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I did this photoshoot with the intention to collage these images digitally so i could paint them.

I had specific ideas for each shot scene and pose but not for this one.

The idea came together when I was playing around in @procreate to create a scene that felt like @surrenderschool and @adrienne.abella where in some type of celestial land.

Katie seems to be planting or sowing seeds and Adrienne is planting her dreams and intentions in her heart, sort of praying and channeling a Divine spirit.

Behind each one is a Spirit animal and over them is a bald eagle 🦅 flying through as a symbol of a “higher perspective”, one that looks at things from a different point of view and understands why each and everything happens.

That was my interpretation of everything but just like with everything I create, the meaning could be completely different to someone else.

What do you interpret from this image? ☺️

My own version of Frida self-portrait. ✨🌺🥰

Which one do you think I should paint? 🎨😃

Story from the day of this shoot:

It was 9 a.m. on a wet and rainy Friday morning. The forecast had predicted rain until evening, but in Tahoe-Truckee, forecasts are more suggestions than guarantees, so you learn to roll with it.

We had planned a photoshoot from 9 to 12, but the rain was coming down heavy! I quickly pivoted to an indoor setup.

The house was cozy, smelling like fresh tea brewing and floral crowns I’d made earlier.

Their vibrant petals added warmth to the gloomy weather. I set out snacks, ready and excited despite the change of plans.

Then I heard a loud smash. The house went dark and the power was out.

“What the F are we going to do now?” I told myself. The storm was coming, rain hit the windows, and rescheduling wasn’t an option.

Snow and rain would only get worse, and everyone’s schedules had been hard to align.

I took a deep breath and smiled. “Universe, you’re hilarious,” I said aloud. “But we’re pulling this off, the show must go on. 😅

My friends began to arrive, and I offered tea from the pot I’d just boiled.

Then, as I helped my third friend bring her gear inside, the lights flickered back on.

One minute later, the rain stopped, and the clouds broke apart to reveal a warm, golden sun. I was shocked!. “Okay,” I said to everyone, laughing. “Looks like we’re shooting outside after all, but we’ve got to move fast!”

Angel went outside to lit her floral tobacco as we stood on the porch, chatting. Suddenly, she froze.

“Is that an eagle?” she asked.

Katie and I turned to look. There it was, a bald eagle flying through the blue sky, framed by a waxing moon. The moment felt surreal, like a gift from the universe.

“🥲 Magic,”

That’s when it hit me: sometimes life feels chaotic, like a storm tearing apart your plans. But when you let go of outcomes, trust the timing, and show up with gratitude, things often turn out better than you imagined.

I never intended to teach. But life has a way of guiding you where you’re meant to be, and that’s where the magic unfolded for me.✨

Seven years ago, I was painting mandalas when people started asking what i was doing.

They wanted to learn, so I did my first workshop which unexpectedly sold out.

I was impressed cause I hadn’t planned for it and i honestly thought no one would show up.

But not everything has flowed this way. In other areas, I’ve had to push hard and it doesn’t always give the results i expect.

With teaching art, though, it’s been smooth, almost effortless. Like a river finding its course, certain paths seem to be carved out just for us, and when we allow ourselves to flow with them, life feels lighter.

Sometimes, we push for what we think is our path, only to be left burned out, stressed, disappointed or even unhealthy and sick. But when we follow what feels aligned, the journey becomes easier.

I’m so grateful, honored and humbled to teach something that has transformed my life and be the one guiding people to connect with their creativity. Teaching art and seeing people create is a feeling I can’t express in words.

My journey teaching at @thepeaceoffering started with a simple Facebook comment from a student looking for art classes and a couple of people tagging me in the comments.

I knew it was what i needed to do. And now it has unfolded into a couple of different art series with returning students and new faces each time.

✨ Trusting the journey can lead to unexpected, beautiful places.✨

Have you felt youve been pushing for something that hasn’t given you the results you expected?

What things can you let unfold naturally and allow yourself to flow with the river instead of against the current?

Your art journey reflects your personal evolution and growth.

Thats why so many therapists recommend it. Art speaks and it can show you the depths of your mind and how far you’ve come.

Personal growth can be a challenge, but art can be a powerful reflection of that growth.

How often do you use art as a form of therapy? As a form of self-reflection?

