The Art Box - Episode 482 — Finding Freedom on the Canvas: Chris Picior

More than 475 episodes after her first visit to The Art Box, magnificent Mesquite artist Chris Picior returns—and she is still discovering new ways to create.

Chris was our guest way back on Episode 6, when we talked about her lifelong journey through art. This time, we catch up on where that journey has taken her and, perhaps more importantly, the new artistic freedom she has discovered.

Chris talks about taking classes through Milan Art and how the experience has encouraged her to loosen up, experiment, and trust herself more as an artist. We explore her work with the brush, sketching, ink and her wonderfully creative gourds—and her new adventure into oil painting. Chris's willingness to keep exploring new media has been a hallmark of her artistic life.

We also talk about her years of leadership with the Virgin Valley Artists' Association, her recovery from shoulder surgery, her love of birds, and what happens when an accomplished artist gives herself permission to try something different. Chris remains active with the VVAA today as Past President and Membership Director.

Sometimes artistic growth isn't about learning to paint inside the lines.

Sometimes it's finally realizing you don't have to.

Find Chris' beautiful art at: https://www.chrispiciorart.com/