I’m always brought up short when a name which has been very familiar to me for the last two decades of the online art world suddenly comes up on Facebook for all the wrong reasons. Steve Doherty (known formally as M. Stephen Doherty) died of a heart attack on Saturday 12th […]
Year: 2023
Keeping The Balance | Becky Laird | Episode 866
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Becky Laird | Episode 866 Becky Laird is a potter based in Kenmore, Washington. Becky thoughtfully creates work in her home studio with a focus on making functional ware that feels good to hold and use. The groundwork for Becky’s pottery making was […]
Coming Soon: “Motions” a solo show by Pemex
Spoke Art is pleased to present Motions, a solo exhibition of new works by Oakland-based artist Pemex. Celebrated internationally for his graffiti, Pemex’s recent works are inspired by the cultural influences stemming from his travels throughout South America and Mexico. This new body of work features a series of carefully constructed […]
One reason for art collecting nobody is talking about – Veronica Winters Painting
One reason for art collecting nobody is talking about Nobody is talking about the fact that most people don’t buy contemporary art. There are too few art collectors and plenty of artists around. Art fairs are very popular but less than 1% of all visitors buys art. Mid. range and […]
Gurney Journey: Watching the Magic Show
This weblog by Dinotopia creator James Gurney is for illustrators, plein-air painters, sketchers, comic artists, animators, art students, and writers. You’ll find practical studio tips, insights into the making of the Dinotopia books, and first-hand reports from art schools and museums. Contact You can write me at: James Gurney PO […]
Early African Churches in Adulis Shed Light on Religious Transitions – ARTnews.com
A recent study reexamining two churches in Northeastern Africa is shedding light on the spread of Christianity and Islam in the region. As a result of this most recent excavation, archaeologists have identified some of the earliest securely dated churches in the Aksumite Kingdom. Using modern techniques, including radiocarbon dating, […]
How to Balance Aesthetics and Functionality in E-commerce Designs
In the ever-growing world of e-commerce, having a visually appealing website is essential to attract customers and drive sales. However, a beautiful design alone is not enough. Your website must also be functional and user-friendly to ensure a seamless shopping experience. Finding the perfect balance between aesthetics and functionality is […]
New School Adjunct Strike Ends with Tentative Contract Agreement
The strike launched November 16 by part-time professors at New York’s New School and the Parsons School of Design, which it encompasses, ended December 10 after the school’s administration reached a tentative agreement with the striking faculty. According to a joint statement issued by the faculty’s union, ACT-UAW Local 7902, […]
The Back Road | FineArtViews
This post is by Clint Watson, former art gallery owner and founder of BoldBrush, known for FASO Artist Websites, the leading provider of professional artist websites, the $38,000+ BoldBrush Art Contest & Exhibit and the free art marketing newsletter, FineArtViews. As a self-proclaimed “art fanatic”, Clint delights that BoldBrush’s San Antonio, Texas office is full of original […]
Museum Store 2022 Gift Guide
Shop the Museum Store to check off all your holiday gift lists! These are just a sampling of all the wonderful ideas we have for the holidays. This year you will find lots of Maurice Sendak, Where the Wild Things Are items in addition to our usual selection of creative […]