Ridglea Theater, Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth
It is rewarding to rise early on Sunday morning, enter the studio, and complete a large painting that has been in progress for a few weeks. This is a 28 x 22″ composition of the historic Ridglea Theater on Camp Bowie Blvd. in west Fort Worth. It is undergoing renovation now as the new owner wants to obtain historical status for this magnificent structure.
I didn’t move to Texas until 1977, so I have no early “vintage” experiences with this venue. However, I am proud that I viewed Casa Blanca here on its 50th anniversary. I also saw my first Coen brothers film here, Miller’s Crossing, and though I knew absolutely nothing about the Coen brothers at that time, I knew I had seen a film that was remarkably different from any genre I had viewed before. I also saw A River Runs Through It at this venue. So, I have some terrific memories filled with gratitude involving this theater.
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Recollections 54 The Art of David Tripp 
March 18, 2012 at 10:42 am |
I love following your watercolor painting at they progress along. I also enjoy the nostalgia notes that bring back my own memories that are buried deep in the recesses of my mind. Especially the one of the service station and the bell that would ding when the car ran over it!!! What memories! Keep up the great work!
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March 18, 2012 at 12:17 pm |
Thank you so much! I love re-telling these stories from my own past memories, and am thrilled every time someone reading these blogs recalls those same experiences. Thanks for the encouragement.
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March 17, 2021 at 7:29 pm |
I’d like to buy a print of this. I worked at the Ridglea in the 80’s, and this watercolor brings me so much joy. Is that something you do?
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March 17, 2021 at 7:06 pm |
I have a limited edition giclee print available if you are interested. I could send you the dimensions and price.
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March 18, 2021 at 10:30 am
Yes, I am interested.
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March 18, 2021 at 10:51 am |
Great! I’m in my gallery in Palestine for the rest of the week. The print is at my home studio 2 hours away. I won’t be back till Sunday. The print measures approximately 22″h x 17.5″w. It sells for $70. Shipping is $10 extra if I can’t deliver in person.
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March 18, 2021 at 1:35 pm |
That’s awesome. I’m in the Austin area. No concerns with paying for shipping. If you can email me at GreatCaesersGhost@yahoo.com, I’ll get you my address and coordinate payment.
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March 18, 2021 at 1:36 pm |
Thank you. I’ll reach out Sunday when I’m home.
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