Bill was wounded three times in World War II. His father served in World War I. His father's anti-war sentiments resulted in his murder by the Nazis. Bill was fed up with war and his greatest concern was that we would repeat the errors of the past. Bill wanted us to use our creative power to create a better world. Bill took every opportunity to express his feelings and beliefs. … [Read more...]
“Mother Nature is a good teacher…”
Mother Nature is a good teacher -- on the Colorado River, or in Montana, or Utah, or anywhere just outside the cities. If you can learn to love your land, you will become a good member of the society -- of the wonderful country in which you live. You have love in your heart, and you create beautiful songs and paintings about the land. -- Bill Alexander … [Read more...]
“The power of being here on earth…”
The power of being here on earth - that almighty power should grab you - load yourself with power already! -- Bill Alexander Bill believed that art was the way to release the creative power that dwells in us. Creative power energizes us to do great things. Bill believed that self expression through art could empower everyone to become their best. Bill dedicated his life to … [Read more...]
“…I get a lot of love letters.”
Do you want to be a successful artist? Listen to what Bill says. "I like to be in good close touch with people..." Bill loved his fans. Bill read every single letter his fans sent him. Did you know that Margarete, his wife, used to respond personally to each letter? … [Read more...]
“…just for that almighty buck.”
Bill experienced a lot in his lifetime. He was born in abject poverty. As a child, he grew up in the aftermath of World War I. He was drafted into the Wehrmacht during an even more horrific war. His father was murdered by the Nazi's for standing against the fascists. Bill couldn't help being an observer of his fellow man. He was adamantly anti-war. But more importantly he was … [Read more...]
Painting the Queen
People always think you have to work for hours and years on a lousy painting. -- Bill Alexander Bill has some fun and tells a short story about an artist who painted the Queen of England. Bill could never understand why it took so long for many artists to create a painting. Maybe this story explains why. … [Read more...]