I'm an Artist!

Hi, my name is Heidi, and I'm an artist.

There is no need for a 12 step program today. Just a simple girl taking steps.

Steps toward the person I've always wanted to be. The person who in my heart waited patiently for me to pay attention and to listen to her. She is still cautious, a bit apprehensive I'll force her back into her dark place, but she's gaining strength and pride.

I struggled for years with the statement "I am a writer", because how could I be a "writer" if I hadn't published any of my books yet? This statement I still struggle with. But my art has resurfaced after being buried so long ago. I stopped believing in myself.

I'm not sure what all this means for me. Where I go from here. I don't know that 's it's possible to be a Jack-of-all-trades when it comes to art, crafting and writing. But I'm sure going to try. All I know, is I've never felt so alive, so free.

Anyway, enough with all the sappiness!

Here is what I've painted this week.

I was following techniques in Kelly Rae Roberts book Taking Flight. I was absolutely shocked how well this turned out. I was so bummed I painted this in my journal and not on canvas.

This girl didn't turn out the way I'd invisioned. I imagined something SO different.

I'm still loving my art journaling class. We just finished up week 3 and next week is our last week. I've learned so much the past 3 weeks. I can't imagine where I'd be in my life at this moment if I had chosen not to take the e-course. I've learned many new techniques to add to my tool box and I've learned so much about myself. I truly believe things happen for a reason and this e-course found me at a time that I was ready.

Oh!! Look what else I made yesterday! Keep checking back...a tutorial will be posted soon.

What are you creating this weekend?



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