Note from the Atelier July 11, 2026 Hi There Reader... This week's newsletter has a decidedly summery feel. Whether you're packing a suitcase, setting up your easel or simply enjoying a slower pace, I hope it inspires you to explore something new. You'll notice that three of this week's four featured destinations are right here in the United States. That wasn't by accident. While we often dream of European villages and faraway adventures, some of the world's most beautiful places are in our...
10 days ago • 2 min read
Note from the Atelier July 4, 2026 Hi There Reader... Happy Fourth of July! As I was thinking about this week's newsletter, it occurred to me that oftentimes, Artful Traveler is inspired by places far from home. We wander through European villages, visit museums in Paris and admire castles in Germany. But this week feels like the perfect time to celebrate the beauty waiting right here in our own backyard. This watercolor was part of last fall's Watercolor Calendar Challenge, where, for each...
17 days ago • 5 min read
Note from the Atelier June 27, 2026 Hi There Reader... I've spent much of this week in the studio experimenting with new (and old!) ideas. Funny how some techniques quietly find their way back into your toolbox, while other realizations seem to appear out of nowhere... even though they've probably been there all along. I hope this week's stories give you something to think about... and perhaps inspire you to look at your own creative journey a little differently. Happy exploring,...
24 days ago • 2 min read
Note from the Atelier June 20, 2026 Hi There Reader... This weekend marks the solstice, a day celebrated by cultures around the world for thousands of years. Here in the Northern Hemisphere, we welcome summer and our longest day of the year, while friends in the Southern Hemisphere mark the beginning of winter and their shortest day. No matter where you are, I hope you'll take a few moments to notice the light. Seasons change. So do we. Enjoy, Art or Craft? What's the difference between art...
about 1 month ago • 4 min read
Note from the Atelier Hi There Reader... As I was putting together this week's newsletter, I learned of the passing of David Hockney at age 88. Less than a year ago, I visited the Hockney print exhibition at the Grand Rapids Art Museum and was reminded of what a remarkable career he had. While many people immediately think of his California swimming pools, I've always been drawn to his bold use of color and admired his willingness to keep experimenting throughout his life and career. David...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Note from the Atelier Hi There Reader... Welcome to June! I can't believe summer is already here. This first June newsletter includes a look at the Metropolitan Opera's live broadcast of The Last Dream of Frida and Diego, along with a few destinations that are especially worth considering this month. Back in the studio, I've been keeping busy with several different projects. I'm continuing work on my America 250 linocut series while also spending quite a bit of time experimenting with collage...
about 2 months ago • 4 min read
Fans of Kelly Scott Fine Art also receive the Artful Insights Newsletter Note from the Atelier Hi There Reader... Turns out May has five Saturdays. I plan four weeks worth of newsletter content. What to do?! What to do?! I decided to put all four weeks of content into one newsletter and distribute it - kind of a bonus in case you missed a week (not really a bonus, I get it...). But WOW!! This is A LOT of content!! This newsletter is HUGE! Perhaps I should think of it as the perfect amount as...
about 2 months ago • 14 min read
Note from the Atelier Hi There Reader... Back again for week two…told you we were doing this more often. This one’s a mix of where to go and what to read, with a small new addition you’ll start to notice along the way. Cheers, Girl with a Pearl Earring by Tracy Chevalier Artful Rating: 4 Brushstrokes 🎨🎨🎨🎨 I finally picked up Girl with a Pearl Earring by Tracy Chevalier - a book that had been sitting on my “want to read” list for years. It completely pulled me in from the very first page. It’s...
2 months ago • 3 min read
Note from the Atelier Hi There Reader... Happy Spring. There’s something about this time of year that makes everything feel a little lighter, a little more possible, a little more exciting. One thing that's exciting for me is the change we just made to Artful Traveler to make it easier and more flexible for you to explore along with us. You can now take a peek behind the curtain without embarking on the full journey. You can also explore a single destination (or many destinations) when the...
4 months ago • 8 min read