Defining your art style isn’t about labels or limits. It’s about giving others a way to recognize what’s already consistent in your work, and giving yourself language for how you see.

I joined the #222magnetic challenge to refine how I talk about my work. What I didn’t expect was how clearly it reflected patterns I was already building, but hadn’t fully named yet.

Artist statements aren’t just for galleries. In this reflective guide, I share what an artist statement really is, why it matters, and how writing one helped me understand my own work more deeply.

Artist friends don’t just offer critique — they help you stay in the work. From shared painting sessions to long-term dreams, this essay reflects on how creative connection shaped my growth as a painter.

In the fine art world, painters aren’t just making random standalone pieces—they’re building bodies of work. This article breaks down what “body of work,” “series,” and “one-offs” really mean, how artists like Christian Hook and Nick Alm use them, and how you can shape a cohesive, evolving practice of your own.

Artist labels like “emerging,” “mid-career,” and “established” show up everywhere—open calls, residencies, grant applications. But what do they actually mean? In this post, I break down how the art world uses these terms (and how flexible they really are), with examples from artists like Kelogsloops, Agnes Cecile, and Christian Hook. Whether you're new to painting or deep into your practice, this guide will help you understand where you are on your journey—and why the labels matter less than you think.

Today marks my first blog post, where I share why I painted cairns. It wasn’t just for beauty; it was to push through a creative block.

Many artists hit this wall and stop, but I chose to paint something simple and familiar. As I persevered, my work transformed, and I created a piece I’m proud of. The lesson? Embrace discomfort and use it to explore new possibilities. This applies to life too. Keep creating and exploring, and remember, feeling lost can lead to amazing and beautiful outcomes.