It's almost like being "high" – that wonderful feeling of being relaxed, enjoying the moment, and the people around you. Feeling connected to all that is good in the world.

The friend's theory was a psychological analysis of the painting, and was beautifully simple: The background of a painting reflects the artist's inner self, while the foreground reflects the public or outer face of the artist.

Several audience members shared that their Indigenous communities have a very different perspective on both what art is and women in society.

Here is some of the history of women in the arts of the Western art world and how it led to the formation of the National Museum of Women in the Arts that we shared as part of the IAIA presentation.

AI did its best to summarize my art and propose topics for articles about it. At first, I thought it was silly and funny. But then I thought, "Hmm...maybe there is something here."

I felt ensconced in "the art world," like I'd cashed in a golden ticket allowing deeper understanding of what I do for a living. - Brian Sandford

Lately, the sky has been full of fascinating clouds, and the more I look, the more I see.

When I was younger, I preferred to show up in a new place and explore by following my instincts. Honestly, I still like doing that, but I also find value in a little more preparation

My intention is not to engage in a political debate but rather to take a moment to recognize the creativity I witnessed.

Finding a community, a group of friends, people to hang out with is very special.

Salons include a lot of radical ideas like people of all walks of life talking together and women becoming educated.

... if someone sees my artwork as magical or strangely beautiful and/or unexpected and if it challenges imposed values and norms like the systemic patriarchy while searching for freedom, well then dear reader, I'm ALL IN!

Life is full of changes and as I walk down memory lane I'm reminded that we need to soak up THIS moment.

I'm learning to celebrate my senses instead of feel embarrassed by what they bring me.

I gained insight as to what galleries look for in the artists and artwork they want to represent.

For despair, optimism is the only practical solution. Hope is practical.

My days became waking nightmares as I tried to do everything on less and less sleep.

A quick peek into the science of neuroaesthetics.

Tonya Turner Carroll talked about how each and every one of us can help women artists become more valued.

Overcoming personal demons and realizing how much I appreciate YOU dear reader.