Tree on a Hot August Morning

Tree on a Hot August Morning
Copyright 2016 Hirschten
Oil on Canvas 11" x 14"

"Knowing trees, I understand the meaning of patience. 

Knowing grass, I can appreciate persistence."

-Hal Borland 

Alchemy of Art Podcast Episode 34: Clearing the Art Clutter

Also available on iTunes.

Do you have a pile of old paintings you are not proud of?  On today's episode Hirschten answers the question, "How do you clear the art clutter?"  First she lists ways to identify which pieces are ones you are not proud of then gives a variety of options for purging the "practice pieces."  The story of the day is a strange personal tale about a portrait that was hidden for 20 years.

The mysterious missing portrait!

On the Alchemy of Art podcast we interview artists from a wide variety of mediums about their creative process and art philosophy.  Each episode includes folktales and true stories about artists to inspire you and keep you going.  Hosted by Addie Hirschten, a contemporary impressionist painter, art teacher, author and public speaker.  Find out more at www.azhirfineart.com

Stream on Shackleford Banks

Stream on Shackleford Banks
Copyright 2016 Hirschten
Oil on Canvas 12" x 24"

"Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summer's day, listening to the murmur of the water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is by no means a waste of time."

-John Lubbock 

Peace at Sunset

Peace at Sunset
Copyright 2016 Hirschten
Oil on Canvas 11" x 14"

"I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order."

-John Burroughs 

Tree Under the Monon Bridge

Tree Under the Monon Bridge
Copyright 2016 Hirschten
Oil on Canvas 8" x 10"

"Nature provides exceptions to every rule."

-Margaret Fuller