Today’s post feels forced, but I guess that’s just what is going on with me this week for the most part. I am lacking inspiration for what to write now that I’ve stopped “excavating”, and although I’ve done some creative expression, it’s less than I want to do. This post is mostly to help me get my creative juices flowing!

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It’s rainy and dark outside today, and I feel like my mood is mirroring the weather. I’m looking at some art projects in progress and thinking about several birthdays coming up next week, which means I have birthday cards to make!

Something new I’ve been doing for the last year is using paint markers or watercolor pencils to decorate birthday cards for some of my closest friends and family. I think I’ll set up a little art station at the dining table tonight and just see what comes out. Emily, my sister, and my mom all have birthdays next week! Here are some of the cards I’ve created over the last year.

After my qigong teacher training this morning, I went to Canopy’s open studios with a friend. It was inspiring to talk to some of the artists and just be in that creative energy for an hour. I am starting to feel more comfortable identifying as an artist. When I see other artists, I think about how courageous they are to make their art and to share it. I’m making more art and sharing a little. Later this month, I’m entering one of my artworks in a contest and will be sure to share about that soon! 🙂

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