Art Matters
Ansel Adams: photographer, artist & nature's advocate...
Barb Toland Featured Artist
I am sooooo outside of my warm, fuzzy little comfort zone talking about photography, and about such an incredible photographer/artist — but here goes!
Your time machine awaits! The Renaissance & Botticelli art
Barb Toland Featured Artist
Today we're going to time travel into the past, to the early Italian Renaissance period of the 1400's. We'll explore 2 paintings that were created during this time that have always fascinated & delighted me...
Go deep, stay home & STILL find creative inspiration!
Barb Toland Creative Sparks
Whether by train, plane, automobile or boat — I've always encouraged you to get out & travel more so you can fill up your visual catalog with fresh new stuff. However, there's also something to be said for staying close to home, and STILL finding lots to explore...
A colorful visit to Randyland in Pittsburgh PA 💜💙💚💛💖
Barb Toland Creative Sparks
I'm so excited to share a wonderful creative & colorful place with you that I got to experience while visiting family in my hometown of Pittsburgh...
The grace to be a beginner — stumbling required
Barb Toland Creative Sparks
Since the day I stepped off into the world of creativity & art, I've learned a lot — and have stumbled quite a bit as well...