Recently, a young girl inspired me to incorporate dogs and cats into a pendant. To my surprise, my zoo collection of vintage stamps didn’t have a ‘domesticated’ cat and dog. Instead, Jip en Janneke came to the rescue. This book was a staple in our household, with me being Janneke and my brother as Jip. Jip […]
Category Archives: Art & Culture
Last month I was part of two online exhibits, which are now entering the archives of their respective sites. Let’s Get Acquainted with Ruby Meadowhawk has been shelved to this link. From the “Nature†Art Exhibition by Light Space & Time, I received a wonderful e-mail by John R. Math informing me about how to market myself. […]
On Friday, the Arts of Life is hosting the opening of its second annual Square Foot Show. Last year’s opening was a bright and uplifting evening, and I look forward to seeing what art has been contributed this year. More than 100 pieces from the Arts of Life and other artists from around the country […]
“Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter.†~ Mark Twain Last month I attended a discussion on Arts and Aging with the Chicago Painters and Artists Meetup Group. Fabiana Glazer is the owner of GoldMind: Arts and Aging, focused on bringing more arts to more older adults, […]
I am thrilled to be included in the ArtisTTable’s “Let’s Get Acquainted!†exhibition. The ArtisTTable is committed to being a community of artists and art lovers that have open and lively conversations about art, exhibition, and the creative process. A collaboration by painters Tali Farchi of the Netherlands/Israel and Royce Deans from Michigan in the […]
“I am proud of all women, whether at the level of Oprah or local entrepreneurs.†~ Dori Wilson Last Tuesday the Women’s Innovation Network held its second annual Black History Month Innovation Panel. Moderated by LeeAnn Trotter, the panelists included artist Makeba Kedem-Dubose, author Dawgelene Sangster, and PR Entrepreneur Dori Wilson. Attending a panel by African-American women […]
The FUSEDChicago members recently gathered for a meeting. First we conducted some organizational business, but then we got to the fun part of socializing, noshing on goodies, and watching demos. Jenny Learner set a panel on fire by torching shellac on a panel-in-progress. It had a few layers of wax on it already, and this seals the design below […]
“Hey, maybe this is the start of a trend. Maybe this is a whole new trend for old Charlie Brown. Maybe this is the start of something big! Maybe next year I’ll get a whole bunch of valentines!†~ Charlie Brown Did you have a loving Valentine’s Day? I watched Charlie Brown’s Valentine for the […]
The big day of love is tomorrow, so I will share my love of encaustics with you today. Last Monday I perused the Rhythm in Wax exhibit and was blown away by the beauty of it. The show includes my fellow FUSEDChicago members, and it is on the first floor of The Dellora A. Norris Cultural Arts […]
“Lauren Levato is becoming one of Chicago’s favorite daughters, drawing, collaborating, assisting and teaching other artists. In her new drawings she looks at herself with hybrid possibilities, while staying in touch with her poignant animal instincts and sympathies.†~ Paul Klein As one of Lauren Levato’s drawing students, it has been a pleasure to watch […]
