In order to create, we draw from our inner well. This inner well, an artistic reservoir, is ideally like a well stocked fish pond... If we don't give some attention to upkeep, our well is apt to become depleted, stagnant, or blocked... As artists, we must learn to be self nourishing. We must become alert enough to consciously replenish our creative resources as we draw on them - to re-stock the trout pond, so to speak.

Take a small step in the direction of a dream and watch the synchronous doors flying open

The beginner's humility and openness lead to exploration. Exploration leads to accomplishment. All of it begins at the beginning, with the first small and scary step.

Growth is an erratic forward movement: two steps forward, one step back. Remember that and be very gentle with yourself.

Creativity is always a leap of faith. You're faced with a blank page, blank easel, or an empty stage.

We are the ORIGIN of our art, its homeland. Viewed this way, ORIGINALITY is the process of remaining true to ourselves.

When you feel yourself to be in critical condition, you must treat yourself as gently as you would a sick friend.