Scottish Rite Journal. May/June, 2022. Chips from the Quarry. Art by Travis Simpkins

Scottish Rite Journal. May/June, 2022. Chips from the Quarry. Art by Travis Simpkins

The latest issue of the Scottish Rite Journal (May/June, 2022) was just published.
My regular contribution of “Chips from the Quarry” is on page 16. This one focuses on Masons and the Korean War.

Read the full issue here:

Scottish Rite Journal May/June 2022

The Northern Light. Summer, 2022. Scottish Rite, NMJ. Art by Travis Simpkins

The Northern Light. Summer, 2022. Scottish Rite, NMJ. Art by Travis Simpkins

The latest issue of The Northern Light, the magazine of the Scottish Rite NMJ, was just published. 

My work is featured on pages 10 and 11. Page 10 has the NMJ memorial portraits I made of William Holland, 33° and Stephen Whittaker, 33°. Page 11 is assigned to the SJ and notes my work for "Chips from the Quarry." The Wizard of Oz project required a lot of effort all around, so I'm glad to see that one getting some extra mileage here.

Read the full issue here:

issuu.com/thenorthernlight-summer_2022

Scottish Rite Journal. March, 2022. The Wizard of Oz. Chips from the Quarry. Art by Travis Simpkins

Scottish Rite Journal. March, 2022. The Wizard of Oz. Chips from the Quarry. Art by Travis Simpkins

The latest issue of the Scottish Rite Journal (March/April, 2022) was just published.
My regular contribution of “Chips from the Quarry” is on page 16. This one focuses on The Wizard of Oz.

Read the full issue here:

Scottish Rite Journal - March/April, 2022

The Northern Light. Spring, 2022. Magazine. Scottish Rite, NMJ. Art by Travis Simpkins

The Northern Light. Spring, 2022. Magazine. Scottish Rite, NMJ. Art by Travis Simpkins 

The latest issue of The Northern Light, the magazine of the Scottish Rite NMJ, was just published.
My work is featured on pages 10 and 11. Page 10 has the NMJ memorial portraits I made of Thomas W. Jackson, 33° and Elmer Hall Palmer, 33°. Page 11 is assigned to the SJ and it notes my being hired on as the Artist for the Scottish Rite Journal, a position I took on beginning last summer.

Read the full issue here:

The Northern Light - Spring, 2022

Magazines of the Valleys of Dayton and Columbus. Chips from the Quarry. Scottish Rite Journal. Art by Travis Simpkins

Magazines of the Valleys of Dayton and Columbus. Chips from the Quarry. Scottish Rite Journal. Art by Travis Simpkins

Thanks to the Valley of Dayton and the Valley of Columbus for choosing to run "Chips from the Quarry" in their magazines. I just received copies of the latest publications from both Valleys. I heard from my Editor at the Scottish Rite Journal today and he said a Masonic publication in England has opted to run the column as well. Gaining momentum.

General Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons International. Thomas Smith Webb. Portrait by Travis Simpkins

General Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons International. Thomas Smith Webb. Portrait by Travis Simpkins

Thanks to the General Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons International for including my portrait of Thomas Smith Webb in their February, 2022 newsletter.

For more info, please visit:

ggcrami.org

Scottish Rite Journal. Memorial to Michael D. Smith, 33° by SGC James D. Cole, 33°. Portrait by Travis Simpkins

Scottish Rite Journal. Memorial to Michael D. Smith, 33° by SGC James D. Cole, 33°. Portrait by Travis Simpkins

It is very nice to see that my portrait of Ill. Michael D. Smith, 33° is included with his Memorial, written by Sovereign Grand Commander James D. Cole, 33°. It appears on page 14 in the latest issue of the Scottish Rite Journal (Jan/Feb, 2022).

SRA76 Magazine. January, 2022. Grand Lodge of Scotland. Robert Burns. Cover Art by Travis Simpkins

SRA76 Magazine. January, 2022. Grand Lodge of Scotland. Robert Burns. Cover Art by Travis Simpkins

Hot off the press from Scotland...

Thanks to SRA76 magazine for including my portrait of Robert Burns on the cover of the January, 2022 issue.
SRA76 is a monthly Masonic e-magazine published by Brethren in the Jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Scotland.

