NEW ART SUPPLIES, LARGE PAINTING WITH HIDDEN MESSAGE, LIFE UPDATE & NEW INTERVIEW: ART VLOG

In this week's vlog I get and test new art supplies, start a new large painting with a hidden message, have a new podcast interview and life update for you!
New podcast interview with Jeanne Oliver on Perfectionism:
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Jeanne Oliver's Website:
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Jeanne Oliver's Insta:
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ONLINE CLASSES: www.sandihesterclasses.com
INSTAGRAM: / sandihesterart
WEBSITE: www.sandihester.com
PODCAST INTERVIEWS:
Jeanne Oliver: Episode 54: The Lies of Perfectionism with Sandi Hester
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Sneaky Artist: Episode 38 (part 1) Painting for Joy:
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Sneaky Artist: Episode 38 (part 2) Painting for Joy:
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ArtWank: Episode 72 Artist and KZbinr
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Authentic Obsessions: Episode 31 Enjoying the Process www.authenticobsessions.com/e...
Authentic Obsessions: Episode 45 Sketchbooks
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All music is from Epidemic Sound www.epidemicsound.com/music/g...

[@vickierandgaard2914]

I have my headphones on watching and I'm laughing hysterically, and I look over and my husbands shaking his head laughing at me. Thank you for making these video days so doggone enjoyable (don't know if that's a word) Have a fabulous weekend Sandi, you light up my life!

[@sandihester]

🥰 this make me smile Vickie!

[@iwantmy10dollars]

“Being a creative person and living a creative life has far less to do with creating perfect art and more to do with being present and showing up. Let’s start where we are with what we have.” Jeanne Oliver That’s one of the best observations I’ve ever heard an artist make. This is great. Now this is the right way to approach things.

[@sandihester]

So true!

[@claudiakamen5963]

Dang Sandi... I just listened to the podcast. Cried a few times I can relate so MUCH! Very grateful for your transparency. Thank you for not being afraid to share your journey and walk with God.

[@sandihester]

😭❤️ thank you Claudia!!!!

[@lindacole6082]

I'm just watching this (love all your videos) but I'm overwhelmed with the info about your puppy, Cooper...my puppy, Brady had the same exact thing a few weeks ago! It was horrible. He too was put on pain meds for his arthritis. I felt like i had an infant again as he slept on my chest like a baby for two nights. When he wasn't sleeping with me patting his belly to give him some relief, i was walking the night away - every half hour all night long for two long nights. It was pouring out of him...poor baby. After four visits to the vet in five days, anti-diarrhea meds, anti-biotics, pain meds, and special food he is on the mend and feeling so much better. It took two full weeks. I 'm so glad Cooper is feeling better. thank you for sharing your life and creativity with us all!

[@sandihester]

Ugh - so hard isn’t it?!?!??

[@KittehNow]

Sandi, I have said it before here and I will say it again. I discovered your channel in march, and I have been watched and continue to binge watch your channel. You are an amazing human being. Your style, personality, philosophy, and advice have completely changed my art journey in a most magnificent way. I love you and what you do and I always wish you and your family the very best.

[@sandihester]

😭😭😭❤️ Kat! Thank you for these encouraging words!!!! I needed to hear them today!

[@SmillyDonut]

Poor Cooper. I'm glad he's doing better and I hope you have as long with him as possible. Sending pets and belly rubs for him.

[@sandihester]

Me too!!!! We sure love this boy!

