Harley E. Warric
Harley E. Warrick (October 5, 1924 – November 24, 2000), was a barn painter, best known for his work painting Mail Pouch tobacco advertising on barns across 13 states in the American Midwest and Appalachian states. Over his 55-year career, Warrick painted or retouched over 20,000 Mail Pouch signs. When he retired, he was the last of the Mail Pouch sign painters in America. The Mail Pouch signs have become iconic and some of Harley Warrick’s work has been exhibited by the Smithsonian Institution. Though he was not the first or the only Mail Pouch barn painter, he was the most prolific and famous.
Herself, Robert Henri, 1913,
Robert Henri painted Himself (1924.912) and Herself (Irish terms of endearment
for a husband and wife) during a summer trip to Ireland; the canvases depict
the fisherman Johnnie Cummings and his wife, Biddy. The rich hues and thick,
lush paint add depth to the works, while the figures’ elusive expressions and
informal poses give them a brusque, forthright quality. Each portrait reveals a
distinctive character and, according to Henri, was meant to be a dynamic
example of “humanity in the making, in the living.” Walter H. Schulze Memorial
Collection
10 Best Watercolor Paper for Painters of All Skill Levels
10 Best Watercolor Paper for Painters of All Skill Levels
By Margherita Cole on November
10, 2021
Best Watercolor Paper
Between its portability and
beauty, it's no wonder that watercolor is one of the most beloved mediums for
artists. And while choosing the right set of paints and brushes is important
for watercolors, finding suitable paper is just as vital to the creative
process.
Do you need help finding the best
watercolor paper for your artwork? There are a couple of things you'll want to
consider before you make your choice. For instance, deciding which format you
want the paper in will have an effect on your experience. Loose-leaf paper is a
convenient choice for experimenting techniques, as you can buy sheets one at a
time and cut them down smaller.
However, purchasing blocks may be
better if you're inclined to travel, as the packaging protects the paper from
bending or tearing. Similarly, pads of paper are a popular choice to have in
the studio as it is easy to remove the paper when needed.
Arches paper is a favorite among
watercolorists, calligraphers, and other artists. They are made in France with
100% cotton fiber and make the perfect canvas for vibrant and long-lasting
paintings. All of their paper is acid-free, pH-neutral, gelatin-sized, and
air-dried.
If you're a student or an artist
looking for a value watercolor pad, then Canson's XL Watercolor Pads are some
of the best. It features 30 sheets of 140 lb (300 gsm) student-quality paper
that is an ideal surface for watercolor and mixed-media work.
Another great value pad for
beginning watercolorists and students is the Bienfang pad. At an economical
price, it provides 15 sheets of 90 lb (243 gsm) paper that are perfect for
refining techniques and creating practice paintings.
Winsor & Newton Professional
Watercolor Blocks includes 20 archival-quality sheets of 140 lb (300 gsm) paper
that have an ideal surface for displaying the natural transparency of
watercolor. This paper is available in cold press, hot press, and rough
finishes.
The name Sennelier is synonymous
with high quality, and their watercolor blocks are no different. Made of 100%
cotton, this paper is acid-free and 140 lb (300 gsm). It is available in a
variety of unique sizes that are perfect for landscapes and portraits alike.
If you want paper that's a shape
other than a square or rectangle then Yupo‘s round pad is an ideal choice. Each
pack contains 10 sheets of 74 lb (200 gsm) paper that are all waterproof,
non-absorbent, and extremely durable with a smooth surface.
Another staple brand in the
watercolor world is Grumbacher. Their pad of paper includes 12 sheets of 140 lb
(300 gsm) cold press watercolor paper that is perfect for wet and dry lifting
techniques. It includes a cover that can easily fold out of the way as you
work.
Fabriano is an established brand
known for its high-quality art supplies. Their watercolor paper is machine-made
in Italy from 25% cotton and 75% alpha cellulose. This combination creates a
surface that feels like 100% cotton rag at a much lower price.
Instead of buying a pad or block
of paper, you can also purchase a large sheet of paper and cut it down to your
needs. Blick Student Watercolor Paper is economically priced for students and
beginner painters. It is 90 lb (243 gsm), making it ideal for practice work.
Have you ever heard of black
watercolor paper? That's because Legion Stonehenge Aqua Black Paper is the
first of its kind. One pad includes 15 sheets of 140 lb (300 gsm) black
watercolor paper that is pH-neutral, acid-free, lignin-free, and chlorine-free.
Margherita Cole is a
Contributing Writer at My Modern Met and illustrator based in Southern
California. She holds a BA in Art History with a minor in Studio Art from
Wofford College, and an MA in Illustration: Authorial Practice from Falmouth
University in the UK. When she’s not writing, Margherita continues to develop
her creative practice in sequential art.
Dance like no one is watching
Loie Fuller was an actress and dancer who was a pioneer of
both modern dance and theatrical lighting techniques. She choreographed and
performed dances in burlesque (as a skirt dancer),in vaudeville, and circus shows.
An early free dance practitioner,
Fuller developed her own natural movement and improvisation techniques, experimenting
with a long skirt, choreographing its movements and playing with the ways it
could reflect light.
Fuller came to the attention of Henry
Cyril Paget, 5th Marquess of Anglesey AKA Lord Paget nicknamed
"Toppy", a British peer who
was notable during his short life for squandering his inheritance on a lavish
social life and accumulating massive debts.
Paget, who adored being called "the
dancing marquess" in the press took Fuller’s dance one step more and came
up with his own version of the Butterfly Dance, wearing a voluminous robe of
transparent white silk would be waved like wings.
Paget was the eldest son of the
4th although rumors persisted that his biological father was the French actor
Benoît-Constant Coquelin. When his father died in 1898, he inherited his title
and the family estates (30,000 acres) with an annual income of about $20,000,000 in today’s value.
He quickly went about the business
0f spending every cent of his inheritance. He
renamed the family's country seat Plas Newydd as "Anglesey Castle"
and converted the chapel there into a 150-seat theatre, named the Gaiety
Theatre where he took the lead in opulently costumed productions ranging from
pantomime and comedy to performances of Oscar Wilde's An Ideal Husband and
Shakespeare's Henry V.
Not happy with that, he took his theatre company on tour around Britain and Europe. His wife obtained a decree of divorce the marriage was later annulled due to nonconsummation. He was okay with that since the end of his marriage gave Paget more freedom to enjoy his self-indulgent lifestyle.
By 1904, despite his inheritance
and income, Paget had accumulated debts a massive debt and was declared bankrupt. His
lavish wardrobe, particularly his dressing gowns from Charvet, and jewels were
sold to pay creditors.
Paget died in in 1905 Monte Carlo
following a long illness, with his ex-wife by his side. The London Times
reported that he was, wide and far, well liked by one and all and that despite his
oddities, never brought any harm to anyone but himself.
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