I had my very first holiday market of the season recently, and let me tell you, nothing prepares you for the moment when a whole crowd of people walks by your artwork all at once. You suddenly get this unfiltered, real-time feedback loop. Some comments make you laugh, some make you think, and some just stick with you. I’m used to creating in the quiet of my studio. It’s just me, my paints, whatever music (or silence) I’m in the mood for. So to suddenly have a crowd move thr

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Let’s be real—life can get heavy sometimes. Between the never-ending to-do lists and the weight of the world right now, it’s easy to...

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As an artist, staring at a blank piece of watercolor paper can be frustrating. Of the 12+ years I've been painting full time, I have...

In the world of art, it is all too easy to slip into the habit of comparing my creative journey with that of others. Social media is...

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