One of the comments I enjoyed while painting my mural was from a man who came up to tell me that there should be more women painters. He noted how most painters you see (at least doing murals or other outdoor art) are men. I appreciated this affirmation, and the fact that it happened to […]
So, I have one more story from this project I want to express. I've talked to many homeless people throughout this process, and one in particular touched me deeply. Early on, he came up to talk and was referencing other murals throughout Santa Monica, and then said, "and now we have this one!" His use […]
That is how I would describe, overall, this public art project I've just about completed (finished shots coming soon). I have had so many incredible encounters with people over the past month, and for me, that is very life-giving. From working professionals to mothers with their children to homeless people to the elderly to...you name […]
The amount of goodwill for this mural project is really astounding. I could write a novel on my experience with this so far, and it's only been a week. For now, I'll just share a few random observations. First, if you ever want feedback on what you do, try moving your office outdoors. It's like […]
Life is process-based. To think otherwise is at best a disservice, and at worst a deception. I think a key is learning to be at peace within process. But our culture seems to applaud thinking in black and white terms, ideas that embrace either/or mindsets and can be easily rallied around (either this, or that), […]
I've finally started helping out with some public mural painting, thanks to the Beautify Lincoln (now Beautify Earth) project that fellow artist Evan Meyer started over a year ago. This week I was touching up some spots on a mural designed by another artist who is part of the project. Often multiple people help out […]
Gratitude is so life-giving! I experienced this firsthand recently when I had a chance to deliver some groceries to some home-bound seniors (through a non-profit that I am connected to via my art). I had not met either of these people before, but in spite of my being a stranger, each one reached out to […]