Bobbi Mastrangelo’s triptych , features the Four Elements in the center piece: Earth at the top, (clockwise) Air, Water at the bottom, then Fire. From ancient cultures to modern societies, the Four Elements — Earth, Wind. Fire, Water — have provided various explanations about aspects of the material world, the forces of energy, and the Read More …
Before I begin this Blog about the creation of my Mars Grate, I HAVE A CONFESSION TO MAKE. I now need help to complete some of my artworks. And that is because I am the SURVIVOR OF A HEMORRHAGIC STROKE. It happened on that fateful evening of October 31, 2017. What a MEAN TRICK for Read More …
(Doing What’s Right is not BLACK or WHITE) The following true story is about a fellow educator and friend, Ben Watford, who had a “Good Samaritan Encounter” with a Long Island (New York) Policeman. We need more positive interracial news. Please share yours in the comments. Read More …
Dad’s Letter refers to John Bernard Myers: “Tracking the Marvelous” A Life in the New York Art World Today Feb.1, 2013, I celebrate my Father, Herman Louis Betschen, who was born 101 years ago. Dad passed through The Celestial Gates on May 27, 1992, but his legacy and his influence live on. I found his Read More …
One of the greatest joys in the world is being a grandparent. Besides sharing art with our four grandkids, I encourage them to learn greetings and the cultures of many other countries. Max and Sophia each have “Passport to the World” (Your A – Z Guided Language Tour) by Craig Froman. ‘Passport’ features a bit Read More …
Friends appreciating art and artists appreciating their friends’ support. Many artists like myself work alone and often my art is shipped to exhibits which I can not attend. Recently my friend Sandy Wicker sent me a photo of herself standing next to my miniature “Reuse” sculpture at The Mills Pond House in St. James, NY. Read More …
Our grandson Drew made this pencil drawing during our visit in the 2011 Christmas Vacation. Don’t you just adore kid’s drawings! They make me smile. And if you knew Drew you would continue to smile. So dear viewers, let’s start the New Year in the Happiness Mode. Here are links to previous drawings by Read More …
ARTISTS’ CONTRIBUTIONS FOR 9/11/2011 TRIBUTE Curated by Bobbi Mastrangelo & Posted by Cheryl Wilson The Attack The Ruins Rescues and Searches Waiting, Hoping Angels Memorials Poems, Music, Artifacts Operation Iraqi Freedom Ground Zero Memorial 2011 Photos. THE ATTACK “Soaring Spirits at Ground Zero” Oil on Canvas 5′ x 6′ 2002 June Long -Schuman Read More …
This September 11, 2011 will be the tenth anniversary of the horrendous Terror Attack. It is time for us to remember those who lost their lives or were injured on September 11,2001. It is time to appreciate our patriots who perished in Iraq and Afghanistan. Let us reflect on how we can work together to promote global Read More …
Irish Blessing Post Cards can be sent as little gifts of caring. Just add your own prayers and get well thoughts or copy the Irish Blessing onto it. Signed post cards of my sculpture relief can be purchased from http://www.thepostcard.com/walt/grates.htm MASTRANGELO GRATES Postcards Waltspaper Irish Blessing Post Card The two previous blogs tell all about Read More …