When I recently started a commission, I felt fairly confident that it would be comfortable and my skills and understanding of painting animals would support me in the creation of the piece. I have...
It's difficult to not feel mortified when you or your ideas are rejected. There is no sugar-coating how awful it can make a person feel. Even a rejection that is recognized as small can feel like a...
Inspiration can be executed in many ways. One of the ways I liked to get inspired for a new piece of artwork is to create an inspiration or mood board. This does not have to be limited to...
So many people, especially artists struggle with gaining a following on Social Media. Algorithms aside, there are so many do's and don't as well as so many social media platforms to choose from. How...
Art is a wonderful way to process grief and loss. Even if you don't feel that you are artistic, there are still ways to use creativity to help you process challenging situations in life. Expression...
THE PROJECT I am honored to be a part of the 78 Tarot's Animal deck. 78 Tarot is a global art collaboration that creates a new deck every year. Each deck has a different theme but is still strongly...
As part of my ongoing impromptu series of conversation and art, I address why being hard on yourself can be a detriment yet a learning experience. Many of us are often too hard on ourselves. To be...
As part of a series of impromptu inspirational videos, I touch upon some of the very important and new changes in life as creatives during a pandemic. From being able to accept the challenges ahead...
First, what I have always known is that people are sensitive about their weight. From the '50s hourglass to the 90's waif-thin body type, to right now, 2021 where there is an uprise of flawless...
"You don't always have to be busy. You can relax sometimes." my long-time partner says jokingly, as he nudges me in the side gently. Cracking a smile, I nod a bit and keep typing so I can finish a...
Anyone can make art, and anyone can be an artist - that is true, but not many understand the truth behind "being an artist". The funny thing is that there is no "truth" to what an artist is, how...