Archives for May 2019

"The object isn't to make art, but be in that wonderful state that makes art inevitable" - Robert Henri For many years now this quote by Robert Henri has tickled my core self. It resonates with me, heart and soul.  But why?  ... Read More...

I think every artist has them. Paintings that for some reason just do not work out. They are usually fun and exciting while the artist is in the process of creating them, be they plein air or studio pieces, but when viewed once the novelty ... Read More...

OPA thanks Artwork Archives for being one of its 2019 sponsors.  We appreciate your support! Eight questions to ask yourself before making the leap You already love painting. Other people love your paintings. You can see it ... Read More...

One day a painter friend gave me a linen panel. It was a primed with four coats of an oil based ground. It was beautiful. After that, painting on canvas from the hobby/craft store would never be the same. I was used to painting on canvasses ... Read More...