| Making pictures is a proud calling. We should never forget how lucky we are to be able to conjure dreams out of thin air. ~ James Gurney |
The quote above came from James’ response to some interview questions and leapt out at me. While he’s speaking of working as a creative, it applies to all of us.
- This week’s artist is – Emine – a mother and dentist who loves to “draw with watercolor”. In an interview she said that “playing with color makes her relaxed”. She saw watercolor artists on social media and thought she should try it (conjuring dreams out of thin air). Be sure to check out her instagram and website for more. I figure that if she can find the time to follow her creative pursuits, so can we!
- Advice on mixing acrylic colors.
- Here are tips on getting strong colors with watercolors (and the examples will help you learn more about how your paints work in your hands.)
- Homework assignment – declare it art.
- The harmony of tensions – a guitar string won’t make music without the proper tension – so it is with life.
- Artist Craig Damrauer shares a little book of advice he wrote for his 18 year old daughter. It contains wisdom for all ages. Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3.
- Sketching on the subway, in 1980, by James Gurney. I started, but haven’t yet finished, the audio tape recording he shares.
- Need to move a little? Lively (A Boutique) has Free Yoga Fridays from 8:30-9:30. Sign up to reserve your space at www.livelyaboutique.com (BYO mat and water bottle!)
- The Thanksgiving Farmer’s Market is Saturday, from 9-1 in the TBK Bank parking lot.
- The Durango Arts Center has a lot of things going on – classes and workshops for kids of all ages. Check them out here. Maybe the Art of Painting or Pots & Pints.
- In case Ignacio is more conveniently located, the Dancing Spirit Gallery also has classes for students and workshops for adults (like 4 weeks of handmade holiday crafts.)
- Create Art & Tea has events throughout the month.
- Just in case that’s not enough, Artsy Crafty Studio on 3rd Avenue also has classes and workshops.
- The ScrapBook Nook has a class or workshop scheduled almost every day of the week.
- After many requests, we brought in some Copic sets! All but one of these are a new arrangement by the company. We have sets in both sketch and ciao markers, so there’s something for everyone!
