Author Archives: Jo Myers-Walker

Farewell, and greetings

Posted on June 3, 2013 by Jo Myers-Walker

A walk through the “bank,” from front to back, before greeting the next adventure:

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On the air

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Jo Myers-Walker

Recently I had the honor to be interviewed for the Local Talk program on KHOI Community Radio. The episode is about “Independent Artists” and also includes interviews with artists Gwen Foster and Valerie Williams. Update:  This program is no longer … Continue reading →

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Little flowers

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Jo Myers-Walker

One treasure going with me to my new location is this Little Flower Award I received from St. Theresa Catholic School after participating in their Social Justice Week earlier this year. It was such an honor it brought tears to … Continue reading →

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Clearing the way

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Jo Myers-Walker

Look, you can see the walls! We cleared the way not only for Tina’s new shop, but also my new life of art, travel, and teaching. My move was made possible through the combined efforts of family and friends, just … Continue reading →

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A new owner for the old bank

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Jo Myers-Walker

Update 2017: The little bank building has once again transformed, this time becoming “a casual coffee stop and eatery,” The Vault! (Link is to their Facebook page.) (Original post:) The “bank” building has changed hands, and I’m thrilled to be … Continue reading →

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Transformation celebration

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Jo Myers-Walker

Thank you to everyone who stopped by for the Transformation Sale! You can see exuberant faces in the photos, including new building owner Tina Rice. Tina has some exciting plans for the little Bank building, which I’ll tell you about … Continue reading →

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Trip to Maquoketa

Posted on April 19, 2013 by Jo Myers-Walker

At my recent watercolor workshop in Maquoketa, we practiced color mixing using chickens! Each practice chicken is a small experiment in how different combinations of colors mingle with each other on the paper. Selecting three colors to use in a … Continue reading →

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Transformation Sale at The Left Bank Studio (updated)

Posted on April 17, 2013 by Jo Myers-Walker

Update: The Transformation Sale is now past, and The Left Bank Studio will be closed after May 4, 2013 — but I plan to keep painting, exhibiting my artwork, teaching classes, and leading retreats after my move. You’ll still be able … Continue reading →

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The fountain in the conservatory

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Jo Myers-Walker

Painting by the fountain in the Hughes Conservatory at Reiman Gardens was a great prelude to Easter, enjoying the warmth and sunlight! We worked with the mirror effect and capturing water’s movement. Underpainting first, we then went back in and … Continue reading →

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Smell the flowers

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Jo Myers-Walker

Look what we’ve been doing at Reiman in the conservatory — smelling the flowers, and painting! Starting with a composition sketch on cardstock, and painting a 10-minute wet sketch before we paint “the big one.”

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