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Over the past week I have been contemplating the (apparent) deep division among Americans, and I have wondered how I can personally address this issue as an artist. On the day of the presidential election, I was greatly surprised by the results, and I spent the entire...

Over the past month, my older son, who is four years old, has been participating in several new activities. Music on Mondays, Soccer on Tuesdays and Saturdays, Tumbling on Sundays. I shuttle him around to these classes, and for the most part, I am required to stay on...

Next week, we are excited to host an Enchanted Forest Summer Camp for elementary age students. If you can't participate, try making these crafts at home, and keep your eyes peeled for our art camps in 2025 (with half and full day options). I hope you enjoy this free...

Summer is a great time to play outside, read more, and of course, make more art! We're thrilled to share this free art resource with you, combining play, books, and art. Enjoy! 5 Days of Pete the Cat Crafts: Making Art Inspired by Books Books for Art Inspiration: Pete...

Over the past couple months, a handful of friends have sent me links for articles and podcasts interviewing Jonathan Haidt. Haidt is a social psychologist whose new book, “The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental...

Recently, I have come across multiple articles and podcasts that discuss the ways in which social media has become toxic—the hours wasted, the link to mental illness, the secret advertising to minors–I could go on and on.  There is undeniable truth to these arguments,...

Here's the challenge: make or do something creative every day this month! Be your own guide, or use the ideas/prompts below for inspiration. Whether you make art for a living, or dabble in creativity to relax or have fun, I will be cheering for you! If you choose to...

Last night I hosted a workshop called Crafting for Mental Health. Participants included physician's assistants, nurses, paramedics, pediatricians, lab techs, and administrators. We made Valentine-themed cards, and people who have been working within the same building...

Instead of making that boring new year's resolution that you always make and don't keep (ie lose weight, make new friends, sleep more etc.) resolve to be creative in 2024! This is a low commitment resolution that anyone can do, and I'll tell you how. 1). Keep a Doodle...

The holidays are here and there are too many gift choices to count! Here are our top picks from our shop and event calendar. We've got something for everyone on your list! For the baby: Purchase a Baby Bird Art session for the littlest artist in your life! We'll be...

As the weather turns, it's time to stock up on craft supplies! Before shopping, brainstorm ideas for thoughtful DIY holiday gifts and projects for snowy days, and create a shopping list (so you're not tempted to buy everything)! Here are 3 simple projects (using...

A Few of My Favorite (Local) Visual Artists I love learning about and meeting local artists. Sometimes they are easy to find and sometimes not! It's important to know about and support these artists, because they directly and indirectly influence the vibrancy of our...