The Artist's Journal
Read Miriam's thoughts, insight, and reflections on her work, art, and experiences.
Meet a major influence on Miriam’s art
With Mother’s Day fast approaching, we thought we should introduce Miriam’s mother, Ellen Maddox Jackson, and her impact on Miriam’s art. Ellen (b. 1904) was
What do Miriam, Mark Rothko, and Willem de Kooning have in common?
It’s “Teacher Tuesday” — a day we’ve totally made up to explore the art teachers and influences throughout Miriam’s career. Let’s jump to 1955— specifically
Portrait Painting with an American Legend
Jerry Farnsworth (1895 – 1983) was one of the most renowned portrait and figure painters in America. In the 1930s, his commissions included covers for
Views from Holy Week
A central theme of Miriam’s art is her faith in God. This week, many Christians around the world celebrate “Holy Week” or the days leading
Seeing past the current events in Ukraine to a future of forgiveness
The events of the last few weeks in Ukraine have caused us to pause writing this newsletter several times, not knowing what to say, as
Art Materials: On Paper
I have been asked what type of paper I use for pastels. Over the years I’ve tried many different types of paper but these are
Art Influences: Edouard Manet
People have asked which artists inspired my work the most. Having painted for over 60 years, the people you most admire and are influenced by
Reflections: The Farnsworth School of Art
I learned more about painting at the Farnsworth’s School of Art in Sarasota, Florida. I was down there about six months. Jerry Farnsworth was a
Reflections: Art Workshops
Workshops around the country significantly influenced my art along with museums. Workshops, if one stayed a week or two, were a holiday—a time to meet
