Traditions have not detoured

CHARLOTTE, NC (PNAN) – “The Language of Clay: Catawba Indian Pottery & Oral Traditions” is a traveling exhibition organized by the University of South Carolina Lancaster. It is currently on…

Their roar of change is profound

POMONA, CALIF (PNAN) – On view through Sunday, March 12, 2023, “Breaking Ground: Women in California Clay” at the American Museum of Ceramic Art is an exhibition celebrating 44 artists…

Cream of the crock show

RED LODGE, MT (PNAN) – “Objects of Desire” is Red Lodge Clay Center 2022 Holiday exhibition, featuring some of the finest utilitarian ceramic artwork being made today. Works by Kurt…

Of power of the Pineapple

Very rarely do you hear about the disadvantages of pineapple. That’s because they are organic, flavorful, loaded with vitamins and minerals, and diverse for using in different dishes. Pineapple is…

The magic of Blueberries

Blueberries are one of the world’s healthiest foods. They boost brain health, protect the heart and build strong bones. Unfortunately, blueberries are a seasonal fruit that can become difficult to…

Green and Black teas

Tea is the most consumed beverage in the world after water. But how much do you really know about tea? You might be surprised to learn that all teas come…

A Merry Merry Tree alternative

It has always been tradition to have a 6′ pine in the corner of your living room during the holidays. Outfitted with sentimental bulbs, handmade bows, garlands and twinkling lights,…

Creators unite in come home show

CHICAGO, IL (AAPNW) – Still on view through Sunday, December 11, 2022, “Passing Through: Artists from DoVA 2012-2021” in the Logan Center Gallery, the exhibition features recent work by 37…

How does your garden grow?

Growing your own vegetables is only as healthy as the plants and soil that is used. Go one step further and include mulch. If you select mulch that is riddled…

One huge homegrown talent

While The Artist Is Away, acrylic on panel, 20 x 16 inches, Debby Gregory It’s always amazing to watch how one’s talent can transform into an area of expertise with…

The art of the Crèche

Christmas is one of the most important holidays of the year for people of the Christian faith, and many Christian homes feature prominent display of a Crèche (French for “mangerâ€),…

Simple is beautiful

In the complexity of today’s world, we often scan a picture and miss the most crucial parts, but there is Dan Pyle, who has an eye that can scan any…

Drink and be merry

Remember when you would sneak that cup of coffee because your mom said that it was bad for you? “It’ll stunk your growth,” was the most popular catch phrase. Then…

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Air-Cleaning plants

Plants are nature’s filters for absorbing gases through pores on the surface of their leaves. It’s this skill that facilitates photosynthesis, the process by which plants convert light energy and…

They are unforgettable

  Lilacs often indicate the first signs of spring. Colorful, fragrant and full with bloom, they often turn on your memory bank that brings back a favorite story, a visit…

Cast Iron Skillet benefits

Sometimes technology doesn’t offer the best results. Take cast iron skillets, for instance. Made from pig iron, recycled cast iron and recycled scrap steel, one company in Tennessee has maintained…

A better ‘mousetrap’

Peppermint oil is used by exterminators to rid buildings of mice and rats. Saturating cotton balls and batting then stuffing into holes and corners will drive them away from the…

Dream became real

Encountering new opportunities in our young lives often cause a favorite passion to sit in the back of the bus. Some finally toss off their dream as a silly notion…

Writer inks her love to Dad

♥ Tell me a story of a farmer at sunrise; Starting a busy day of combining beans. Feeling joy and sadness, anticipation and relief; Of a completed harvest, a job…

His art has risen

In my review of “The Art of William Emboden” published by Premium Modern Art, its written text, as I see, a collaboration among William Emboden, Peter Shire and Chevalier Tony…

Japanese Way: A traditional Twist

We pride ourselves in having a wide diversification of American citizens from all over the world. English, German, African and Irish are among the most popular ancestry line. This holiday…

Ceremony returns to the museum

NEW YORK, NY (PNAN) – The American Museum of Natural History held its eighth commencement under the iconic blue whale in the Milstein Hall of Ocean Life. On Thursday, October…

What is type of fabric is it?

There are all sorts of buzz words used today to make you think that fabric is free from chemicals. Natural, organic and eco-fibers are the most common descriptions of material…

Art of Story Telling

Have you ever tried to tell a story but the words get so twisted that the entire story becomes a disaster? There is an art to storytelling and it has…

Plein Air artist revealed

A plein air artist is often gifted with the ability to see beyond the immediate display of color and light.  A sunset, a tree or a person’s facial expression can…

Trending American Indian style

Tradition runs deep, especially to those who have had it ripped from their lives. Native Americans have endured tribes being separated, land confiscated and family members being brutally murdered. However,…

Paint, Dream and Reach for the Stars

Watching a theatrical performance can bring a sensation of emotional bliss. Viewing the real-life setting of actors and actresses, dressed in the finest attire and moving among simulated props, makes…

Solid roots never perish

Alfredo Rodriguez never dreamed of what he wanted to be when he grew up. He already knew. Imagination is imperative when growing up around eight siblings and Alfredo became engrossed…

The Art of the Wild

Joel Rosenthal fell in love with animals when he was 4 years old. Growing up in an apartment complex of Washington D. C., he knew nothing of his desire until…