Although I made art as a kid and as a student in school, as an adult I did not believe I could paint full time. Cultivation of my gifts, whatever they might be, was only one part of being a daughter, sister, partner, wage earner, friend, and citizen. However, two years ago I decided to give it a try. I began a program of self-directed study to practice art as a profession. It turns out not to be … [Read more...]