The great singer/songwriter, Joni Mitchell, writes about loving the other person’s calling as the natural order of things in her song, Urge For Going.
How Do We Grow?
February 28, 2012 By 11 Comments
What is it about the dark emotions that repel me? Why do I resist and deny them, even hide myself away when I’m in them? They are part of being human.
Working Artists: A Day In the Life
February 27, 2012 By 6 Comments
I live in a village that is full of artists and I still believe Bill Loyd is the most creative person I have ever met. He is always creating.
Leroy Fresquez Jr., Metal Artist, Llano, NM
February 24, 2012 By 4 Comments
I have been creating and selling sculpture since high school, where I developed my conscious and personal emphasis on artistic design.
Why Does Love Matter?
February 23, 2012 By 9 Comments
I’m not so tough. I’m pretty sure most of you don’t think of me as tough anyway, but the fact is, I do.
this time, i listen – beth anne boardman
February 22, 2012 By 8 Comments
It’s been a ragged day, the kind we need from time to time to foster growth. And then I discovered this stunningly perfect poem. This time, I listen.
Wolf Schneider Interviews Truchas Artists
February 21, 2012 By 4 Comments
Wolf Schneider is an accomplished writer, editor and movie unit publicist. In fact her resume would be intimidating if she wasn’t so approachable and down to earth.
Another Inspired Night (Dinner at Anna and Bill’s)
February 20, 2012 By 8 Comments
Another Inspired Night. Here we are, artists living an isolated life in the mountains of northern New Mexico, but within a community of artists.
Fabulous Vegetarian Sweet Potato Chili Recipe
February 17, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Here’s another chili recipe, sent in by Kathy Kessler, that I wanted to try on the heels of the other wonderful white bean chili I made a few weeks ago.
Alberto Jose Castagna Painter/Master Sculptor, Llano de San Juan, NM
February 16, 2012 By 2 Comments
Alberto Jose Castagna was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where he studied art in high school and a semester at the National Academy of Fine Arts.
The Storykeepers – Beth Anne Boardman
February 15, 2012 By 2 Comments
I was recently introduced to Beth Anne Boardman and her beautiful blog, Dancing Wolf. She kindly agreed to let me re-post some of her poetry.
Rescue Dog: For the Love of Skye
February 14, 2012 By 6 Comments
Some wounds cut so deep they can never heal and abuse so vicious it shatters. So it is for my dear girl, Night Skye.
Making Dragons in Cordova, NM
February 13, 2012 By 6 Comments
Vera asked if Anna and I would come to her class in Cordova, NM, in our official roles as artists, to help make papier-mâché dragon heads.
How to Make a Perfect Country Loaf by Kim Moss
February 10, 2012 By 8 Comments
Kim Moss is an outstanding baker and cook. He makes the best country loaf of bread I have ever had, hands down.
A Walk In the Moonlight In Truchas, NM
February 9, 2012 By 4 Comments
During the recent full moon my friend, Kim, and I walked in the moonlight deep into the canyon that backs up my property in Truchas, NM.
