SEEKING STARS FOR BLOOM TRUE LIVE!
On October 17 – 21, 2018, I’ll be filming a full-length Bloom True Workshop, with all the bells and whistles, and I’m seeking eight wonderful participants to be the stars of the show.
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YOUR AUGUST DESKTOP CALENDAR IS HERE!
I created this downloadable August 2018 desktop calendar just for you. Enjoy!
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THIS NEW PAINTING TAUGHT ME SO MUCH!
I’m excited to share with you today what I learned from painting a new commission, and how this unique challenge helped me see the process in a whole new way.
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YOUR JULY DESKTOP CALENDAR IS HERE!
I created this downloadable July 2018 desktop calendar just for you. Enjoy!
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HOW TO STOP OVERTHINKING + GET BACK IN YOUR FLOW
If you’ve ever gotten stuck in your head in the middle of the painting process, you’re not alone. Today I’ve compiled some crucial tools to breathe life back into your paintings, so you can move forward courageously and confidently.
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ANSWERS TO YOUR BURNING QUESTIONS
Today I’m sharing all 17 Hey Flora episodes in one place! Get ready for some serious inspiration and answers to your burning questions inside.
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Your June Desktop Calendar is Here!
I created this downloadable June 2018 desktop calendar just for you, featuring my painting “Ripple Effect”. Enjoy!
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NEW HEY FLORA EPISODE: HOW OFTEN DO YOU PAINT?
If you’ve ever wondered how to balance your creative painting practice with your life and business, this “Hey Flora” is for you. In this episode I talk about how I manage my time to keep my cup full of inspiration.
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HOW TO PRICE YOUR ARTWORK? A NEW EPISODE OF “HEY FLORA” IS HERE!
I know the act of putting a price tag on our heartfelt creations and sending them out into the world can feel vulnerable and overwhelming. In today’s “Hey Flora”, I share my favorite tips for fairly pricing your artwork.
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THIS MIGHT JUST UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE FREEDOM
If you are wondering how to balance imagery you’ve found in life while staying open to inspiration and change in the Brave Intuitive Painting process, this blog is for you!
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THE CLOSEST THING TO A FLORA PODCAST
In the last couple weeks, I did two Live Q + A Sessions where I answered all kinds of fun questions about the creative process, art business, inspirations, offerings, and ya know, important things like my favorite shoes. Watch them here!
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A CRUCIAL TIP TO FINDING YOUR STYLE + SOME OF MY FAVORITE ARTISTS!
Have you ever wondered how to “find inspiration” from someone else’s art without copying or being overly derivative of their style? This is a great thing to think about! In this blog I talk about some of my favorite artists inspiring me right now, and how to cultivate your own personal style that sources inspiration while being uniquely yours.
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5 WORDS THAT DISSOLVED MY FEAR + OTHER BLESSINGS FROM HAWAII
Aloha! I had the great fortune of spending the past two weeks filling my cup in beautiful Hawaii, and I’m happy to share some of the blessings I received along the way.
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SIX TIPS FOR BOOSTING YOUR CREATIVE CONFIDENCE RIGHT NOW
Creativity is one of those things that requires you to step into some pretty uncharted territory, often with no plan at all. So, of course, you’re gonna be a little nervous — anything can happen out there on the wilds of your canvas! Today I’ll share with you some tips I’ve learned over there years that will hopefully breathe some fresh confidence beneath your creative wings.
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ONE SIMPLE TRICK TO BRING YOUR PAINTINGS TO LIFE!
If you’re feeling in a rut with the imagery or shapes you’re using in your paintings, I’m happy to share one simple trick that might change everything. I remember the exact moment this concept occurred to me. It was about fifteen years ago, and I was out walking on my birthday with my sketchbook. Read the rest of the story in the blog!
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MEDICINAL POETRY WITH NIEMA LIGHTSEED IS HERE!
Today’s the day I get to introduce you to Niema Lightseed, one of the most gentle, soulful, and authentic women I know. Niema’s course, Medicinal Poetry: Using the Healing Art of Writing to Activate Your Inner Muse is the very first offering featured in The Collective, and it feels like the perfect way to kick off this new collaborative adventure. I know you’re going to love her.
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IT’S TIME TO LIFT EACHOTHER UP. PRESENTING THE COLLECTIVE
It’s time to lift each other up! I meet so many amazing souls who have something truly unique to share. However, they often lack the practical bits like video equipment, an online platform, or an audience to receive their gifts. For years, I’ve dreamed about how I could collaboratively support these women to bring their extraordinary messages to a larger audience. Today I’ll talk about my newest online offering!