[@michl6688]

Love that you’re embracing the coloured pencils! There’s something so satisfying about the sound of them scratching across the sketchbook page. 😊 The texture in the painting is lovely and I’m swooning over the little bits of pink underpaint coming through! 😍

[@smilesoftexas]

Bless Coop’s and your hearts. Being sick is the worst. Those little grippies on Copper’s nails…great idea!! I’ve never seen them. My mom has tile floors and her older doggy was having trouble getting around as she got older, so she put carpet floor runners down. They helped immensely. Doggy was able to go throughout without touching slick floors. Just a thought. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 for health. ❤️

[@sandihester]

We’ve put rigs down everywhere and coop just won’t use them 😔

[@kanamichelle7404]

Ruminate! What cows do😉 I so understand what you are going through with Cooper. I too have an older dog (golden retriever13 1/2 years) who has been having some issues. I am just loving on him as much as I can, because I know my remaining time with him is short, My heart will be broken when I lose him. I did listen to your interview with Jeanne, and loved your honesty and openness. It is true about perfectionism being about pride. As you said, the things we worry about other people thinking, they barely give it a thought. Once we get that, it is so freeing! As for your painting, that background is so delicious! The colors and the cats! Makes my heart and eyeballs happy! As a Christian, I also appreciated your comments about The Lord. If I keep Him in the center of my life, things are so much easier.

[@sandihester]

So hard with our older dogs. This is the first dog we’ve had to get to old age like this and it’s heartbreaking. I’m so glad you enjoyed the podcast. Thank you!!!

[@omolara8791]

Hi Sandi! Thanks for another fun video! I always enjoy the mishmash ones with different things happening. I was wondering if you have a link for the clear pencil cases you got? i'd love to get some for organization too!

[@scoanime]

Big hugs to Cooper! He's such a sweetheart. It's so hard to see them feeling bad. Another wonderful video and I listened to the podcast today and also really liked it. Great conversation.

[@sandihester]

Thank you Sandra and thank you for listening - so glad you liked it!

[@michelepastele5347]

Love and appreciate your videos Sandi! We've been through it with our little rescue dog lately, too, and I've experienced the 'bawling my eyes out' stuff too. It is much more exhausting than being sick ourselves, isn't it. Sending prayers, love and a hug that life is sweeter and easier for a while! (Thank God for emergency vets!!) x

[@sandihester]

It is so hard when they’re no well!!! It really drains me!

[@smilesoftexas]

You and your videos are my breath of fresh air on Fridays. I always look forward to your videos. I hope Blick pays you commissions because I place orders whenever I see you trying something I’ve not tried before. So happy for your success. Blessings to you my friend. ☀️ debbie

[@sandihester]

Thank you for doing that Debbie! It helps a lot!!!

[@trishwickwire3079]

Hugs for coop poor baby glad he is feeling g better

[@debbiepacko6832]

Thank you ,Sandi. You are so appreciated and loved.

[@sandihester]

❤️ thank you Debbie!

[@KittehNow]

5:02 not sure if the background d here will stay, .......but....I LOVE IT!!!!!!!! 😆

[@sandihester]

🤪

[@christiwadsworth846]

I watched the video and listened to the podcast and all I can say is you are amazing. Thank you for sharing your heart with us. Give Cooper a big hug for me. ♥️🎨

[@sandihester]

Awe - thank you!

[@tallierand]

I actually think the Joanna Gaines ponytail looks super cute on you!

[@robincivis9501]

Our puppers can look so pitiful can't they? Awww!!💕

[@sandihester]

Yes!!!!!!!! 😭

[@paint_freckles]

Sandi I really enjoyed your Podcast I shared it with several family members. We have a lot in common including our Faith, Fur babies, Painting style, Chronic illness, Love of nature, Southerners, I do not math, And I have trouble remembering words, crazy hair, And I also a pond behind my house!

[@sandihester]

So glad you enjoyed it Angie!!

[@Fie.Franciska]

Those leopards on your big painting are so cute 😊

[@susanwildt6535]

I love the background on the large painting. It reminds me of ancient Babylon’s Ishtar gates with the lions. 🐆🐆🐆

[@sandihester]

Ohhhhhh!

[@susanwildt6535]

Lol Hope that wasn’t insulting! They are pretty cool.

[@sandihester]

@@susanwildt6535 not at all!

[@Sara-cp7de]

I found u a week ago and i feel i found my favourite artist

[@sandihester]

Awe - thank you Sara and WELCOME!!!

