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In 1634, Rembrandt painted his wife, Saskia, as Flora — the Roman goddess of flowers and spring. One large bloom droops over her left ear from the wreath crowning her head, dwarfing the other blossoms in scale and splendor — a single tulip, its silken petals aflame with stripes of red and white.These tulips no longer exist.Read more

Aquatint, an etching technique, was invented in Amsterdam around 1650 by the printmaker Jan van de Velde IV. The technique  was all but forgotten until the eighteen century when recipes for its used were published and its techniques were improved by a number of artists. An exhibition at the National Gallery of Art will trace the technique’s development through Europe, starting in the late 1700s. Read more
Image: Stoke Hall , Derbyshire, England by Cartwright, Thomas - Public Domain

Wash the paper,
sketch the subject,
faint the line.
Select your brush,
mix paint on the pallet,
keep paper flat
to avoid paint run
of watercolor.
Paint the picture,
wet or dry.
Work your art.
Nice first try.

"In the Blue Hour, French illustrator and author Isabelle Simler offers a stunning joint celebration of these uncommon blue creatures and the common blue world they inhabit, the Pale Blue Dot we share." ........ Read the full article on Brain Pickings

Photo credit: Calob Photography

also photos of our northwest flowers and gardens

Why do I keep buying sketch pads?
A good question, I've said to me,
for I do not have the time
to draw figures or things
having the satisfaction, which it brings.
Don't give up; a talent is there.
In the beginning, I'm told your art
will be fair, as you progress,
after your fresh start.
Appreciate your part.

So excited to have Riveting Roses in the gallery’s front window. Perfect for Valentines Day! ❤️ 30”x40”. #abstractfloral #abstractart #roses #loveflowers #valentinesday

Head to the Stillaguamish Senior Center for a fall bazaar and get an early start on your holiday shopping! 

There will be 51 tables of vendor items available with PLENTY of variety to buy from. 

There is truly something for everyone at this wonderful fall event. Spread the word, grab your friends and come shop around!

When: Saturday, November 2, 2019 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Address: 18308 Smokey Point Blvd, Arlington, WA 98223 

Phone: 360-653-4551
Email: admin-asst@stillycenter.com

Relay For Life of Skagit County is Scarin' Up a Cure for Halloween! This event is a family friendly Halloween party! There will be food, games, a costume contest and so much more! Come out and enjoy a night of fun while also raising money for a great cause!

Tickets are $5 per person. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!

When: Friday, October 18th, 2019 at 5:00 pm

Address: McFarland Rd, Mount Vernon, Washington 98273

Phone: 360-424-8483

Get your costumes on and head out for an amazing family friendly vendor and craft event in Marysville!

This event is bringing local artisans and business together for shoppers, while supporting the community!

Come dressed up in your favorite character and do some trick or treating with the vendors. Find local, handmade and homegrown household items and foods. 

When: Sunday, October 27th, 2019 at 11:00 am
Address: 1010 Beach Ave, Marysville, Washington 98270

Phone: 360-659-2576