When it comes to art, I've always loved the imperfect look. Loose brush strokes, things a bit off-center, soft edges... But often when I paint, I find myself trying to be "perfect." This idea of staying in the lines is something I struggled with as a child and still to this day. Yet the art I love isn't about staying in the lines or perfect symmetry. It is frustrating for me to try creating art in a perfect way when I am far from perfect. I just want to paint and enjoy the feeling. And...

Happy painters last year at Painted Dunes Golf Course. ✨There's something magical about Christmas ceramics. Maybe it's the way they glow on the mantle nestled in greenery and shiny glass bulbs. Maybe it's the nostalgia of those old ceramic trees our parents and grandparents displayed each year. Or maybe it's simply the joy of painting during the holidays while listening to Christmas music and sipping on hot cocoa (or wine😉). If you're ready to add a little sparkle to your home this season,...

You know that feeling when you're lost in your painting? Time disappears, worries vanish, and you're in the zone. That's not just your imagination. There's science behind that feeling of calm, and it's one of the best reasons to paint. Here's a peek at what's happening in your brain when you paint: Your brain goes into "flow state." "Flow state" can feel almost like a like a loss of self-consciousness and sense of time, and also a feeling of pleasure and ease. It's when you focus on the...