While pursuing a PhD in Art History and Education, Dr. Bonnie Halsey-Dutton discovered the artform of artist’s books. Because books are so engaging she is offering a course inviting participants to explore the limitless question, “What can constitute a book?” During the 3-week course, participants will be exposed to a wide variety of book forms and will create three or …
The restful sounds of rustling grass, bubbling streams, and birds chirping are mixed with the unforgettable scent of the pine.
Spearfish Creek
Trade beads historically functioned as a form of international currency and to some extent, because of their continued desirability, they continue to do so.
Triptych of Devil’s Bathtub 42 x 36″ Oil on Ampersand Claybord Panel I rendered numerous smaller paintings of Devil’s Bathtub this year in watercolor. This is a much larger undertaking, created as a triptych (three panels designed to hang together). The triptych is approximately 42″ wide, depending on spacing between the panels, and 36″ long. Painted with oil on panel, …
This year, I painted a series of works as I explored a Black Hills landmark: Devil’s Bathtub.
I have been exploring Black Hills area waterfalls through painting. A favorite destination for me and my family has been Devil’s Bathtub.
My visit to Roughlock Falls was in the spring, while the water was especially rushing and there was a cool nip in the air. I strove to depict this quality in the piece.
This colorful rendering of Roughlock Falls depicts a favorite Black Hills destination in Spearfish Canyon.
I took my paints and my camera and my hiking boots, and had a marvelous fall day.