Annnnnd, I'm back.

[@cherylannhunterart2023]

Hi Carly, congratulations on your success in moving through pain and disappointment with determination and self-analysis. I just love the portrait and beetle paintings; you have a lovely style in your work. I am currently in Part 4 of the Milan program, and I have found myself slowly moving back to my old way of painting and settling into my own style. Though I dream of selling my work, I am fortunate to have a steady income to support me and my family while I work toward that dream. Creating for the pure joy of it is how we realign ourselves with the essence of who we are and why we are here. Just be you and continue to shine your light as you, the rest will fall into place. Hugs!

[@katjart3649]

Hi Carly, thank you for your authenticity! I am so sorry for your loss… I can absolutely relate. I am in the mastery program and just started part 2. I have a youtube channel where I share my progress and experience, too, and sometimes I worry about all my subscribers potentially watching me fail😅. Which brings me back to the start of my comment: thank you for being real!

[@CarlyJeanArt]

Hey Kat! I'm glad you could relate to my story. It was always my goal to create videos about my Mastery Program experience too. It's okay to fail, though! It's just a part of the journey and people really do appreciate the honesty. Your videos look great! Keep it up! ❤️

[@WhiteError37]

Just watched your video on how to hang a canvas. Thanks for the great video. Keep on creating keep on going the moment you move is the moment you start feeling better. Creative world is way harder when your head is all over x

[@CarlyJeanArt]

It's so true! Thanks for supporting my journey ❤️

[@ealafselim]

I am very sorry for your loss Carly. I can only imagine. Thank you for posting updates and sharing your journey. You are very real and that is so precious and valuable these days ❤ Looking forward to all your future videos 😊 I wish we can get together and attend an event sometime in the future.

[@CarlyJeanArt]

Thank you Elaf! I miss you! Your support and encouragement always means so much to me❤️

[@Siftedheart]

So sorry for your loss. I completely understand. I’m in the same situation with a loss in my family and my mentor told me to do what you’re doing, small things, with no pressure. Congratulations on your engagement and praying for success in your journey. Thanks for being willing to put yourself out there for us. You are an encouragement 🙌

[@caroljohnson9394]

So sorry for your loss; we just lost our 13 year old dog -she was the best girl and companion. Take care of yourself…enjoy your art for yourself for now, perhaps help you to heal. You have a lot of good things going on in your life so enjoy!

[@kara-liannejohnson1040]

So sorry for your loss ❤ I just found you through your Milan Art Instutute review. I love your candidness and seeing you evolve not just as an artist but as a human being. Thanks for sharing your journey ❤️

[@SimoneWhippArtist]

Oh Carly jean. I am sorry for the loss of your little companion. It must be hard to not be emotional about such a lovely little dog. Good news that you have been promoted at work. Now you can just paint for fun rather than relying on it to make a living. Good to have you back! 😊

[@CarlyJeanArt]

Thank you so much ❤️ I'm still heartbroken every day. But, it's getting a little less raw. I am relieved to be able to paint for fun and not have to worry about if my paintings will sell or not. Thanks for always following along and supporting my journey!

[@tesskansas]

Congratulations on the engagement plans. Just a bit of advice, the first time the man makes it obvious that your painting and art should not be a focus of your heart, or exhibits any other downers, be sure to RUN!. Writing from experience.

[@breedabasu]

Very sorry for your loss, it is so very hard to loose your lovely dog. I fully understand as I lost mine 2018 and it was the hardest thing, I loved her so much. I get you fully as it is like loosing a soul mate. Look after yourself and congratulations on your upcoming wedding. Your art is lovely it will always be there for you. Thank you for sharing your journey, it has been so inspiring.

[@stellarsyd]

I was crying for you!!! 😭 I am so sorry you lost your soul mate 💔Can't wait to see your new website. I am working on my own website and I'm nervous but you are inspiring me ❤ I hope things get better and I'm glad you like your job.

[@CarlyJeanArt]

Awww thank you so much! 🥹❤️ I'm glad my story could inspire you! Hopefully you'll find the nerve to post your website! You got this!! ❤️

[@amandapeete7907]

I'm sorry for the loss of your doggo. ❤ Also, those studies are lovely!

[@CarlyJeanArt]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@Di-qh8cr]

Hi Carly, could you please share the books that brought you comfort during the grieving process? I am so sorry for your loss! I went through several losses myself and any book recommendation is much appreciated. Thank you and sending you much love!

[@Lizbeth36961]

Hi, thank you so much for sharing. I believe when you take the pressure off, you will find your style and what works best for you. You have some beautiful pieces, I do think you need variety but you definitely have it in you.

[@dais7891]

I'm sorry for your loss ❤ I have 5 pets and have lost a couple over the years so I can only imagine how you must feel. Happy to see an update! I'm glad to hear about your promotion, congrats!! I'm also glad to hear you are creating just for you and that's the fun of it, experimenting and studies are always part of the progress :) I spent a couple of years in that stage until recently, I'm not in the mastery program but I did go to art school and my art has changed a lot since I graduated. I think I finally found my voice 🤣but still experimenting. I stopped worrying about my followers and likes on tiktok and insta a long while ago, too stressful, yet things always seem to turn the right direction you are working hard and it shows 💪the best art is when you do what you love! When I started to create for myself is when some of the doors opened for me, not a full time artist yet but I guess you can call it part time lol for now

[@hambeeinwall]

Congratulations on your full time job!!! I love this video and how real you always are, your personality shines!

[@DG-ri1lp]

So sorry Carly, I know the pain. I ran over my little dog a year ago. I still cry. It was the worst day of my life. 🙏

[@Tara_Kunicki]

Glad to see your face again! So sorry for your loss ❤ Your message and story is uplifting and authentic I am here for it!

[@AnnieCooper-d2h]

Sorry for your loss I know it’s not easy. Sending hugs❤ . Good luck in your new job . Love your videos & have learned so much especially as a complete beginner on procreate, you made me competent😀.Thanks ❤x

[@fuzzydragons]

ive lost a few dogs, it never gets any easier (they all need to live forever!!)

[@hambeeinwall]

Carly! 🥺❤️ im so sorry for your loss ❤️ we went through a very similar thing just last year with our cat, we had him for 7 years, they become so a part of us, take the time you need, the pain is so real ❤️ sending you so much love! ❤️

[@spillus38]

I'm so sorry about your doggie ~

[@AnnTwinklingLyon]

Sorry for your loss , I understand the feeling

[@ChantelleArts]

Welcome back, sorry for your loss

[@CarlyJeanArt]

Thank you ❤️

[@jellyjamzxo]

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[@jellyjamzxo]

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[@jellyjamzxo]

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[@kylelk]

Would you do the program again?

[@CarlyJeanArt]

Yes, totally! It was a great program. I had so much fun completing the lessons every week and I grew so much as an artist. It also helped me gain my confidence as an artist, and that’s absolutely priceless.

[@MarisaArtCrafts]

I am currently in mixed meadow nowjust started yesterday 😊

[@CarlyJeanArt]

Yay! How exciting!! 💕