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7:05 AM
 

We often refer to dogs as "man's best friend," and for good reason. Their loyalty, affection, and joyful nature make them some of the most beloved companions on the planet. But what if humans adopted more of the qualities that make dogs so special? Imagine a society where we all lived with the heart of a dog—extending love as instinctively as a wagging tail, protecting each other without hesitation, and finding joy in the little things.

Here are 25 dog-…

5:59 AM

Grid Happens

Learn how drawing a bunch of boxes can actually help you chill out, make art, and (bonus!) turn your fur baby into a masterpiece. Featuring the Grids and Whiskers YouTube series—aka your new creative bestie.

Breaking News: Art is Not Just for Fancy People

Contrary to popular belief,…

Mar 11

Ah, the question every artist loves and dreads at the same time: "How did you come up with this idea?" It’s like people assume I have some magical creativity potion on tap. Spoiler alert: I don't.

Now, some people are born with the ability to "think outside the box." For the rest of us? Well, it takes a little more effort. But don’t worry, even if you're a box dweller, there’s hope…

Mar 11

What was I thinking—or was I thinking at all? Let me set the stage: It was 1994, I was young, it was the 90s (so you know, anything seemed possible), and I had money burning a hole in my pocket. On a total whim, I, Holly Seon-Wilson, decided to open an art gallery—because, why not? It felt like the next logical step in my life journey. I called it The Village Gallery... and, spoiler alert: it lasted a grand total of 9…

Mar 11

 

Ah, my first art show - 1988. It was supposed to be a proud moment—my handmade paintings displayed on my equally handmade display panels. Everything looked perfect in my head, right up until the moment a strong gust of wind sent those panels flying, along with my hopes of looking like a professional artist.

There I was, crouched on the…

Mar 11

 

It was a gorgeous day for a 2023 Arts Festival in Philadelphia, the kind where everything just feels perfect. The sun was shining, I had all my artwork beautifully displayed, and I had my trusty team—my daughter, my son, their significant others, and my cousins—all ready to help out.

Little did I know, Mother Nature had other plans.…