Leigh Cohn
I Sold My First Painting!
Having given away more than 300 paintings for free or as donations to nonprofits, I unexpectedly accepted a commission. This project not only inspired me to work on a 12-foot composition based on a Claude Monet masterpiece, but it also helped to establish a valuation range for people who already have my paintings. Let me tell you about what happened…
Read MoreWhirlwind Giveaway & 150th Anniversary of Impressionism
I taught “Impressionist Painting for Beginners” and had a two-month solo exhibit with 25 paintings. In 2024, I’ll be hosting a series of events celebrating the 150th Anniversary of Impressionism.
Read MoreRevisiting Van Gogh
Inspired by the recent birth of my first grandson, I painted a triptych of a sunset behind his home in Tilburg, The Netherlands. Since my son moved there in 2016, I’d visited twice before; but, of course, this time the baby was the star attraction. Nevertheless, as usual, my visual senses were colored by thoughts…
Read MoreFundraiser Results & Reflections
Exceeded Expectations The goal of my 2022 “Painting with a Purpose” plan was to raise $10,000 for the Ocean Conservancy. When I announced the project, I explained how the idea came to me; and, here I’ll summarize the results. But first, THANK YOU again to everyone who supported this cause. The campaign focused on 300…
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