In this episode of Behind the Brush, I'm joined by artist Lauri Prins, a Minnesota-based painter known for her timeless sailboats, gardens, and classic blue-and-white pieces.

We dive into Lauri's journey from graphic design and decorative painting back to fine art and how a simple 30-day sketchbook challenge helped her rebuild confidence, find her rhythm again, and loosen up her style in ways she didn't expect.

We also talk about the practical side of actually making art consistently: things like timers, studio setup, and why making painting convenient might be the most underrated strategy out there.

If you've been overthinking your work, struggling to stay consistent, or waiting for inspiration to show up… this episode will give you a much simpler way forward.

Key Takeaways:

• [0:02:44] Raised on Art: Growing Up in a Collector's Home

• [0:04:33] From BFA to Brushes: Graphic Design and Decorative Roots

• [0:08:35] Florida Color Fix: Travel as Creative Fuel

• [0:11:51] 30-Day Sketchbook Sprint: Timers, Tools, and Daily Reps

• [0:41:06] Make It Convenient: The Friction-Free Path to Painting

Recommendations

Canvas Lamp -

https://www.shopcanvas.co/

Masterson Sta-Wet Palette https://www.dickblick.com/products/masterson-sta-wet-premier-palette/

Storage Cabinet https://www.harborfreight.com/46-in-9-drawer-mobile-storage-cabinet-with-solid-wood-top-white-57439.html

Let's Keep the Conversation Going:

Connect with Lori:

Instagram: @lauridprins

Website: lauriprins.com

https://kpartcollective.com/collections/laurin-prins

Connect with Kelly on Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/behindthebrush_kellypelfrey

https://www.instagram.com/kellypelfreyart KP Art Collective - http://kpartcollective.com/

https://kellypelfrey.com/