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INTRODUCING: REAL TIME
Looking forward, I’ve been asking myself how to offer something that feels truly useful and inspiring, while also honoring my need for creative freedom, spaciousness and rest. I’ve come up with something that feels like the perfect solution. I’m calling it Real Time, and I made a little video to give you the scoop. Check it out here!
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A YEAR OF CREATIVE GIFTS!
I cherish the days at the end of each year to reflect on all that’s transpired over the past twelve months and to consciously plant new intentions for the coming year. To honor this past year, I’m happy to share a few of my favorite creative tidbits, videos, interviews and downloadable PDFs from 2017.
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20 ALTERNATIVES TO MINDLESS SCROLLING (YOUR CREATIVE SPIRIT WILL THANK YOU!)
Friends. I’ve noticed something about humans these days, and I’m guessing you’ve noticed it too. Whenever we have a spare moment that’s not filled with some kind of stimulation, we reach for our devices to fill the space. I’ve been working hard to set up new boundaries and create healthier patterns around my relationship to technology, and I’m happy to share some of my tricks with you today.
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FREE DOWNLOADABLE GIFT TAGS + AWESOME GIFTS
Today I have a little gift for you. My amazing right-hand gal, Tina, had the brilliant idea of creating some free downloadable gift tags for you, and voila — here they are!
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HOW FILLING THE WELL LEADS TO INSPIRED ACTION
If you’ve ever wondered how, or if, making art and flexing your creative muscles contributes to the world in a truly impactful and meaningful way, you’re not alone. Watch the video to hear about the breakthrough I recently experienced when teaching a workshop in Northern California.
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PAINTING SESSIONS EPISODE TWELVE: SNEAK PEEK
In this session, I added some spice to my painting process by creating a “Painting Prompts” game. As a result, the painting went through many interesting incarnations and eventually turned into something truly special and unique. Watch the video inside for sneak peek of the process!
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GUEST BLOG: 5 TIPS TO CREATE AN INSPIRING TINY ART SPACE
Desha Peacock joins us for a guest blog today to share some tips on how to create a space to do your art, even if you have a small space. In her new book, Your Creative Work Space, she interviewed Flora to learn how she’s created her own sweet spot work space, plus she’ll share some more sage advice from other creatives that were featured in the book.
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MY BIGGEST PAINTING SALE TO DATE!
I’m getting ready to move into my new backyard studio, and this means I’m clearing house! I honestly haven’t put much effort into selling my original paintings for the past seven years, so this is a pretty rare and exciting moment in Flora history.
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PAINTING SESSIONS EPISODE ELEVEN: SNEAK PEEK
In this Session, I explore something I’ve been inspired to try for some time, and the process results in a big breakthrough! If you’re curious about adding more mixed media elements and personal ephemera into your paintings, this Session is a must watch.
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I BELIEVE CREATIVITY CAN SAVE THE WORLD. HERE’S WHY.
As I watch the incredible turbulence gripping the planet right now, I find myself dreaming about a radically different kind of future – one where our Earth is in balance and all living beings are treated with dignity and respect. This is where creativity comes in. Read more in my blog!
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LIFE BOOK 2018 TEACHER LINEUP + GIVE AWAY
I’m teaching a brand new course on Life Book 2018! Registration for Life Book opens on September 12. The giveaway is now over – thanks to all who entered!
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CREATIVE REVOLUTION CHALLENGE 2017
Inspired by the Creative Revolution E-Course and my ongoing quest to weave more creativity into everyday life, I’ve put together thirty fun prompts for you to explore during the month of September. Download the PDFs today in my blog!
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THE MAGIC KEY TO BRAVE INTUITIVE PAINTING
It took me years to find the words to describe some of the philosophies I use in my Brave Intuitive Painting process. In this week’s Hey Flora Episode, I’m happy to share this golden nugget with you.
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PAINTING SESSIONS EPISODE TEN: SNEAK PEEK
In this month’s Painting Session, I decided to step out of my comfort zone by embracing the world of pure abstraction, and I learned so much. What I found really interesting was how free this process actually made me feel. Take a peek inside!
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I’M TEACHING AT 1440 MULTIVERSITY!
1440 is designed to invite more presence, awareness, and connection to what really matters in life, and I’m honored to be teaching a collaborative workshop with my dear friend, Cvita Mamic, called Beyond the Surface, October 15th – 20th.
