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The Shift

Beautiful prints on Canson papers courtesy of @renerodzart

Semi caught up on work projects so taking some time today to load up the Shopify shop. My sister in SF sent me some beautiful prints she had done for me from Dick Blick- they are on nice Canson papers and the colors are lush! My sister is also an artist and she's painting some lovely watercolors- you can check her out on Instagram @renerodzart

So a little admin time today and also I started a new piece I'm excited to jump in to.
It is actually based on the little print up there, "Las Grutas". Really enjoying exploring textures and different techniques of late. I feel like I had to go inward to next level myself..so no exhibits, no stressful deadlines and competitions. Just the pure art of creating/exploring and leaving the world to its own devices. I AM LOVING IT.
Since jumping off facebook I have found myself filling my time with not just more creating but more learning. I've been watching tutorials on resin pouring, yupo paper and alcohol inks and even how to make a proper sage bundle 🌞 I've been scouting out mushrooms and taking more Nature photos.
And not being a total recluse in the woods- I've been having quality hang outs with friends. Sharing a meal. Watching a band. Taking time out of the day for a small visit. Not feeling stressed or pressured to be "social". Meditating and focusing on the "now" has slowed life down and I am appreciating the shift.
I look at which direction the clouds are slowly moving, I notice the shift in season and weather. I tune myself in to the quality of the day.
Today I play like a child in the studio, do some work-work and go catch Ozzy with a dear friend this evening.
A small "cold front" has come in and it's my favorite....anticipation for real Fall weather soon. 🍁🍂
Enjoy the day!

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