My Personal Art Projects and Creative Experiments
Behind the professional murals and workshops, I always make time to experiment. These personal projects keep my creativity fresh and help me stay grounded.
This video is about me trying texture painting for the first time and not being perfect. I teach that it's essential for artists to experiment, make mistakes, and enjoy the process of learning, even after becoming a professional.
I learned this cloth texture art technique from a member of my own team. This shows that inspiration and learning can come from anywhere. I encourage building a creative community and always being open to new ideas.
For my wedding, I hand-painted all the return gifts for our Haldi ceremony. This is an example of how you can integrate your art into personal milestones, making them even more special.
A display of the mini hand-painted canvases I made as wedding favors. These personal projects are a great way to practice your skills and create meaningful gifts.
Sometimes all I need is a blank canvas to de-stress. This simple video shows the start of a new painting. I teach the importance of making art for yourself, not just for clients.
Trying out Jesmonite to create decorative pots. Experimenting with new materials like this can spark ideas for new products or workshops.
A simple reminder to just make things. Don't let the pressure of perfection stop you from creating. This is a core part of the mindset I help artists cultivate.
A candid shot of me in my element, painting a colorful guitar canvas. This reflects my love for bright, happy art, which is a personal style I've carried into my business.
Guests at my wedding receiving the mini paintings. It was a joy to see people connect with something I made by hand.
A close-up of some of the mini canvas designs. I created a variety of simple yet beautiful landscapes, ensuring there was something for everyone.
About Always an Artist: Personal Projects & Experiments
When you turn your passion into a business, the pressure to be perfect every time can get overwhelming. That is why I always carve out time for messy, unfiltered experiments. Whether it is playing with Jesmonite molds or painting mini canvases for my own wedding, these personal projects are how I keep my love for art alive and recharge my creative batteries away from client deadlines.
As an artist, it is easy to get caught up in the 'artpreneur' mindset where every stroke needs to serve a client or a business goal. I have found that my best professional breakthroughs often come from moments where I stopped trying to be perfect.
Why I Prioritize Personal Play
- The 'Oops' Moments: When I tried texture painting, I was not aiming for a masterpiece. I was aiming to learn. That failure, and the process of fixing it, actually taught me the technique I now teach in my workshops.
- Scaling Meaning: My wedding return gifts were a fun, personal experiment. I wanted to see if I could create something hand-painted, meaningful, and scalable for a large group. Seeing people connect with those mini canvases proved that art does not need to be 'big' to be impactful.
- Sustainable Creativity: Avoiding burnout is a real challenge in this industry. Taking time to create for myself, like the Jesmonite pots or simple canvas doodles, allows me to separate my self-worth from my deliverables.
If you are an artist feeling stuck or burnt out, I encourage you to set aside the pitch decks and the business strategy for a few hours. Grab a new material you have never used, make a mistake on purpose, and enjoy the process. That is where the magic happens.
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