[@LynnHPalmertree]

Sandi, great video. I always love my Fridays with you. You may know this, but seeing your painted fingers made me think of this. I keep baby wipes in my studio to clean my hands and sometimes even paint on my canvas if its just a little bit, but they work great for cleanup. Thanks again for my fun fridays.

[@sandihester]

I have baby wipes in the studio too I just never use them 😬😆

[@claremilei173]

Whenever I need to find my art MOJO again I watch you. Need another session in the park. Love from South Africa.

[@1Letter23Numbers.]

I'm late to the video and I hope Cooper is better. You're a must see in the videos, Cooper, so I hope 🙏 you get back to your bouncy self ASAP. Have a great week, Sandi. Thank you for the video.

[@sandihester]

He’s still very up and down unfortunately

[@GillianCrossArt]

So sorry Sandi...it was late last night and I fell asleep watching you! Going back to re-watch what I missed just now and it was about 20 mins! 😆 I promise I didn't fall asleep this time through.

[@dianegibbs]

Praying for Cooper!!! Loved the boat sketches and the trees from the Mother's Day sketch (the leaves and how you did the foliage! WOW!!! love the contrast with the bold lines). So many great bites in this piece Sandi! definitely can't wait for the video on the colored pencils and how you are using them!

[@sandihester]

Thank you Diane!!! I’m so glad you enjoyed it and thank you for the kind words!!!

[@jentextiles]

Hi Sandi My old Windsor & Newton tubes were dried up so I emptied a old watercolour set box and cut open the tubes put chunks in them. They reconstitute well with water sprayer! Saves squeezing all the colours from tubes in portrait group!!! Jen x

[@sandihester]

Great tip!!!

[@janineheifetz8825]

Poor sweet Cooper! He kind of reminds me of me this week! I hope some day you have a vlog with tales about growing up with Sandi with your mom!

[@sandihester]

Ohhh, that would be a good one!

[@staciemartinez]

Hi Sandi! First thing I noticed was your high ‘80s pony! LOL, looks good! I also listened to your podcast and have to share that it was really helpful and insightful. I struggle with perfectionism and it holds me back from even the simplest things. When you said it’s about self worship, it was like a lightening rod - because really, who do I think is even paying attention? Nobody! Everyone’s too busy worrying about their own stuff to notice the imperfections I see in myself and my work. Thank you for always being so open and honest with us, and for letting us in to your life the way you do. Hugs to Coop as well! ❤️

[@sandihester]

Thank you Stacie!!! I’m so glad the podcast resonated and was helpful!!!!

[@KikiFu]

Im late to this video I hope you and Cooper are both doing well ❤️🙏 I love the boat sketches!😍😍😍

[@kellyandrews9527]

I love you Cooper. Feel better. Good boy.

[@sandihester]

I gave him the message 🥰

[@MsJulez777]

I look forward to your videos every Friday. I work nights and I make sure I wake up early enough to have coffee and watch your video before I have to start getting ready for work. It's a great start to my day.

[@sandihester]

Awe - that makes me happy to hear!

[@sallysims5090]

Like that Big Cat background to the painting! Glad to hear Coop's doing better. Have a good weekend.

[@sandihester]

Thank you Sally!

[@kristinaalvinasophiajonass5798]

I have heard your podcast about perfectionismen several times, and It's really so wise and usefull for me. Thank you, Sandy ❤️🌟🙏

[@sandihester]

Thank you ❤️

[@MSKCCooke]

Had to comment right away, even while the video is still playing on my TV.... through my tears... how can I feel so emotional for a dog I've never met? I guess cuz I've been through that same stuff with a few of my furry kids over the years, including a cat currently. He is well loved by a LOT of people, obviously, and I hope that helps you and Grady through this season. My goodness what an adorable boy Cooper has always been! God bless you, all three of you! Oh, and the rest of video was fun! 😊!! Hang in there...sending Cooper virtual hugs

[@MSKCCooke]

And I want to say, I can't wait to see more about those brushes! They are so cool!! I'm picturing them in a still life...less fruit and more painting tools 😉

[@sandihester]

Awe - thank you!!! We’re loving in this guy like crazy!

