Getting to know yourself
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Getting to know yourself

When you start to observe your surroundings, you can find out so much about yourself! Such as the clothes in your closet, your paint color choices, jewelry, pet preferences, plants in your garden, and what's in your collection! For example, I have been collecting bird feathers for over 30 years! That probably says I have an attraction to not only birds but also exploring and freedom!

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Courage to Follow Your Dreams
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Courage to Follow Your Dreams

This painting is a reminder that true fulfillment often comes from following your dreams and aspirations, even if it means going in a different direction from the norm. Art has a unique ability to inspire and provoke this message, and this painting seems to do just that!

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Feeling down? Read this..
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Feeling down? Read this..

I wanted to share something I have found that truly helps me when I feel a bit down or lost in my art and life!

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Artist Resources

Looking for supplies for your paint medium or photography? Check out my curated list of tools, organized by medium, to help you get started with confidence.

The Artist's Toolkit