news, updates and behind the scenes to my studio and events
In the whirlwind of life’s many demands, from organizing a wedding in under 3 months to purchasing my first home, my personal life has been the center of my attention lately. Amidst these significant life changes, I’ve had to make tough decisions about how I allocate my time between my art studio and building my …
Awards & Artistic Opportunities: Navigating Life’s Distractions With Your Network Read More »
12 months ago I started selling my artwork to the public. I released my very first collection on my home-made website. As I did this, I was nervous about putting myself out there and how I’d be perceived. What if no one wants my work? What if I don’t sell anything? What if I fail …
A rollercoaster first year as a full-time working artist Read More »
As my debut solo exhibition, Lost in Color, adorns the walls of the Lindsay Dirkx Brown Art Gallery in San Ramon, CA, I am excited to take you on a journey into the heart of my creative process. In this blog post, I share the inspiration behind the collection, weaving in memories, stories, and the …
Unveiling the Muse: Inspirations Behind My Latest Art Collection Read More »
As an artist, finding inspiration for that next painting can be a real challenge. At times, it feels like there are no good ideas out there and you just don’t know where to start. We’ve all been there! In this blog post, I share some of my favourite ways to spark that creativity when I …
Exploring the World Around You: How to Find Inspiration for Your Art Read More »
The most common question I’m asked when sharing paintings from my ‘Lost in Colour’ collection, is how I create them and what the creative process involves. My ‘Lost in Colour’ paintings are distinct style; they characteristically feature line-drawn architectural details and expressive flowers against vivid abstract backgrounds. You can see several contrasting techniques together on …
The creative process behind my ‘Lost in Colour’ paintings Read More »
In just under 3 months, my first solo exhibition opens. With another 15 new paintings needed for this show, I’m busy in the studio, spending every spare moment on creating. With the hard deadline fast approaching, the pressure to produce gallery-ready pieces at a fast pace is piling on. As the exhibition gets closer, staying …
4 reasons for creatives to make time to play and experiment Read More »
I found my love of podcasts during my years as a PhD student. Hundreds & thousands of hours were spent alone with my cells (for experiments) at my atomic force microscope in a darkened, silenced room (light and sound interfered with my measurements). The company of podcasts stopped the silence and kept me engaged as …
For as long as I remember, I have loved the sensory experience of opening up a freshly printed book or magazine. There’s something inexplicably wonderful about it… from the feel of the pages between your fingers, to the smell of the freshly printed press. There’s something rather special about seeing your work in print I’m so excited …
My art selected and published: ‘Summer in Agra’ in ‘La Raíz’ literary magazine Read More »
The turn of a calendar year is a natural transition point; it’s both a moment to retrospect on the closing year, and to look forward to the future. As 2022 turned to 2023, I applied what I had learned during my time in management consulting to my own small art business. I spent time reflecting …
5 steps to effective goal setting for a successful artist career Read More »
Hello 2023! I don’t know about you, but I for one love to start the new year by setting my intentions. 2022 was full of changes as I set up my art business. This week, as I step into 2023, I’m reviewing and refreshing my goals for the next 1-3 years, and my plan of …
Indulge me as I share my thoughts – introducing my new artist blog Read More »
