Tidbits - Mark Rothko quotes
(inspired by my recent visit to the Rothko exhibition at the Denver Art Museum)

"There is more power in telling little than in telling all." ... a guiding principle in my scratchboard work.

"It is our function as artists to make the spectator see the world our way – not his way."

"A painting is not about an experience. It is an experience."

"Art is an adventure into an unknown world, which can be explored only by those willing to take risks."

READERS RESPOND - footnotes to the September Artzine:

"Julie, what can I say, your work continues to amaze me whether in Africa or the western lifestyle and world of the horse. Your love and appreciation flows thru out all of your work. Onward and upward, love your Artzine, however do you manage the time?? Thanks for including me, your faithful Calgary admirer." (Marjie F.) - what a heckuva nice note! thank you, Marjie!

"There are so many things I like about you. And now there’s one more: your excitement and willingness to help other emerging artists. Not all artists, musicians, etc. are willing to share themselves with others… they frequently see it as a threat to their established kingdoms. But, having teaching in my blood, I have always felt the same as you: that sharing your craft makes others great, and if they become greater than you, *that’s the whole point* of being a great teacher and mentor. There is no room for selfishness in art....

Keep up the great work. Your Artzine *never* fails to make me think about some aspect of art, beauty, soul, and joy. Continued good luck to you." (Al L.) I thoroughly enjoyed Al's note (excerpted here), and Al, thank you for sharing your thoughts and support with me.