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 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…
Why am I stuck?
A lot of people tell me they are stuck creatively. They are stuck for so many reasons. The creative process is different for everyone but here are some questions I’ve been asked about creating & some tips that may help you about “stuck-ed-ness”…
Why Do I Paint Every Canvas Yellow First?
Why do you bother painting the whole canvas one colour If you’re going to cover the whole thing up anyways?
There are many reasons to start with a base layer…
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 ….