by Ruth | Dec 2, 2016 | abstract art, Artwork online, Blog Art is Truth, creative process, Farm Life, Paintings
Mist and Moss: new work from the studio One of the things I loved about growing up on the farm was that nature was always there to explore. Although I know it is hard to believe now, I was a quiet child. When I was struggling with something, my favorite way to cope...
by Ruth | Sep 30, 2016 | abstract art, Blog Art is Truth
I thought my Gold Beach students would be interested in seeing how I go about finishing an abstract painting – this is one I started in the class. I’ve filmed my final steps using my iphone and time-lapse photography. I hope you enjoy the resulting video!...
by Ruth | Aug 31, 2016 | abstract art, Artwork online, Blog Art is Truth, creative process, Paintings
Crucible: noun a ceramic or metal container in which metals or other substances may be melted or subjected to very high temperatures. a place or occasion of severe test or trial. “the crucible of combat” a place or situation in which different elements...
by Ruth | Aug 9, 2016 | abstract art, Art Classes, Blog Art is Truth, cold wax, creative process, Fun with Art
Creative Arts Community Last week I taught a workshop for CAC (Creative Arts Community) at Menucha, a beautiful retreat center in the Columbia River Gorge. Each year this group brings together fantastic workshop instructors and interested adults for two weeks of...
by Ruth | Jul 11, 2016 | abstract art, Art Marketing, Artwork online, Blog Art is Truth, cold wax, My Work on Display
“Holiday” Oil & Wax on panel 12″x12″ ©Ruth Armitage Enter to win “Holiday” – a new Oil and Wax painting I’m getting my paintings ready to deliver to the Street of Dreams, including the work above. I had been...
