Mindfulness
The mindset of an artist should be free and confident. Here you will find quotes, artist chat to nourish the spirit of boundless curiosity.
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The Magic of Doodling: Embrace Your Inner Artist
There have been many times when I doodle, and it’s beautiful! I may even say, where did this come from. I was trying to paint, and it didn’t work out. Yet here I am, and in five minutes I make… Continue reading
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What Do You Want to Make?
A Painted Garden has always been about doing what I love and, through that passion, finding the peace that I need to go out there in the world and do what I want to do. The bigger question is: what… Continue reading
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Textured Hand-Crafted Florals Are My Style
Last night I was updating a post and looking through my media images. I saw this painting. I love the colors. I love the deep pink and the orange tones. I’m not one for orange, but these oranges are beautiful… Continue reading
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Everyone’s An Artist and How To Learn From That
Art has taught me so much about myself, life, and working with others. The biggest lesson that art has taught me is that everyone is an artist. I once wrote the words Art makes you laugh, love, hope, dream, and… Continue reading
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Honor Your Gifts!
Art has helped me reflect and have peace. There is something about picking up a paintbrush, going through my supplies, the colors, and watching the idea bloom before my eyes that gives me peace. I have to paint! The only… Continue reading
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Freedom To Do What You Want
Freedom is the topic of the season. I am working on thinking about what it is that I truly want. What have I always wanted? What does freedom truly mean? The biggest freedom we have is thought! We can think… Continue reading
