Let’s be honest: telling your story through art sounds great… until you sit in front of a blank canvas and start spiraling. “What’s my story, really?” “How am I supposed to paint my trauma??” “Why did I even buy this…
Let’s get something out of the way: You don’t need a degree, an Instagram portfolio, or a gallery show to call yourself an artist. You don’t even need to finish projects (yup!). If you create things with your hands, your…
You know that oddly satisfying high you get when you’re lost in a paint session, journaling for hours, or just mindlessly doodling on scrap paper? That’s not just vibes, that’s your brain throwing a party. Science says making art triggers…
It doesn’t always start with a blank page. Sometimes, it starts with cleaning your desk for the third time. Or scrolling through someone else’s perfectly curated sketchbook. Or telling yourself, “I’ll try tomorrow.” What if your creative block isn’t a…
Ever sat in front of your craft stash or sketchpad and thought, “I want to make something… but I don’t know what”? Sometimes the best place to start isn’t with a tutorial or a trend, it’s with how you’re feeling.…
…and why it matters for your art. Here’s a fun question for you: When you create, do you prefer to retreat into your own little world… or do you light up when surrounded by other people? If you’re nodding right…
If you’ve ever felt like life threw you a curveball so big it knocked you off your feet, you’ll want to hear about Frida Kahlo. She wasn’t just a painter, she was a powerhouse who took crushing pain and turned…
Let’s get one thing straight: Creativity is not polite. It doesn’t show up when you light a fancy scented candle, sip herbal tea and say “I’m ready to be inspired now.” Nope. Creativity prefers to crash your shower thoughts, whisper…
When we think of famous artists and creatives, it’s easy to imagine them living totally chaotic lives — painting through the night, forgetting to eat and waiting around for a lightning bolt of inspiration to strike. But the truth? Most…
In a world full of gadgets and screens, it’s easy to let kids fall into the habit of spending hours in front of digital devices. While technology has its benefits, there’s something magical about getting kids to unplug and engage…
