There are thousands of very, very talented artists who will never be known, even after they are dead.
There are no mistakes, just happy accidents.
Don't be afraid to scrape the paint off and do it again. This is the way you learn, trial and error, over and over, repetition. It pays you great dividends, great, great dividends.
Just let go - and fall like a little waterfall
All you need to paint is a few tools, a little instruction, and a vision in your mind.
I believe, I believe every day is a good day when you paint.