Dear Painters,

I just finished having my first painting class with a friend! I loved it. Awhile back he was interested in taking a painting class and I told him that I could teach him. We talked and talked for months and finally we started today. I couldn't believe how fun it was for me and I hope he had just as much fun. Maybe, I am meant to teach art to adults.

I have been a bit nervous about this little one-on-one class because I have never done something like this before. But all of the nervousness went away as soon as I started helping my friend. Sometimes I forget how easily painting is for me. I have been doing it for so long that it's second nature. I also forget that knowing the ins and outs about color, brushes, and materials is a skill to be respected. I assume that in this world of digital art, a painting almost seems like a past time. But my friends seem to want my paintings.

I wonder though why I am not hesitant in giving my paintings or art away. I will definitely keep my favorites. Bottom line, I think that art should be affordable to everyone even to those that are unemployed.

Try something new and maybe include your skills. Being creative in how you make money pays off.

Mixing hues,
My-Linh