A pallet knife may not have been what came to mind when I said “take the plunge”, but hear me out. It’s a wonderful time to be alive! There is so much art out there, so much creativity in so many ways. You can be both encouraged and discouraged by all those Read more…
Creation motivation? What’s that? There isn’t just one motivation for why artists create, why painters paint and why sculptors sculpt. Many times I’m sure you create something yourself with a specific purpose in mind, for instance, a special birthday cake. Take my friend Lisa—she expresses herself so beautifully with cake Read more…
The Highwaymen may be complete unknowns to you. I know they were to me. My youngest daughter brought home a painting she made in school with a little note attached that said “To further their study of Florida, the first graders will learn about a group of Floridian artists, known Read more…
Speaks of what you may ask? Many of you know the answer. Creation speaks of the Creator of the universe, the one true God. In fact, those who do not know God often find themselves acknowledging that there must be someone higher than themselves. Someone who could have made the Read more…
Today I want to lure you in to taking some risks! A lure is something that tempts or attracts with the promise of pleasure or reward. Yes it can be pleasurable to take risks, especially when you are creating. We are all artists in one way or another and we Read more…
Animals are so much fun to paint, especially a dog. Dogs have so much personality! They remind us of ourselves. Their antics are a relief and a laugh in our stressed out, high pressure world. Dogs come in so many shapes, sizes and colors and make us laugh and cry. Read more…
You may have heard the phrase “New Year, New Décor.” My question would be why take someone else’s idea of décor? Don’t settle for copying another’s style. Create your own! Yes, you can create! You’re probably saying to yourself, “What in the world is Laura talking about? I don’t have Read more…
I love a happy ending, don’t you? Right now you may be thinking of a movie or a book that gives you a warm feeling that all is right and perfect in the universe. I call it the “TaDa” moment. I’m fortunate, I get a “TaDa” moment when I finish Read more…
Are artists wacky? Most artists have a style. They perfect that style and challenge themselves by working in a series. It might be a series of dog portraits, angels, bug-eyed children, pretty ladies, marsh landscapes, etc. You get the idea. Do it well, do what sells, do what you like; Read more…
Have you ever had a myth shattered? Some crazy idea that crumbled apart when confronted by the truth? Let me tell you my story. I know this sounds crazy but I decided to donate a painting to Habitat for Humanity. Why is it crazy? Because, I didn’t know a thing Read more…