Waves were the challenge I never wanted—but they became my greatest teacher. This is a guide to painting emotionally difficult subjects with honesty, energy, and hope.

Layering in oil paint is more than a technique—it’s a slow, soulful conversation with the canvas. Whether you’re glazing over years or building texture in bold impasto strokes, each layer holds emotion, memory, and movement. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the foundational rule of fat-over-lean and share three timeless layering methods that bring depth and light to your work: glazing, impasto, and alla prima.

If you’ve ever stared down a blank canvas and panicked—you’re not alone. Oil painting can feel intimidating at first, but it’s also one of the most rewarding ways to create. In my latest blog post, I share real talk and helpful tips for getting started (without losing your mind or your brushes). You don’t need expensive supplies or a perfect plan—just a little courage and a lot of love for the process.

Let go of perfection. Pick up the brush. Start anyway.

It is still a dream of mine to expand my career as a professional artist. Surrounding myself with these superb masterworks is an incredible way to saturate my life in art.