Editor’s Letter | Hooked on Art
One of my many happy childhood memories is of my mother reading to me and, later, of us taking turns reading aloud.
Editor’s Letter | A Focus on Beauty
The modern world, with all its struggle and turmoil, gives us far too many opportunities to see what is negative. But the elegance of form, composition, and expression that we find in fine art can lift our spirits above the din.
Editor’s Letter | The Winding Road
No matter which particular road an artist might take, it’s likely to have a few more bumps along the way than one might encounter in many other professions. But most every artist agrees that it’s worth it.
Editor’s Letter | Sources of Inspiration
Light, emotion, character, and beauty: This month’s issue is overflowing with wonderful artworks that capture these qualities.
Editor’s Letter | A Season of Shows
Without question, fall is my favorite season in the art world. There are so many top-notch shows to see. It would be wonderful to attend them all, but since that’s not possible for most of us, here are a few highlights from events that have already taken place.
Editor’s Letter | Honoring Rick Bartow
Earlier this summer I was in the coastal town of Newport, OR, in the lobby of the Sylvia Beach Hotel, when a few framed drawings on the wall caught my eye. I knew the imagery was familiar, and sure enough, they were little gems by Rick Bartow, a prominent Native American...
Editor’s Letter | In Memoriam
The western art community has lost two important members over the past few months. As sad as it is to see them go, it’s one of the wonderful things about fine art that we can remember them and their legacy through the works they leave with us.
Editor’s Letter | The Little Things
Every issue of Southwest Art is made up of both large and small components. But sometimes, the smaller pieces of each issue are equally powerful.
Editor’s Letter | A World of Color
Each painter profiled this month has a distinctive and intriguing color story running through his or her work.