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Work hard / play hard. Dan and I have been talking a lot about the lifestyle we want to lead — like, if we had all the freedom in the world, how would we balance our time? At first, we played with the idea of lounging on beaches and skiing and traveling... but why? What good does that do? How is that fulfilling? How does it help others? Don’t get me wrong, rest is glorious and needed, and adventures are basically what I live for... but having a purpose and a mission is as life-giving as any of that. ⁣
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How much work vs. how much play? I hope this is a lifelong pursuit because it means life is full & fully beautiful. ⁣
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As an artist this question is extra tricky because my joy and passion and hobby are also my livelihood. I’m mixing business and pleasure CONSTANTLY. 🤷🏻‍♀️⁣
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So ya, were balancing and juggling over here... but I do know one thing: I want to see these smiles for the REAST OF MY LIFE. That part we’ve figured out 💯. ⁣
How do you balance work and play? What are your ultimate goals in this area? Would you take an endless vacation if it was handed to you?

The best sort of creativity is so generous that it fills me as the maker, spills out of my hands and on to the canvas, and in to the form of something you can see and value and be inspired by too! ⁣
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TBH, the more I come to understand creativity the more I am confused. What a beautiful means of communication. What a language to speak. What a baffling, endless thing to pursue. But also, WHAT IS IT. Why do we communicate this way and why is it so precious? ⁣
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Do you know what else I’m realizing? Were it not for you, the impact of my efforts would be massively diminished. The meaning and magic of the process happens when YOU see it and YOU comprehend and appreciate what you see — only them has the full scope of the creative process been successful. ⁣
How cool is that? ⁣
My creative practice is completely only when you take part in it. So thank you. Truly. ⁣
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I hung this canvas on my wall last August. The inspiration for this commission was Southern France, so I bundled up my whole family, hopped on a plane, flew to Paris, took a train through southern France, ended in Spain and then came back to the studio with a mental library full of landscape inspiration. ☺️ ⁣
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This adventure was really just a fortunate happen-chance , but I love that I have such a connection to this painting because of our little family adventure. ⁣ Waaaaay more fun then scrolling through a library of images. ☺️
And now, months later, I am sending it off to an NYC apartment where it will live free and wild in the world, bringing fresh vibes and open-air breezes along with it... ⁣
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But, I must admit, I’m going to miss having its presence in my studio. We’ve been together for a while and we have all evolved and grown as a result. The babe agrees.

Tomorrow we begin a new adventure. Tomorrow “Making Art Work” officially begins and my GOODNESS the energy coming from this new community has been unbelievably positive and empowering! I am so honored to be going on this 12 week / lifelong journey alongside such people. ⁣
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But you know what? This course is not magic and I have never claimed that it is. ⁣
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This week we are going to spend dedicated time discussing sustainability and goals and finding your highest work and creating work from a unique perspective — and THIS IS THE MAGIC. ⁣
The fact that you are sitting in stillness, honoring your dreams and goals and work and the value of your future. ⁣
Listen to your ambitious heart for just a moment like she is not crazy, thinking too big, or needing to be shushed. ⁣
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No good thing begins unless a bold heart is allowed to dream. ⁣
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We allllll need a little more of that wild freedom in our lives.

#makingartworkcourse #whpfavoritecolor

Julie and I have hosted several Creative Retreats together thus far, each one building upon the last, each one becoming more and more beautiful.
One of my favorite parts of this experience is watching the retreat guests settle into their grove, becoming life-long friends with each other (that creative-glow shared all around.) It is a really, really special vibe. ⁣
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If you’re curious about what a Willow Gathering Creative Retreat is, go visit my highlights! I unfold the days for you, offering a glimpse inside this special week. ⁣
And if you’d like to join us, I’d love to see you there!! ⁣
We will be in Spain (aka, heaven) October 1-5!⁣
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Have you ever attended a creative retreat? Or any retreat for that matter! If so, then you KNOW! It is a life-changing event if you allow it to be. 💫💫

We bought a piano at the beginning of the year because, honestly, I needed a hobby. I have a tendency to turn all my passions and hobbies into some sort of business outlet. Can you relate? 😵⁣
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It’s a magical skill, but not one that is incredibly healthy.
Before going to college I thought about being a professional musician and decided a FIRM NO. Nope. Not for me. ⁣⁣
Performing stresses me out and brought me no joy — and I love playing my own thing more than I love practicing... 🤷🏻‍♀️ So now this is something that is just for me. ⁣⁣
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For us. ⁣⁣
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Watching my daughters and husband begin to love music on a tangible, physical way is really really special. ⁣
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What are your hobbies?

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