In-Residence Magazine | Celebrating the Visual Arts Community

SHOW YOUR COLOURS

The Forbes pigment collection's value for the art community.

Shaun Temple is pushing back against colour 'hoarding'.

Nanotechnology and the future of pigment development.

2 years ago, Joséphine-Éléonore-Marie-Pauline graced the front cover of In-Residence’s first publication. Since that time, our zine has grown into a full-colour magazine. We thought it only fitting that Princess de Broglie help us celebrate this moment, once again.

Featured: Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres. (1851–53). Princesse de Broglie

| Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres (1851–53). Joséphine-Éléonore-Marie-Pauline de Galard de Brassac de Béarn (1825–1860), Princesse de Broglie

Old Friends, New Style.

Two years ago, In-Residence was a little art zine, screen printed, monotone, and often missing pages. We had a loyal following of readers who found us through neighborhood art fairs but were otherwise unknown. This magazine, in many ways, is like a developing artist; we had a starting point, a place where passion intersected with education (or lack thereof), and then where education led to the odd outburst of passionate rage (Volume 3, Issue 2, if you are curious). Where we came from, that love for sharing stories within the art community - sharing your work with other artists, is where we are always heading. As we grow, we share more, bridging gaps between this community and the patrons who support it. Most importantly, we have a bigger budget (and page spread) to celebrate more art! To commemorate this big leap, in this first issue, we’re talking all thing colour since we finally have the budget for such a luxury. Thank you for being here. The magazine might look more professional, but you will still find our team cramming into those basement art fairs in Kensington Market, where you bumped into us just a few years back.

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In-Residence

Volume 03, Issue 01, July 2023

Publisher: Jennifer Sutherland

Editor: Jennifer Sutherland

Creative Director: Jennifer Sutherland

Contributors

Katie Kujala: Digital Imaging, Harvard Art Museum

Caitlin Cunningham: Photographer Harvard Art Museum

National Gallery of Art

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Antoni Shkraba: Photographer

Karolina Grabowska: Photographer

Rian Ardiansyah: Photographer

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This Month:

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Conserving Chroma

The Forbes pigment collection and the art it embodies.

By Dorothy Vance

18

Colour Mixing Studio

Nanotechnology is changing the way you combine pigments.

By Danilo Cherry

19

Bold Move

Artist Shaun Temple pushes back against colour hoarding.

By Cliff Daugherty

38

New Mediums

Curator Juliane Oriane’s new approach to the classics.

By Freida Powers

This grouping, cockwise from top left: Polina Tankilevitch; Taryn Elliott ; Ivan Samkov. All via pexels.com

By Emile Garrett

34 Colour Everywhere

These galleries don’t care for white walls, or walls at all.

By Stuart Greer

38 New

Curator Juliane Oriane’s new approach to the classics.

By Susan Arellano

40 Fairs and

This month's upcoming art shows.

By Daisy Michael

41 Art Prompts

Our monthly art challenge and last month’s winner.

By Ty Ingram

A colorful selection of samples from the Forbes Pigment Collection housed at the Straus Center for Conservation and Technical Studies, Harvard Art Museums. © President and Fellows of Harvard College.

Pigment Photo: Caitlin Cunningham Photography

Our monthly resident spotlight. Featuring modern sumi-e artist Marielle Hitomi's recent residency at The Strauss Gallery.

Photos by Antoni Shkraba, pexels.com

Written by Ian Lark

Copy in this article is generated for display purposes only. The copy was generate through artificial intelligence to act as placeholder content. All headlines, decks, subheadings and captions are the work of the magazines author. Sumi-e is an ink painting technique that emphasizes simplicity, harmony, and a deep appreciation of nature.

Do you feel your process has changed in the resident studio?

Yes, in all the best ways. My creative process begins with observing the natural world around me. I take in the sights, sounds, and smells of my surroundings and then distill those sensations into strokes of the brush.

What's next?

In Sumi-e, we typically use only black ink on white paper, which helps to emphasize the beauty of negative space. However, I incorporate colour in my paintings, usually to represent a specific element of nature.

Summer 2023 STEPS Artist-In-Residence Program

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July - August, 2023

Application Deadline: April 5, 2023

STEPS is a national residency program for emerging BIPOC artists. Gain skills, build relationships, and challenge systemic inequities in public spaces.

Conserving Chroma

The Forbes Pigment Collections' significance in art conservation and authentication.

Written by Bernhard Erling

Copy in this article is generated for display purposes only. The copy was generate through artificial intelligence to act as placeholder content. All headlines, decks, subheadings and captions are the work of the magazines author. The Forbes Pigment Collection, located at the Harvard Art Museums, is one of the world's most extensive collections of pigments, dyes, and other colorants. It was created by the entrepreneur and art collector Edward Waldo Forbes, who began collecting pigments in the early 20th century as a way to study the materials used in art and to help preserve the knowledge of traditional artistic practices.

Pigments then and now

Today, the Forbes Pigment Collection includes over 2,500 different pigments from around the world. Including natural pigments, derived from minerals, plants, and animals, as well as synthetic pigments created in laboratories.

Pigment, a forensic treasure

The collection is an invaluable resource for researchers, artists, conservators, and art historians, providing insight into the history of art, science, and culture. The pigments and dyes in the collection are used for a variety of purposes, including scientific analysis, conservation treatments, and artistic experimentation.

One of the most interesting aspects of the Forbes Pigment Collection is the way in which it illuminates the history of color and the role that pigments have played in human culture. For example, the collection includes a range of pigments used by ancient Egyptians, such as Egyptian blue, which was created by heating copper, silica, and calcium together. Egyptian blue was used in wall paintings, sculpture, and jewelry and was highly prized for its bright blue color.

