Artists must observe their surroundings very closely. Do you see that tree? Notice the different shapes of its leaves. Now, draw them. See those shadows on the ground? What colors are they? Now, paint them. Can you see the texture of that bird’s feathers? Really look… Professor Biggers often called attention to the importance of observation in his art classes at Texas … [Read more...]
Witness: Black Artists in Texas, Then and Now
"I invite everyone to the table. The language that I use in my art is universal as well as personal, and intimate. I share memories by storytelling through sewing, printmaking and painting." - Delita Martin Witness: Black Artists in Texas, Then and Now is curated to celebrate major contributions of Black artists of the past and present throughout the state. The creative … [Read more...]
Grace Gala Honors Long-Time Volunteer, Supporter
Gay Beitscher generously gives her time, energy, ideas, and dollars to The Grace Museum and other local groups. She truly loves and supports the arts, and Abilene is all the better for it. The Grace will honor Gay at its annual Grace Gala fundraiser Sept. 30. Why does she support the arts? “If not me, then who?” Gay said. “Art adds something beautiful and happy to our … [Read more...]
The Grace Makes Gallery Upgrades, Adds Virtual Tours
It’s been 31 years since the doors of the new Grace Cultural Center opened to the public. After years of persistent fundraising, planning and renovations of the old Hotel Grace building, the ribbon-cutting day in February 1992 was a dream come true for many people in Abilene. It pointed towards a brighter future for our city on the very cusp of a revitalized downtown. As … [Read more...]
Susan kae Grant’s Lens Captures Shadows
Imagine trying to capture on paper the feeling of a dream, or a distant memory, giving shape to the fleeting images inside your mind. How would you do it? Contemporary artist Susan kae Grant has developed an intriguing method of photographing shadows for this very purpose – the perfect entity to convey the universally prevailing theme of light and dark. A lens-based artist … [Read more...]