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Weekly BobBlast Issue 470

Best of BobBlast - Habits of Creative Painters


Welcome Back to Another BobBlast!

This Best of BobBlast originally aired as a PepTalk. It is a Holiday Weekend here in the States, so I figured something short and sweet would work well for this week's BobBlast!


I just finished a 5-day Abstract Painting & Collage Workshop in my studio. The space is still vibrating from all the creative energy! So now, today, I am staying in my studio… where I can think, write, doodle, draw, paint, create.


My studio is my happy place, my sanctuary. Even when I am not feeling very creative, I have found that it is important to just show up. I like to say, "Decide what you want, then make it happen."


To create something…isn't that what we want? This Best of BobBlast is a PepTalk… all about creating habits. And these habits involve creativity!


Habits of Creative Painters


All creative painters, producing new works, have these six habits in common. First, you have to want to paint more creative works. It’s a choice.


1. Confidence comes from determination. You really want this.

2. Humility comes from knowing you don’t know it all.

3. Mindfulness. Being ready for all information.

4. Curious. Exploring, experimenting and expecting lots of unsuccessful paintings.

5. Energy. This is not the time to be lazy, but instead to goof around with all your ideas.

6. Action. Now do it!


And… Original, creative works of art aren’t guided by a conservative committee of old-school opinions… or jurors. Click here on on the above image to download a "6 Habits of Creative Painters" PDF handout.


Be yourself. Everyone else is already taken. - Oscar Wilde


Art will heal the Planet!


If you are interested in painting with me, I teach workshops, both Online and In-Person. Check out my Workshop Schedule for dates and locations!


Enjoying watching Bob's Demos? Join Bob Online!

• July 11, 2023

“Quick Guide to Working with Neutrals”

• August 9, 2023

“Painting Pears, Pineapples and Peppers!”

• September 6, 2023

“Dramatic Landscapes: Clouds and Skies”

Click here for more info


Painting with Dry Pigments, Chalks & Powders 

In-Person Workshop: July 21-23, 2023

Click here for more info

Learn how to create a singular!

Sponsored by Burridge Studio


Join us for our NEW 1-Day Online Intensive Workshops

• July 15, 2023

"Loose Abstract Landscapes

Click here for more info and to register

•August 31, 2023

"Painting the Illusion of Glass Vessels"

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Paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, California

Studio Mentor • Instructional • Figure Painting Workshops

3-day Painting with Dry Pigments, Chalks & Powders - July 21-23, 2023

Studio Mentor Workshop - August 3-6, 2023

5-day Loosen Up with Aquamedia - September 11-15, 2023

Studio Mentor Workshop - October 5-8, 2023

Studio Mentor • Instructional • Figure Painting Workshops

The Entire 2023 Studio Workshop Schedule is on our website!

Click here for more details


Don't Miss! - Online Figure Workshops

September 29 - October 1, 2023

Abstract Figurative

Sponsored by the Sedona Arts Center

Click here for more info

•and•

November 11-12, 2023

Paint Bob's Circus!

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

Click here for more info


Want more info and a hands-on experience about Neutrals?

We have an online workshop coming up!

Neutrals! How to Create & Use

•August 26-27, 2023

Color is exciting! Bright colors scream color! Neutrals whisper…

This Burridge workshop is all about neutral colors.

How to make neutrals and how to use neutral colors effectively in your paintings.

•You will make your own Neutral Color Chart as a studio reference

•You will learn to “grey down” color and discover which colors make neutrals pop

•Plenty of time for experimentation in mixing your favorite neutrals

•Making mud verses working with neutrals - Bob will assist you in learning the difference

Click here for more information.


Burridge Critiques Your Art

Online honest critiques • Private one-on-one

Critiques • Coaching • Comments • Suggestions

Click here for more information!


We have Gift Certificates!

For YOU to give… or for someone to give YOU

Click here for more info!


Burridge Available ArtWork - For sale on our website

New Available Work and Small Original Paint Sketches!

Check it out!

Thanks again for watching and telling your friends! All my BobBlasts are archived on my website and my YouTube Channel. We post new studio tips weekly that offer real content, substance and useful techniques that work for me. And they're free! We appreciate your interest, questions, comments and support!

Below is a list of featured workshops - but did you know that I also offer private sessions in my studio and online? Perfect for beginners who want a crash course in watercolor or acrylic or for artists who are designing an exhibit and want to bounce ideas for content and techniques. I devote 100% of my studio time to you! Designed for 1 to 3 people - if you are interested or have questions, email kate@robertburridge.com

Our most current Workshop Schedule!

Paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, California!

Mentor, 5-day Instructional, Figure Painting and One-on-One Workshops

Click here for more info.

Contact Kate@robertburridge.com for questions.


•July 6-9, 2023

Robert Burridge Studio Figure Painting Workshop/undraped model

4-day Workshop in Bob’s Arroyo Grande, CA Studio 

Limited to 6 enrollees

Contact Kate@RobertBurridge.com for fees and details.

Click HERE for more info


•July 11, 2023

Bob’s Monthly Demo - ONLINE DEMO

“Quick Guide to Working with Neutrals”

Contact kate@robertburridge.com

Click here for more info


•July 15, 2023

Loose Abstract Landscapes - ONLINE WORKSHOP

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

Contact kate@robertburridge.com

Click here for more info


•July 21-23, 2023

Painting with Dry Pigments, Chalks & Powders - IN-PERSON WORKSHOP

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

Contact kate@robertburridge.com

Click here for more info


July 29-30, 2023 

Non-Objective Mixed Media - ONLINE WORKSHOP

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

Contact kate@robertburridge.com

Click here for more information.


•August 3-6, 2023

Robert Burridge Studio Mentor Workshop

Come paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, CA

4-day Workshop/Mentor Program, limited to 7 enrollees

Contact kate@RobertBurridge.com for fees and details.

Click HERE for more info.


•August 9, 2023

Bob’s Monthly Demo - ONLINE DEMO

“Painting Pears, Pineapples and Peppers!”

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

Contact kate@robertburridge.com

Click here for more info

 

•August 19-20, 2023

Fix & Finish! - ONLINE WORKSHOP

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

Contact kate@robertburridge.com

Click here for more information.

 

August 26-27, 2023

Neutrals! How to Create & Use - ONLINE WORKSHOP

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

Contact kate@robertburridge.com

Click here for more information.

 

•August 31, 2023

Painting the Illusion of Glass Vessels - ONLINE WORKSHOP

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

Contact kate@robertburridge.com

Click here for more information.


For more 2023 and 2024 Workshop Dates click here!

Hope you have enjoyed these short, weekly blasts!
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Click HERE to view BobBlast Issue 470 video!


Best of BobBlast - Habits of Creative Painters

Love, Peace & Happiness,

Weekly BobBlast 470 - Video run time 4 minutes, 22 seconds



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To read about Bob's studio practices, intentions, and painting tips, 

check out his Loosen Up and Studio Notes Workbook

•Click here to order - Printed Workbook

•Click here to order - eWorkbook for iOS or PC/Android


We have Bob’s Color Wheel! 

•Click here to order - Studio Wall Chart Color Wheel

•Click here to order - Portable Travel Color Wheel


•We have a special for BOTH color wheels! Click here.


Buy a Creativity Combo of a Workbook, Travel Color Wheel 

and a set of 3 Studio Guides!

•Click here to order - Printed Creativity Combo

•Click here to order - Digital Creativity Combo


For more info about Bob's Workshop Schedule click here.



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