The art world has gone digital. Whether you like it or not, exhibiting work means having an online presence. So much so, studies have actually found social media sites, particularly Instagram, actually shift the way artists produce work. Plus, I’m guessing with COVID, this effect has only amplified. So, we get it. Social media has become a major game player for artists. Yet, as its […]
Embracing My New Community
With my exhibition around the corner, I believe it’s time to give an update on my residency so far. A recap if you will. Major projects have been completed. Lessons have been learned. So, it’s time to hit pause and reflect. It won’t come as a surprise when I say nothing has gone as I anticipated. When Spokane Art School presented me with this remarkable […]
Fostering Accessibility (Art & Sustainability Part 5)
Here we are: the final saga of my Art and Sustainability Series. And quite frankly, the topic I’ve been most intimidated to discuss. So, I’ll begin with a disclaimer. Like many, when it comes to the topic of accessibility, I have a long way to go in my learning. Heck, it was just last week I discovered the term “cultural humility.” My co-worker mentioned it […]
The Necessity of Producing Art (Art & Sustainability Part 4)
Note: This is Part 4 of my Art and Sustainability Series. If you’re interested in an introduction to the topic, head over to Part 1 here. Otherwise, continue on. Part 4: A Vehicle for Change It’s time to discuss the “frivolous” nature of art. In other words, addressing the belief the production of artwork, whether environmentally friendly or not, is unnecessary. While uncommon, some even […]
Making Nature Art with Kids: The Bonus Episode (Art & Sustainability Part 3)
Note: This is Part 3 of my Art and Sustainability Series. For an introduction, head over to Part 1. For tips on developing an eco-friendly practice, check out Part 2. Otherwise, continue on ☺ Part 3: Environmental Art for Kids (Plus, a Birdhouse Project) When it comes to working with kids, I believe there is no better combo than nature-based art projects. You get a […]
How to Make Your Practice More Sustainable (Art & Sustainability Part 2): Eco-Friendly Practice
Note: This is Part 2 of my Art and Sustainability Series. If you would like a quick introduction on the subject, I suggest heading over to Part 1. Otherwise, continue on. Today, we’ll be discussing sustainability within the studio. Part 2: Developing an Eco-Friendly Practice Sustainability—a simple concept, yet rather difficult to execute. Promoted as “easy,” it’s a term overused and riddled with contradictory information. […]
An Introduction to Art and Sustainability (Part 1)
Preface: I’ve been wanting to write on the topic of art and sustainability for a while now. A whole series in fact. Yet, I found the task daunting. Sustainability within the arts can be difficult. Plus, a bit exclusive. Often, it’s presented as effortless, when in many instances it’s not. Sometimes you don’t have the means or the finances to make certain shifts achievable. Mistakes […]
Artist Woes During Covid-19
You’d think as an artist, working from home would an easy feat. I mean, how often do you hear about the Thoreaus of the world, who move off into seclusion and produce masterpieces? Or artists like Agnes Martin, disappearing into the dessert. If anything, it feels like as an artist, you’re obligated to isolate yourself at one point or another and become the artistic mystic […]
Taking Breaks
I decided to take a walk in the woods. It was quite nice. As I trotted up the hill, I even found a desirable rock. I plopped upon its surface. And then I sat. That’s all. Eventually a few deer came by. A chatty woman. Plus, a phone call from my mother. And then I walked back. Nothing particularly interesting happened, yet it felt special. […]
It’s Okay to Change
Recently, I was writing a letter to a friend on this very topic. We graduated from college last year, and are both experiencing growing pains of our own. It’s difficult navigating the passage of adolescence to adulthood. It’s the whole reason I took up quilting—to ease the transition. Then, it’s been even more problematic in our current climate. How do you find a job? Address […]
