I believe in the power of art partly because of my creative friend, Victoria Lynn Hall. She is a truly multi-talented, multi-passionate Renaissance Soul. As an artist, blogger and musician, I'm in awe of how creativity permeates everything she does. I'm sure she'll inspire you as much as she does me. What does “being creative” mean… Continue reading Meet My Creative Friend: Victoria Lynn Hall
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Muse Flash: Get out of the studio
When was the last time you spent a quiet moment just doing nothing - just sitting and looking at the sea, or watching the wind blowing the tree limbs, or waves rippling on a pond, a flickering candle or children playing in the park? -- Ralph Marston The picnic tables in the park down the… Continue reading Muse Flash: Get out of the studio
From the Studio: My Comfort Zone Challenge
My comfort zone felt safe but it also kept me from growing. Recently I tried something that wasn’t really new. Just something I left behind years ago - painting with acrylics but it definitely moved me beyond my current comfort zone. Everything old is new again I used to teach decorative painting using acrylics. You've… Continue reading From the Studio: My Comfort Zone Challenge
Muse Flash: Intuition
When I trust my heart, the art speaks.
Why we need the word No
The word 'No' possesses some very positive aspects, including protecting personal boundaries and preserving precious creative time. Without the option to say 'no', everyone else's needs, wants and agendas supersede our own.