Tip to get started creating. Instead of saying I don't have time, say "I'm not making it a priority". Because that's what's happening. It's about priorities. For example, what are we doing today instead of painting? Is it ironing? Watching Netflix? Shopping? Imagine yourself at 99, sitting on the porch, looking back at your life. Are these the things that are going to make you feel proud of your life? If so, awesome. Your priorities are on track. But if you go: "ironing! I put ironing first? Waaah!" After you calm down, remember, all is not lost. We can make changes. And the best way to make lasting habits is with mini steps. Make small changes that are so easy you can't say no. This is where mini paintings shine. A little mini painting like this takes about an hour and a half to paint. An hour and a half of pure joy. Pure me time. Which is so good for you. It's not only an exciting challenge, having space for yourself is restorative. We are not truly at rest when we are with others. We are always on the alert. If you can't find an hour and a half, then try sketching just 5 minutes a day. This is enough. Keep a sketchbook in the kitchen and do a sketch while waiting for the water to boil. Small incremental steps over time is how we build up mastery. And visual arts are all about looking. The more we look, the better we will see, and the better we see, the better we will paint. Psst. I'm working on a get more art in your life challenge. Drawing exercises that will take just 5 minutes a day, especially chosen for painters. Stay tuned. DM me, and I'll put you on the list, as soon as I create it. ______________________________ . . . . #paintingtip #oilpaintingtechniques #oilprocess #oilpainter #paintingclass #paintingcourse #paintingcourses #hobbyart #diyart #diyartist #paintingforbeginners #oilpaintingdemo #colorfulart #dumadoart #dumadoartprocess #oilpaintingart #easypainting #easypaintings #artlovers #easyart #easyoilpainting #instaartist #artistsofinstagram #instaarts #creativeprocess #creativeprojects2021 #learntopaint #getcreative (at St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador) https://www.instagram.com/p/CO8YoggMhHs/?igshid=1w806yttoeuyr
