In the last few months, I realize that I am looking for more inspiration in my art work. I feel the need to break out of existing patterns – how I approach a painting, what subject matter I am drawn to, how I decide to attack it. In the past I have found it so...
“One of the best things that humans do.” Worth a peek. Nominated for an academy award. One of the producers/directors, ben Proudfoot, is from Halifax, Interesting how filmmakers injected the personal, emotional stories. There is something valuable and...
I visited Joan Skinner recently at her home in Pleasure Cove, just outside of Pugwash, to talk about her writing practice. Joan has a thoughtful way about her. Like she has the key to the chamber of secrets or the answer to one of life’s mysteries. There is a...
You may have stopped by Judy Turple’s booth at the Pugwash Farmers Market. You may have been amazed by her art work, including acrylic paints, cards, intricately decorated beach stones and her intriguing quilled creations. If not, I would recommend you search...
When I first moved to Pugwash, it wasn’t long before I discovered that the area was a veritable hive of hookers. Rug hookers. It seemed like everyone I met was deep into this traditional form of fibre artistry. I was curious. Not curious enough to dive...