When I feel overwhelmed or confused about my next step, I close my eyes and ask for guidance.

Thats exactly what I did 3 years ago when I had no idea what to do with my life and every job or work I was doing felt empty and without any purpose.

The voices of guidance are not always clear and not always there when I want them to be.

But for the most part, in my journey, this voice has always guided me to make art, to create, to bring things to life and help, serve, inspire others to do the same thing.

That guidance is always there for you, and nothing or no one externally can give it to you.

It comes when you quiet your mind and are open to receive it. And it’s doesn’t come in the moment you expect, but all it takes is just ask.

So im calling this piece “Whispered Guidance” because its my “coming back” to my aligned path with art, all because I chose to listen to my inner guidance.

What do you do when you feel confused or unclear? How do you connect with your inner compass? 🧭

I was in my darkest point in life when I started my journey, battling depression and barely hanging on.

I’d tried different things, but nothing worked. That’s when I turned to shamanic ceremonies and spiritual practices, hoping for something deeper.

At first, these lifted me out of the rut I was in, mostly thanks to the plant medicines. But what I didn’t expect was the illusion that followed.

In recent years, these practices have gained popularity, with psychedelics sometimes handed out like candy. People dive in without fully understanding the consequences.

I experienced this firsthand: during one ceremony, I was left with no integration or support to process what I went through. For weeks, I felt caught between two worlds, unsure if I was losing my mind. It was scary, and I know others have felt this way too.

While I understand that there’s a business side to this world (no shame), it feels irresponsible to administer psychoactives at gatherings without clinical support or true shamanism.

Some people attend a retreat, have a spiritual experience, and suddenly feel equipped to guide others. But this path is deeply sensitive to mental health with karmic implications.

There’s also this strange blend of partying, drugs, and spirituality, which I got pulled into myself along with friends believing that a party high was bringing us closer to God. It’s a slippery slope, and one I’m grateful to have stepped away from.

Many teachings in this space are mystical and unprovable, and people come in vulnerable, trusting these beliefs simply because the leader presents them as truth.

There’s often a lack of groundedness—a lot of toxic positivity that encourages avoidance over genuine growth. Some brush off hard conversations, saying things like, “We can’t have that type of negativity here.”

The illusion of the “spiritual matrix” is that spirituality is something “out there”—found in endless retreats, ceremonies, medicines, and substances. But in reality, the spiritual journey starts the day we’re born.

Growth happens not just in meditation or in ceremony, it’s in the world, facing our triggers and challenges.

Tell me, have you experienced any this?

Last minute costumes always work better for me cause I have less time to think and more time to get creative. 🥲

Had such a blast at RMU watching @subrasonic and the @thewreckords

A year ago, my partner and I struggled to find housing, and after months of searching, we moved into his parents’ home—just us, our dog, and all our stuff crammed into one room.

Without a studio, I felt disconnected from my art. I painted only small watercolors, selling older pieces with no sense of direction. I wasn’t sure what my art wanted from me.

So, I went to Florence, Italy, hoping the Renaissance masters would reignite my spark. Ive always felt a connection with many of these artists and this period in particular. I knew if I saw their art and was surrounded by their energy, I will know what to do next.

The feeling of standing in front of such amazing work that was done centuries ago, gave me no doubt of the power of art, and reminded me of all that it’s given me.

This solo trip I did for a couple of days was between me and ART and I immersed myself in all that I could: sketching the streets I walked, places I loved, visited museums and galleries and had a deep inner exploration of what art means to me.

One night, I attended a life drawing event and, for the first time, drew nudes in person.

This has been one of the best trips Ive done and the places Ive been too, so grateful 🥹 to art, the renaissance masters and this wonderful city.

I recently heard a term from someone I admire about intentionally doing “expansion trips” focusing on a specific area of your life whether that be future goals, creating stronger relationship bonds or self healing. So this was my expansion trip with art.

Does traveling do the same for you? Id love to know 😌

Florence was my absolute favorite. If I could’ve chosen among the 3 cities I visited I would’ve chosen this one 💯.

All the texts I read in college about Brunelleschi, Dante, Da Vinci and all the great renaissance masters, make a lot more sense now.

I was deeply interested in the history of this place and in profound awe to see the art, arquitecture and culture.

