After spending a lifetime in the arts, I’ve come to the conclusion that just continuing to do the work and getting joy from it is what matters most.

I’ve created a bunch of these fun “let’s play” exercises for when I get stuck or I’m feeling the hum-drums!

So many artists strive for perfection. I want to change that mindset!

One of my favorite things to do with my grandchildren is art projects!

I'm going to show you an easy, fun way that you can find a collection of colors that you love, that are your own unique style, and you don't even have to take out the paint!

I am often asked what items I use to create my art. Several people have asked what are my favorite tools to paint with. I thought it would be fun to share with you My 12 Favorite Painting Tools.

There are so many ways to start a painting, it can be overwhelming at times! I have written down my personal steps to starting a painting, hopefully this guide will help you get started.

Finding your art style can be an extremely personal journey, but it doesn’t have to be a lonely one.

If I could have coffee, or a glass of wine, with anyone it would be Henri Matisse.

Recently I’ve been interested in improving my writing skills. You see, expressing myself with words has always been something I’ve struggled with.

Where in the world would you ever hear someone telling you this? That mistakes are great!…

Are you ever bored with your painting process? Or is how you’re painting become routine?

Let’s just begin by saying right out loud…I am a risk taker…

Creativity and “thinking outside the box” moments seem to come when you have lots of restrictions and constraints on you and you’re forced to do something different.

WANT TO LEARN a fun shortcut to finding your unique color choices?

RECENTLY I’VE BEEN interested in improving my writing skills. You see, expressing myself with words has always been something I’ve struggled with. The way my mind works is that I see images in my head and I try to translate those images into words.

WHERE IN THE world would you ever hear someone telling you this? That mistakes are great!

WORKING WITH MULTI-LAYERS can add so much depth and richness to abstract painting. In this video you’ll watch me work on four pieces at a time that already have several layers on them. The next layer is the collage one.

WHY DOES SEATTLE artist Nino Yuniardi name his abstract paintings after foods?

I’VE CREATED A bunch of these fun “let’s play” exercises.