I’ve known photographer Doug Beasley for years. I’ve taken his workshops, stayed at his cabin, walked countless laps around Como Lake with him, and shared many meals and conversations about creativity, art, and life. He is not only an extraordinary photographer and educator, but also one of the most thoughtful souls I know. This particular… Read More »The Power of Creative Vulnerability
Meet Deborah Williams. One day when Deborah and I were emailing back and forth she nonchalantly mentioned that she grinded her own pigments. My reaction…..wait, you do what? She had my attention, and fascination. Since this is so far out of my realm, I asked her to talk about her process. +++++ I love the… Read More »DIY Pigments for Photo Encaustic Artists
Where does the time go? At the end of July my Minneapolis studio lease ended, and half of my supplies went into garage storage while the other half came with me as I headed west. By early August, I landed in Snowmass, Colorado, ready for 11 weeks devoted almost entirely to creating art… and hiking.… Read More »Reflections from My Colorado Art Residency