“Jazz Me Blues” The Colors of Jazz Collection ©2020, Molly Larson Cook 28″x22″, Acrylic on canvas In his book, A Passion for Seeing: On Being an Image Maker, artist and teacher Frederick Franck writes: “Art is neither a profession nor a hobby. Art is a Way of being.” A phrase like that might initially sound a bit pompous, a little elitist, possibly exclusionary, … Continue reading Art as a Way of Being Although the Eyes Have Had It
“Good Morning, Heartache” from the Colors of Jazz Collection ©2020, Molly Larson Cook 24″ x 18″ Acrylic on canvas In a writing book by a man named Peter Elbow there is a chapter on revision titled, “Nausea.” It always gets a laugh or at least a knowing smile when I teach writing classes and mention this. And yet revision is the heart of good … Continue reading Comfort Me with Painting
“These Foolish Things” 24 x 20 The Colors of Jazz Collection ©2020, Molly Larson Cook “Dominant 7th chords are some of the most common chords you’ll find in the jazz repertoire…But they’re also some of the most confusing to play over, especially when it comes to all those #9, b13, #11 alterations and accompanying scales.” Are you a musician? Perhaps you understand that … Continue reading The Art and Spirit of the Painting
Art and Tulips 