Read the full issue here:

SRA76 January 2022

Scottish Rite Journal. January/February, 2022. Chips from the Quarry. Art by Travis Simpkins

Scottish Rite Journal. January/February, 2022. Chips from the Quarry. Art by Travis Simpkins

The latest issue of the Scottish Rite Journal (January/February, 2022) was just published.
My regular contribution of “Chips from the Quarry” is on page 16. This one focuses on Masons and the Golden Age of Radio.

Read the full issue here:

Scottish Rite Journal Jan/Feb 2022

Scottish Rite Journal. November/December, 2021. Interview with Travis Simpkins, 33°

Scottish Rite Journal. November/December, 2021. Interview with Travis Simpkins, 33°

In addition to my usual contribution of “Chips from the Quarry”, I was also asked to be interviewed in the current issue of the Scottish Rite Journal (November/December, 2021). The interview is featured on pages 26-27.

Thanks to Maynard Edwards, 32°, KCCH for the thoughtful questions and for putting it all together.

Read the full issue here:

Scottish Rite Journal Nov/Dec, 2021

 

Scottish Rite Journal. November/December, 2021. Chips from the Quarry. Art by Travis Simpkins

Scottish Rite Journal. November/December, 2021. Chips from the Quarry. Art by Travis Simpkins

The latest issue of the Scottish Rite Journal (November/December, 2021) was just published. My regular contribution of “Chips from the Quarry” is on page 16. This one is, of course, Holiday-themed and focuses on Christmas Songs and Masons.

There is also an interview with me on pages 26-27.

The cover features a great photo of Sovereign Grand Commander Jim Cole, 33° at the SJ’s 2021 Biennial Session.

Read the full issue here:

Scottish Rite Journal Nov/Dec, 2021

Scottish Rite Journal. Sept/Oct 2021. Supreme Council, 33°, SJ. Chips from the Quarry. Art by Travis Simpkins

Scottish Rite Journal. Sept/Oct 2021. Supreme Council, 33°, SJ. Chips from the Quarry. Art by Travis Simpkins

The latest issue of the Scottish Rite Journal (September/October, 2021) was just published.

My regular contribution of “Chips from the Quarry” is on page 16. This one focuses on Bestselling authors and Freemasonry. The text was written by S. Brent Morris, 33°, GC.

This issue is also my first byline as a 33° (cool to see it in print)

Read the full issue here:

Scottish Rite Journal Sept/Oct 2021

The Science of the Kabbalah. Lazare Lenain. Translated by Piers Vaughan. Portrait by Travis Simpkins

The Science of the Kabbalah. Lazare Lenain. Translated by Piers Vaughan. Portrait by Travis Simpkins

My author portrait of Piers A. Vaughan, 33° is featured on the back cover of his translation of The Science of the Kabbalah by Lazare Lenain. It is published by Rose Circle Books. The text focuses on the three Geniuses which hold power over various aspects of one's life (the Elemental, the Astrological and the Divine). Supplemental material has been added by the translator to aide in putting that information to practical use. As with his earlier esoteric books related to Martinism, Piers Vaughan has done a great service in translating and publishing this rare work.

Visit Rose Circle Books here:

rosecirclebooks.com

Purchase the book here:

Maryland Masonic Research Society. Festive Board in Honor of S. Brent Morris, PhD, 33°, GC. Portrait by Travis Simpkins

Maryland Masonic Research Society. Festive Board in Honor of S. Brent Morris,  PhD, 33°, GC. Portrait by Travis Simpkins

Earlier this month, the Maryland Masonic Research Society held a Festive Board in honor of S. Brent Morris, 33°, GC.

It was cool to see that they included my portrait of him on the cover of the program.

Martinezism, Willermozism, Martinism and Freemasonry. Papus. Translated by Piers Vaughan. Portrait by Travis Simpkins

Martinezism, Willermozism, Martinism and Freemasonry. Papus. Gerard Encausse. Translated by Piers Vaughan. Portrait by Travis Simpkins

 My author portrait of Piers A. Vaughan, 33° is featured on the back cover of his translation of Martinezism, Willermozism, Martinism and Freemasonry by Papus (Gerard Encausse). The book is published by Rose Circle Books. Piers Vaughan has done a great service, not only in translating this important work by Papus, but also by posting a digital version of it for free reading on his website. There is a paperback version available on Amazon as well, for those who'd like to own a print copy.

