My brother and I have a long standing inside joke about my art career.  I'm so grateful he's a fan, and even glad he teases me a little about how serious I can get.  He and my art invite me to loosen my grip and trust.

Here's a 5-minute video excerpt from the Brave Joy Collective Zoom Gathering in October 2021, where I tell the story about how his joke actually shaped this art image and gave me courage to make that one mark.

What mark are you wanting to make these days?  What urges you forward?  Which parts of that motivation are most trustworthy?

How might you practice being "doodley," loosened-up, and trusting as you bravely take an action?

Blessings for us all, doing our best to trust.  

--Melanie

Big, happy thanks to Brave Joy Collective members who supported me and the making of this art and video.  THANK YOU!