“I believe in the power of connection,
education and community. These entities
can propel us toward a more joyful life,
if only we seek them out.” Kathy Gale,
impressionist painter and co-founder of
the CDA Artist Studio Tour.
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Cd’A ARTS & CULTURE ALLIANCE
A few tips to make the best of a studio tour:
1. Reach out. Artists
appreciate conversing with people
interested in their art and
practice. In fact, it’s as refreshing
for them to talk to you about their
work as it is fascinating for you to
hear about it.
2. Bring questions. Consider asking
about sources of inspiration,
artistic processes and techniques,
and perhaps the artist’s intentions.
3. Ask first. Be sure to ask
before taking photos of an artist’s
work, and before posting anything
on social media. More often
than not, artists are excited for
you to share their work online.
Additionally, if you or someone
you know might be interested in
owning a piece of art, ask if it’s for
sale! Studio visits are an excellent
way to purchase work, and
they provide you with a whole new
connection to the work itself.
“The studio tour is the rare opportunity
for artists or enthusiasts, of any age, to
see art being created and to meet the
artists creating it. It’s not magic, it’s
passionate work. Come and see!”
Steven Shortridge, world-renowned
painter and writer, will be featured
at Kevin and Patti Jester’s studio and
exquisite garden.
May | June 2019
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