People were also super sweet (unlike a few experiences in Paris and Rome).

In conclusion, im coming back for sure. 🫶☺️✨

Paris time for my euro trip.

My friend and I have been waiting for this trip since highschool!

Paris was a good time, however, as Ive been sharing in my stories, my only discontent was the smell of 10000s perfumes along with cigarettes in the air. 😅 (refer to #9 for my face expression with the smells 😝)

My favorite part was the louvre and versailles! I enjoyed learning more about the history. ☺️✨ have you been to Paris? How was your experience? Curious to know 😃
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#paris #francetrip #eurotrip

✨Highlights of September ✨

1. Taught a landscape acrylic class at the opening of the new location of @thepeaceoffering

2. Love to see my students create amazing art pieces without having any art experience!!!

3. Did this painting in 2 hours.

4. Helped my love @subrasonic record and edit his music video for his new single “Amore” (which he dedicated to me 🥹🥹🥹🥹🫶🫶🫶)

5. Enjoying my house.
6. Got a new journal to watercolor and journal my thoughts. Best ive ever got from @heyprimrosia

7. Went to Los Angeles with my soul sister @viveviajandocatracha to go see @drjoedispenza at the Summit of Greatness by @lewishowes !!

8. Wearing my “artsy business woman” blazer
9. The entrance at the auditorium for the Summit of Greatness! Got to see so many successful people in the business and personal growth industry 🤩

10. Wrote down high level info to apply to my personal and professional life ✨🫶 very grateful!!

How was your September? 👇🫶

From “starving artist” to “entrepreneur artist”: breaking paradigms.

My first years as an art entrepreneur I struggled with the idea of making an income with my art.

I thought I had to choose being in the easel or creating a business.

I had a hard time selling my art pieces. Didn’t understand how it worked.

I hated every time someone wouldn’t take me or my art seriously.

I dreaded the question “so what do you do for a living?” “Does that give you money?” “You paint but what do you do for work?”

Until I figured it wasn’t their fault. I wasn’t taking my own business seriously either. Id treat it like a hobby, or a little project.

I also grew up with the belief that artists starve and so did they. It not your fault, its not my fault.

However, its my responsibility to change that, and it begins with how i see myself.

I wanted to take these photos because in the past couple of months ive fallen in love with digital businesses and i thought i had to choose.

But im not going to choose, im just gonna doubledown on both.

And that’s why I created a free mini course where I teach artists the tools and mindset they need to create an art business.

I created something I wish someone would’ve told me 6 years ago. So these shots are gonna be the promo material for the mini course.

Im pretty excited about the path im taking 🥹🫶 love u all 🫶

Photos by @the1frank

August recap 🥲 welcome September ✨🫶

✨ used my cute ass watercolor mini palette OBSESSED
✨painted eyes in watercolor and mixed media
✨ we went to a sound healing concert in San Francisco 🥹 the best
✨ created digital product to mentor artists to make more $$
✨ new painting of wolfie
✨our house almost burned down, we had to evacuate
✨but nothing happened and im more grateful than ever to have a lovely home with my lover
✨ went to one of the most haunted cities in the world: Virginia City, NV with @subrasonic
✨ committed to my health- trying intermittent fasting- started training again 🤸‍♀️🏋️‍♀️

How was your august? Excited for fall season to come 🫶🥹

Its never too late⤵️

Sometimes I look back when I was a child or teenager and remember having dreams of becoming a singer, actress or painter.

Just an artist in general, but whenever id say it out loud, most people would tell me to pick a career that could actually bring me money or make me successful.

I look back to that little girl who’s dreams felt crushed like someone dropped your favorite cookie and stepped over it. 😩

I grew up with that belief that my dreams were not worthy, that i was delusional to believe I could make money from such an unimportant hobby. That i had to study an important profession, otherwise id end up living under the bridge.

The only spark of hope I had came from my mom, who would always take me to dancing classes and support my little projects.

But when I moved to the US, i saw the infinite possibilities of dreams fulfilled and how possible it was to be an artist and whatever i wanted.

And now, i get to look back to my young self showing her no only that I paint, but that i have been able to make an income from my art. I see her face and it blows her mind 🥹🫶

So, if you are an artist, struggling to believe in yourself or believe you can make an income from your art. I tell you that its possible and the only person you need to convince is yourself.

