At first glance it may seem that Tasha’s illustrations were proof of her artistry. But Tasha’s artistry was inseparable from her daily living; the meals she made, the plants she chose, the fabrics she selected for the dresses she made. She instinctively curated her tea sets, her furniture, her greenhouse, her birds and even the quiet of her home. Tasha viewed the world through the all-seeing eyes of a child, no detail missed.
Some of you may feel that you are not an artist because you don’t make your living that way. Don’t be dissuaded. Honor the artist within you wherever it peeks out. Tasha lived the life that was in her heart, going against the grain to do so. Fans would write to her, expressing that they wished they lived like her. She’d write back, saying “Why don’t you?”
What a treasure she was. We know you agree. The Society set out to raise $12,500 this fall to continue to honor Tasha’s artistic and cultural legacy. We’re incredibly grateful that the wider Tasha community generously donated just over $16,000.
We welcome 52 new members who joined this fall. Many donors increased their giving beyond the basic membership level, enabling us to undertake projects above and beyond producing the Journal of the Tasha Tudor Society. Thank you!
The importance of celebrating Tasha’s life and legacy shows in the 269 gifts from 42 states across the US, plus Canada, Japan, Italy—and even Australia!
To all who contributed, our deepest gratitude—you are bringing Tasha’s inspiration to the world. Many of you give two, three, or more times per year—and for that, we’re extremely grateful.
If you’re a current member, look for the Fall/Winter issue of the Journal by month’s end – and thank you from the bottom of our hearts.