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“The Artist’s Way” final chapter???

Now on my 12th and final chapter following The Artist’s Way, I have ANOTHER confession. It’s taken me many more than 12 weeks to get to this point. My process got stalled around week 8 when life sent me on a wild roller coaster ride with almost every minute of every day scheduled.  However, in … Keep reading…

What does “midlife” mean to you?

My friend Peter Fritz from the Midlife Tribe recently asked me about my journey through midlife for his inspiring podcast, asking me many profound questions, including this gem: What advice would I offer someone who felt lost, unfulfilled and shackled by their circumstances? My response…. Feeling lost is a sign that I need to dive … Keep reading…

Finishing what I started so I can begin again

Before I step into my new life as a full time artist on January 1, 2018, I want to bring closure to the way I’ve been creating art for the past 2 decades. Up until recently, I created 3-dimensional collages. Each artwork took an average of 12 months to find all the images and assemble, … Keep reading…

My deepest hearts desire for October

Whenever I set an intention for myself, and share it with others, I have a much better chance of sticking to it! So here goes, my public declaration of what I intend to do for the next 31 days, beginning TODAY.      1. I am creating art at least one hour a day. I … Keep reading…

Stress identifies whats not true

This quote really got me thinking . . . “Stress is the alarm clock that lets you know you have attached to something that’s not true for you.” Byron Katie As much as I hate to admit it, I am often stressed, mostly (or all) self imposed. I’m constantly running from my day gig to my … Keep reading…

8 teachers that changed my life

What well known teachers have taught YOU profound lessons, even though you may never have met him/her in person? I have had numerous teachers over the years, but 8 of them have had an extraordinary long term affect on the person I have become, and who I continue to evolve into every day. My all time favs are listed … Keep reading…

How do you live today as if it were your last day?

Talk about a life altering, head spinning question, this is the grand mother of them all! Ever since I first heard a variation of this question spoken by Christopher Reeves in a Superman movie years ago, I’ve been contemplating my response to this guestion. So here goes…. If this were my last Wednesday on Earth, I would… 1. …. … Keep reading…

I am at peace when _______________.

How would YOU complete this sentence? I am at peace when ______________. You might expect me to say that art makes me feel at peace, and occasionally that’s true. However, creating art can also leave me frustrated and full of self-doubt. I LOVE to cut paper and throw paint on canvas, but just like anything … Keep reading…

Creating a sustainable daily habit

On February 12th, 2017, I asked what YOU wanted to add to your daily ritual. In response, many of you publicly committed on Instagram to adding all sorts of beautiful habits to your lives, including meditation, writing, yoga, painting, reading, sketching, singing, playing an instrument, figure drawing, and so many more soul expanding activities. I … Keep reading…