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The Rigged System

by netGALAXY Studios | Jul 25, 2016 | Art Instruction, Fine Art, Motivational, World View

We talk a lot about the system being rigged and we propose this candidate or that one to “fix” it. But in reality, the fix is beyond any one individual’s control. I know of many in business, particularly in the arts business, who have been relegated...

The RM Theory

by netGALAXY Studios | Jul 21, 2016 | Art Instruction, Fine Art, Motivational, World View

When I was a young turk at Andover High School, in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, back in 1978, I was part of a band of brothers and sisters who happened to play music in the top rated HS orchestra and choir in the state. We were the nerds, the egg-heads, the sensitive...

My Higher Self

by netGALAXY Studios | Jul 14, 2016 | Art Instruction, Fine Art, Motivational, Portraiture, Theatre Related, Uncategorized, World View

Today I am grateful for the gift of recognition. I have worked hard over my 38 year career and been richly rewarded in what may seem to the outside world a very storied career. While the stories have not always been pretty or pleasant, I am no less grateful to those...

Quench Miracles

by netGALAXY Studios | Jun 23, 2016 | Art Instruction, Fine Art, Motivational, World View

For me to detail every miracle that has come out of The Quench Project would require I write another book. But I wanted to attempt to list the many ways God has blessed me and others throughout TQP and offer Him thanks and praise for being such a kind and generous...

Emperor’s New Clothes – Artfields 2016

by netGALAXY Studios | Jun 23, 2016 | Art Instruction, Fine Art, Motivational, Portraiture, World View

Cate and I had such a wonderful Artfields experience this year, as we do every year. I think what makes it such a great experience are the people and the inviting atmosphere. And yes, the really cool art. Since I was asked by the organizers to present my feedback and...

Why Have Your Portrait Painted?

by netGALAXY Studios | Jun 22, 2016 | Art Instruction, Motivational, Portraiture

As part of my marketing plan, years ago, I was trying to really understand why people have their portraits painted. I was clear on why I did portraits but not so clear on what was in it for my clients. I decided to create this Feature/Benefits/Value Analysis to...

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