Today I’d like to share a poem with you.I read it yesterday and was utterly moved. In my imaginative and flighty mind, I’ve often tried to consolidate my state of being into a coherent verse — and this poem did it for me. If you’ve watched my videos, you may have noticed that even though…
Painting en plein air puts me on the edge of chaos every single time I go out. It’s uncomfortable—even terrifying—and yet, it’s the only place where something real can happen. I know that probably sounds dramatic, but it’s true. This is a weird thing to try to explain, but I’ll do my best. So, let’s…
It’s never too late to start a YouTube channel! If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s too late to start a YouTube channel as an artist, I’m here to tell you: It’s not! Whether you’re 40, 50, 60, or even older, the time to share your creativity with the world is right now. Your age isn’t…
Here are my 5 essential studio habits that will help you in your artistic growth. As artists, we often hear about the importance of discipline, focus, and resilience. But how do you actually build these qualities in your daily studio practice? Here are five habits I rely on to stay motivated, grow my skills, and…
What are the health befits of learning to paint? In our fast-paced, technology-driven world, finding activities that promote mental and physical well-being is more important than ever. One such activity, often overlooked, is painting. Whether you’re a complete novice or an aspiring artist, learning to paint can offer a multitude of health benefits that extend…
I usually paint small. 6 x 6 to 11 x 14 inches. I have a small studio, so this is part of the reason I paint small works, but if I look beneath the surface of this excuse, I paint small, and continue to paint small because I am comfortable with it. I know my…
Is painting in words still useful in today’s world? It’s been a while since I’ve written in a blog. Visual aspects of my life have taken over, for the most part, with painting and daily life. Blogging felt like one of those archaic practices in this rapidly changing tech world. So why bother? And I…