With Irene Tobias Rodriguez, the difference is in the details

What differentiates a good artist from a great one? I think the difference is largely in the details. It takes a subtle hand and the soft undulating undertones of a well rehearsed stroke, certainly. But the stroke of a great artist retains its own character, its true nature, too.

Irene Tobias Rodriguez is a great example of someone who is genuine in the detail of her landscapes, seascapes and naturalist scenes.

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Liz DeBellis binds us, entwines us in her story

You may have preconceived notions about quilters – perhaps about the fiber arts in general – but we thought that this week, on the brink of Canton’s first fiber-only juried art show, we’d feature an artist who diminshes such notions.

Liz DeBellis‘ work is woven, whether her stitches are the tactile fibers of her quilts and fabric pieces, or bound together by the liquid stitches of her inks. By print or by quilt, DeBellis entwines us in her story.

Georgia Shankel’s work glows and gleams on canvas

I know that her work is oil on canvas, but the phosphorescence in Georgia Shankel’s work makes me wonder if her brush hasn’t been suffused with pure, brilliant light.

The effect of her sedate work in color is results in a striking dimensional appeal.