The artist is not a special kind of person; rather, each person is a special kind of artist.
~ Ananda Coomaraswamy
In some art magazine, I read the following and thought you should know that it applies to you, too:
I hope you all know how important you are. Your uniqueness as artists – in your style, techniques and subjects – as well as your individuality as a person, is wholly valuable. It’s a beautiful thing that you choose to share yourself and your art with the world, and the world needs your art. Thank you. ~ Jasmine Huang
- This week’s artist is – Zachary Abel – designs and builds mathematical sculptures, attempting to reveal hidden geometric beauty in office supplies and other modest materials.. For even more, check out his website!
- Lucile Lloyd would have been 130 today!
- Four Corners Writing will select ten (10) works of short fiction, ten (10) works of nonfiction, and twenty (20) poems for publication in the anthology, both in trade paperback and e-book. The anthology editors for 2024 are Chuck Greaves (Fiction), Mark Stevens (Nonfiction), and Lisa C. Taylor (Poetry.) Please read the following guidelines carefully before submitting your work for consideration: They are currently accepting submissions, with a submission deadline of September 1, 2024, after which no further submissions will be considered (that’s Sunday!). Early submission is both encouraged and appreciated. All submissions must be in Word (.doc or .docx) format, double-spaced, 12-point, Times New Roman font. Please include a brief (two or three sentence) bio in italics at the end of your submission. Submit your work as an email attachment to: fourcornerswriters@gmail.com, and please indicate either “Fiction,” “Nonfiction,” or “Poetry” in the subject line.
- The Blackwing Foundation recently partnered with Durango’s own Heather Martinez of Let’s Letter Together! Their Lettering Series is designed for 3rd graders and beyond. The best part? It’s free! Learn more here.
- The USPS commemorates Alex Trebek with a Forever Stamp in the form of a ‘Jeopardy’ question.
- Here are the next characters to enter the public domain.
- Robert spent about 180 hours on this still life painting.
- The Open Press Project is striving to make printing available to everyone!
- Here’s a fun video – DO A WHEELIE by Danny MacAskill. And a behind-the-scenes addition. And, in case you want to join in the fun, a “how to wheelie” video.
- Collé is a weekly email exploring the world of contemporary collage.
- Here are 9 life lessons from a 2013 commencement address.
- Today I broke my personal record for most consecutive days lived.
Fun Fact: The first recorded instance of “performance art” dates back to the 1910s, with the Dada movement, which included public gatherings, poetry readings, and art demonstrations to challenge the conventional understanding of art.- Sun Sapphires recently opened an art gallery within their space, in case you weren’t already aware.
- Animas City Night Bazaar “Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead” is tonight from 6-9 at N. Main Street Animas Alley. An evening of whimsical science, technology, engineering, art and math! Celebrate creative minds through interactive exhibits. Stamp your passport through a world of Geocaching, Legos, Bottle Rockets, Garland Making, Live Music, Live Performances including Shimmy Mob, Secret Circus, Durango Dance and over 20 artist vendors and non profits!
- Since it’s Labor Day weekend, there are quite a few activities and events planned this weekend.
- The 31st Four Corners Motorcycle Rally has events all weekend.
- The Four Corners Folk Festival is this weekend in Pagosa Springs at Reservoir Hill Park.
- Next week is the DAC’s member’s exhibit all week (Tues-Sat) if you want to go see what everyone’s been up to.
- It’s the time of year when there are lots of live music events, open mics, live jam sessions, etc, scattered about the area throughout the week. There are too many to list here, so if you’re looking for such things, head over to WhatsHappeningDurango.com.
- There are classes/workshops/projects available at the 4 Corners Gem and Mineral Club, the Bayfield Library, Create Art and Tea, the Dancing Spirit Center for the Arts, Durango Sustainable Goods, Let’s Letter Together, the MakerLab, Picasso & Vino, the Scrapbook Nook, Seed Studio, and the Durango Arts Center. There are a lot more things happening that I don’t include – so if you’re ever looking for something to do, start at WhatsHappeningDurango.com.
- Woo-hoo! Our Pointliner pens have arrived! In case you were looking for something different than a micron, we’ve got you covered. You’ll have to come in and see them for yourself!
It doesn’t matter if you’re doodling in the margins of your notes, stitching together bits of fabric, slinging paint onto a canvas. It doesn’t matter whether your work goes straight to a pile and is never seen again or is sold for millions. You’re important. Your creativity is important. Thank you for making. The world needs your art!
Matthew & the Art Supply House crew
P.S. – August has 5 Saturdays. So the 31st will be customer appreciation day. Do you have your bag ready?
P.P.S. – We’re launching an online store with a curated selection (separate from our in-person store.) Want to be the first to know? Sign up for the waiting list.