Nan's guidelines for mindful art

I firmly believe that there are no mistakes when creating art.  Keep creating no matter how you feel about the results.  You will learn something every time.  There are no mistakes - just opportunities to try something you may not have considered

Develop a practice of noticing the Awesomeness in the ordinary. Give your attention to something you notice or appreciate.  Take a deep breath in with your attention still focused.  Then exhale, noticing the awesomeness in what held your attention.

You have heard it before.  Trust that making one stroke on the page, or taking one small step forward, moves you closer to your goal.  Sometimes a blank page can seem overwhelming.  Taking the first small step can start you on your journey.

Focus on the process, not the end result.  The process is where the juice is.  It allows you to relax into the flow of creativity.  

Remember the joy you felt as a child when you received a new set of markers or a lego set?  Reignite that inner child and play.  Play with colors, media, shapes and patterns. 

Nurture your creative spirit.  Be open and be curious.  Try something new.  Do not compare yourself to others.  This is your journey.  Remember - Talent is an interest that you've practiced!