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If you’ve ever felt stuck in your art practice — unsure where to start, or hesitant to take the next

Mindset Shift: Finishing Artwork Isn’t the Goal

In a world that celebrates results, ticking boxes, and finished artwork, it can be hard to remember that the magic

Art journaling has been one of the most constant and steady parts of my creative practice for years. I’m always

Join me in Hartford, CT for a multi-day class all about making art inspired by nature! The Nature SketchbookA Multi-Day

In this week’s artist vlog, I’m sharing a bit about iteration. It’s the theme for this cycle at My Art

This week’s Adventures in Arting podcast, “Drawing at the Danforth,” is packed with practical tips based on my experiences taking

As you know, we’re in the midst of a 4-part series on some of my favorite art supplies, divided by

This month we read A World of Artist Journal Pages, curated by Dawn DeVries Sokol, and I somehow didn't realize

Starting an art journal can feel intimidating at first, but it’s one of the most rewarding habits you can develop

Hello! My name is Julie and I am a recovering perfectionist. This is a painting I did in 2011 when