by Barbara Downs | Nov 7, 2013
I finally have my studio back in some sort of working order after Open Studios. I’d like to thank everyone who visited me during that weekend. I truly appreciate the conversations, comments, and questions. In case you thought you saw the natural state of my...
by Barbara Downs | Oct 5, 2013
Open Studios 2013 October 5-6, 11am-5pm Mission Industrial Studios 2573 Mission St., Santa Cruz My studio and my studio clothing are clean, so it must be time for Open Studios! If you’re in town, please stop by and visit me today or tomorrow. I have several of...
by Barbara Downs | Sep 22, 2013
My daughter took this panorama shot of my studio today, showing my preparations for the upcoming Open Studios. The photo is deceptive, it makes the space look like an L-shape, which it’s not. Although it is a large studio, it is not this huge! Come see for...
by Barbara Downs | Aug 16, 2013
I am fortunate to be working in a warehouse complex with a wonderful group of artists and craftspersons. This year, we have eleven artists participating in the Santa Cruz County Open Studios, showing a wide variety of artwork. We’ll all be open on October 5 and...
by Barbara Downs | Jan 10, 2013
I’ve blogged in the past about working collaboratively with Claire Thorson. We’ve done many drawings together as well as some paintings, working from the model. We’re very excited to be showing two of our collaborative drawings at an upcoming show...
by Barbara Downs | Jan 8, 2013
I’ve grown rather fond of this suite of ten small encaustic pieces that I’ve just completed. Each is 6″x6″, encaustic on panel. I delivered them today to this show: Sleight of Hand Pajaro Valley Arts Council Gallery January 16 – February...
