the Seminar

In 2017 I ran "the Seminar," a moderated discussion group for people interested in expanding their understanding of contemporary art. Through reading and conversation, we explored the big questions of contemporary art and what it means to be an artist today. During the six month seminar session we focused on: the larger art world, internal questions that artists struggle with, discipline, the practice of making art, etiquette and meaning.

All prospective members were interviewed.
Meetings were held the second Sunday of each month at 2 pm.
$150 included cost of seminar and all six books.

First session is now over.
There will likely be another group in the future. If you are interested in being part of a discussion group for artists, please send me an email.

This group is for you if:

  • You are deeply interested in art
  • You are interested in exploring what it means to be a contemporary artist
  • You are open to learning about ideas which may be different or challenging to your own
  • Reading a book a month seems reasonable
  • You can talk about abstract ideas
  • Are interested in other people’s ideas
  • You enjoy listening and contributing to group discussions
  • You have one Sunday afternoon a month free
Seven Days in the Art World

AUGUST

Perspective

Seven Days in the Art World

Art & Fear: Observations on the Perils (and Rewards) of Artmaking

SEPTEMBER

Belief

Art & Fear: Observations on the Perils (and Rewards) of Artmaking

The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life

OCTOBER

Discipline

The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life

Inside the Painter's Studio

NOVEMBER

Practice

Inside the Painter’s Studio

i like your work: art and etiquette

DECEMBER

The Scene

I Like Your Work: Art and Etiquette

Air Guitar: Essays on Art & Democracy

JANUARY

Meaning

Air Guitar: Essays on Art & Democracy