Artist in Residence Adventure ~ The Artwork…  

by Robyn Ryan

   Artist in Residence Adventure ~ The Artwork…   This post is intended to record all of the artwork I produced during the actual Residency from 1 – 30 November, 2022 during my Artist Residency at Bandelier National Monument.  I have categorized all of the...

Destination Bandelier ~ Trip Preparations ~ Part 2 “WHAT TO ORDER, TO SHIP, & TO CHECK…”

by Robyn Ryan

Destination Bandelier ~ Trip Preparations ~ Part 2 “WHAT TO ORDER, TO SHIP, & TO CHECK…”   Welcome to Part Two of my TRIP preparations story for the month long Artist Residency at Bandelier National Monument only a three weeks away!  If...

What is SO special about THIS Acrylic Layers Process?

by Robyn Ryan

What is SO special about THIS Acrylic Layers Process? What is so special about THIS Acrylic Layers process I’ve developed and why are artist’s of all levels enjoying using it?  Is it the materials used? Is it the technique in application of the media?  Is...

My Red Foxes sighted at the “Scale” Exhibit!

by Robyn Ryan

Entering juried exhibits is one of many ways I like to expose new audiences to my artwork!  Entering a themed exhibit is uncommon for me so when Live an Artful Life Gallery of The Plains, VA put out the call for entries for their “Scale” exhibit, I was...

Why do I Love the Intensive Studies Seminar?

by Robyn Ryan

The Intensive Studies Seminar (ISS) has become an annual regenerative force for me as an artist as well as the art I create! Why do I travel so far away?  Why do I ship out so many materials?  Why stay away from my wonderful husband and home for such an extended...