Read the digital version here:

rosecirclebooks.com/Papus-on-Martinism-FREE.pdf

or order a printed copy here:

The Northern Light. Scottish Rite, NMJ. August, 2021. Magazine. Art by Travis Simpkins

The Northern Light. Scottish Rite, NMJ. August, 2021. Magazine. Art by Travis Simpkins

The latest issue of The Northern Light (August, 2021) was just published. Available online and in mailboxes soon. Great content, as usual. My artwork appears in two different sections: memorial portraits and an article about the Pioneer’s Club (Children’s Dyslexia Centers) in New Jersey. Thanks to P.J. Roup and the editorial staff. It’s always cool to see my work in the pages of the quarterly publication of the Scottish Rite, NMJ.

Read the issue online here:

issuu.com/thenorthernlight-magazine/august_2021

Freemasonry on the Frontier. Quatuor Coronati Lodge No. 2076. Portrait of Rob Morris. by Travis Simpkins

Freemasonry on the Frontier. Quatuor Coronati Lodge No. 2076. Portrait of Rob Morris. by Travis Simpkins

Thanks to Quatuor Coronati Lodge No. 2076 for including my portrait of Dr. Rob Morris in the new book Freemasonry on the Frontier, comprised of the published papers from the 2020 QCCC Conference. My artwork appears in Mike Kearsley’s essay, “Rob Morris and the Conservator Movement on the Development of Masonic Ritual in the United States.”

The book also contains, amongst others, great work by S. Brent Morris, 33°, GC and two members of the Scottish Rite, NMJ staff (Hilary Stelling and Jeffrey Croteau).

The book can be ordered from Lewis Masonic here:

lewismasonic.co.uk/freemasonry-on-the-frontier.htm

or 

United States orders can be made from Macoy here:

macoy.com/Masonic-Bible-Masonic-Books/Lewis-Masonic-Books/Freemasonry-on-the-Frontier

Connecticut Freemasons magazine. Grand Lodge of Connecticut. Portrait of M.W. William L. Greene. by Travis Simpkins

Connecticut Freemasons magazine. Grand Lodge of Connecticut. Portrait of M.W. William L. Greene. by Travis Simpkins

I’m pleased to see that the current issue of the Connecticut Freemasons magazine (July/August 2021) includes a note about the presentation of my portrait of M.W. William L. Greene, Past Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Connecticut.

Read the full July/August 2021 issue here:

ctfreemasons.net/LatestIssue.pdf

Travis Simpkins Joins Scottish Rite Journal as Artist for "Chips from the Quarry"

Scottish Rite Journal. July/August 2021. Chips from the Quarry. Art by Travis Simpkins

     Earlier this year, S. Brent Morris, 33°, GC offered me a regular spot in the Scottish Rite Journal, taking over the long-running “Chips from the Quarry” feature in the magazine (the previous artist, a Brother from Canada, has retired). The first issue to include my artwork (July/August 2021) was just published. Each “Chips from the Quarry” feature will have a different theme, this one is about Clergymen who were Masons.

     It’s always a pleasure to help out and work with my friends in the Southern Jurisdiction. I have enjoyed the SJ’s various publications since becoming a Mason. I’ve contributed artwork to the Scottish Rite Research Society’s periodicals and the newly revived Masonic Book Club. It will be a fun adventure to be involved with the Scottish Rite Journal as well.

Read the July/August 2021 issue here:

Scottish Rite Journal July/August 2021

David A. Glattly, 33° Inducted into DeMolay International Hall of Fame

David A. Glattly, 33° Inducted into DeMolay International Hall of Fame. Portrait by Travis Simpkins

I watched the livestream from the DeMolay International session tonight and had the pleasure of seeing Sovereign Grand Commander David A. Glattly, 33° inducted into the DeMolay Hall of Fame.

Dave has been a kind friend and an important part of my Masonic journey. It was wonderful to be able to see him receive this great honor, albeit remotely. Congratulations, Commander!

It meant a lot for me to see my portrait of Ill. Bro. David Glattly on the screen during the induction.

For more info, please visit:

scottishritenmj.org

and

demolay.org