CREATIVE Ephemera, IDEAS, and Inspiration
Symphony of Light
Annie Haslam of Renaissance sent me this video. She was inspired by the art and life of Leonardo da Vinci so she wrote the lyrics of Symphony of Light. Here’s her performance…
Made in Marble (Colorado, That Is)
Marble is a hidden gem on the Western Slope of Colorado
Giclée Is an Art Word That Needs to Die
It’s time to stop using the word giclée. Here’s why…
The Mesmerizing Making of an Iconic Pencil
“Half the pressure, twice the speed.” The making of the legendary Blackwing 602 pencil.
Sanzo Wada – Japanese Color Dictionary
Chemist, artist, and printmaker Sanzo Wada was one of the most influential Japanese artists and color theorists of the 20th century.
There Are No Oil Painting Secrets!
This video and post will probably upset a few marketers.
Stop Crushing A Child’s Dream
Children dream big and then adults come along and crush them.
I Love Local Library Book Sales!
I love local library book sales. They are a great way to build up your personal art library.
Sam Hamper: The Lost Art of Looking
Learning to truly see—whether through drawing, careful observation, or sustained focus—is not just an artistic exercise. It’s a cognitive one.
Look Up Look Down That Lonesome Road
I think everyone understands the loneliness of walking through something difficult.
Ghost Towns of Eastern Colorado
When we think of Colorado most of us think of towering mountains. However, almost half of the state are flat plains. The ghost towns of this area tell a story rich in history.
How To Tune An Upright Piano
I didn’t know DIY piano tuning was a thing… I’m going to have to give this a try.
The Spotnicks
Swedish space-music instrumental band The Spotnicks left a lasting impression on me as a child of the beginning of the space age.
20x24 Polaroid Project Presents: Ibrahim Mahama
John Reuter and the massive Polaroid 20×24 are on the road.
EMS Synthi 100
A beautiful and fascinating film by Alex Bell about the rare EMS Synthi 100 synthesizer.
