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Morning Art Journaling

When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive - to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love.  Marcus Aurelius Before we will start discovering what Morning Art Journaling is and why it’s important, let’s find out what is just normal morning journaling and why is it trend nowadays? Morning Pages are one of these things that sound so simple that you don’t think they could ever work for you. One of the things that I have realized in life is that many of the best things are really simple but our complicated minds want to tell us they won’t work for us. What is Morning Journaling? Morning Journaling is a process of creating three pages of longhand, stream of consciousness writing, ideally done first thing in the morning. There is no wrong way to do Morning Journaling– they are not high art. They aren’t even “writing.” They are about anything and everything that crosses your mind– and they are for your eyes only. Morning Journaling ...
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Creativity as a Spiritual Process | Alexandra Novik - Khamis

It wasn’t that long ago that having a son or daughter who expressed interest in becoming an artist was considered a parent’s worst nightmare. But today, many parents are encouraging of their children’s interest in art. And I am as an art mentor should guide them into art world and bring inspiration for young future artists.  There are many options available to help nurture budding talent, but sending a young artist to expensive private lessons isn’t necessarily at the top of the list. Yet, when I see the new undergraduates show up at my art studio, there are some who have gotten an undeniable head start above their peers. For me art education is not only teaching process but rather creative process which inspires students. One of the main goal for me as an art mentor is to bring knowledge together with joy of creative process. First of all students understand the basics of art techniques in chosen field. And then when they know the rules they can smartly break it. Art process fo...

Start New Career in Art | Alexandra Novik-Khamis

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I am very often hear that people don’t feel like to start something new at pretty old age; especially if all their life they have been doing totally different activities. Same with art, people don’t want to start painting after 40-50 as they are convinced that if they did not do it before they don’t really have talent then why even try. I believe that everyone can start something new at any age. A lot of painters and musicians are started their careers at very late 40s.
And there is nothing wrong with it. As long as you feel inspiration and need for it then go on.
Years ago, people graduated from school, got a job and worked at the same company until they retired. Today, it's unusual for a young worker to stay at the same job for more than a few years in the first decade of their career. 
It's also becoming more common for workers to make a midlife career change, and completely switch gears after spending half of their adult life in the same industry.
People want to be significant and make a difference in this world. They want a job, but they really do care about leaving a legacy. Adults are looking at careers differently at midlife. They're saying, 'There has to be more to life than sitting in this office every day and hoping I get the next raise or promotion.'
And in my opinion it’s totally normal to go to another path in your life at any age. The main thing here is to have spiritual power and inspirational desire to start something new.
Unlike when you were in your early 20s, you can't afford to accept any opportunity that comes along. If you're picking up your life and making this transition, you need to make sure it's the right fit, especially since you'll likely be starting at a lower salary.
I know some stories when pretty successful people just left everything to start career as a musician. And they are happier than ever.

Especially when it comes to art careers just don’t be scared. Take canvas and colors and start painting your own new path.

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  1. kitty limon15 August 2016 at 10:57

    I don't think anyone should be afraid of trying something new no matter their age :)

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  2. Anonymous15 August 2016 at 11:52

    100% agree. we should all do whatever it is in life we truly want to do,no matter what the age is. x

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  3. Unknown15 August 2016 at 14:30

    Well said, it's never too late! x

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  4. Unknown15 August 2016 at 21:27

    I really think that everyone should have the courage to make a change in their lives, if they feel the current situation is not what they really want! Better later than never!
    Alexandra ~ ArtMandy

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  5. Unknown16 August 2016 at 00:17

    Totally agree with you! Always do what makes you happy and be willing to sacrifice things for it :)

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  6. Analesha16 August 2016 at 02:52

    Great post! Totally agree that everyone should change and do what makes them happy. Life is too short!

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