So, I have been a bit frustrated lately, because my last few paintings have not turned out. For some reason, I just really struggle with getting things right when doing animals.... but then I got to thinking about other things that I have tried, or started, and did not succeed when I first tried, but I kept going, kept trying, and eventually got to where I wanted. So today I have decided that I am not gonna let it get me down anymore, instead... I am going on my own kind of art quest. I have to thank Cinnamon, because something she talked about in one of her videos gave me the idea. I am going to do a painting every day for a month, and I am not going to opt for the ones that are easier for me, or something that I know I can do. Instead, I am going to do ones that I know are going to be difficult for me.... who knows, if I have an idea I really like, I may do the same painting more than once, .... until I get it.... and until I have improved my skills... especially when doing animals.  I will be sharing my daily paintings on here, even the really bad ones.. lol... because the only way to get better, is to keep trying. :) 

Today I bought some Simple Simmons brushes and some paint!! I've been using what I have had - craft paint and whatever brushes - so now I have "real" brushes and paint! I am EXCITED :)

This is my very first post on here. I hope to find some friends! Im uploading a painting I just finished. It's a Walking Dead Glenn Tribute. Let me know what you all think, well, if I can ever get any friends on here that is. 😔

This is my painting of Ginger Cooks "old village lane"  I kept thinking about it when watching the quest yesterday.  I am really excited watching how Cinnamons painting goes together step by step.  

Thank you. 

CUBS or INDIANS? 

Hello ALL!! 

Im Jessica and I am a new (BRAND NEW, Like 2 months new) painter. I will be posting some of my own work and of course work I have completed with the amazing Art Sherpa/Cinnamon Cooney!! I have also painted with Jane, Ginger Cook, Angela Anderson, Amy Pierce, and have watched/follow other artist as well but have not painted with them. I Love the Art Sherpa because she makes you feel right at home in her studio while your sitting in yours LOL. I love her (and stunt hands) humor and joyful banter during the videos. I watch almost daily. 

Cinnamon and others have inspired and encouraged me through my art journey as I have always wanted to learn but didn't know the first thing about where to start. Thank you Art SHerpa for the ability to follow you and learn all you have to teach us! I absolutely love you guys and will follow you for years to come as long as you are up and running. I am continuously learning and being inspired!. 

I have to add i love watching Bob Ross videos as well because he is funny too and a joy to watch although I don't use oils now I may learn in the future. FOr now i will stick to acrylics though. :) 

I am a mental health professional (LMSW-social worker) and i work in a mental health hospital in the intake department. I do not do counseling yet although i am currently working on that licensure, but i complete intake assessments to determine whether the individual needs inpatient care or can benefit from outpatient care. I do motivational therapy of course and sometimes use relaxation techniques but unfortunately I cannot paint at work. That is my goal. I want to learn to be an art therapist someday in the distant future once I have A LOT more experience and hopefully can do things on my own. I will use your videos to educate on ways to learn how to paint and maybe do some free groups as a way to give back to the community. That is distant future though due to the fact I dont have that kind of experience yet. I have been int he mental health field as a social worker for 3 years now and have at least 5 years in the field altogether but am only now completing supervision towards my LCSW license. 

Enough babbling, i apologize. I will post some paintings i completed with Cinnamon, and all the others listed above shortly. 

Thank you all for listening to my babble and God Bless