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Fresh Translucence: Maria Olivares Alfaro

It’s no secret I’m a huge fan of artwork filled with thick, saturated color.  But there are times when I happen upon an artist whose work feels like a breath of fresh air.  When I saw Mexican born Maria…

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Friday Finds: Anthropomorphically Artsy

These last four months of living on a lake in Northern Idaho has had its advantages, wildlife spotting being chief among them.  A favorite post-dinner activity of Mr. Forager & I is to take a long walk in the…

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Astronomical Manifestations: Monica Petty Aiello

Our first full day in Glacier, while Mr. Forager & I were on our big camping trip this summer, we did a 15 mile hike.  The longest I’d ever hiked before was around 7.5 miles.  And I need new…

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Pop Goes the Art: Sarah Boyts Yoder

If you’ve been reading Artsy Forager for a while, you’ve probably noticed that I have a bit of a weakness for saturated color mixed with bold graphics.  I don’t know what it is about this combo, but I am…

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Artsy on Escape Into Life: Carlito Dalceggio

As much travelling as Mr. Forager and I do, we have yet to venture outside the US.  But we have big plans to do so and I can. not. wait.!!  Recently Artsy Forager fave artist, M.A. Tateishi, journeyed to a…

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Constructed Dreams: Laura Redburn

I’ve been having some pretty weird and vivid dreams lately.  One night’s sleep involved a marriage proposal from The Office’s Michael Scott ( admittedly, I do have a bit of a Steve Carell crush ) AND an actual wedding…

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Exploratory Expressions: Amadea Bailey

I love the way some artists are visual archaeologists.  California based artist Amadea Bailey takes a journey of exploration and excavation each time she works a canvas. Like other “excavation” artists whose work I love, such as M.A. Tateishi…

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No Ordinary Imaginary Magic: Alexandra Eldridge

I always loved listening to my nieces when they were playing alone in their rooms.  Their imaginations, so fertile and free, creating worlds all their own.  So many of us, as we grow older, lose our childlike imaginations.  But…

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Living in Technopia: Natalie Nicklin

I am officially back among the technologically connected!  While we were camping in Glacier National Park and Yellowstone, we made the decision to be completely unplugged– not much cell service or wifi to be had in most spots anyway.…

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Artsy on Escape Into Life: Sherry Karver

The minute Lisa Harris Gallery in Seattle posted images of Sherry Karver’s work, I knew I wanted to learn more about it.  I hope you’ll be as intrigued as I was ( am! ).  I’m featuring Karver’s work in…