by Dionne | Sep 1, 2026 | Blog, Curious Exploration, Watercolor
What Else Could This Become? The Creative Possibilities Inside One Watercolor Painting Lately, I’ve been asking myself one question over and over again while I’m creating: What happens if I try this? What happens if I put soft pastel over watercolor? What happens if I...
by Dionne | Apr 20, 2026 | Blog, Connected Growth, Curious Exploration
(and 25 Free Ways to Do It Today) If you’ve been feeling stuck lately… this might not be about your talent, your business, or your ideas. It might be your environment. After returning home from a six-day trip to California—teaching, connecting, and simply being...
by Dionne | Mar 5, 2026 | Blog
This past month, I had the absolute joy of hosting nine incredible women inside my home studio for the Create + Capture workshop in Oklahoma City. We spent two days doing what creatives do best: exploring, experimenting, and expressing ourselves through color,...
by Dionne | Dec 12, 2025 | Blog
For years, I thought I needed more confidence before trying something new.But the truth is, confidence doesn’t come before the leap — it’s born after you take it. Confidence is the echo of courage. It comes from trusting your creative nudge, taking a chance, and...
by Dionne | Oct 10, 2025 | Blog, Finger Painting, Furniture Makeovers, Style
Why Fall Is the Perfect Time to Refresh a Forgotten Piece Cooler days, warmer palettes, and a nudge to make home feel more like home. If a thrifted or inherited piece has been hiding under a blanket in your garage, consider this your loving nudge: it’s ready for a...
by Dionne | Oct 1, 2025 | Blog, Business, Style
Have you ever wanted to design a hat that feels like you—bold, colorful, and one-of-a-kind? Hand-painted hats aren’t just a trend, they’re a form of wearable art that lets your creativity shine. In my Crowned in Color Workshop Workshop, I’ll walk you through...
by Dionne | Aug 21, 2025 | Blog, Canvas Painting
How to Create a Large Abstract Painting Collection That Feels Authentic and Powerful Creating a large abstract painting collection isn’t just about making big, bold art — it’s about telling your truth on canvas. Large-scale abstract art has a presence that can...
by Dionne | Jun 13, 2025 | Blog, Canvas Painting, Watercolor
Hey there, beauty-bringer! If you’ve ever stared at your blank paper thinking, “What if I mess this up?”—I’ve got news for you: the magic lives in the mess. These watercolor florals weren’t born from perfection. They were whispered into being with splashes, drips, and...
by Dionne | May 29, 2025 | Blog, Business, Mindset
I’ve been in the art world for over 15 years. I’ve blogged, painted, and packed up hand-painted furniture to ship across the country.I’ve met thousands of artists — in person at workshops and retreats, and even more online.I’ve gone live on camera more times than I...
by Dionne | May 2, 2025 | Blog, Business
This week, I connected with so many creative business owners, and I noticed a recurring theme—many were searching for fresh strategies, yet hesitant to embrace video marketing. As I painted and reflected on these conversations, one truth stood clear: In 2025, video...
