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Art Explosion!
If you were to enter my house and take a tour, which I would undoubtedly offer, you would think there had been an art explosion. Let me...
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Apr 21, 20244 min read


Overwhelmed, challenged, as usual
Oh, how we get overwhelmed. It's important to say no to ourselves, and others.
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Apr 3, 20245 min read


Where does the inspiration come from?
How to be inspired and create great art! You'll find out what I do and I'll give you lots of pointers.
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Nov 25, 20234 min read


Turning photographs into art
Take lots of pictures It may seem obvious, but, as an artist I take lots of pictures. I try not to rely on free images for inspiration....
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Aug 14, 20233 min read


Inspired and Uplifted Artist
Inspiration and gratitude. Dedication and joy. An uplifting event.
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May 14, 20234 min read


Middle of the Night Ramblings
Just a few ramblings. Pictures, video and poetry. How can you resist?
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May 2, 20233 min read


Are you prepared for a large exhibit?
When you have a large exhibit to prepare for, aside from actually getting the paintings done, planning is the most important part. I'll...
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Dec 31, 20225 min read


Art is the easy part
What happens after you create the art? I'll discuss showing your art, getting your name out there, and more.
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Nov 17, 20225 min read
Wiring Your Painting
Learn how to wire your painting so it looks professional. Materials, detailed description and a video!
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Sep 29, 20223 min read
A Daunting Task
Collecting my thoughts on a collection of paintings. Not an easy task. Things will improve as I get deeper into my journey.
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Aug 17, 20223 min read
Let's Be Honest
Taking a good look at art walks and what you should and should not do. A bit of humor and honesty.
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Aug 5, 20224 min read
That Perfect Piece!
Finding a perfect piece of art can be as easy as opening your eyes and just seeing the art around you!
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Aug 3, 20224 min read
Give it away? Who does that?
Giver or Getter or Both? The art of giving and receiving. Keeping it "under insanity".
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Jul 4, 20224 min read


YEG Art Walk
Whyte Ave Art Walk. What to expect from me and the event. Tips and information.
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Jun 30, 20225 min read


When You're Not Feeling It
Digging your way out of a creative block. Dealing with the pressures of life and death. Tools in your toolbelt.
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Jun 10, 20225 min read


My Plein Air Journey - part 5
Last stop to paint on my journey.
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May 22, 20222 min read


My Plein Air Journey - part 4b - a video
This video is from Friday afternoon. My journey to get to Cache Creek from Vancouver. The quality isn't great. I just had my phone...
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May 21, 20221 min read


My Plein Air Journey - part 4a - 2nd morning on the beach
This is English Bay Beach at about 6:45 am. I set up at around 6 am. SOOO beautiful. Quiet, calm, very few people! I mostly wanted to...
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May 21, 20222 min read


My Plein Air Journey - part 4
Sorry, people! I fell asleep at my keyboard last night. Part 4 coming shortly☺️
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May 21, 20221 min read


My Plein Air Journey - part 3
I went down to English Bay Beach this morning at 6:00 am. Windy, about 8 *C. Few people out. I set up my tripod and pochade box. Took...
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May 20, 20222 min read
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