As I progress through my artist residency with the Downtown Austin Space Activation (DASA), one of the most critical steps has been selecting the right colour palette. This process has been deeply inspired by both the natural landscapes and the urban energy of Austin, reflecting my personal experiences since making this city my new home. […]
Color My World: Choosing a Palette for My Residency Read More »
Since moving into my downtown studio at the start of this residency, my first mission was to truly connect with the heart of Austin. Wrapped up against the cold, headphones in, camera in hand, I began exploring the streets of downtown without a set path, driven by pure curiosity. Though I’ve been a resident of
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This July marked two years since I embarked on my journey as a full-time artist. For those who have been with me, you’ll know it’s been an incredible adventure. I’ve discovered my creative voice, held my first solo exhibition, worked on public and corporate commissions, and even moved across state lines. So much has happened
2 Years in the Art Business: An Emerging Artist’s Journey Read More »
Have you heard? The San Jose Sharks are hosting a Celebration of Diwali and I designed the crest and shoulder patches!! Earlier this year, a unique opportunity to submit a proposal to the San Jose Sharks, my local NHL team. I’d been to the SAP Center for games (where I learned the rules of Ice
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I had a great conversation with Prash Raval on his podcast, “Work Life No Balance”. In this candid discussion, we dove into my transition from my corporate job as a management consultant to building a thriving career as a working artist. No frills, no gloss, just an open conversation about my mindset, the challenges, and
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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
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One of my favourite parts of being a working artist is the conversations I have with fellow creatives, collectors and the wider public. The back-and-forth that comes with dialogue and the connections that are built, nourish and motivate me in this career. This is probably why my calendar seems filled with attending gallery receptions, creative
Podcast interview: Exploring my creative process, tools and tech 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
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