Covid guidelines make firm plans difficult. Here's what I'm doing in the studio now and what I hope will happen this summer as Covid restrictions ease.
Honouring Dad
Dad loved to drive. In fact, I was a married adult before I realized that some people just stayed in one place for a vacation. Dad earned his living as a truck driver and when he retired he bought an RV. He and mom travelled around North America. An art quilt featuring him with first vehicle seems a fitting way to honour his memory.
Creative Fear, Creative Confidence
As an artist I believe there is always an edge of fear that needs to be challenged. That's where my creative growth happens. If I'm not testing for those limits, then I'm not growing. Challenging my self-imposed boundaries builds confidence.
Eastern Passage Process
Eastern Passage is one of our favourite places to visit in Nova Scotia, particularly the area known as Fisherman's Cove which is a quaint restored 200-year old fishing village.
The Truth About Multi-tasking And Creativity
Creativity needs attention but multi-tasking hurts our ability to focus. Our pre-frontal cortex can only work on one thing at a time.