by Barbara Downs | Feb 18, 2011
After my friend wandered past my open studio door and smelled that distinct smell of oil paint, she asked on Facebook if I’d done some good paintings that day. No, I did not have such luck, and I publicly admitted it on Facebook. In fact, I’d had a...
by Barbara Downs | Nov 13, 2010
Huddled masses, indeed. Looking around hospital waiting room, I see people huddling together. I see it in newspaper and magazine photos too. In times of trouble, anxiety and apprehension, in times of anticipation and jubilation, people huddle. They touch. They clump....
by Barbara Downs | Nov 10, 2010
Next up: Search for Self, Monterey Peninsula College Gallery. Sefla Joseph, Ursula O’Farrell, and me. November 16-December 17, 2010. Reception and Artist Talk: November 18, 12:30-2:00.
by Barbara Downs | Oct 17, 2010
Open Studios is an exciting and confusing time. I’ve now spent 3 days, with one more to go, talking to people about my work. It’s exciting because, of course, it’s great when people connect with the work. Who wouldn’t like that? I have had some...
by Barbara Downs | Oct 14, 2010
I have one more weekend of Open Studios. If you’re in the area, stop by! Saturday, October 16 and Sunday, October 17, 10am-5pm. Here are some photos from last weekend. You’ll note that my studio is clean…
