Significant London Art Galleries are those that are well known – but are not as big or as significant as the major/national art museums and galleries which I covered in the last post This is a summary of the art exhibitions this Autumn / Winter in the Courtauld Gallery Dulwich […]
Van Gogh In America – Maniscalco Gallery
I went to see Van Gogh in America today with my sister Betsy. Vincent’s family encourages everyone to take selfies with his art, so here goes nothing. More about my experience at Vincent John Doe. It was overwhelming, the amount of great and iconic work we saw in this collection. […]
Rewind & Play Pits a Musical Genius Against a Culture of Racism
“I think it’s best if we erase it,” says the interviewer to a man offscreen. In 1969, at the end of a European tour, Thelonious Monk made a final stop in France and filmed a special with French State Television. Though the station shot extensively, the footage never aired. In […]
Artist Interview – Christelle Bilodeau
Who are you and what do you do? My name is Christelle Bilodeau and I’m a portrait artist based in Quebec, Canada. I specialize in pencil portraits. Why do you do what you do? Drawing is my biggest passion. It is visceral, I have to draw. I miss it […]
Leaf Wreath – ARTBAR
I took a walk in our local park this week on the most perfect fall day. Temps were low 60’s, sky was bright blue, there was a slight breeze and just the smell of autumn in the air. The trees have been turning for two weeks now but on this […]
Coming Soon: Takoro Lives!! by Attack Peter
Spoke Art is pleased to present Takoro Lives!!, a solo show featuring new limited edition prints from Peter Santa-Maria (aka ATTACK PETER) is a Miami-based illustrator and printmaker known for his hand-carved linoleum block prints featuring original monsters, kaiju and pop culture icons. His notably bold style is influenced by American […]
Caring for Our Elders: The Importance of Compassionate and Personalized Support
Caring for our elders is a profound responsibility that requires compassion, patience, and understanding. As our loved ones age, they often face physical and emotional challenges that can significantly impact their quality of life. Providing personalized support not only enhances their well-being but also fosters a sense of dignity and […]
Disney Nostalgia At OMNI With American Artist Jesse Edwards
Seattle born, New York based oil painter and contemporary ceramic artist Jesse Edwards renders uncompromisingly contemporary depictions of imagery pulled from his laptop, vintage cartoons, models sourced through Craigslist, and clothing and paraphernalia staged in classical arrangements on a folding table in his studio. He blends the detritus of contemporary […]
Images from ING Discerning Eye Exhibition 2022 plus Prizes
I viewed the six different displays of small artworks selected by six different selectors for the ING Discerning Eye 2022 Exhibition at the Mall Galleries yesterday. My general impression was that much of the content was better than in previous years – while some still had me wondering about “what […]
A new assignment planner, but is it the last?
If you are interested in preordering the Collage Weekly Planner, Volume 3, you may reserve your copy now. The cost is $30 and upon purchase, you will receive a link to a digital download of the assignments. This is for anyone who wants to have a peak at the assignments […]