Category Archives: Art
Renoir
Pierre-Auguste Renoir (1841-1919) was one of the leading painters of the French Impressionist movement. He grew up in Paris, in close proximity to the Louvre. Although the young Renoir had a natural talent for drawing, he exhibited a greater skill … Continue reading
Review of Leonardo da Vinci by Walter Isaacson
It took me more than four years to finish this book. Not that it’s boring—it’s the opposite of boring! Walter Isaacson built relationships with some of the foremost authorities on da Vinci and researched this book meticulously. He produced a … Continue reading
10 Amazing Art Blogs and Websites
I love art. I love to make art, see art, and read about art. Today I am sharing ten of my favorite places on the web to find art. Now it’s your turn. Do you know a wonderful art blog that … Continue reading
Review of Draw Your Day by Samantha Dion Baker
I love to look at art journals. For example, I love the blog Sketch Away, by Suhita Shirodkar, in which she records her days. I dream of being outside, pulling out my sketchbook, and drawing what I experience. But I have … Continue reading
An Interview with Judy Dykstra-Brown, Teacher, Artist, Poet
This article first appeared on ARHtistic License. When I first started blogging more than six years ago, one of the first blogs I discovered was lifelessons–a blog by Judy Dykstra-Brown. I took part in blogging challenges, and so did Judy. As … Continue reading
The Artist’s Perspective
I see gorgeous old wood peeking out from behind peeling paint; what should be transparent, isn’t; the missing pane of glass is a portal into darkness. Now it’s your turn. What do you see? Share in the comments below.