1.
My Artistic Journey

2.
The journey begins
• Catharsis
• Release of negative energy
• Feelings of joy
• Need for clarity
• Pathways
• Darkness
• Some light

3.
Transitions
Self-reflection Enlightenment Harmony

4.
When a painting chooses you…

5.
Getting it done

6.
Drawing – getting it right, really…

7.
Adding colour step by step

8.
Finished!

9.
What Art is teaching me
• Be present
• See beyond the surface
• Perception vs reality
• Release pent-up energy
• Accept criticism
• Patience
• Joy!

10.
Try it!
• On-line art courses
• Drawing, portraits, various media
• deserres.ca/pages/studio-deserres
• Create, design, recycle, paint
• Picture frames, calendars, plant boxes,
door handles, furniture, utensils
• Staples/Bureau en gros; Réno
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