Paint the reality you wish to see for your life. 🎨

✨educate yourself
✨learn from other who have what you want
✨work on your beliefs and your mindset
✨surround yourself with high level people
✨heal your inner artist

If you do this, you will get closer to your dream goals 🥲🫶✨
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#artbusiness #artsales #abundantartist #sellyourart #artentrepreneur #artistlife #howtosellart #spiritualart

Have you ever wondered whats the artist’s process, before painting?

This is ONE of my processes. There’s so much more that happens before and after creating a painting, so I wanted to take you in to the creative process before putting it on a canvas.

What would you name this painting? 🐺 🦋
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Uno de los mayores miedos que he tenido que superar ha sido el miedo al que diran.

Nunca publicaba las fotos o videos que queria, de la manera en que me gustaba por miedo a verme ridicula. O que pensaran que “too much”.

No hablaba de mis sueños por miedo a que me vieran como ilusa.

En ocasiones no faltaba la tipica envidiosa /o que te pregunta que porque estas tan arreglada si solo vas al super o al cine.

Eso me causaba tanta inseguridad, que me iba al baño a quitarme mi lipstick o bajarle al tono de la sombra de mis ojos para que no me viera “muy vestida” y poder encajar con los demas.

me paso de niña o adolescente. Escuchar los comentarios o criticas de los demas me causaba tanta ansiedad que llego un momento que solo queria parecer desapercibida.

Y cuando eso pasa Literalmente, apagas tu luz por complacer a otros.

cuando alguien comenta algo asi, es porque no quieren verte brillar porque eso les causa dolor a si mismos.

Solo están reflejando sus propias inseguridades y sus propias frustraciones en vos. El hecho de que ellas no puedan hacerlo les causa tanto miedo y ansiedad que no soportan ven a otros hacerlo.

Es loco, porque al final ambas personas actuan desde un espacio de miedo, carencia e inseguridad.

Lo mejor que podemos hacer es ignorar y seguir haciendo lo que mas nos mueve y nos hace feliz y brillar! Porque una vela no se apaga por encender otra.

Y al mismo tiempo que brillas, inspiras a otros a que enciendan y maximicen su luz.

Art has been a profound healer in my life. More than yoga or any other practice.

Although I love yoga, art can reflect your state of mind in a tangible way.

You are forced to experience the Present moment and connect with your imagination. 💭 and connect with your soul and inner psyche.

Its my space of sanctuary 🎨 and thats why I love sharing this practice, that can become a spiritual one if you intent to.

Tell me, what are your spiritual practices? 🫶✨
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#spiritualart #artspirit #artconnection #artlife #artistlifestyle #artbusiness

Glad its over 🫶✨🫠
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Some clips from @biggestlittlestreets
#verdifire

“Early Ayurvedic writings from the Charaka Samhita describe Shilajit as a cure for all diseases”

This elixir is a must have in my supplement counter now. I mix it in my tea just before getting productive and painting.

Make sure to get the highest and most purest product though!

You can get some through @thewholereason.co

@stackinfluence #thewholereason #thewholereasonpartner #shilajit #naturalsupplement #shilajitbenefits #naturalhealing #naturalenergy

Coincidence or manifestation? I’ll let you decide 😋
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The packaging is a whole another process of creativity.

As I grow, my biz grows and my packaging abilities grow as well.

What do you think ? 🫶🤗✨
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#artpackages #packaging #artbusiness #artsales #artcommissions

Selling art doesnt have to be like this⤵️

I spent years trying to sell my art, products and services for more than $1000 but it never happened.

I was always waiting for friends, mentors or teachers to validate me and tell me my art was worth more, or id spend hours creating instagram reels because i thought more followers meant more sales

But still nothing 😞

✨Here’s what I did not only to start selling my art but sell for thousands of dollars:

1. I worked on my mindset, limiting beliefs and my identity. You cant achieve different things with the same identity you have now.

Think about the person that makes that amount of $, what does he/she do, act, think and feel? and become that!

2. worked on my self-esteem. some creatives disregard this but its crucial if you want to make more money.

The amount of money you receive now indicates what you think and feel about your self-worth. The more i improved my sense of self-worth, i started making more money and creating opportunities that brought more income.

