Author Archives: pjbtx

“Don’t Waste Your Time” and Other Pearls of Academic Wisdom

September 13, 2012 – 11:09 am

Peter J. Blackburn invites you to come and eavesdrop on a short conversation reflecting a sad state of affairs in art academia.

A nice gum paper from an unexpected source!

June 2, 2012 – 9:53 pm

Writer and photography / Peter J. Blackburn Peter J. Blackburn gives a quick evaluation of an inexpensive art paper found at your local “big box” retailer! Will wonders never cease? A few weeks ago as I made a quick foray into my nearby Walmart, I chanced to wander by the rather quaint art supply section [...]

Putting the Prolegomenon to Bed

March 16, 2012 – 7:50 pm

Peter J. Blackburn draws the shade with a few closing remarks and extends a personal invitation to you.

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A Prolegomenon for Gum Printers and Other Visual Alchemists: Trying to See What You See in Fringe

February 20, 2012 – 1:12 pm

Join the discussion as Peter wraps up the series by fighting a border skirmish. Better wear a helmet.

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A Prolegomenon for Gum Printers and Other Visual Alchemists: Last Call for Radicals, Rebels, and Revolutionaries

January 26, 2012 – 9:37 am

Peter J. Blackburn reveals that stimulating nine letter word for art and offers a frank discussion as to the implications it evokes.

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A Prolegomenon for Gum Printers and Other Visual Alchemists: Criticism from a Canine Perspective.

January 4, 2012 – 3:53 pm

Join the discussion with Peter J. Blackburn as he chews on the bone of criticism!

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A Prolegomenon for Gum Printers and Other Visual Alchemists: I Gum, But I Don’t iGum

November 30, 2011 – 10:07 am

Peter J. Blackburn discusses the concept of sincerity in our work especially as it relates to modern technology.

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A Prolegomenon for Gum Printers and Other Visual Alchemists: Suddenly Vertigo

October 14, 2011 – 10:28 am

Peter J. Blackburn discusses the ongoing personal challenges some artists experience throughout the course of their career. This essay is part two of a continuing series. Your responses are appreciated!