Purpose September 2024 Newsletter |
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Hello, Art and Design Friends!What do you love about art? For me, it's more than just painting on a canvas. It's about capturing an experience, hoping to connect the beauty and emotion of that moment with others, and inspiring a sense of hope and wonder. During a recent visit to the Columbus Museum of Art, I was struck by the diversity of art's purposes. Some canvases unburden weighty questions, inspiring contemplation. Others offer a message of shared beauty or capture an everyday object, encapsulating that moment onto a canvas forever. Some canvases pose societal justice questions, instigating change. This diversity of purposes made me ponder why the artists created each piece, and what drove them. An artist's purpose is as varied as their technique, style, and delivery, and it's this diversity that keeps us engaged and intrigued. As an artist and an advocate for other creatives, as a Durango Open Studio Tour host with my co-host, friend, and fellow artist Heather Freeman, I'm constantly reminded of the power of art to connect us. The Tour is not just an event, but a community, a platform for artists and art enthusiasts to come together, share their interpretations and techniques, and connect through their shared love of art. The Tour is an avenue to explore, connect with, and discover the diverse interpretations and techniques of 29 unique artists. Each artist brings their own perspective and style, and their art affects you in different ways. Putting your art out into the world serves a high purpose – inspiring and passing along a thought or technique to influence our collective future. I'm honored to provide a venue for all these purposes through the Durango Open Studio Tour October 4-6, so we can connect through the process of exploring others' interpretations of their purpose, perhaps seeing our own life experiences and questions reflected in another artist's canvas, providing validation, and connection with others as we ponder. Art offers wonder, joy, contemplation, and meditation. What purpose does art serve in your life? Warmly, Cindy P.S. If your inbox is maxed out, you're always welcome to unsubscribe at the bottom of the page. Thank you! |
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Hide & Seek Another fall scene? Really? What's the purpose of that?! Have I mentioned how much I LOVE autumn? The sound of early autumn's crunch of leaves, the sight of a single crimson leaf snuggled into an ebbing green lawn, and the feeling of crisp autumn air that takes my breath away evokes such a resonant emotional response in me that I needed to paint yet another fall canvas to express my autumn feelings fully. I hope you, too, savor the season with all your senses. |
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Hide & Seek 24” x 48” acrylic on canvas available | | |
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Purgatory Metro District Some brands express the purpose of their business succinctly and stand the test of time. The Purgatory Metro District provides high-quality, cost-effective, and efficient central water and wastewater services, road maintenance, and snow removal for the community around the Purgatory ski area. |
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Seventeen years ago, the Purgatory Metro District needed a logo that could suit their present needs while being flexible enough to grow as business goals change. I designed the apropos logo emblazoned on the District’s fleet trucks, uniforms, marketing materials, and signage. Its message still communicates the mission today. | | |
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Durango Open Studio Tour On First Friday, October 4, many of the 29 emerging and nationally-renowned Tour artists will be at the Durango Open Studio Tour Opening Art Exhibition to meet and share their work, and help you plan your tour weekend. Their 29 studios, located throughout Durango will be open Saturday, October 5th & Sunday, October 6th from 10am - 4pm. Explore, discover, and connect with these artists throughout this creative weekend! Grab a map in Smiley Cafe or the ArtRoom visit the website's Google artist map and plan an awesome weekend! |
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Cindy Miller Atchison Solo Art Show Opening Exhibition Mark your calendars for the Opening Exhibition of my first solo art show, set for First Friday, November 1, from 5-7pm in Smiley Cafe. This show will feature work inspired by my Willowtail Springs Nature Preserve and Education Center Artist Residency and the work that developed from that experience. |
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Shrub! I can't wait to share my newest culinary inspiration! Have you ever tried Shrub? I had never heard of it until I purchased a couple bottles of Sunbird's unfiltered, prebiotic goodness at the Durango Farmer's Market for my husband's birthday. Mixed with seltzer water (and possibly your favorite spirit), it makes a zesty, sparkly, refreshing drink, similar to kombucha, that embraces the essence of your favorite summer fruits. Apple cider vinegar has many purposes: gut health, regulating blood sugar, antimicrobial properties, hair health, and a zesty addition to dressings and recipes. But to be perfectly honest, I've never liked the flavor much, until I tried it in Shrub! I'm a changed woman. For a refreshing drink, pour 1-2 Tbsp. Shrub into a glass filled with ice and top off with club soda; stir gently to combine. Favorite spirit is optional. Garnish with fruit or herbs for fun. Enjoy! | | |
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My Smiley Building ArtRoom studio is small but mighty, containing works in progress, finished art pieces, and items to purchase. It's my place to develop my personal artistic style, explore mediums, and share my passion for pursuing beauty in our world. If you enjoy this newsletter, previous editions can be viewed here. I welcome you to visit my online art portfolio or drop by the Smiley Building ArtRoom to say hello when you're in downtown Durango. I hope to see you soon. Warmly, Cindy |
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