Author Archives: Mary Beth Frezon

Miss Molly

Posted on September 16, 2020 by Mary Beth Frezon

Molly died last night, peacefully and at home. She’d gotten sick with something mysterious shortly after I did in early March. She didn’t get over the sneezes when I got better, but there were no answers for us other than … Continue reading →

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Addressing Your Colors

Posted on September 15, 2020 by Mary Beth Frezon

This is just a great quote by Robert Genn: For those of us who struggle with colour and painting every day, my current conclusion regarding this research is to be of two eyes. Your honest, truthful eye sees the colour, … Continue reading →

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September 11, 2020

Posted on September 11, 2020 by Mary Beth Frezon

Nineteen years have gone by and we still remember that beautiful September morning, blue skies and all the promise of back to school and autumn ahead. While I may repeat my post from year to year in memory of that … Continue reading →

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The Purpose of Art

Posted on September 7, 2020 by Mary Beth Frezon

The purpose of art is not the release of a momentary ejection of adrenaline but rather the gradual, lifelong construction of a state of wonder and serenity. — Glenn Gould

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An Invincible Summer

Posted on August 11, 2020 by Mary Beth Frezon

He said, “In the midst of hate, I found there was, within me, an invincible love. In the midst of tears, I found there was, within me, an invincible smile. In the midst of chaos, I found there was, within … Continue reading →

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