The ability to add texture to a painting, conveys the sense of time through the many layers that cultivate the piece. To add implies growth, but to take away aspects of this texture expresses weathering through hardships, developing strength testified through the visible scars on the canvas.
Read MoreMy work is evolving. Changing and transforming. And becoming more confident, expressive, and unapologetic.
Less cute.
Less trying to conform.
Less, creating for an audience in mind.
I guess it’s partially because I no longer have the time or physical and emotional energy to be anything I am not anymore.
Read MoreThe beautiful thing about painting, is that the more layers, paint, and history a work has, the cooler it becomes.
There are no mistakes.
Each action leads to the next, building upon the other, until it is ready to emerge.
Read MoreBoth paintings, completely different, were inspired by the same commission.
Their pathways become clear as I paint, and pursue further.
I love the wide brush strokes of Unified, and how their colors have a clear separation, an own identity to them, yet compliment each other so well.
Read MoreSeeing Levanter, was like, visiting with my older self. Yet, through this painting, it seems like, my older self, had a message for me.
I walked closer to my work, and read the words that I’ve written in the painting. And found them to be the reminder I needed:
Read MoreThere is definitely a transformation going on. And I am here for all of it.
Transformation is always first, an inside job.
It usually takes a long time before the fruits of one’s labor to become seen.
But, nonetheless, the transformation is happening.
Stay strong.
Keep going.
Read MoreEach moment, we are creating memories, that we will remember and forever cherish.
Memories that form us into who we will become in the future.
Memories that we will call upon during times of sadness or stress.
Read MoreIt is a gift to wake up before everyone and enjoy this quiet time with the invisible web of peace and love that surrounds me. In these moments, I feel calm and safe.
Read MoreLike everything in life, there are phases and seasons. Nothing is forever.
Change is ever constant. Life is always moving forward.
One of the best advice, I’ve received as a mother, is to enjoy each moment and each phase because the time goes by so fast.
Well, now, Harry is getting bigger, taller, and transforming into his own person. And now I get to spend this time in the studio, thankfully, with him.
Read MoreMark laid out a blanket, and opened up a lunchbox he packed for us, consisting of animal crackers, salmon, bagels and brie, with ice cold water.
It was a quiet moment. We did not talk much. But the silence was peaceful and natural.
We just took in the warm, breeze, and the combination of the tranquility of nature and the hustle sounds of downtown Houston.
Read MoreLive music, during the lunch hour.
The crowd silent, all eyes, energy and attention present.
What does music do for you? What is it about a composed song?
This moment, with everyone transfixed and in tune, with this shared experience…all of our souls connect, reminded of our true nature, that stems beyond this world of tribalism and survival.
Moments like this, reminds us, of why we are alive.
Read MoreI made a post recently, about how being joyful and having gratitude can at times feel counterintuitive, especially during times of sorrow.
But hearing this bird begin its morning routine greeting the sun with a gift— a sweet gift for all who were near could enjoy. It made me question my own attitude for this new day.
Read MoreEvery now and then, Harry strays away from his coloring books to contribute important crayon and scented marker contributions on my abstract works in progresses. Many of these contributions are graciously welcomed in the studio, while I try to ensure safety of the works that I desire to preserve.
Read MoreI’ve always been an admirer of street art.
I love seeing walls that contain years of decay, and the several layers of shredded poster art, deteriorated over time from the natural elements of the environment , the weather and with the adding and subtracting of new media.
Read MoreThe feeling of “it’s done,” isn’t always so clear.
When I am unsure, I have learned to stop, and allow the work to sit—often times in the background.
My unconscious mind, is still contemplating the piece, considering which move, if any is next.
Read MoreThere is something calming about these two works…and also cold.
I’ve had more some people comment to me that these two works look like “ice caves.”
And ironically, there is something very peaceful about ice and snow, and solitary about an ice cave; but it’s also not for the faint of heart.
Read MoreWith a large scale work, there’s lots of space to explore, to expand, to try different things. But with a smaller work, one must have a vision; and in my case, one must take time to see what will come of the piece.
This time, may seem inefficient; but it’s so important. Time informs us. Time gives us unique and a broader perspective.
Ideally we grow wiser, possess clarity, and then confidence to pursue further.
Read MoreThis morning I was inspired to read a few pages from Norman Vincent Peale’s The Power of Positive Thinking.
I added this book again to my Audible daily reading list, and decided to pull out the book as well to read the physical copy along with it.
Read MoreEvery now and then I switch up my coffee game to this classic: Bustello dripped coffee, black; and 3 -4 teaspoons of brown sugar. My coffee is strong, yet sweet, where I can really take in the natural flavor of the coffee itself.
I tend to crave this version when I am feeling active, ready to be productive that day.
And today was no exception.
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