The last waking moments of a crummy year

In an attempt to greet a new year, here are a few feel-good things.

Before we completely lose 2020, here’s a nod to Henri Matisse, who was the featured artist on the Whose House? December calendar.

Celebrating 150 year birthday of Henri Matisse

The. woman that changed Matisse’s life.


As a big fan of picture book illustrators and beautifully illustrated books in general, I follow Lilla Rogers, who is an agent for several illustrators and artists. At her site, you can find an array of wonderfully talented people, and I promise you that any time spent there will be worth your investment for the sheer pleasure of the artwork. Recently she spotlighted Jennifer Potter, including some lovely animations, and I would like you to go see her breathtaking - I think - work for books and articles. You can find her site here.

Watch the development of one of her illustrations:


I have added several of these picture book artists to my page of favorite artists. Have you ever mosied over there? Would you consider doing so?

Finally, one more artist to enjoy. Prepare to be awed by this artist and go to her website for even more.

https://mymodernmet.com/ruby-silvious-tea-bag-paintings/?fbclid=IwAR3UzyDVHzGgB6YV1drO-9eJfqV5ATVZK01cZ6IMi5WdaJz99quRyWAtxCA

As for 2020….