Author Archives: Carol McGraw

Dancing Spirit

Yellow Dancer 2011 Recently, I was invited to a figure painting workshop being run by my long time teacher, mentor and friend, Tammra Sigler.  I have taken summer classes in figure painting from Tammra for many years.  What I love about Tammra is her combination of guts, freedom and a painter’s eye.  She helps you [...]

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Local Talent

Prior to relocating to the Baltimore area in 1997, I felt I was creating in a vacuum.  After the move, I felt encouraged and inspired in my artistic pursuits.  Here I found wonderful friends, teachers and organizations that have sparked insights and opened up possibilities I never could have imagined. Baltimore fosters creativity and has [...]

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The Crow Maiden

I have started to render fanciful figures in medieval gowns using acrylic and charcoal on paper.  These new larger works (30″h x 22″w) get their roots from my enduring interest of medieval life and lore.  I enjoy connecting this influence with items more familiar to my surroundings and experiences.  Although rendered in a more realistic [...]

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Rediscovering Earlier Artwork

I have been taking some time this summer to organize my studio.  I need a smoother flow so that I can concentrate on my art.  It also helps to be able to find what I need when I am looking for it!  In cleaning up, I have uncovered many earlier works that intrigue me and [...]

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