Artists and art enthusiasts alike are enthralled by the world of color and the many ways colors impact us visually and emotionally. We know color can alter our moods, stir a memory, and inspire us. As the curator of many art exhibitions devoted to color I have observed a myriad of combinations and effects. "The Healing Power of Color" exhibitions have attracted many talented … [Read more...]
Three Famous Artists Offer Their Words of Wisdom With Advice to Artists
Imagine being transported through time and space and you are visiting a famous artist in their studio. You ask them to share insight about their creative process. In this article three famous artists offer their words of wisdom and advice to artists. They are Henri Matisse, Georgia O'Keeffe and Wassily Kandinsky. You'll also find links to several articles that are equally … [Read more...]
Announcing The Colors of the Year for 2023
You may recall my article "The Forecast in Decor Calls for Brighter Colors in 2022" in which I admit may have seemed unusual since I normally don't jump on trends. However, to my surprise, I received a lot of positive emails about the article being fun to read and also informative. So, with 2023 on the horizon, I decided to do an update with "Announcing The Colors of the Year … [Read more...]
Art and Artist’s Statements – Quotes by Famous Artists
If you're like most artists I know, the task of writing your Artist's Statement feels like torture. You may question, why doesn't the work speak for itself? But, you've probably also learned that throughout your art career you will be frequently asked to provide one. A well-written Artist’s Statement is essential and is one of the most powerful art marketing tools you will … [Read more...]