Artist Mindset

The mindset of an artist should be free and confident. Here you will find quotes, art inspired by artists and the lessons learned from encouraging others to express their creativity and nourish the spirit of boundless curiosity.

  • Yellow & Pink Flower Botanical Leaves

    In the spirit of painting your heart out I am going to share a painting that had me using various tools. I have been thinking about my abstract flower paintings as gardens that I could walk through. The pops of… Continue reading

  • Lemons, Summer Days and Daisies

    Have you finished painting and then notice how beautiful the color is in your water cup is? I have been doing that lately. I’ve also been painting with yellow and pink. These colors feel like summer days! The title of… Continue reading

  • Artist Quote About Taking Deep Breaths

    Take a moment to breathe and gather your thoughts wherever you can. -Morgan Harper Nichols Oh, I wish I had read this quote before I painted. Here’s what happened. I mixed a lovely bright pistachio green. Yes, I referenced my… Continue reading

    Artist Quote About Taking Deep Breaths
  • Overcoming Fear In Your Art

    My summer has officially begun. I want to set the tone for my summer projects. I want to face fear so I can be free to make the art I’ve always dreamed I could. I have. I am. Let me… Continue reading

  • Painting Brings Me Joy

    One simple thing I do is paint! I paint abstract flowers. I paint to relax. When I am tired I paint. When flowers say paint me! I paint them. I paint when I think about my day or the days… Continue reading

    Painting Brings Me Joy
  • I Am Good At Art

    I don’t realize it until someone comments on my work. Then I’ll reply, yes I can draw flowers. Continue reading