creativity
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Apricot Crush!
What a name! A blouse. A dress. Roses. Lipstick. Sneakers. A cocktail. I could go on but yes I want to paint with this new color of my year. I have been in love with a pink and peach color. I… Continue reading
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Creative Space Dreams
There is a big art table with a few chairs. The table is made of wood. How about an old wood table? I’d have lamps as my lighting source or have a dim light switch. How about a room that… Continue reading
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Favorite Projects of 2023
Painting with students Yes, I feel like this is great inspiration and practice for future teaching gigs. Wildflower Doodles I am learning to let go and paint what I feel, paint how nature makes me feel! Painting Textures I am… Continue reading
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Art Helps You Think Abundance
Tell good stories. I’m reading Austin Kleon‘s Show Your Work and just finished the “Tell Good Stories” chapter. I finished guiding 2nd-grade students in painting their version of Diego Rivera’s Flower Vendor. I find myself working on a design for… Continue reading
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What would I change about myself?
I recently added these words to my about page. Being brave enough in a noisy world to express who you are is a form of bravery. I want to be braver that I’ve ever been. I want to always arrive… Continue reading
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Painting Is My Song
I’m sharing this painting today because it’s bright, beautiful, and what I want more of. If you follow me on Instagram, you will see the other edition. I was about ready to let this go but had set it aside.… Continue reading
A Painted Garden 