Our culture (parents, school, jobs, social media, trends, sometimes peers) teaches us to look outside ourselves for our value, for answers to questions about ourselves…
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Let’s create a relaxing yet invigorating retreat to get our painting headed in the right direction for the year ahead. After the busy holiday season…
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This is a guest article by Lucy Reed (lucy@gigmine.co). Creativity is not just an innate talent. It's a flame that needs constant nurturing to illuminate…
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Summer and the longest days of the year have arrived; it’s the perfect time to get out for some fresh air, to relax, and to…
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When first learning to paint, I wanted my paintings to look exactly like the references I used. I desperately hoped to acquire skills and technique…
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Lee Muir-Haman Watercolor Painting 