Another important pigment in the Forbes collection is madder, a red dye that has been

The Forbes Pigment Collection at The Harvard Arts museum is invaluable for researchers, artists, conservators, and art historians. This unique collection of over 2,500 different pigments provides insight into the history of art, science, and culture.

Right: Botticelli, Sando, The Virgin and Child (1490) featuring genuine ultramarine pigment.

Left: Ultramarine sample, mined from apis lazuli and minerals found mainly in Afghanistan.

used since ancient times. Madder was highly valued in medieval Europe for its rich red color, and it was used to dye everything from textiles to paintings. The Forbes collection includes a range of madder pigments, from the raw plant material to the processed dye.

Pigments that poisoned

The Forbes Pigment Collection is also important for its scientific value. The pigments in the collection are studied by scientists and art historians to better understand the materials used in art and to develop new conservation techniques. For example, the collection includes samples of lead white, a pigment that was widely used in European painting until the 19th century. However, lead white is now known to be highly toxic, and conservators must take special precautions when handling artworks that contain this pigment.

"The scientific analysis of pigments adds greatly to our understanding of art history. Van Gogh's mental illness can be linked directly to lead poisoning from his paints."

In addition to its scientific and historical importance, it is also a valuable resource for contemporary artists. Many artists today are interested in exploring traditional materials and techniques, and the Forbes collection provides a wealth of information about the pigments and colorants used by artists throughout history. Artists can use the collection to experiment with new materials and to create artworks that are inspired by the colors and textures of the past.

Forbes Facts

2,700 PIGMENTS in the collection

1,000 MINERALS and support objects

Pigment safety for todays artist

The Forbes Pigment Collection is also significant because it represents the vision and dedication of Edward Waldo Forbes, who recognized the importance of preserving traditional artistic practices and materials. Forbes was a renowned art historian and museum director who believed that art and culture were essential to human life. He began collecting pigments as a way to better understand the materials used in art and to promote the study of traditional artistic techniques.

The Forbes Pigment Collection at the Harvard Art Museums is a remarkable collection of pigments that has important scientific, historical, and cultural significance. It provides a unique window into the history of color and the role that pigments have played in human culture.

Top: Van Gogh, Vincent. Self Portrait (dedicated to Paul Gauguin),(1888). Bottom: Emerald pigment sample used in Van Gogh 's painting.

emeraldgreen: Manufactured by Fezandie & Sperrle, Emerald Green, Harvard Art Museums/Straus Center for Conservation and Technical Studies, Forbes Pigment Collection, Photo ©President and Fellows of Harvard College, Straus.75

Self-Portrait Dedicated to Paul Gauguin (Vincent van Gogh) , 1951.65,” Harvard Art Museums collections online, Mar 03, 2023, https://hvrd.art/o/299843

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Studio Tour

Botanical artist Dannie Carson invites us into her home studio to learn about her daily drawing practice and must-have supplies.

Sharing her space might be new territory, but Dannie Carson is no stranger to sharing her artwork. Dannie's floral illustrations can be found on Fresh cosmetic products all over North America, and she's about to have her first solo show this fall.

Dannie's home studio is a large rustic space where she spends most of her day drawing. "The space is nice to have, but the supplies are more important. I use Faber Castell coloured pencils for all of my work, I have a really big collection! Faber Castell coloured pencils blend really well and buildup gradually, perfect for fine details. All of my pencils come from Aaronbrothers Art & Framing - I order huge shipments a few times a year. I like to keep a large supply of each coloured pencil. The extra pencils saves time in the my work; I'll switch to a fresh pencil instead of stopping to sharpen them. Once a week I have to sharpen all the dull pencils, it takes time, but it saves a lot of time when I'm in the middle of a project.

I really appreciate that Aaronbrothers offers fragile-care shipping. Pencils are very delicate, the lead can break easily with hard impact. Aaronbrothers ships each order with special air bubble packaging that ensures my pencils show up undamaged. It's the little details that make them special."

Check Out Floral Muse

Dannie Carson's Solo Exhibition

November 1-15, 2023

Harthouse Gallery

Kleinburg, Ontario, Canada Harthouse.ca

Artist photos by Jonathan Borbam, Pexels.com

By Megan Robertson

Photo 145098551, Pencil Crayons Store © Steve Ford, Dreamstime.com

"I've never had an interview in my studio, this is so exciting!"

Out of Office

Artist and mural painter Valerie Romilly's go-to supply rules for travel.

It shouldn't come as a surprise that Valerie Romilly puts quality over all else, whether she's working on an oil painting or a street mural. "Artists are always surprised to find out that street murals require as much thought and care regarding supplies as fine art projects do. In fact, many times more. It's all about quality and care. Outdoor projects are exposed to the elements and the work requires supplies to be stable in a variety of conditions."

Valerie's Tips for Traveling with Paint: Start with your source

I work with Aaronborthers for all of my paints. The team at Aaronbrothers knows their products well. Not only are they knowledgeable, but they take the best care when storing supplies, ensuring my paints are always in proper working order.

Buy before you fly

This is important. Sometimes your location isn't ideal for accessing quality supplies and brands don't always mix well. Showing up with paints that are guaranteed to be in good conditions is the best approach.

Talk to an expert

If you are new to mural art, talk to your local art supplier and get their feedback about the project and the conditions you will be working in. The staff at Aaronbrothers know their products inside and out. I trust them to give me sound advice about what paint will work on-site, every time.

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"It's all about quality & care."