by Carrie | How to be An Artist
Originally from the East Coast, and now living in Portland, OR, Jennifer Mercede’s primarily abstract paintings consist of free flow text, bright color fields, and energetic doodling. She is inspired by funky color combinations, children’s art, graffiti and...
by Carrie | Why do the Arts Matter?
A lot of artists, new and experienced alike, get so excited by the next new shiny idea that they jump around with their art explorations. I get it. Right now I’m battling my desire to learn everything about weaving with the painted, gilded series I’ve committed myself...
by Carrie Brummer | Why do the Arts Matter?
It pains me that people can feel ashamed of their art interest. In fact, some will hide it, or spend their whole lives creating but never share their work. They are like Vivian Maier because sharing is too vulnerable, is too scary, is too confronting. There is...
by Carrie Brummer | Why do the Arts Matter?
Our culture is shifting. We are beginning to honor and recognize that the arts are important and valuable. And while this is awesome and amazing, we still have a lot of work today. One way we can all empower ourselves is through learning. Reading. And sharing. We are...
by Carrie Brummer | Develop Your Unique Artist Voice
Injecting art into my everyday is a huge personal challenge at present. Right now I’m trying to come up with a list of ideas to help me realize this goal. Remember a little action often is better than no action at all! I have been wistful about all of the time...
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