Artist Mindset

An expressive abstract flower artist shares the thoughts behind her paintings, and the lessons she learns when she teaches art to children.

  • Freedom of Expression

    My cold has moved onto a cough. When I think I’m getting better, it gets bad again. This week I did my best to paint daily. But it’s been a great art week. I painted a Drugs are Despicable Minion… Continue reading

  • My Artist Dreams

    I don’t take my art seriously. Part of me hopes I never do. I want to always paint with freedom. I want to always paint with the torch that lights up whenever I paint. I was watching Simone Biles on… Continue reading

  • 4 Lessons I’ve Learned As An Artist

    This week, my work was colorful. My copy of Show Your Work has arrived. I heard these words a lot. Your work is good. I can’t draw like that. You’re an artist. Yes, I am an artist. Do you hang… Continue reading

  • Be Bold Be You

    My hardest personal goal is to be me. I am an artist. I enjoy color and listening to the birds sing. This morning I was fascinated with flowing water along a curb. I like mixing colors. Blues are my favorite.… Continue reading

  • Hello Gorgeous, pink paper flower

    I haven’t been sharing my paper flowers for Wild About You. I’ve been having too much fun doing daily entries for my art journal. My daily journal entries are posted on Instagram. Hello, Gorgeous is not about the ego. Hello,… Continue reading

  • Pink Roses In a Blue Vase

    I spent a few days sketching flowers. Yes, I like these pink roses but there are many ways to paint roses. I’ve painted my pink roses in this yet-to-bloom phase. When I referenced photos, I observed the shapes. I love… Continue reading