Author: Kim Fjordbotten
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Implications of a Relationship
Norton Artist Statement Norton is the name of the collaboration between Sara Norquay (woodcut) and Mark Dutton (silkscreen). There are two Norton series. Each has been conceptualized as a structured process rather than an exploration of a specific topic, idea or theme. We intend the titles to contribute a kind of interpretive lens. The first […]
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#LivingFigureChallenge
Use ‘The Living Figure’ reference photography Create in any media, any time limit, just work, play and experiment. Post your figure drawing to Instagram or Facebook Use hashtag #LivingFigureChallenge and #DrawAndrea Shout out to the @thepaintspot Join to keep motivated and inspire others. Enter for a chance to win a $100 gift card from The […]
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Art Talk: Tim Mikula
Tim Mikula – Artist Statement The ABLegGiftShop chronicles the surreal cast of characters and state of affairs in contemporary Alberta politics. It began with the Kijiji sale of a haunted portrait of Jason Kenney accompanied with a lurid prairie gothic ghost story, and quite frankly spiralled out of control after that. The ongoing project produces […]
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Artist Talk: Hailey Coogan
What is your name and where do you live (city)? Hi, I’m Hailey Coogan and I live in Edmonton. In which techniques do you mostly work? I tend to like to bring drawing techniques to my painting subjects such as contour drawing. What inspires you? Do you have favorite subjects? I’m inspired by nature and […]
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Covid Update
Our Response to COVID-19 UPDATE December 10, 2020 – Thank you for your support. We understand how important art-making is for mental health during these stressful and conflicted times. We have been busier than ever. The Paint Spot is committed to providing our customers with quality art products and advice throughout this difficult time. We […]