Sweeter Than Candy — Marie Schaeller

The above picture is of my painting, Pile of Candy. I completed it a few hours ago and posted it on Instagram, marking my 50th painting in 50 consecutive days in my #100DayProject.

There were days that were harder than others, but being consistent and knowing that I needed to post as my accountability kept me on track. I found the simple process of mixing the first color that I would use for the sketch or underpainting really got me going. It created momentum and I finished what I started. Every day.

It is a milestone that I'm proud of and wanted to celebrate with a subscriber giveaway on my Instagram. I'm giving away supplies to get anyone started on their own acrylic painting journey. With a set of brushes, a set of paints, a palette, palette knife, and 20 art panels.

I'm hoping to inspire someone else to pick up a brush and begin.

Not too long ago, I posted about joining Instagram and my first painting. Now I have 50 paintings and I've learned so much about acrylics and posting. There is a ton of inspiration and I really am enjoying the platform.

#BookLove

You Can Quote Me On This by Elsa Mendoza is a book I'm currently reading. The quote that started my day was:

"Another day. Another chance. Another opportunity." --Elsa Mendoza

That quote really resonated with me. I wrote that on a post-it note by my desk. It is all in perspective, please don't dread your days.

Do you see your day as something that has to slogged through?
Or do you see it as a chance?
Or an opportunity to try something new or get one step closer to your goals?

How you frame it can change everything.

I hope you have an inspired and creative week!