A year ago today I created loveyoursCA! I still remember having the ideas and thinking if any of it was possible. I'm so glad I went out of my comfort zone and decided to create this space. It's been an amazing year of creating art, sharing my story, doing custom orders, and attending craft fairs.... Continue Reading →
I love looking back at the art I've done. It all started back in 2014 when Taylor Swift released 1989. Her watercolor painting and her album really inspired me to start painting. I've always been creative, but the last time I painted with watercolors was back in high school and even then it was only once or... Continue Reading →
"We may be different but we are also very much the same. I know that we all want the basic things in life. To feel loved, important, worthy, and safe. When we open up and let ourselves be vulnerable we learn so much more about ourselves and the world. We are one. We truly are.... Continue Reading →
Some days I still don't believe that I have an eating disorder. I still remember sitting in the room at the eating disorder clinic, explaining myself and being told I have the 'characteristics' of the most common ones. Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge Eating. Learning about them more made me realize that I've had... Continue Reading →
One of the main reasons I love to paint is because I use quotes or lyrics that help me stay grounded. If I'm having a bad day painting and looking up quotes or listening to music for lyrics helps me relax. Below is a photo of eight pieces of artwork that I want YOU to... Continue Reading →
Every art piece I create usually goes through a different process. I either paint free hand or sketch and then paint over that. Sometimes I'll leave the watercolour for a softer look. Other times I'll go over with pen to add details to make the flowers 'pop'. Below is a photo of four art pieces,... Continue Reading →
It's almost been a year since I've blogged on here about LoveYoursCA. I've had so many ideas in my mind and I want to make a habit of posting on here weekly.. posting progress pictures of my art and explanations of why I choose certain quotes or lyrics.. So much has happened since I've posted... Continue Reading →
CANADA DAY!! Was absolutely amazing.. I put my fears aside and decided to sell my artwork at a craft fair. It was so much fun socializing and talking to people about my art and why I do this. I am so happy with how it turned out even though I didn't have as many sales... Continue Reading →
I've become so thankful for the friendships I do have. People get to choose who they want in their lives and the fact that some choose me warms my heart. I realized that I really need connections and people who care in my life. I'm not the most social person and making friends has never... Continue Reading →
