FREE HOLIDAY GIFT TAGS FOR YOU!
Enjoy these downloadable gift tags to cut out and stick to your presents for some extra creative flair this holiday season!
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Free Painting Videos to Fill Your Inspiration Cup
Who’s ready for a brand new year? I am. I am! I believe that strengthening our brave, intuitive muscles (both on and off the canvas) is more important than ever before, so to give you a little jumpstart of creative inspiration I’m happy to share some of my favorite videos with you.
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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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FROM STUCK —> TO FEELIN’ IT :: A ROAD MAP THROUGH PAINTERS BLOCK
LAST NIGHT WAS THE PERFECT NIGHT TO PAINT.
My schedule was clear, the air felt delicious and it was still light out at 9pm. I turned up the music, cleaned off my palette, lit a candle, burned some sage and hung a halfway finished painting on the wall. To be honest, I wasn’t feeling incredibly inspired, but typically I just need to START in order to find my rhythm.
So, I started…
I choose a few of my fave colors of the moment (grey, yellow, violet, magenta and white), and began to move the paint around. I tried out some of my signature moves, turned the canvas upside down and waited for the magic to take hold. Any minute now…
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GETTING HONEST WITH ORLY AVINERI
Join Orly and I in the studio as we consider the topics of honesty, vulnerability, and bridging the gap between how we live and how we create.
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GRATITUDE, GIFTIES, + INSPIRATION IN 2019!
Hello, 2019! Today I’m sharing some of my favorite blogs from 2018 to inspire you for the coming year.
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GRIEF + GRACE: HOW CREATIVITY HOLDS AND HEALS
This week I get personal and share about how grief has shaped me… and my painting process
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GROWING OLDER = GETTING WISER = FREEING UP
THE BEAUTY OF AGING
When I received an invitation from Susannah Conway to participate in a blog series about the AWESOMENESS of aging, I got full body goose bumps, aka “truth bumps.”
How refreshing to focus on the positive aspects of aging, rather than replaying the same old, “how to hold onto your youth” conversation, over and over again.
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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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HEY, FLORA! HOW DO I AVOID CREATING MUDDY COLORS?
If you’ve ever wondered how to create your colors looking bright and fresh, while avoiding unwanted “muddy” colors, this episode of Hey Flora is here to help!
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HEY, FLORA! HOW DO YOU MAKE THOSE PERFECT DRIPS?
Today I’ll be sharing a painting demo with my tips on drips!
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HEY, FLORA! WHAT ARE YOUR TOP 5 FAVORITE COLORS?
Today’s Hey, Flora! Episode is all about color… find out what colors I would take with me if I was stranded on a desert island!
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HEY, FLORA! WHAT IS YOUR ADVICE TO YOUNG ARTISTS?
In today’s episode of “Hey, Flora!” I share my advice to young artist who are just starting out and want to become professional artists.
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HOW CREATIVITY HEALS: A CONVERSATION WITH SHILOH SOPHIA
I recently had the honor of meeting teacher, artist, poet and founder of Intentional Creativity, Shiloh Sophia. I’m guessing many of you already know Shiloh, but if not, I’m honored to make the introduction.
About a month ago, Shiloh was in Portland teaching a workshop in my studio, so of course I had to steal her away to record a couple of couch chats in my living room. As suspected, we hit it off like dear old friends.
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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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HOW THE HECK DO YOU TITLE A PAINTING?
Hi everyone! In this week’s Hey Flora: Weekly Tidbits for Your Creative Adventure, I’m answering the question, “How do you title your paintings?” from Elias.
While there is certainly no formula for how to choose a title for a painting (in fact, titling your paintings is totally optional!), I’m happy to share a few of my own tricks for what can sometimes feel like tricky territory.
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HOW TO FINISH A PAINTING
I often hear people say that FINISHING their intuitive paintings is the hardest part of the process. And I totally get it. I would LOVE to help you all with this, so in this week’s Hey Flora episode, I’m offering up a few helpful tips about finishing intuitive paintings.
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HOW TO NAVIGATE UNSOLICITED FEEDBACK
In this week’s Hey Flora, I answer a question from Grace, who writes in about the delicate dynamic of receiving unsolicited feedback.
Has this ever happened to you?
Someone sees your painting and spontaneously begins to offer tips, critiques, and ideas. Sometimes this advice is absolutely welcome, and sometimes — not so much.
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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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HOW TO SELL PAINTINGS AND KEEP THE IMAGES FOREVER!
The one regret I have in my career as an artist is that I didn’t professionally document my earlier paintings. In this week’s Hey Flora episode, I’m answering these questions, “When you’re documenting your work, how do you pay the photographer? Per photo, per session, per month? How does it all work?”
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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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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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I MADE A CHILDREN’S BOOK! (THE KIND ADULTS LIKE TOO)
I am so pleased to share with you my new children’s book that I created with my dear friend Pixie Lighthorse!
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I’M SHARING A FULL LENGTH CREATIVE EXERCISE FROM THE CREATIVE REVOLUTION E-COURSE!
I believe shifting creative gears is an essential part of staying inspired and developing your own unique style. Discover a fun creative exercise in today’s video in my blog!
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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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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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INTRODUCING FRESH PAINT, THE BOOK!
Today I’m excited to tell you about the brand new book I created with my dear friend, Lynzee Lynx
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INTRODUCING HEY FLORA: WEEKLY TIDBITS FOR YOUR CREATIVE ADVENTURE!
I’m embarking on a fun new offering called, Hey Flora: Weekly Tidbits for Your Creative Adventure, and I’m happy to share the very first episode with you today!
