The Purpose of this Blog

Art has played an enormous role in my life. It has helped me through painful experiences, educated me on the world by challenging my opinions and inspired me to create and learn new things. Most importantly it has brought joy and happiness into my life. My hope with this blog is to help you find the art or artists that will do the same for you. That will help you through tough times, motivate you to keep pushing forward and help you see the light and beauty all around us.

What will you read about?

The articles available on my blog will alternate between the following two main categories:

  • Art & Artists' Tributes: Reviews or analytical studies on different artists and their art.

  • Creative Recommendations: Shorter articles with recommendations lists of art and artists you can explore.

If you are curious to read about my own creative projects and the art or artists I’ve recently been enjoying, feel free to check out my Newsletter Page.

Creative Journal Irene van Staden Creative Journal Irene van Staden

My creative journey

At the end of 2021, I came across a book titled “The Artist’s Way” by Julia Cameron. After removing the only copy from the bookshelf, I read the blurb and undecidedly clung to it as I continued browsing through the store. Originally I had the intent of giving it as a gift to my eldest sister. Not knowing that I would embark on the artist’s journey at the start of 2022.

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