By Darla McCammon The impressionists by and large came out of France. Auguste Renoir is recognized as one of those artists who ushered in this mode of painting. See his “Spring Bouquet” to instantly recognize his talent. Renoir was born in 1841 to parents of modest income. The family moved to increase their financial opportunities …read more.

By DARLA MCCAMMON Lakeland Art Association WARSAW — We cannot let a series of “Spring Flowers by the Masters” go by without introducing you (tongue in cheek) to our most prolific spring flower: the dandelion. The dandelion is a flower loved by some, eaten in salad by many, and hated by most gardeners. Although some …read more.