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Here Are a Few of My Favorite Things

We all have favorites…whether it’s kitchen utensils, household gadgets, painting frames, clothes stores, makeup, places to travel to, and pretty much every category under the sun.

In my painting life I also have my favorites.

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Retail Therapy

I happen to be the kind of person who loves gadgets and watches all the ads coming into my email and on social media waiting to see what I HAVE to have.

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Does Fear Stop You?

We all have fears in life and in art that get us to freeze.

Coming face to face with those fears is truly the only way to understand what they are and how many we have.

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When Something Unexpected Happens

Of course, unexpected things happen every day to us.

But sometimes BIG unexpected things happen and how we respond makes all the difference.

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What Does "Creativity" Really Mean?

Have you ever wondered about what we mean when we say “creativity?” Well I would love to share with you my thoughts on this word, and why it’s so important.

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Creativity is Not an Accident

You are going to love the book recommendation I have, and another way to inspire your creativity when you get stuck! Come see.

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How to Get Unstuck in Your Painting

So many of you express frustration in getting stuck in your paintings! I can’t wait to show you my very simple process for addressing stuckness and how I move through it. You can too!

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Beginning Something Doesn’t Have to be Hard

When you start a new piece, how long do you stand in front of your canvas wondering what the heck to do first? I can’t wait to tell you all about some techniques I have to help start your paintings without stress. Check it out!

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My ADHD is my Superpower

What if the thing you think is your biggest weakness, is actually your SUPERPOWER? This week I’m so excited to tell you about my superpower and how I discovered it as the driver that it is!

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Overcoming Perfectionism

Overcoming perfectionism in abstract art can be a challenging endeavor, but it is essential for artists to embrace their creativity and find freedom in their work.

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Are Fashion and Food Considered ART?

Have you ever wondered what makes fashion and food ART? We all enjoy fashion and food to some extent, but I can’t wait to tell you if I agree that they are art and why!

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Are You Having Enough Fun?

How do you know that you’re having enough fun? Take a peek inside this week’s blog to find out what I think about FUN.

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Remember Paper Roadmaps?

Do you just love the nostalgia of paper maps? The way they gave you only so many options really helped to get you to where you were going! Today I can’t wait to tell you about MY little roadmap, and show you a great way to use it on your paintings!

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Stand Out…Never Blend In

Do you ever feel like just fading right into the background? I am so excited to tell you about why you should always stand out and never blend in today! Read on to learn more.

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Learn About Art Markers and Pens

In the operating room they usually have a table right next to the operating table with all the equipment the doctor will need laid out in a very organized way.

This organization is extremely helpful with time and efficiency.

We can take this idea as an artist and you can have your supplies laid out in front of you so you can easily see what you might need.

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