Tag Archives: Visual Arts

Beauty and Excellence in the Arts

“Art is our human response to whatever we see as beautiful.” – Luci Shaw in For the Beauty of the Church As human beings we are drawn to beauty, we are attracted to excellence.  The Arts – music, dance, drama, poetry (and other literary arts), visual arts (drawing, painting, digital, sculpture, to name a few)  film, and architecture,Continue reading “Beauty and Excellence in the Arts”

Color Theory Comes to Light in the Shadows

Around 1987 or 1988 I began studying with a very talented and knowledgable colorist painter named Jim Faber.  He explained to us the Impressionistic theories of color and light. The Impressionists brought about a new way of looking at art and life.  These artists came out of the studio into the light of day andContinue reading “Color Theory Comes to Light in the Shadows”

Commissioning A Painting or Mural

Art often ties us to a memory. The most requested commissioned paintings are of one’s loved ones. A painting is created with time-tested materials that can last for centuries. A work of art is meant to last for generations. Whether the painting captures a special moment, is a formal portrait, or is in memory ofContinue reading “Commissioning A Painting or Mural”

First Friday in Fortuna!

I am especially looking forward to this First Friday in Fortuna.  Similar to Arts Alive in Eureka, Fortuna’s businesses open their doors with displays of original art and live music that waifs from store to store.  Among the open businesses are:  Horizons, Kozy Korner Gifts, L’s Kitchen, Main Street Art Gallery, Marian’s Beauty Salon, Moore’s Sleep Center, PrecisionContinue reading “First Friday in Fortuna!”

Colored Pencil Drawing Class

A Colored Pencil Drawing Class taught by Artist Penny Fregeau  is scheduled to start at the Fortuna Fabric & Crafts store on Tuesday nights from 6:30-8:30 PM starting April 16th.  The class will run for six weeks ending on May 28th. All skill levels are welcome.  The cost of the class is $100 plus materials, whichContinue reading “Colored Pencil Drawing Class”