Posts by Nicholas Wilton
A simple question to shift your art—and your life
Hola Everyone, welcome back to the Art2Life vlog! I’m still here in Mexico, and I’ve got something really special to share with you today. It’s a question I ask myself sometimes while painting. Something I’ve never said out loud until recently. I shared it at the last retreat, and it really helped people, so I…
Read More3 Questions We All Ask – Nicholas Wilton – Ep 153
Retreats help uncover improved artistic skills and are a way to fuel your inspiration and enthusiasm. What participants are really looking for on a retreat is not just improved artistic skills but a lifelong practice that fuels continual personal and creative development. In this episode, I’ll answer three questions that we all ask from time…
Read MoreHow to Create the Most Inspiring Conditions for your Art
Hi Everyone, welcome back… Coming to you from sunny Tulum and the Art2Life Team retreat! Earlier this week, I popped into the Studio where something pretty amazing happened… It all started when one of our artists showed up in this incredible outfit, and it sparked the most fascinating conversation about how we set up our…
Read MoreThe Art of Travel – Nicholas Wilton – Ep 152
You have to get lost to find yourself—it’s how we grow. The intersection of art-making and travel is fascinating. I’m exploring how these experiences cultivate a sense of presence and inspire creativity. Let’s embrace the mindset of travel over vacation and the artistry involved in exploring new destinations. Cultivating presence, both in new environments and…
Read MoreWisdom, Art, and Longing – Judy Tuwaletstiwa – Ep 151
Judy Tuwaletstiwa, a multidisciplinary visual artist, writer, and teacher, had no idea she was an artist for many, many years. After being told she was ‘no artist’ by her 7th-grade teacher, she didn’t create art until later. Judy shares her insights on aging as a liberating gift, allowing her to focus on what truly matters.…
Read MoreWhat stops art from feeling authentic and unique?
Welcome back! Have you ever felt the pull between play and creation, like there’s a sweet spot right in the middle, but it may be difficult to find? Let me show you what I mean… So often, we go straight into planning and strategizing, aiming for a specific outcome. But, art comes to life when…
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