Beginner CollectionHere is my first collection of work. I’m calling it the Beginner Collection. These are the first pastel paintings that I created:May 13, 20233May 13, 20233
I Figured It Out!After spending lots of time (and money!), I finally figured out the combination of art supplies that I need to make my pastel paintings…May 13, 2023May 13, 2023
Trusting in MyselfSo often while I’m working on a pastel painting, I will think, “this looks bad.” And then I will immediately correct myself and say, “trust…May 13, 20231May 13, 20231
PivotI’ve picked up some alcohol-based markers, which blend better than the acrylic markers, in the hopes of continuing to create art.May 8, 20231May 8, 20231
When Art Gives You Health ProblemsAfter so much drawing with the chalk pastels last week, even with wearing a mask and running an air filter while I worked, I still managed…May 5, 20231May 5, 20231
What to Do When There is NothingWhat a whirlwind day. I’m either coming down with something, have been battered by chalk dust, worked too hard today, have springtime…May 4, 20231May 4, 20231
Find Freedom in Your LimitationsI’ve been wearing a mask and working next to an air purifier, but I’m still inhaling chalk dust I think. The paintings I’ve been making…May 3, 20234May 3, 20234