You can learn a lot about a city through its art and its architecture. Seattle is known for its modernism like the iconic Space Needle. But, it also had a rough and tumble past with tales of rabble-rousers, gold miners, loggers, and fishermen. Among its towering skyscrapers, you'll find eclectic museums, flamboyant public sculptures, street art, and serene gardens. … [Read more...]
Why You Should Escape to Tempe, Arizona
I was invited to attend a virtual tour of Tempe, Arizona, put on by the Tempe Tourism Office. The purpose was to encourage people to travel domestically post pandemic. I live about 6 hours away from Tempe in Los Angeles, so it's an easy trip. A convenient desert base camp Tempe is only 5-10 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and is the home of Arizona … [Read more...]
Struggle: The Life and Lost Art of Szukalski – Netflix Documentary
In 2013, I wrote a blog post about a genius artist and sculptor I knew in the early 1980s. His name was Stanislav Szukalski. It caught the eye of the producers of a documentary film about his life called "Struggle: The Life and Lost Art of Szukalski." They asked me to do a filmed interview and I appear in the film for a few seconds. It was produced by George and … [Read more...]
Living With MS: An Artist’s Inspiring Story
Judy Rogers is an artist who lives in Texas. At the age of 52, she found out she had Multiple Sclerosis, (MS) a disease of the nervous system. The immune system accidentally attacks the myelin, (protective sheath) over the nerve cells in the brain or spine. For many people, it can be extremely debilitating, but Judy has managed the disease and has been thriving for the last 16 … [Read more...]
You’re Never Too Old to Discover Your Creativity
Have you ever dreamed of becoming an artist, author, writer, actor, or even a street performer? Many people desire to pursue a creative outlet but instead spent their lives working noncreative jobs in the real world. It is never too late nor is there a perfect time to discover your creativity and pursue what you are passionate about. Everyone has glimmers of creativity no … [Read more...]