After more than a year away from writing, I’m returning with a new perspective shaped by motherhood, creativity, and the slow, messy work of building something meaningful. This season has changed how I make art, how I see Inked & Ordinary, and how deeply I want to create a life my daughter can one day believe is possible too.

I’ve been on and off quick format social media for years, trying to make it work for my art career. But no matter what I do, it leaves me feeling drained, distracted, and discouraged. This time, I’m stepping away- the goal is for good. Here’s why—and what I’m doing instead.

Struggling with imposter syndrome as an artist? I’ve spent years questioning the value of my work, but maybe the real measure of worth isn’t what we expect. Let’s talk about redefining value, pushing past doubt, and continuing to create—whether or not the imposter voice ever fully fades.

Pregnancy has changed more than just my body—it’s reshaped my art. Once focused on grief and loss, my paintings are now filled with life, color, and a sense of freedom. In this post, I reflect on how becoming a mother is shifting my creative process.