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A few weeks ago I had what some may call a ‘near-death experience.’ Without getting into too much detail, I will say that I was rushed to the ER in an ambulance off the highway in what I heard was a four car pile-up. I was taken out of my car and placed on a …

…and so much to explore. Spaces are filling up for my go-at-your-pace + share-what-you-like + live-your-best-most-fulfilled-life course. And there is so much we get to explore: from hand-lettering, to collage, to intentional/joyful expression, to collage, to intuitive wash to simple self portrait making… oh my…the list goes on. Yet the best part I feel is …

Lately I've been reflecting on the richness and fullness of the year so far in terms of my creative life and work. When looking back, something that very much stands out to me is the work that my students created in my online course. It filled my being with delight to witness the range of …

The more I spend time with loved ones in my life, the more I realize how much transformation and awakening is happening within all of us. It feels like a quickening effect is happening on this divinely beautiful and intense Earth School. I have come to realize more and more that the practice of forgiveness/letting …

In preparation for an upcoming show, I have been reflecting a bit on my own process of creating since I just spent a considerable amount of time teaching it to students. I have been contemplating why I choose the colors I choose, the textures, or draw lines the way I do.  Because my process is …

I recently returned from an almost a week-long trip in New England, where I was staying cabinside-lakeside at Squam, a gorgeous art retreat that attracts people from all over the country. This trip was particularly significant for me because I was giving my first book talk, to possibly over 200 people, and my book, my …

"Set your life on fire. Seek those who fan your flames." ~Rumi Two recent paintings I created inspired by my students. These will be covered with resin and shown in an upcoming exhibit next week. The final week of my online course is afoot, and I must say I am in a state of such …

Wow, what a journey this has been! For the last six months or so I have been putting my heart + soul into this project. I have taken things that have helped shape me and my art and put them into an online course. We will dive deep into many things… may abundant, wild things… …

Here are some links that have helped me along the way, whether for body, mind, or spirit: Conference of Creative Entrepreneurs Creative Capital Design*Sponge Biz Ladies Guide Floracopeia Flower Essence Society Grant Directory for Artists Health Insurance for Artists Indie Craft Show Directory Joyful Belly: Ayurvedic Diet & Health Matthew Wood’s Indispensable Herbs Rosemary Gladstar’s Sage …

Some kind words that have been received: “And thank you for creating a space to connect and ground…the meditation time was life changing for me. I am now living daily that my tribe is attracted to this time and space.”  -J Bequette “The best class I could’ve taken…it opened me up to the experiences I …