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
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Light!
Light is the most important thing for every artist. Light is always there, in the mountains, in the grass, in the water, out in the open, into … Continue Reading
The last Renaissance Man?
A "polymath" is a person whose expertise spans many domains - or subject areas. Leonardo was a polymath. He lived during the Renaissance, so … Continue Reading
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“A teacher is crazy if they do it.”
We get this question a lot from beginners. Well, I guess it’s more of a statement. How do I start? I’m terrified of making a mistake! The canvas is intimidating, no doubt. We all want to do the best job we can. Even in a workshop, though, -- with lots of folks around -- especially in a workshop -- you can … Continue Reading
The Bill Alexander Story
The Bill Alexander Story – More Adventures in America
"The land just roars on and on for miles and miles and then, in an instant, there are herds of antelope and swatches of green, places of water and trees." Columbia River Gorge Bill was one with Mother Nature, never more so than during his travels in America, especially in the West. He loved the vast scale of the land, particularly compared to what he had known as a child. He marveled at the … [Read More...]