Acrylic pouring is a painting technique that has taken the art world by storm, and it’s certainly had a deep impact on my life. After all, you wouldn’t be reading this on my website dedicated to it if it didn’t! Much like the paint itself, my creativity flows...
In today’s world, the competition for attention is maddening. Data, products, brands, and media are thrown at us at the speed of light, making it extremely difficult to grab the already limited attention of people. What has helped me gain attention is finding my...
In this month’s blog, I explore my experiences and reality through how I use colors and psychology. However, I won’t approach it scientifically; instead, I’ll try to explain how colors and psychology exist inside my artistic creation processes. At...
Before I answer the question of ‘what does Jelly mean,’ I’d like to pause and dedicate this February blog to my Grandma and Grandpa Sunshine. The “Sunshines” could be seen in smoke-filled clubs, watching us play loud music at 1 am and love it....
I’ve never been one to set resolutions upon a New Year. The older I get, the sillier it seems; also—with age—I’m finding a mantra within me saying, “Accomplish what you can, when you can, because you can…before you can’t.” I...
Between all the politics, worries, scares, and loudmouths, it’s easy to understand the impact on people’s mental state. I personally know the calm that art and creativity bring to me, which is why I want to share insight into the mental health benefits of...
“What visual artists influence your work?” is a question I’m asked constantly. For me, this is not a simple answer, since my work is influenced significantly by two realms. The first you can’t see, my societal and cultural experiences; the second is what...
While chaotic at times, abstract art still shows imperfections and defects, which equate to a careless representation of oneself as an artist. Suppose you plan to sell your artwork and want to be taken seriously. You spend time honing your crafting skills to create,...
Spontaneous, emotional, and chaotic. Since its start, abstract expressionism has embodied these characteristics to give American artists a means to express their emotions alternatively on canvas. Yet few truly know where this movement began, or how abstract...
After being canceled for the past two years due to COVID, art shows are back in full swing. Two weeks ago, Jelly jumped back into the art show ring after being out of it for 3 years. The first show was in Plymouth, Michigan and the second show was in Ann...
