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As I get older, like any human being, my parts start to wear out. I've been plagued by painful feet because of the neuropathy caused by chemo for a few…

Polo Series

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Post published:January 4, 2019
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How do you decide to choose a new subject matter when you embark on a new painting or drawing? Do you draw what you love, or what you are most curious about?

2019 – My Year of Ambiguity

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Post published:January 2, 2019
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"The Rock" 15x11, © Janice Tanton 2019. Pencil on Arches 140 lb HP. Like all beginnings and endings, the start of a new calendar year generally marks a point of…

Drawing – Knowing Your Subject

Post Author:Janice Tanton
Post published:December 17, 2018
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"Holleigh & Hannah" © Janice Tanton 2018. Pencil on 140 lb Arches, hot press. 30"x22. "Knowing your subject makes all the difference to the final drawing." - Janice Tanton It…

Hiatus Over…

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Post published:December 2, 2018
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" I’m very selective with whom I give my energy to. I prefer to reserve my time, energy and soul exclusively to those who reflect love." Janice Tanton Artist Moving…

Hiatus and Burnout

Post Author:Janice Tanton
Post published:February 13, 2018
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Like any other profession, the artist can suffer from burnout. I’ve been working hard for 18 months in a self-directed residency at the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity since…