This weekend was super slow for me. Husband and I needed a low-key weekend before the mayhem starts: Next weekend we're seeing a friend from out of town and the week after that we go on our annual Norway trip! With the in-laws this time, which will be fun, but also exhausting because they'll want to cram in as many activities as possible since it's their first time in Norway. I just want to chill with my friends and family who I only get to see once a year!
@drewsdarlin Nice to have another painter around here! I haven't painted properly in a while since I lack time and space to do oil painting, but I try to doodle in my sketchbook whenever I can. I also ordered some screen printing supplies, hopefully that'll get the creativity flowing again!
DS born 2/18/2019 DD born 4/1/2023 Baby #3 EDD 11/21/2024
@obsessedwithoranges Totally normal. I hope the funk passes for you quickly. I saw Oceans 8 this weekend too; pretty good but maybe not as good as 11. Family reunion yesterday, so it was nice to see some family that I hadn't seen in years. It also gave me an opportunity to talk to my cousin who had twins through IVF 10 years ago.
This weekend was super slow for me. Husband and I needed a low-key weekend before the mayhem starts: Next weekend we're seeing a friend from out of town and the week after that we go on our annual Norway trip! With the in-laws this time, which will be fun, but also exhausting because they'll want to cram in as many activities as possible since it's their first time in Norway. I just want to chill with my friends and family who I only get to see once a year!
@drewsdarlin Nice to have another painter around here! I haven't painted properly in a while since I lack time and space to do oil painting, but I try to doodle in my sketchbook whenever I can. I also ordered some screen printing supplies, hopefully that'll get the creativity flowing again!
I just started painting last year in January by going to classes and then at home some last year. Haven't painted at home since December though. I use acrylic paints.
I’m envious of your talent ladies! I don’t have an artistic bone in my body. I can draw only stick figures and they’re pretty sketchy lol
I didn't think I could paint either. Had never done it before till last year. but it is pretty easy at the class since the teacher does step by step on canvas to follow and things too.
@drewsdarlin A good teacher makes all the difference! I think a lot of people can be artistic without knowing it, they just need the right encouragement and training. Good teachers are hard to come by, I'm glad you found one!
@Mack2342, If you want to you can try! Talent is nothing but interest and practice, and it's never too late to start. My grandmother started painting in her late 50's, and her paintings are just breathtaking! The hard part for most people is that they're too critical of themselves. It won't be perfect when you first start out, but keep at it and you'll see improvement fast.
DS born 2/18/2019 DD born 4/1/2023 Baby #3 EDD 11/21/2024
@drewsdarlin A good teacher makes all the difference! I think a lot of people can be artistic without knowing it, they just need the right encouragement and training. Good teachers are hard to come by, I'm glad you found one!
@Mack2342, If you want to you can try! Talent is nothing but interest and practice, and it's never too late to start. My grandmother started painting in her late 50's, and her paintings are just breathtaking! The hard part for most people is that they're too critical of themselves. It won't be perfect when you first start out, but keep at it and you'll see improvement fast.
Then I paint some at home using a book. each class i attend is usually a different person teaching.
@grebretso maybe I will try sometime. I think I found some hidden talent of mine. I can make just about anything out of play-do. My DH has been impressed lol. My DS just really got into play-do since potty training and I’ve been sculpting all sorts of critters lol
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@drewsdarlin Nice to have another painter around here! I haven't painted properly in a while since I lack time and space to do oil painting, but I try to doodle in my sketchbook whenever I can. I also ordered some screen printing supplies, hopefully that'll get the creativity flowing again!
DD born 4/1/2023
Baby #3 EDD 11/21/2024
@Mack2342, If you want to you can try! Talent is nothing but interest and practice, and it's never too late to start. My grandmother started painting in her late 50's, and her paintings are just breathtaking! The hard part for most people is that they're too critical of themselves. It won't be perfect when you first start out, but keep at it and you'll see improvement fast.
DD born 4/1/2023
Baby #3 EDD 11/21/2024