Posts by Nicholas Wilton
2 tips to make better art
Every part of our art practice relies on us. Getting ourselves to the studio, having the materials, staying motivated, getting our work out there— it can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to the business side of things. So, I want to share two practical tips to help you to get going with your art-making.…
Read MoreFinding Your Style – Nicholas Wilton – Ep 34
One of the most common questions I get about the art-making journey is centered around style. How do you find your unique style? The challenge with art-making is that it’s so personal, yet we can only look at other people to try and understand where we haven’t been. We see the individual creative flare of…
Read MoreFinding Your Style
Something came up on a backpacking trip I took with friends. The lesson I learned perfectly relates to art-making. Here is what happened. It is always hard to know exactly how our future art will turn out. But the past can provide clues on how to move it forward. We’re on this creative path to…
Read MoreLooking In – Kim Krans – Ep 33
It was about a year ago, during Covid lockdown, when I happened to pull a random card from a tarot deck. The drawing and the words on the card immediately stirred me. So much so that I sought out the artist. Her name is Kim Krans. The drawing on the card I pulled was hers,…
Read MoreCoincidence or Planned?
Have you ever experienced a coincidence that seems almost planned? It’s as if these moments of synchronicity are meant to teach us something. I notice this happens when I’m more engaged with my art. Here is one that happened to me recently. Check this out. I love these synchronicities for the thought-provoking insights and reminders…
Read MoreLessons Learned – Clifford Wilton – Ep 32
I’ve always been interested in the creative journey. The path is different for everyone, but we are all just finding our way as we go. The person who first shared this idea with me was my father, Clifford Wilton. He gave me such a deep appreciation for the pilgrimage each of us is on. Join…
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