On our journey to discover our true selves, it's essential to embrace all the unique aspects that make us who we are. Acknowledging both our strengths and our weaknesses helps shape our identity. By appreciating our imperfections and celebrating our achievements, we foster growth and cultivate self-love. Ultimately, this path of self-discovery is an adventure, filled with ups and downs, leading us to the core of our true essence.

As a kid I loved capturing the magic of women’s faces in my artwork; the way their eyes held a thousand stories, or a secret behind their smile. I spent hours trying to capture not just their likeness, but the essence of their spirit. My passion for portraying women in art was just the beginning of a lifelong journey to celebrate and uplift the feminine spirit in all its forms.

I never set foot in art school, but that didn’t stop me from creating! In the spring of 2014, I created my first mixed media piece—though, truth be told, it’s a total blur now! Armed with fresh supplies and a burning curiosity, I dove headfirst into the colorful chaos, and boy, did I have a blast!

Ever had your creative mojo take a sudden vacation, leaving you in a pit of creative despair? Picture this: you're on a roll for ages, designing and crafting like a pro, and then wham! The inspiration well runs dry, and you start to wonder if it's packed its bags forever. Scary stuff, right?

When you start seeking, you’ll be dazzled by all the wonders sprouting from unexpected places - a rebellious crack in the pavement, the ancient grooves of a tree’s bark, or the kaleidoscope of colors in a flower’s petals. Nature's art show is always on, waiting for us to soak in her stunning sights!

If you ever find yourself lucky enough to visit the magical Hawaiian Islands, make sure to bask in EVERY drop of natural beauty they offer. Soak in every texture, pattern and vivid color! You never know when a dazzling flower, hidden cove, or tranquil sunset might spark your next masterpiece.

Collaboration and camaraderie are musts for a thriving creative community. When we team up and cheer each other on, magic happens! We don't just uplift artists; we create a vibrant community where creativity blooms and thrives.

Finding your unique voice as an artist is one thing, but how do you do that when you love so many different things? For many multi-passionate artists, it seems almost impossible! You are not alone in this struggle.

Sure, artwork can take you on an emotional journey, conjure up deep thoughts and wow you but did you know that just looking at art can actually boost your happiness?

Sometimes despite how much you love your style, you get that feeling of being stuck or a deep desire to branch out and try something new. For some that means using your style with a different medium or perhaps taking a workshop for something completely new.

Who’s ready for a change? With the new year comes a new chapter here at Creatively Misty. I don’t know about y’all but I personally love change. For me it’s all about growth and living your journey.