Latest Sunday BLOOM
The Difference Between Personal Art and Universal Art
Most of us assume art gets better through technique alone, sharper drawing, mastering the medium, refining the craft. But a conversation with artist Judy Tuwaletstiwa revealed something deeper. The work…
Featured Sunday BLOOMS
How to Create Great Art from the Aliveness Found Within
Making vibrant, authentic art doesn’t come from working harder, trying more techniques, or studying other artists. It comes from learning to feel more alive. When I struggled as a young artist in my mid-twenties, working obsessively in isolation brought only misery and mediocre results. Everything changed when I gave up,…
How to Make Art from Your Heart, Not Your Head
Many artists struggle with resistance when sitting down to create. The pressure to make something perfect, doubts about talent, and fear of wasting time keep us stuck in our heads. The Bloom Practice is a 3-step process (Feel, Open, Play) that bypasses mental resistance by helping you create from your…
The Single Most Important Thing You Can Do for Your Art: A Daily Practice
The single most important thing you can do for your art is establish a simple daily practice of just 20 minutes a day. This consistent practice creates momentum, pulls from your intuition, and develops a strong vision for your art. Instead of overwhelming yourself by looking at endless art (museums,…