3. learn digital marketing and sales strategies. You can have all the above nailed down but if you don’t know how to sell your art, then you have no sales.

You need to learn how to create meaningful conversations, relationships that can bring in the income. Money comes from people, so the better you get at communicating with people, the more $ will flow.

Comment “workshop” if you want to start making money with your art.
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It took me more than a decade to release myself from all the mental constraints that blocked me in so many ways:

mental, creative, sexual, emotional, and even spiritual.

That’s why I want this piece to go to someone who resonates with the message so she can feel inspired daily and reminded of who she truly is 💪✨

Have you felt trapped by societal expectations? Share below 👇
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#wildwomen #womenwhorunwiththewolves #wolfwoman #wildwoman #wildnature #abundantartist

It’s all about the process 🫶✨
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I got tired,

Tired of waiting for mentors, teachers or experts to tell me my art was good enough to be worthy of being sold.

I got tired of waiting for friends or family to validate me and my art so I could start selling my products.

People have opinions about everything, but that doesn’t mean they dictate what you’re supposed to do.

So stop waiting for others to determine how much your art is worth and start validating yourself.
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Want to sell your art for more than $1k without having to be validated by others?

Comment: “Workshop”
Then I’ll DM you my free Abundant Artist Mindset Workshop.

If you’re interested in a one to one mentorship, comment “mentorship” and I’ll send you
the link to book a free discovery call with me / learn more about my $25 to $2500 mentorship.
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Some may or may not agree with me but,

💣 The amount you sell your art for is not determined by how good you are painting.

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💣 You can sell art without having thousands for followers.

I created a free workshop to show you how you can start selling your art for more than $1k or $2k.

It’s my exact abundant artist roadmap to help you sell for more without the struggle.

Want it?
Comment “workshop”

No, im not saying growing on socials is not important⤵️

And there’s nothing wrong with wanting to increase your reach,

The problem is when you become obsessed with going viral that you lose the main focus which is

✨serving and selling ✨

Marketing gurus say you need to post 1-3 times per day, every day and increase your reach and create posts that go viral.

But your post can go viral reaching hundreds of thousands of people that don’t care about you or your product.

Instead, you could create a solid post with 1k views but that’s specifically directed to your community and make more sales than the viral one with no clear communication or strategy to reach your ideal client. 🙈

I get it friend, i used to be the obsessed one but the moment I began selling with posts that only had 15 likes and less than 1k views, i knew i was up to something.

So I teach my community an alternative way to create a marketing strategy that can attract the right audience without having to burn out trying to go viral.

✨you’ll know how to identify your “ideal client” and how to communicate with them

✨you’ll get a crystal clear idea of your mission and your message.

Have you felt burned out creating content and feeling like it gets crickets and worse, no sales?! Share below! 👇

And, do you want to get a solid sales and marketing strategy to sell more of your art and products? Comment “mentorship” and ill send you a DM with more info!
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#abundantartist #sellyourart #artsales #howtosellyourart #artbusiness #beginnerartist #artistcalifornia #artnevada

Want to sell your art for more than $1k or $2k? Comment “workshop“ for my free workshop where I share everything you need to start.

Here’s what I did⤵️

Step 1: the right mindset
this is the foundation of your success as an art entrepreneur. you need to have the right belief systems that will support your endeavors. you have to embody the person that has what you want to accomplish.

✨Inside my free “abundant artist mindset” workshop, you’ll get everything in details and steps to accomplish this. (Comment
“Workshop” for this!)

Step 2: personal growth
you need to have a growth mindset where you are constantly learning not only about art but about yourself and business.

Step 3:
Art skills growth. An abundant artist knows there is a commitment to one’s craft. Even if you don’t want to be a realist or the best jewelry maker, you have to know what you are doing and get better at it consistently.

Step 4:
Sales and Marketing strategies. You can be the best artist but if you don’t have any strategy, you won’t be able to sell the way you wish to. You need systems and be able to apply a strategy for a period of time so you know what works for you and what doesn’t.

Comment “WORKSHOP” & I’ll send you the link to my free Abundant Artist Mindset workshop which includes everything you need to start making $2k plus with your art.
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#abundantartist #sellyourart #howtosellart #artsales #artentrepreneur #artbusiness #artistmindset

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