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A Delayed Reaction

A Delayed Reaction

by Ruth | Jul 11, 2024 | abstract art, Art Classes, Blog Art is Truth, cold wax, creative process, Fun with Art, My Work on Display

“Writers do not live one life, they live two. There is the living and then there is the writing. There is the second tasting, the delayed reaction.” Anaïs Nin “Wetlands Dawn” Oil & Cold Wax on Panel, 24″ x 24″ ©Ruth Armitage,...
A Tribute to my Mentors

A Tribute to my Mentors

by Ruth | May 12, 2022 | abstract art, Art Collectors, art workshops, Artwork online, Blog Art is Truth, cold wax, Fun with Art, My Work on Display

A Tribute to my Mentors What made you the person you are? Heredity? Environment? Education? Choice? I considered this question when planning my first show at Waterstone. How do I want my work to be seen? What descriptions would characterize it? Have the evolutions in...
Experiential Travel vs. Tours

Experiential Travel vs. Tours

by Ruth | Apr 29, 2022 | abstract art, Art Classes, art workshops, Artwork online, Blog Art is Truth, cold wax, creative process, Fun with Art, My Work on Display, Paintings

What’s the difference between experiential travel and a tour? Have you ever returned from a trip feeling like you’ve just barely skimmed the surface of the place? It’s like you’ve read the guide book, ridden the double decker tour bus, visited...
Art is Not About Painting

Art is Not About Painting

by Ruth | Jan 6, 2021 | abstract art, Art Collectors, Art Is..., Artwork online, Blog Art is Truth, cold wax, creative process, landscapes, New Paintings, Oil Paintings

Art is not about painting. That might sound weird, coming from a painter. But really, it’s about seeing. We artists synthesize visual elements. We use our personal focus, direction, poetry and lyricism to communicate with our viewers. Indulge my rant for a...
Traveling Art Teacher: Perks and Pitfalls

Traveling Art Teacher: Perks and Pitfalls

by Ruth | Feb 25, 2020 | abstract art, Art Classes, art workshops, Blog Art is Truth, cold wax, creative process, Fun with Art

I’m sure you’re dying to know what its like to be a traveling art teacher; the perks and the pitfalls. Here is your behind the scenes peek from my perspective. I’m on my way home from Tubac, AZ after two successful workshops. It’s been a long trip, but worthwhile....
Wax Workshop Confidential

Wax Workshop Confidential

by Ruth | Feb 11, 2018 | abstract art, Art Classes, Blog Art is Truth, cold wax, creative process, Fun with Art

See why Cold Wax Medium has captured the fancy of many contemporary artists. Join me for a hands on, interactive workshop that meets you where you stand on the journey of discovery in this sensuous medium. Painting in Oil & Cold Wax: March 28, 29 & 30, 2018...
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