Chuck Close, Elizabeth Jameson and how not to whine

I am struck by the sheer perseverance of some artists. My friend and former student Elizabeth Jameson had an opening on November 12, 2009 at the Commonwealth Club which I attended. The work was amazing. Read about it here. Elizabeth is amazing! I am always in awe of this woman. It was my honor to work with her as a teacher and help to guide her vision, if only in a very small way.

Whenever I think I'm going to start whining about something, the work is too hard, the studio is too cold, blah blah - I think of Elizabeth. She is always smiling!

Another artist who inspires me is Chuck Close. Of course he has the big name and reputation but he has also persevered through a tremendous health crisis. Read about it here.

Just a small note to self: be thankful!

Back in the studio and all that jazz

Just a quick post here. I'm way behind in all things online, email, website, blog, podcast, twitter and facebook. Good grief! But I'm back in the studio after an awful summer of having no space, borrowing space to work and teach in. It really sucked. However - now that I'm back there's no stopping me! I will post photos of the workshops and such from over the summer. I have such awesome students! More on that later...stay tuned.

Fake Damien Hirst Blog

I love this. I mean, how can you not love this spoof? Whether it's a real blog or not, it's damned entertaining. Have a laugh on me....fake Damien Hirst blog

Repost of Wayne Thiebaud's Video from KQED

He is really a national treasure. Wayne Thiebaud, our own California artist, interviewed here by KQED "Spark". It will take a while to load but be patient, it's really worth the wait! Thanks to Ruth Brophy for sending me the link!

Making Soft Sculpture with Acrylic Paint

Here's a nifty technical trick to keep up your sleeve! Check it out, soft sculpture made with acrylic paint! What do you think?

Digital imagery and Acrylic Paint

Recently I gave a free online webinar on Digital Imagery and Acrylic Paint. Golden Artist Colors has made some fabulous new products to allow you to print on acrylic paint skins. Sound crazy? Yeah, watch the video and get back to me. Way cool fun! By the way, this video is nearly 30 minutes long so get a cup of coffee and sit back. It's like a free art lesson!

How to s-t-r-e-t-c-h your paint!

Here's a short demo on how to stretch your paint by adding gel. Wahoooo!