Inspiration or Emotion: What Flows Into My Canvas?
“Without craftsmanship, inspiration is a mere reed shaken in the wind. ” – Johannes Brahms You might remember in my last post, I shared a painting I was not quite sure was finished.Well — good news: it is done. I was so excited I showed it to my other half right away. He looked at […]
When Is a Painting Truly Finished?
When is a painting truly finished? In this reflective post, I explore the quiet, intuitive moments that guide my creative process—and why sometimes, the canvas decides for me.
Embrace the Bold: The Beauty of Creative Risk
“Painting is poetry that is seen rather than felt, and poetry is painting that is felt rather than seen.” – Leonardo da Vinci Returning to my safe place—the canvas—I felt a spark, a pull towards something new. A quiet urge to break free from the familiar, to let go of restraint. This time, I wanted to be […]
Exploring Indigenous Connection to Country Through Art
“The more you know, the less you need.“ – Australian Aboriginal saying Today, I had the chance to attend a talk and learn about the deep Indigenous connection to a nearby nature reserve. Since moving to Australia, I have come to understand just how important storytelling, songs, and connection to Country are in Aboriginal culture. This experience […]
Rediscovering Art After a Break: Healing Through Creativity
“I don’t know anything with certainty, but seeing the stars makes me dream.” ― Vincent Van Gogh To be honest, I can’t even remember the last time I was on this platform. It’s been far too long. Life has been a whirlwind, pulling me in so many directions, and I kept telling myself, I’m too busy. It’s fascinating—and […]
Seeking inspiration – part one
“I am seeking, I am striving, I am in it with all my heart.” Vincent Van Gogh” As an Artist, I sometimes need a little help to find inspiration. Some days all I want to do is create, and I can feel my hands start to itch. All I want to do is to hold […]
Art?
„Art, in itself, is an attempt to bring order out of chaos.“ ~ Stephen Sondheim Art and I have a strange relationship. On one hand, researching artists and their work, while enjoying a coffee, is my favourite pastime. I remember it like was yesterday when I went to Tate Britain in London. I saw some […]
My first steps
“I would rather die of passion than of boredom.” – Vincent Van Gogh When I started experimenting with abstract art I did not know where to start. ‘How do you put something you feel onto canvas? How?’ I found myself experimenting with different paints such as watercolours, gouache, oil and of course acrylic paint. For […]