Jul 31, 2019 | Art weaving, Creative Inspiration, Creative woo, How to think like an artist, Weaving & Fiber
Today Fiberista, I am filled with some big gratitude, and I am sharing with you a big aha moment that kind of smacked me up the side of the head this week. I kind of think I found the secret to making better art. And it is counterintuitive and not what you would...
Mar 20, 2019 | Art weaving, Creative woo, Weaving & Fiber, weaving resources
You guys!! my how to make wool dreads class went live and I threw a virtual party. There was cheap champagne, music-free chair dancing(thanks to Youtubes strict copyright infringement rules) and some discussion about what is next. I also shared some enthusiasm for all...
Mar 13, 2019 | Art weaving, Creative woo, everyday life, The Business of being an artist, Weaving & Fiber
It is so easy to take hand health for granted when you are an artist. But, man, once you are unable to work without pain, it becomes a hard reality for us artists. And, it is not just hand pain. Back, eyes, shoulders all can take a hit when it comes to our...
Mar 6, 2019 | Art weaving, Creative woo, Weaving & Fiber, weaving resources
Hand Felted Wool Dreads are fast becoming a signature feature in my art weaving. In this live cast, I share with you the story of how I came to dreads and some of my favorite ways to use them in fiber art. Here is the replay: To see the live chat, head over to...
Jan 23, 2019 | Creative Inspiration, Creative woo, everyday life, How to think like an artist
Let me just say it has been a winter of introspection and change. Where I left off in December, My mother had a stroke and we spent the better part of December in Alabama along side my brother and sister-in-law helping my parents adjust to a new normal. My mom is...
May 9, 2018 | Creative Inspiration, Creative woo, Essential Oils, The Business of being an artist
I listen to a lot of business audio books and lectures. I know its kind of crazy since usually artists are not naturally aligned with business theories. I had no formal business training when I started my art business. But lucky for me there are so many resources to...