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Using Art to Process Trauma
Read more: Using Art to Process TraumaThis blog is challenging to write but necessary to share. It’s a big part of my journey as an artist. When I was 18, I embarked on a new adventure far away from home. Three months in, I was sexually assaulted. I couldn’t find the words to express my anger, sadness, and shame, so I…
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How to Balance Your Job and Creative Pursuits
Read more: How to Balance Your Job and Creative PursuitsFor many of us, the nine-to-five job is a necessary evil. It provides financial security and stability but can also be a grind that drains all our creative energy. And for me being a single mom with two teenage kids, I know finding creative time can be diffcult. So how can you make time for…
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Making Art Out of Life’s Experiences
Read more: Making Art Out of Life’s ExperiencesIt is said that life is a journey, and as with any journey, sometimes you must stop along the way and take stock of your story. Such is the same when it comes to creating art. You must learn to trust yourself, be patient with the creative process, and look at what’s next. Let your…
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Pursuing My Creative Passion, With My kids’ Support
Read more: Pursuing My Creative Passion, With My kids’ SupportMy children often surprise me in the best ways. Recently, my son told me something I will never forget: he was proud of me for pursuing my creative passion and forging my own path into the art world. That moment made me reflect on how art shaped my life. My love affair with art started…
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Shaping My Crazy
Read more: Shaping My CrazyAs a creative introvert, I’ve often felt my anxiety was an obstacle that prevented me from exploring my passion. But over the years, I’ve come to realize it’s also been what has made me successful as an artist. In this blog post, I will share my journey of learning to navigate life with anxiety and…