J Susan Aitken
Time is Ticking
As if you needed reminding that Christmas is just around the corner! Nah, you have time for the Christmas stuff - Thanksgiving isn't even...
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JS AITKEN
J Susan Aitken
- Aug 4, 2019
Aitken Art Joins the Bard
Why, yes! My art is in esteemed company. In the month of August, while my latest art exhibit is on display, the Michigan Shakespeare...
J Susan Aitken
- Jun 29, 2019
New Piece in Progress
I am finally getting around to sharing some recent work with you! The oil painting at the right is one of my newest pieces. The painting...
J Susan Aitken
- Jun 7, 2019
An Exhibit to See!
The bright greens and temperatures in the 70's gives evidence that Michigan can finally say that spring has sprung! And with spring, the...
J Susan Aitken
- Apr 12, 2019
Arts for the Spirit
Arts for the Spirit is a program of rotating art exhibitions that has been implemented in the Beaumont Hospitals in Southeast Michigan....
J Susan Aitken
- Mar 27, 2019
Solo Show Wrap-Up
As you are reading this, Fusion of Light & Color: A Stained Glass Inspiration is being dismantled and boxed up! It was displayed...
J Susan Aitken
- Feb 10, 2019
Window of my Studio
What is your preferred atmosphere to work in? I love being in and painting in my studio. It's not large or fancy, but I have everything I...
J Susan Aitken
- Jan 30, 2019
Creation Inspires Creation
Snow is piled up outside and the wind bites at our cheeks, but inside my studio I experience the best of two worlds. It's warm and cozy...
J Susan Aitken
- Jan 12, 2019
Artful Resolution
If you are one of those who makes New Year's resolutions, I have a great one for you to add to your list! Most adults would probably...
J Susan Aitken
- Dec 17, 2018
It's Gingerbread Time Again!
It is definitely that time again - time to drag out the sketchbook, graph paper, ruler, gingerbread dough, oven mitts, frosting tips -...
J Susan Aitken
- Nov 12, 2018
Lilies in Livonia
October and November have been surprisingly busy for me in the art arena! In addition to the Canton Fine Arts Exhibit and the Coffee Bean...
J Susan Aitken
- Sep 24, 2018
Evolution of a Triptych
I began this project several months ago with an April deadline in mind; that time frame came and went, but sure enough, another deadline...
J Susan Aitken
- Jul 12, 2018
Ann Arbor Countdown
Busy, busy, busy!! Or should I say I've been fairly busy? I have been working hard to prepare for the second art fair of my career, which...
J Susan Aitken
- Jun 11, 2018
Artwork in Spring Exhibit
Check it out! I'm happy to report that both Dragoyle: Aniticipation and Kittygoyle: Study in Self-Control were juried into the Visual...
J Susan Aitken
- May 24, 2018
Charleston Adventure
My Charleston adventure has begun! As planned, the Flex was stuffed to the hilt complete with carrier on top. I found a My First Art Fair...
J Susan Aitken
- May 18, 2018
Aitken Art Goes to Charleston
JS Aitken blogs about preparing for first art festival - the Charleston-Mt. Pleasant Art Festival and posts her new oil painting "Jasmi
J Susan Aitken
- May 9, 2018
Kittygoyle as Promised
Kittygoyle: Study in Self-Control (18x24" oil on canvas) is ready to be seen, as promised last week. This is part of a "gargoyle" series,...
J Susan Aitken
- May 4, 2018
Art Hits the Streets
Oh yes! It's time! Aitken art is indeed leaving the studio and hitting the streets. The tent I purchased in December is now going to be...
J Susan Aitken
- May 3, 2018
Gargoyle Fun
Susan Aitken is creating a series of stained glass style oil paintings with gargoyles. Read more about gargoyles and her new work!
J Susan Aitken
- Apr 6, 2018
Joyful Painting
Happy Friday everyone! I was out of town this past week, visiting parents in New Jersey, and was able to put the final touches on two...
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