I am a huge fan of both the visual arts and the performing arts. This world is such a fantastically beautiful and inspiring place full of so many unique people that make it that way. It somewhat saddens me that the younger generations seem to be losing a bit of the connection with the arts.
Every week or two, I’d like to do my part to fix that on Single Dad Laughing by featuring four artists. A visual artist. A performing artist. A photographer. And a street performer.
Most of you probably don’t know, but long, long ago I used to make my living as an animal portraitist. I also played the tuba and baritone for many years when I was younger. At least once every month or two I try to support the arts by attending the ballet or the symphony or an Indie concert.
My hope is that this weekly post will inspire you to either get out and support the arts a lot more, or to pick up that paintbrush, dust off that old guitar, or start stretching your dancing legs. And please, help support the arts and share this post!
This week, I have three awesome artist/performers for you to check-out:
The weekly featured artist may include artists that work in many different mediums including watercolor, graphite, charcoal, oil, acrylic, mixed media, pen & ink, sculpting, etc.
The weekly featured performing artist may include solo or group performers in dance, theater, story telling, music, etc.
The weekly featured photographer will include work from photographer’s whose work astounds and amazes.
The weekly featured street performer may include solo or group performers with unique talents or routines that are not generally performed on a stage.
If you are an artist or know an artist that would like to be featured on my weekly post, please fill out the form on page six.
I think you should post about Lost Trail (http://www.losttraildrone.com/losttrail.cfm and https://soundcloud.com/losttrailnc and https://www.facebook.com/losttrailnc), which is the music my husband and I make (his full-time job) and also about E. M. Corsa, a wildlife painter (more well-known than Lost Trail, but still worth mentioning). Her art can be seen here: http://www.yellowhousegallery.com/artist_detail.aspx?Artist=9 and her blog here: http://emcorsabackyardwild.blogspot.com/
I keep trying to submit mine, but it won't work. I keep being told that my .jpg photos"this file type is not allowed", no matter which photos I try to use.
Anyways, here's my page on Facebook. I'll try to submit again later.
https://www.facebook.com/SaraHannaOriginals
@Sara I'm getting the same message!
You're probably overloaded with responses right now but if you DO start running low on visual artists to feature, you might consider looking through deviantArt for artists on there?
http://www.deviantart.com/
(Also boo that you don't have a writing category. Writing is an artform too! ;))
if you get a chance Dan, it would be lovely if you could take a look at my website. My dream is to be a visual artist full time. Never give up on your dreams right?
www.wix.com/seraphiccreations/art
Thanks
Great selection of artists, and the support of the arts is MUCH appreciated!!
I posted one of her works yesterday, so it was so nice to wake up and see her featured here too!!! Me's <3 You's! Supporting the arts is one of the best ways to bring the world back in balance... IMO. You rock it!
cool!
Love this idea, Dan!
I love love love Luciana Frigerio, her artwork is amazing and if I knew my husband wouldn't kill me I'd be ordering at least 3 of her pieces, for my 2 kids and myself, RIGHT NOW!!! Genesis was incredible AND he was sick! Gave me goosebumps. Of course your brother is amazing, always is. Ummm Book on Tape Worm... not my fav! They have so much potential and I bet they are stunning but I can't stand when it's like a war between vocals and instruments. I wanted to hear those awesome lyrics you were talking about (I love songs with meaningful lyics) but I couldn't hear anything over that damn piano! I wanted to throw that piano out the window! Just my opinion, maybe it's cause I just woke up and am kinda cranky but yeah Idk by the time the song was over I was so pissed that I couldn't hear the lyrics that my day felt completely ruined (stupid I know lol) until I heard Genesis, he made it all better. Good selection, I look forward to seeing more artists each week or two!
It won't let me submit with my photos, but I can't submit without them! Grar!
I guess I will share on your Facebook. Thanks for the opportunity!
I know an awesome artist - Jimmy Danko - jimmydanko.com. I think you'd rock one of his Gorilla T's.
This guy is amazing! He draws pictures that are so life like! I can't believe what an eye he has. So beautiful! http://www.facebook.com/davidkassan?fref=ts
Ooo Oooo.... My sister is an AMAZING artist in SLC! Her name is Jen Banks.
Page Six, people! That's where you can submit your favorite artists- Page Six of this blog!
What a wonderful idea! Thanks for sharing. I can't wait to see next week's artists...and the week after that! And what a talented family you have! I was just reading your sister Amy's blog after you posted the 911 call the other day. I can't wait to see what tricks your other siblings have up their sleeves. And I'm kind of partial to your photography too! I'll bet you learned from the best (your bro)!
That beatboxer is quite impressive.
I LOVE THIS! Great idea. Such talent!
I wonder if the book was thick enough if they could do one for Isabella.... hmmmmm
Wow, thanks so much for sharing! I'm thinking one of those book art pieces would be a perfect birthday/wedding gift for my fiance. We both love reading, what a great way to celebrate that.
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Bent-Objects-by-Terry-Border/53541581995?fref=ts This is definitely a good one. :)
This is an amazing idea. Thank you for sharing these artists. I love it!
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those are neat!
Very cool! looking forward to seeing all these artists!
Thats cool...
so when are you going to paint animal portraits again? in awe, as an artist myself, I will love this weekly tradition.
great to see support of the arts
I love this idea! As a performing arts professional, I am extremely grateful that you are willing to devote space and time to present and highlight the Arts in your blog. Thanks Dan!!
@Jimbo1172 Seriously, my pleasure!
I am a pretty good artist...I mean I do make some pretty good looking little humans!
What a great feature! Thank you for supporting fellow artists! The book sculptures are amazing.
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I love the book! So talented
The link for your brother's website wasn't working for me...had to type it in :) Just thought I'd let ya know. Thanks for sharing his work.
@MellieG Thanks for the heads up. should work now!
Yep it works :)))) Love his work btw!
@MellieG Thanks Mellie!