Artist Mindset

  • Creating a Poster For My Creative Space: There is Only Make

    Do you ever just get out your tools and paint? Perhaps you have an idea, but really, you just want to paint! With every stroke of color, you are like, ‘Yes, this is what I wanted.’ There is no what… Continue reading

    Creating a Poster For My Creative Space: There is Only Make
  • Back to School Art Supplies?

    Back to School season is a fabulous to pick up inexpensive art supplies that you can explore. Stores like Target and Dollar Tree stock their isles with great items that you can add to your toolbox. These items are not… Continue reading

    Back to School Art Supplies?
  • Brighter Days Mosaic Flower

    Each shape is a tiny tile. Yes, a blue tile is colorful on its own, but pair with other pieces and somehow it comes together to form something beautiful. I painted a flower. Look at the Mosaics in Park Güell.… Continue reading

    Brighter Days Mosaic Flower
  • Poem About the Joys of Making Art

    Getting better at mixing pinks Yellows and browns sun-kissed Adding water to acrylic Losing track of time Sennelier worth every dime Falling in love like looking at the stars above Having a ball A little doubt but no longer afraid… Continue reading

    Poem About the Joys of Making Art
  • Why Does an Artist Make Art?

    A few days ago, I answered a WordPress prompt about what I want people to think about me. Here was my response. I was so I don’t care what people think of me. I am artist and a big part… Continue reading

    Why Does an Artist Make Art?
  • Best Read Across America Eric Carle Days Ever!

    There are some art experiences that never leave you. I will never forget my RSP class. EVER! The day we painted leaves for a classroom tree and collage animals was incredible. I know they are not going to read this.… Continue reading

    Best Read Across America Eric Carle Days Ever!