Monthly Archives: January 2018

Dawn Whitelaw: Artist and Teacher

“Sanctuary”, 12×16, Oil, Collection of the Artist. Is it possible to identify what sets a painting apart from others?  Could it be the skill of the artist, the chosen image, the application of the paint, or the feeling of the … Continue reading

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Elizabeth Robbins: NOAPS Master Artist

  “Impending Motherhood”, 24×18, Oil, Collection of the Artist.  This painting was chosen as ‘Best of Show’ at the 2014 NOAPS Best of America Exhibit The portrait is a powerful genre for artists.  As humans, we connect closely with images … Continue reading

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J. Russell Wells: Inspiration and the Narrative

“Allure”, 24×36, Oil on canvas, Castle Gallery, Fort Wayne, IN.  Winner of Best Figure Painting at the NOAPS 2017 Best of America Exhibit. The relaxed pose of the model in J. Russell Wells’ painting “Allure” belies the careful planning that … Continue reading

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Get Recognized

“Delta Soup”, 22×30, by Marc Hanson, winner of 3rd place from the 2017 NOAPS Fall \On-line International. The 2017 NOAPS Fall On-line Exhibition is a remarkable collection of outstanding work from artists all over the world.  A variety of styles, … Continue reading

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