Bursting with Possibility

When I went to art school, my mind opened to the countless ways artists express themselves. Everything around me seemed full of potential for my next creative adventure. I feel like I’m in a similar place now. Dust to Apples has become a gift of freedom and self-discovery, and I’m savoring this phase of the creative process. There are endless ways for me to tell my story.
Recently, I had the privilege of sharing my creative process with a class of college freshmen. Honestly, I think it was more of a gift for me than for them. It’s rare that I take the time to reflect deeply on my process and articulate it to others. What surprised me was how much I had to say about my art—45 minutes flew by in what felt like an instant.

Right now, I’m reading two books that resonate with this moment in my journey: The Creative Act: A Way of Being by Rick Rubin and The Work of Art by Adam Moss. Both offer fascinating insights into the unique process of creating.
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My vision for Dust to Apples is beginning to take shape. Here’s a glimpse into where I am right now. The project has three areas of focus: my story, our collective disconnection and dysfunction with the land, and the healing that can happen when we reconnect with it. As this unfolds, I will be sharing more about my process in this blog. Until then, I am feeling full of joy. Now, back to the studio!