by The Painting Experience | Sep 9, 2017 | Articles
“An important time to paint is when you resist it the most. The strength of the aversion means that there is something just beneath the surface, thinly disguised, ready to emerge. Resistance is a reminder to probe your inner fears and defenses . . . . If you find yourself experiencing resistance, ask: What would [...]
by The Painting Experience | May 23, 2017 | Articles
One of the ways our facilitators support painters at The Painting Experience is to direct them toward what they are feeling, or sensing, to access the body’s intelligence and to help bypass the thinking mind. We will ask questions that help you notice what you are feeling while you are painting -- and the body [...]
by The Painting Experience | Jul 13, 2016 | Articles, Video
One of the many things we love about having a new blog is that we can now introduce you to the wonderful folks who make The Painting Experience possible. Last week, Caroline McCartie sat down for an interview with senior Painting Experience facilitator Annie Rousseau. They talked about Annie's upcoming workshop at Ocean Resort in British Columbia, and about the potential of discovering our own creative expression. Annie [...]