In each Hey Flora episode, I’ll answer one burning (or not so burning) question about my Brave Intuitive Painting process or creative entrepreneurship. I’ll share these short videos each Monday’s through my News, Art, Love newsletter.
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INTRODUCING THE PAINTING SESSIONS!
There’s something pretty magical about watching an intuitive painting come to life from start to finish. To offer you a front row seat to this mesmerizing experience, I’ve created a unique online offering called The Painting Sessions.
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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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INTUTIVE PAINTING ON CREATIVEBUG!
Friends. I’ve been keeping this excitement under wraps for awhile, but today is the day I finally get to share it with you!
A few months ago, I had the pleasure of filming a three-part Intuitive Painting class in my Portland studio with the fine folks from Creativebug, and my first class is launching today!
If you’re not already in the know, allow me to fill you in on the sweetest deal ever. This awesome site offers you access to hundreds of art classes for just $4.95/month…
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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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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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JANUARY STUDIO DIARY + FREE COLOR MIXING VIDEO
One of my favorite ways to explore new territory and keep things interesting is to mix up my own new colors.
In one of this month’s videos, I share a few super easy tips on how to mix your own colors. Mixing colors is such an awesome way to keep the spark of inspiration alive in your work. It’s also a powerful way to set your paintings apart with colors that are all your own.
I’m happy to give you an idea of what you will find in each Studio Diary by offering you a free peek at this month’s Color Mixing video.
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JOIN JULIA CAMERON AND ME IN SANTA FE (+ WALK ON FIRE!)
Today I’m sharing about a very special event called, The Gathering of the Creatives, in Santa Fe, September 20 – 22, 2019. I would love for you to join me!
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JOIN ME IN THE HUDSON VALLEY + A NEW VIDEO!
Today I’m sharing a video about the purpose of creativity in these times, as well as an invitation to join me live at the Omega Institute!
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KEEPING IT FRESH WITH THE ART OF LAYERING
In this week’s Hey Flora: Weekly Tidbits for Your Creative Adventure, I offer some simple ways to keep your colors fresh, while staying in your creative flow.
If you’ve ever struggled with muddy colors or experienced creative block, this one’s for you!
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KNOWING WHEN TO SHIFT~*~ (AND A SWEET SUMMER SALE!)
LOOKING BACK
Four years ago, I was invited to teach my very first painting class at Squam Art Workshops in New Hampshire.
Although I had never shared my painting philosophies before (or even considered doing so for that matter), the timing felt divine.
I was ready for a shift.
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LESSONS IN LOVE + A CAREGIVERS GIVEAWAY (WINNERS ANNOUNCED!)
I RECENTLY CAME ACROSS THIS QUOTE, AND IT REALLY HIT HOME.
I thought, “This is it. This is what it means to really love. It is art of the highest order.”
If you have been following along with me on Facebook and Instagram recently, you know I have been sharing a deeply personal story — a story of love. My dear friend and professional photographer, Tara Morris, also documented my journey in this beautiful and intimate blog post.
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LET’S TALK ABOUT THE FEAR OF “RUINING” A PAINTING
Today I am excited to share tips about moving through blocks to finish a painting.
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LETTING GO WHAT YOU LIKE TO MAKE ROOM FOR WHAT YOU LOVE + OTHER TIPS ON LAYERING
I love how this week’s Hey Flora question is disguised as a painting question, but can actually be applied to life in so many ways.
Our question comes from a Studio Diaries participant, and she writes:
“I have a hard time simplifying. The first layers are pretty chaotic, and then I feel like I just paint over them. How do I simplify without just painting over everything.”
This is a great question for anyone who paints in layers or anyone who struggles with simplification in life off the canvas! In this video I offer a few super simple tips about the magic of translucent paint, letting go of what you like, focusing on what you love, and working with what’s working.
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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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MANIFESTING YOUR CREATIVE DREAM TRIBE
Hi everyone! In this week’s Hey Flora: Weekly Tidbits for Your Creative Adventure, I’m sharing my thoughts on how to manifest the dreamiest creative community you can imagine.
If you’ve ever dreamed of attending super inspiring art gatherings or longed for more connection with like-hearted creatives, check this one out.
It’s actually easier than you think!
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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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MOVEMENT SEQUENCES
I’ve never been able to sit still for very long, and if you’ve ever watched me paint, you’ve probably noticed I like to dance my way across the canvas. I made a little video to offer you a Mini Movement Exercise to play with right now!
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MY 2021 IN PERSON RETREAT SCHEDULE!
I’m so pleased to get to share three opportunities to gather this year, in person!
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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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MY CREATIVE LULL + CURRENT BREAKTHROUGH!
I gotta be honest with you, I haven’t felt super inspired to paint for the past few years. Yikes, I said it. However, I have been examining what kinds of shifts might get me back in the flow. I can’t wait to share my breakthroughs with you!
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My Favorite Soulful Gifts From the Heart
If you’re looking for gifts that are incredible to receive, while directly supporting the makers, doers, and creators behind them, I’ve got some ideas for you! Supporting artists and changemakers who spark inspiration, catalyze change, and create products that soothe the soul feels like an act of love and justice in itself, and I’m happy to share some of my personal favorites with you here.
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MY FERTILITY JOURNEY (GETTING PERSONAL WITH THIS ONE)
I’m a big believer in the power of sharing our personal stories, and I finally feel ready to share this one with you. Thank you for allowing my vulnerability.
Behind the scenes of painting and teaching and all that I do, I’ve been on a very tender fertility journey for the past four years. As I moved through the rollercoaster of it all, I felt the need to keep it very private…until now.
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