For me, painting isn’t just a fun pastime; it’s a chill way to sort through all the thoughts and feelings bouncing around in my head. When I’m out in nature, soaking up the colors and listening to the calming sounds, it feels like I’m meditating. Each brushstroke helps me untangle my thoughts and feelings, turning them into something I can actually see and appreciate. It’s like solving a puzzle where every piece represents a memory or an emotion I want to express through my

Have you heard of "The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron? The book was written to help people with artistic creative recovery, teaching techniques and exercises to assist people in gaining self-confidence in harnessing their creative talents and skills. The first time I went through it was in the early 2000s while I was attempting to finish my fine art degree. It's a 12-week course, a chapter a week. While you do the work, it's uncomfortable, much like therapy; in fact, many of

It's that time of year in Florida when everyone starts dreaming of a cool escape. The sticky, humid days are here, and the sun feels like...

Reclaiming my creative process post-surgery has been so delightful. Just 5 months post-surgery, I am painting as much as time allows. I...

December 21, 2023 I took a dramatic fall and broke my wrist. My lesson in presence and patience. Neither one is my strong suit. An...