

1902 Correspondence documents St. Louis Public School's efforts to acquire art collection.
In my recent research, I came across numerous historical documents from SLPS' 1902 effort to acquire artworks, of which Frank Duveneck's...


Squire and Mother Duveneck paintings re-united once again
Their facial expressions give the impression of an awkward first date. In reality, it's been 50 years since they've last hung together;...


Rediscovering the artwork exhibited at the 1904 World's Fair
Illustrations of Selected Works in the Various National Sections of the Department of Art Published by the Louisiana Purchase Exposition...


Can I master drawing in 3 months?
First, I will not say it is impossible, but I will say it is highly unlikely that you will be able to "master" the art, skill, and (dare...


NEWS: World's Fair painting in St. Louis has gone AWOL more than once
Originally appeared in St. Louis Post-Dispatch: https://www.stltoday.com/entertainment/arts-and-theatre/worlds-fair-painting-in-st-louis-...


NEWS: Surplus artwork from St. Louis Public Schools moves to Missouri Historical Society
Originally appeared in St. Louis Post-Dispatch: https://www.stltoday.com/news/local/education/surplus-artwork-from-st-louis-public-school...


Showcase your technical ability in your art portfolio for school
Technical skills are what allow an artist to communicate the message or meaning of a piece. They also give admissions counselors a sense...


Is it ok to join art school not knowing how to draw?
Art schools will, by and large, require that you submit a portfolio in order to get in, and that will include drawing. However, you can...


Oil Portrait
I have to admit. This painting veers outside my comfort level. Rarely do I take time away from drawing to explore a different medium....


Not Indiana Jones; Kentucky Greis
My friend, a graphic designer, "whipped" this up for me after my last art find!