It's interesting how one idea will trigger a bunch of connections based on what you're doing at the moment. The ant The author of Creativity writes: "Human beings are the only creatures that are allowed to fail. If an ant fails, it’s dead, but we’re allowed to learn from our mistakes." What that seems to … Continue Reading
Learn To Paint, Change Your Life!
Is it possible to cut through the noise and learn to paint?
We are glad you are here! We believe that it is totally possible to cut through the noise. Many of our artist friends have done just … Continue Reading
A master of truth and beauty
You were too big a boy or girl to have mommy leave a light on. There were no "nightlights" plugged into wall outlets back in those days. You … Continue Reading
Alexander Art Membership
The fountain and the water-jar!
He who can go to the fountain does not go to the water-jar. — Leonardo da Vinci Bill started painting when he was 14. That was his job as an apprentice to the carriage-maker in the village in which he grew up. He painted the carriages with decorative doodles and scenes of country life. Bill's interest in … Continue Reading
The Bill Alexander Story
The Bill Alexander Story – Sid
“Mr. Alexander,” Sid introduced himself on the telephone. “You don’t know me, but I’d like to work with you. Dorothy, my wife, took a class from one of your students in Vancouver and we have had a heck of a time getting your Magic White. People ought to be able to buy it without going through the trouble we had to find it. I’d like to help you market it.” Although the proposition interested Bill, … [Read More...]