by Yves M. Larocque (Ph.D.) | Jun 27, 2011 | General, Inspiration |Thoughts, Painting
My painting workshop crit! My “crit” was prefaced by Yves asking me to repeat something I had said earlier in the day – “I struggle to find a “higher” meaning/reason/purpose for my painting.” On the one hand, I enjoy doing fairly traditional landscapes. However, it...
by Yves M. Larocque (Ph.D.) | Jun 23, 2011 | Art History, General, Inspiration |Thoughts, Painting
Getting ready for Studio Italia show! Since 2006 we have been part of the marvelous arts and gastronomy festival il colle degli ulivi held every June in the charming medieval village of Rigomagno (Siena). On June 20 we mounted our Studio Italia’s show in a pop-up...
by Yves M. Larocque (Ph.D.) | Jun 22, 2011 | General, Painting
An afternoon in Cortona As we drive up the hill that leads us to the town of Cortona, I have no idea what awaits me on this painting journey. We arrive at the town lookout to a stunning view. What a symphony for the eyes. Now for the most difficult decision of the...
by Yves M. Larocque (Ph.D.) | Jun 20, 2011 | Food | Cooking, General, Painting
Organising our kitchen A few days ago we arrived at our lodge in Tuscany where our group of painters are painting the beautiful landscapes of the Val di Chiana. Before their arrival, lots of organisation had to be done. Especially in the kitchen since food is a...
by Yves M. Larocque (Ph.D.) | Jun 5, 2011 | General
We are very happy to announce that Kangaroos, Beavers and Gorgonzola, our Studio Italia alumni show, raised 2,955$ CAD for Fundación Germen de Paz in Barranquilla, Colombia! During our last March –April show at La Nouvelle Scène in Ottawa, we sold 30 paintings out of...
by Yves M. Larocque (Ph.D.) | Apr 1, 2011 | General
Art at the Beach, not in the Snow Adelaide, Friday April 1 Splashout Studios Art School is opening its ‘Splashout by the Sea’ Exhibition tonight. Fabulous Art. Beachside venue. Gorgeous wines. Tasty morsels. Funky music, the setting sun and wonderful people. ...