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TENDING WHAT IS PRECIOUS
Today on the blog I share my thoughts on loss, sadness, reverence, and gratitude. For as much as these moments hurt, they also invite a deep sense of connection to my own aliveness and compassion. Read more inside.
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CELEBRATING ONE YEAR OF INTUITIVE PAINTING ON CREATIVEBUG!
It’s been so fun to share my approach to painting with the Creativebug community over the past year and to see so many people from around the world discovering their ability to paint intuitively. Learn more here!
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PAINTING SESSIONS EPISODE NINE: SNEAK PEEK
If you’ve ever struggled with finishing a painting or have a stack of unfinished paintings lying around, you’re not alone. If you’re interested in letting go of the old and welcoming the new, check this video out!
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NEED UPLIFTING? CHECK THIS ONE OUT!
With the constant onslaught of heartbreaking news, it’s easy to feel fearful and overwhelmed by the state of the world these days. It’s more important than ever to feed our souls a daily dose of uplifting stories, meaningful experiences, and creative inspiration.
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PAINTING SESSIONS EPISODE EIGHT: SNEAK PEEK
We filmed this Session right after I taught a brand new workshop in New Mexico, so I was feeling all kinds of inspired to try out some new ideas. If you’re interested in moving in new directions in your work, check this video out!
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FREEING UP WITH PAINT!
If you’re seeking more freedom in your creative expression, you’re not alone. Today on my blog I share a downloadable PDF with my favorite tips to invite more freedom into your paintings!
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INSPIRING NEW VIDEO!
Do you ever feel like you’re in a creative rut? As a person who’s been painting for twenty-five years, I know I’ve been in many a rut over the years, but I always seem to dig myself out, and here’s how. Today I share about how I’ve been getting the creative juices flowing again!
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CHANGE THE WAY YOU SEE THE WORLD!
Today I’ll share with you a way I’ve found to integrate simple acts of creative living into my everyday life called Visual Feast, and it’s all about seeing your world through a fresh lens. Enjoy!
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WHY DO WE MAKE ART & HOW DO WE STAY INSPIRED?
Why do we make art? How do we stay inspired? Today in my blog I share a series of prompts to dive deeper into these questions, and my personal reflections in the video inside.
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WHAT ONLINE CLASS IS FOR ME?
For the past seven years, I’ve been pouring my heart into the creation of four innovative online courses, and I’m truly so proud of each and every one of them. Each one is unique, and today I’ll guide you through choosing the perfect course for you!
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TEN THINGS YOU CAN DO RIGHT NOW TO DISCOVER YOUR ONE-OF-A-KIND STYLE
As a creative guide, I often hear people express a deep desire to find their unique style of artistic expression, and I understand. To support you on this journey, I’ve put together a list of ten simple things you can do right now to unearth and nourish your one-of-a-kind creative expression.
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PAINTING SESSIONS EPISODE SEVEN: SNEAK PEEK
This episode of The Painting Sessions offers a fun departure from the past six episodes. The whole experience was one big playful experiment. I hope you enjoy this video sneak peek!
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WHY I HITCHED A RIDE INTO A DISASTER ZONE: MY FIRST PUBLIC SPEECH IS ONLINE!
Last year, I was asked to give my first public speech. Since LOVE was the theme, I decided to share (for the first time publicly) my story of hitching a ride to New Orleans and doing six-months of disaster relief work on the Gulf Coast after Hurricane Katrina — all while living in a makeshift tent. Listen to the whole story here.
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A SERIOUS BURST OF INSPIRATION + SOUL SOOTHING
There comes a time when you need to share the goods. That’s what today’s blog is all about — my own little curated list of goodies that are invigorating, inspiring, and generally soothing my soul lately. Enjoy!
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EPISODE FIVE OF THE PAINTING SESSION: SNEAK PEEK!
In this session, I dive into my Brave Intuitive Painting Process. As always, there were many unexpected twists and turns along the way, and I’m happy to share it all with you in this month’s Painting Session.
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IT’S SHOW AND TELL TIME!
It’s time for a little show and tell. The first week of the Creative Revolution E-Course has been so fantastic! And today I’m excited to give you a little peek inside the revolution by sharing some of the words and creations of my students.
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A PEEK INSIDE CREATIVE REVOLUTION
Today, I’m sharing a little sneak peek inside my new Creative Revolution E-Course to give you an idea about what it looks and feels like.
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THE ART OF ALIVENESS
It’s one thing to paint, sing, or dance (an AMAZING thing, of course!), but it’s a whole different ball of wax to weave your creative spirit into every aspect of your life. Learn more inside!
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