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.
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Where Does My Art Come From?
Do I sit surrounded by all of my supplies and suddenly this brilliance magically forms on my canvas? Not exactly. The best ideas come from a flow that really is just making art. Where does the idea come from? You… Continue reading
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Happenings In My Creative Space
One more year around the sun. I must put a post out today. Here we are! I have been gradually getting back into painting. Love Your Name Finger Painted Chrysanthemum Yes, I fingerpainted in watercolor, all of the flowers except… Continue reading
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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
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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
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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
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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
A Painted Garden 