Everyone's a critic, LOL

[Bartc]

By invitation from our regional newspaper (yes those still exist) I'm starting an art column to encourage folks to explore the local creative scene. So I'm now combining my authorship with my artistic endeavors. Take a look,
Bart on Art

 

[Bongo]

Good on you, Bart - well done.

 

[Donna T]

Very nice article, Bart! I’ll bet I could wander around in that store for a long time.

 

[Jade]

Very nice article, Bart! I’ll bet I could wander around in that store for a long time.

Me too!

 

[TK H-H]

I didn't even know that store was there! I kept wishing there was an independent art store nearby, as I miss the little independent I used to shop at back home.

I'm just across the Bay. I'l have to venture over there some time.

 

[Bartc]

Very nice article, Bart! I’ll bet I could wander around in that store for a long time.

They would show you the love along with the supplies!

 

[Bartc]

Thanks, everybody. I have a bunch of articles lining up. Just have to make sure this stays fun and doesn't become a job. And I've already submitted my second column.

I passed on covering gallery openings (too much like society column); they announce them anyway.

What I was seeking was to engage the local public with the people making art, the people behind those people (framers, gallerists, etc.), and how they can enjoy either viewing or even making art themselves. We'll see if I can continue to pull that off.

 

[Bartc]

I didn't even know that store was there! I kept wishing there was an independent art store nearby, as I miss the little independent I used to shop at back home.

I'm just across the Bay. I'l have to venture over there some time.

Ron often introduces me to materials, tools, etc. that other stores don't carry. If they never sell, he can't keep them in stock forever, but he makes a major effort to go beyond the standard stuff and brands you find elsewhere, and his store is the real thing, as opposed to the hobby chain stores around. Yet he makes even the total beginner and the kids feel welcome, excited and empowered to create. It's such a rare combination. It's worth your car trip.

Ron also gives discounts to members of art groups and student classes.

BTW, since you're in our area and we range widely, you might want to consider our Burlingame Plein Air Painters on meetup.com. Don't let the Burlingame fool you, we paint all over the Bay Area and beyond.

 

[snoball]

Well written, Bart.

 

[Enyaw]

Congratulations Bart, you now have a platform with an audience. I'm sure your appreciation of art will not let it get to being a job. Enjoy yourself.