My daughter and I had a talk this weekend about how much isolation sucks. After some tears, we brainstormed ways to cope; set goals, establish some routines, and envision yourself after the isolation. It all comes back to wellness.  Fitness, Read More ...

A good book can inspire tidal waves of creativity. When asked which books have inspired me to be creative, this is my first seven. These books make me smile. They have inspired my art making and creativity as well as Read More ...

There is a spaciousness in these long days, a relationship of fear to hope, and radical shifts happening to us during this pandemic.  And I think this:  In this crazy and out of control situation, we have our own radical work to do. There are challenges ahead to the way Read More ...

I recorded this episode about a month ago, before everything seemed to crumble.  But upon reflection, I think it is worth posting. I do feel like having a temper tantrum right now.  And it’s totally okay and even healthy to do it. When things are going to sh*t, a good Read More ...

The past three days in Seattle have been an indescribable emotional journey. How can I help myself and my family face the facts of the new life that is rapidly unfolding in front of us?  I seek to enter it with love, trust, an open space to feel everything: loss Read More ...

I am living in Seattle during an unprecedented time. It’s a new world; mandated work-from-home, 6 week school shut downs and online learning, social distancing and collective hand washing and disinfecting.  My main question: When will the increasing restrictions stop and we simply be left alone to deal with creating Read More ...

What does it mean to be an artist? Do you consider yourself one?  What you think matters a lot to this conversation.  And I’ll tell you why.  It’s a big missing piece of the creative habit puzzle. Equally as important, your emotions drive you.  If they didn’t drive you, change Read More ...

It is hard work to create new habits and requires structure, techniques and a lot of meaning making. In this episode I share some nitty-gritty tips, techniques, and structures designed to make it enticing to get into the studio.  I’ve used these techniques anytime I want to change or create Read More ...

Do you struggle keeping a creative practice on a daily, weekly or monthly basis?  Establishing an Art Ritual may be just what you need to tip your practice into a regular groove.  In this episode I talk about why an Art Ritual is important and the three things you need Read More ...

There is nothing like travel to push you out of your comfort zone, introduce you to new ideas and new art forms, and expand your creative living and art-making potential.  This podcast is dedicated to the inspirations and stories I explored in Marrakech and the Sahara with my family in Read More ...