Category Archives: Artists and their art

Artist Laurelsong Cook at the Cafe del Sol

Posted on May 7, 2007 by David St Lawrence

This powerful image is just one of many paintings by Laurelsong Cook that have just been put on display at the Cafe del Sol, in Floyd, Virginia. I have a great affinity for Hawaii and Laurelsong’s painting evoke memories of … Continue reading →

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Moving out of your comfort zone – part 4

Posted on December 29, 2006 by David St Lawrence

Earlier this year, I wrote an article about moving out of your comfort zone in which I said that this action can produce rewards beyond your expectations. This pastel drawing is a result of this kind of adventure. It is … Continue reading →

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Gretchen’s Hammer

Posted on December 9, 2006 by David St Lawrence

I have such a thing about hard, shiny tools that Gretchen has to drag me away from the tool displays in places like Lowes and Home Depot. When I saw this hammer at the recent Winterfest Arts and Crafts event … Continue reading →

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The end of a very long weekend

Posted on December 4, 2006 by David St Lawrence

We’ve just concluded a two day Winterfest Arts and Crafts fair at the Jacksonville Center in Floyd, VA. Just before closing, I finally had time to enjoy a moment in one of Douglas Alan Terrill’s elegant Appalachian rockers which were the talk … Continue reading →

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