Prepare yourself to capture moments like this at the Kentucky Derby. I captured this photograph of John Paul DeJoria and his wife, Eloise Broady DeJoria at the Derby in 2011. There’s no better place to people watch, than the infield of Churchill Downs. John Paul DeJoria quotes continue to inspire me. “The biggest hurdle is…
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Go ahead and judge me for allowing my child to watch more than the recommended screen time. Trying to rid the head lice on a strong-willed four-year-old isn’t easy. As a result, I allow her to watch shows on my iPad. Let’s face it, sitting still for hours as I wash, rinse, rewash, rinse and…
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“Side Hustle” a phrase I keep hearing time and time again. Honestly, I don’t like it, it makes me anxious. I can’t stand the thought of hustling anymore. I’m doing the best I can. Don’t I have enough on my plate already? Enough is enough, no more hustling. Instead, I keep reminding myself that I’m in…
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Overnight success doesn’t exist. It’s days like today that I’m ready to throw in the towel, not only as an artist, but also as a mother. This is VERY difficult for me to write about, but I want to be completely honest with you. The one idea I continue to hold onto is the fact…
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Hearing the breaking news of the Notre Dame Cathedral fire devastates me. This news shook up my creative process. Nothing can be deemed permanent. Notre Dame unleashed a side of my creativity, I didn’t know existed. Behind my couch hangs one of my favorite artworks, created while taking in the marvel of this iconic Paris…
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Thank you for your patience as I begin the process of rebranding Studio L. I can’t believe it’s been six months since my last blog post. Where does the time go? Time off from blogging gave me insight into the direction I want go. I don’t have all the answers, but I continue to move…
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I DID IT! The 100 Day Project | 100 Blog Posts In 100 Days Just like I mentioned at the end of each post, there was times of triumph and times of struggle. I showed up through it all, each and every day. It wasn’t easy. But once I set my mind to something, I follow…
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It’s all in the perspective, optimism is key. Almost always, my glass is half full. It’s nearly impossible to be happy and positive ALL the time, but I try my best. During this trying season of life, I turn to gratitude to get me through my days. I’m grateful for the chaos that is life.…
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This is the definition of art, according to the dictionary: the expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, typically in a visual form such as painting or sculpture, producing works to be appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional power works produced by human creative skill and imagination creative activity resulting in the production…
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Children change perspective, whether it’s planned or not. Looking back just eight years ago, I couldn’t imagine myself as a mother. Life changes when you least expect it and children change perspective. Children provide more wisdom, spirit and creativity than I thought possible. I strive to remain present for them. More of this story coming…
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