Artful Academia - BRUCE BLACK ART: OIL PAINTINGS, STILL LIFES & ART EDUCATION

The True Power of Imagination.

11/12/2017

Rodin's the Thinker

Jumping off the Creative Cliff: The Power of Imagination and Taking Risks

11/12/2017

If I told you that you could jump off of a thousand-foot cliff and live, you would probably be skeptical. You might even scoff and say, "No way! Impossible!" However, what you are forgetting is that there are two important laws of imagination that make anything possible.

Creative Obstacles and the Inspiring Story of the Impressionists

11/12/2017

Inpirational painting: Impression Sunrise Painting by Monet

Impression Sunrise, Claude Monet, 1872 Musée Marmottan Monet, Paris.

Kerry James Marshall Painting the American Dream.

11/12/2017

My Abstract Paintings and Navajo Rugs?

11/12/2017

There is certainly a resemblance between my abstract paintings and traditional Navajo rugs, but what does it mean?

Bruce Black Yellow Triangle Painting

How Do You Know if You are an Artist?

11/12/2017

Can you remember that one moment when you knew what you would be doing for the rest of your life? That moment, when it all clicked? I feel like I have been an artist since I was five years old. Here's a little bit of my story and path to a creative life.

Bruce Black abstract watercolor painting four crosses

Could Picasso Make it in Today's Art Market?

11/12/2017

Pablo Picasso

Pablo Picasso in his studio

Knowing God Through Art

11/12/2017

Red Circles Abstract watercolor painting by Bruce Black

Red Circles an abstract watercolor painting by Bruce Black

Famous Artist's in Their Studios

11/12/2017

Unlocking the Limitless: The Power of Imagination in Creative Thinking and Innovation

11/12/2017

Bruce and Marla at Garth Brooks Concert!

Author: Bruce Black

Welcome to Artful Academia:
Welcome to my blog, where I celebrate the joy of creative living and the beauty of the arts! As a professional landscape painter and experienced middle school and high school art teacher, I'm passionate about sharing my artistic journey with you. Here, you'll find a treasure trove of my own artwork, insightful art history lessons, engaging art projects, and motivating tips to inspire and support you on your own creative path. Join me as we embark on a journey of artistic exploration and inspiration together!

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