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I am grateful for the fabulous weather at Studio North in beautiful Narragansett! Time is filled with painting, family, beach and rocks....
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Theresa Girard Artist
May 61 min
Spring history feeds summer
Arriving in New England in May is very revealing. The grass and trees are coming back to life. They reveal sleepy brush, a few nests, and...
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Theresa Girard Artist
Jan 291 min
A dream is a wish your heart makes...
This has been an interesting week. I'm in RI for some health checks and love being in my studio here. Winter is alive and I have an...
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Theresa Girard Artist
Dec 17, 20231 min
Resilience...
Resilience is a process of adapting to difficult challenges and experiences. This christmas cactus (6 years) and the poinsettia (3 years)...
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Theresa Girard Artist
Oct 20, 20231 min
Fall is for reading
I recently found time to pick up a few books that I had previously purchased. One of them was a retrospective of Willem DeKooning. He has...
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Theresa Girard Artist
Jul 24, 20231 min
Summer with tgirardart!!!!
A few sunny days have finally arrived, but the rainy days had something to offer too. I decided to look through the rain and sketch the...
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Theresa Girard Artist
Feb 19, 20231 min
Get the dirt!
I generally work in a bit of a mess but not when it comes to brushes Several of my students kid me that I am particular about washing my...
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Theresa Girard Artist
Nov 6, 20221 min
Working Smart
Time in this art journey certainly comes at a premium. I find myself spending smaller amounts of time in the studio. Even short bursts of...
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Theresa Girard Artist
Jun 28, 20221 min
Be the light
2 friends got together and decided to put their energy into something positive in this difficult climate. One designer, one artist, with...
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Theresa Girard Artist
May 8, 20221 min
Thoughts on an art show...
The Joan Mitchell Show Baltimore Museumn of Art "you can always apply more paint"... -tgirard I am honest to say that I didn't go into...
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Theresa Girard Artist
Dec 21, 20211 min
Follow their guidance...
It is certainly the time of year to think about loved ones. I recently refinished one of three steamer trunks that my Mom brought with...
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Theresa Girard Artist
Aug 16, 20211 min
Breathe...
I recently completed summer camp in my studio. 5 long time colleagues with guest coach Bernd Haussmann.We talked a lot about breathing...
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Theresa Girard Artist
Jun 9, 20212 min
Developing a palette
I am often asked the question, "why don't you set up a palette when you begin a painting?" There are actually several answers to this...
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Theresa Girard Artist
Jan 13, 20211 min
You asked we answered!
NEW DATES ADDED! Monday/Tuesday March 8-9 Level 1 Thursday/Friday March 11-12 Level 2 Center for the Arts Bonita Springs Beginning mid...
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Theresa Girard Artist
Dec 17, 20201 min
Grateful...
At this time of year my thoughts turn to those who have made my art life possible. I treasure all students, clients, colleagues, and...
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Theresa Girard Artist
Nov 27, 20201 min
Build your gratitude muscle...
"Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all others." -Cicero Gratitude has been shown to increase empathy and...
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Theresa Girard Artist
Nov 8, 20202 min
BIG NEWS! Back to Basics!
2 new workshops have been added for winter 2021! The center takes the utmost care to remain safe and covid free. They follow all...
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Theresa Girard Artist
Sep 21, 20202 min
What about color?
"in full bloom" 44 x 46 Several of you have asked what brand of color I use. Painting tools are very personal, your choices may depend on...
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Theresa Girard Artist
Sep 7, 20201 min
All work has dignity
During my first lunch at a private club a colleague asked why I left a tip. "its included, she said" I responded, "All work has dignity."...
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Theresa Girard Artist
Aug 24, 20201 min
Letting it flow naturally
My approach to non objective art evolved organically. I moved from realism looking for a broader expression, and more of a challenge...
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