How do I find my own artistic style?
“How do I find my style?” It’s pretty common for us to get stuck into a certain way of creating art. It’s probably something that….
Is It Really a Waste of Paint?
When someone says, “This artist uses too much paint. It is a waste”. Who is this a waste for exactly? …
Every Painting Tells a Story
Someone posted a comment one of my painting videos. They said, '“Your paintings are not just drawings, they are stories hanging on walls told without words.” I love that and that is exactly right. People connect to the art because of …
Why Original Art Costs What It Does
Every now and then someone will say my art is too expensive. They say, “How can you charge $4000 for a painting that took you 3 hours to paint?” It’s especially challenging when ….
Why I Don't Sell Prints
Over the years people have expressed how expensive original art is. They say things like, “I could just go to Ikea or Homesense and fill my walls for much less. Yes, you certainly can do that but here are some reasons to invest in original art…
How to Overcome Perfectionism as an Artist
Perfectionism is a hindrance in creating art. Just make something and finish something. Don’t obsess over making a masterpiece. Just make more art. You can produce many things that are imperfect and have thousands of creations. Or you can spend your whole lifetime ….