Nature and Experience: Paintings by William Nichols
It took William Nichols some time to develop a visual vocabulary that accurately expressed what he saw and experienced emotionally in nature. However, once discovered, the creativity — and paint — flowed in ways that continue to enthrall viewers and collectors.
Windows to a Forgotten World
Although it’s been many thousands - if not millions – of years since ancient civilizations and some extinct animal species flourished, their legacies continue to fascinate and live on through the creative vision of artist James Gurney. Welcome to Dinotopia and other lost worlds.
Off the Easel: Quince and Oriole
Kathy Anderson is no stranger to strong design, which is a major factor in her floral paintings. In the following, Kathy shares her thoughts on her painting, “Quince and Oriole.”
When Time Stands Still: Paintings by Cynthia Rosen
In 2020, Cynthia Rosen found time to experiment with her colorful abstractions of the landscape, and moved toward something many of us can relate to from the year: the still life. Here's how and why her art has changed, and the relevance of a common, but unexpected, shape in her paintings.
Our Pastel Pick: The Wonder of “Wonder”
This artist, instructor, and author has a passion: To reveal beauty through art and ...
A Direct Connection
Tony Pro takes us into his working process: "It still baffles me that moving paint around on canvas using sticks with hair can create a person’s image and likeness looking back at you."
Artist Spotlight: Lori Putnam
Artist Lori Putnam developed a desire to learn how to paint in her mid-30’s, leaving her with a trail of desire to learn more, as an artist.
On the Art of Thomas Cole and Redefining the “Sublime”
How two scientists and art lovers came face to face with the Ice Age when they undertook a tour of the Hudson River School Art Trail ...
Artist Spotlight: Peter Swift
Most of my work features circles, because I believe that the human brain has a deep psychological connection to circles.
Nordic Reflections: The Marine Paintings of Emil Carlsen
A look at the marine paintings and life of historic master Emil Carlsen, who was actually better known for his ...









