Tag: artists of Texas

art gallery, Details Count, Emotions, ephemera, Motivation, Perspective, Pilot Point, Random Objects, Road Construction, Rubbish, Self-improvement, Toys, Visual Art League of LewisvilleLeave a comment
Find Solace in the Little Things

Pilot Point Coffee House Art Exhibition: I have a duck, doll legs and a dog on display!

bigbertha

It’s a mad world when my art is scattered around the metroplex in various art exhibits. I am grateful to have these opportunities that have all originated from a decision to join the Visual Art League of Lewisville (VAL). By attending VAL meetings, I met guest speaker, Justine Wollaston Scott, who organizes art exhibits at the Pilot Point Coffee House (among her many talents!)

A selection of my art is on display in Justine’s latest exhibit, “Autumn’s Palette” at the Pilot Point Coffee House, starting September 29th – mid-November. Continue reading Pilot Point Coffee House Art Exhibition: I have a duck, doll legs and a dog on display!

art gallery, Art Projects, Collin Creek Mall, Curiosities, Details Count, Emotions, Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge, Hands, Lewisville, Machine embroidery, Motivation, Random Objects, Rubbish, Store Closings, Toys, Visual Art League of LewisvilleLeave a comment
Inexplicable

“Inexplicable” is on display at the Lewisville Grand Theater, Part 1

bigbertha

Fresh Ideas 2023 is a juried event through the Visual Art League of Lewisville (VAL).  It is the only event that accepts submissions from members AND non-members.  There is no guarantee that you’ll get in as a member.  Every year the number of submissions increases – this year there were over 300 submissions and about 20% made the cut. 

My art, “Inexplicable” is one of them! Continue reading “Inexplicable” is on display at the Lewisville Grand Theater, Part 1

art gallery, Art Projects, art projects, guest blogger, Motivation, People, Perspective, Self-improvement, Visual Art League of Lewisville, Visual Arts of Prosper, What motivates youLeave a comment

An interview with artists. Part 3 of 3

bigbertha

This post marks the conclusion of An Interview with Artists! I went off the rails with my final question and I am glad I did.

I have also decided this question is a good litmus test to use when I meet new people. Haha. Continue reading An interview with artists. Part 3 of 3

art gallery, Art Projects, art projects, guest blogger, Motivation, People, Perspective, Self-improvement, Visual Art League of Lewisville, Visual Arts of Prosper, What motivates you4 Comments

An interview with artists. Part 2

bigbertha

Welcome to Part 2 of “An Interview with Artists!”

Thank you to all the artists and readers – each of you have a role in the success of this series.

I’ve asked the artists to discuss the benefits of making art. You will be inspired by what they have to say! Continue reading An interview with artists. Part 2

art gallery, Art Projects, art projects, guest blogger, Motivation, People, Perspective, Self-improvement, Visual Art League of Lewisville, Visual Arts of Prosper, What motivates youLeave a comment

An interview with artists. Part 1

bigbertha

I’ve asked a very diverse group of artist friends questions about being an artist. I will share their responses over a series of blog posts. The goal is to make connections, inspire and promote art. Whether you are an artist or you have yet to discover your inner artist, my hope is that you will be able to relate to the artists featured. Continue reading An interview with artists. Part 1

art gallery, Details Count, HO Scale Models, Lewisville, Miniatures, Visual Art League of LewisvilleLeave a comment

Guest Blogger Tore Bellis discusses newest art piece, The American Dream

bigbertha

Editor’s Note:  Tore Bellis has a new art piece in the Big Inspiration, Small Works exhibit at the Lewisville Grand Theater. 

The American Dream, is one of his more labor intensive works and I thought it would be interesting for readers to learn more about the piece. Continue reading Guest Blogger Tore Bellis discusses newest art piece, The American Dream