Monday Thoughts: Naim Byrd Inside the walls of One River School, we talk about creating the next generation of great artists. Let me introduce you to Naim Byrd. Naim is from Englewood and has been with us for three years. At 17 years old, Naim has amazing drawing skills…

Not sure if I can say anything about Prince that hasn’t been said before, but I thought I would add a little something since reflecting on artists is at the core of Monday Thoughts. And, Lord knows Prince was the artist’s artist! When you play like Hendrix, write like Lennon and…

At One River School we teach in a compelling way that sets kids on the right track and gives adults a fresh approach to growing their skills. We could never be great without presenting world-class art right here in our space. It shows our community what is current, what is…

This Friday was one of the most successful days since we have opened One River School of Art + Design. We recently received some great press about the work we are doing but nothing replaces the feeling we get when we share our student work with the public. Friday was…

After 15 seasons, American Idol will fade into the sunset after the current winner is selected. The success of American Idol is undeniable…for many years it was the number one rated show on television and has played a role in helping almost 350 young singers jump start their careers.  …

Last Friday I had the pleasure to visit with Katherine Bradford in her Williamsburg studio. In a world of artwork that often looks the same, funneled through MFA programs that create certain types of outcomes, Katherine is an American original who embodies everything I love about art and artists. Her…

Every year between Christmas and New Years Eve, my son Jason and I spend a couple of days in NYC. We pack in two days of seeing as much as we can and this year we hit the Rubin Museum.Besides really enjoying their unique presentation on Asian Art and culture,…

  Most of the time when people think about digital art, they simply think about photography or perhaps video. But, there is a whole new world of digital art that is being created by some of the brightest people in the world. They are pushing the digital boundaries in ways…

  Music and art are linked…bound in my heart & soul.  When David Bowie died, it triggered some reflection for me as a fan, a consumer of art and as an educator. I wrote about David a few weeks ago but this weekend I had a chance to revisit some…

I remember when I was 8 years old, there were no living former US Presidents. When LBJ left office in 73 and died shortly thereafter, we returned to this state and I think it contributed greatly to my pure reverence for the role of President of the United States of…