[@MSKCCooke]

@@sandihester ❤

[@quietlife7186]

Thank you so much for sharing these podcasts along with your vlog Sandi! It has been wonderful getting to know you even better through your sharing your thoughts with these other creatives. I especially benefitted from "The Lies of Perfectionism with Sandi Hester" interview. It has honestly moved me to tears every time I listen to it. Your openness and rawness gives me such HOPE and ENCOURAGEMENT. I would so appreciate your taking up the subject of chronic illness/pain and how making art is a very important practice to stay mentally and emotionally healthy. You are so appreciated. Your videos have become such a tremedous blessing in my life. Thank you. You, Grady and Cooper have been in my prayers. I hope you have been able to enjoy your break from filming and that you are feeling refreshed and restored so much as is possible. Sending you Big Hugs! Your Hot Mess Sister :o)

[@sandihester]

Well Hot Mess Sister! What an encouraging message to get! Thank you for taking time to share that! I also think that the health stuff and art would make a great video - I’ll store that away for a future videos for sure!

[@quietlife7186]

@@sandihester :o)

[@andreajlmoore]

Aww...hard to see anything sick and hard to see anyone aging....human or animal. Hope this week is a much better week for everyone💕

[@sandihester]

It is hard!!!!

[@jenniek4617]

Lovely video Sandi. I do hope Coopie gets better soon. Xx

[@sandihester]

Thank you Jennie!

[@adriannaestep867]

i believe the word you were looking for was resonate

[@valentinamaggie1253]

Hi Sandi! I love your videos! They make the days more beautiful! It's nice to see you at work and thank you for showing us the moments in which you make your works of art, they are beautiful! I particularly love the colors you use, they are very bright, your paintings are an explosion of color, they are all beautiful!! I apologize for the writing errors. I'm Italian and I don't speak English very well. I'm glad I discovered your channel, all this art and your joy and passion while you paint is very beautiful! A hug to your dog, Cooper! God bless him, it's so sweet! and a warm greeting to you Sandi from Italy! :)

[@sandihester]

Thank you Maggie!

[@marykayhaywood7534]

Hey! Maybe you could make a plastic pencil bag for a limited pallette challenge. And or a limited pallette you like. Or, you could put together one for drawing in the woods, the beach, urban sketch, etc. That's cool. I think I might make one. I think it would be cool to ask my husband to pick like 5 pencils, any colors from my stash of color pencils, then I HAVE to do the drawing with only those colors. Cool too!

[@sandihester]

👍🏻🤗

[@Truchachronicles]

Awwe poor Cooper! I love him in your videos he is so sweet and gentle. Praying his pain eases. Loved the video also really like how you put the IG stories at the end. Also I think you rock that pony tail! it fits your style.

[@sandihester]

🙌 to the pony tail 😂.

[@Miss_Art_Lover7]

@ajoy invincible I have a channel to

[@impish22]

YaY... always wait for this one on Friday

[@jua6993]

love it😍

[@rl4424]

Sorry to hear Cooper was so sick. Sounds like maybe you should look at his dog food. I hope he is better by now. Gotta love those doggies! ❤

[@junemaguire5053]

Loved the comparisons with the pencils

[@rossanarusso9925]

Another great video Sandy!! Hugs and a big kiss on the nose to Cooper!

[@sandihester]

I’ll make sure to give him those kisses 🥰🤗

[@johnormesher2848]

I enjoy your videos so much. You are always so cheerful and happy, you inspire me. I am a tight painter, love your bird paintings.

[@sandihester]

Thank you!

[@terryhorowitz7076]

Great video, great fun! Yup, ruminate is the right word. I ruminate constantly! Haha. Thanks Sandi. Love it.

[@sandihester]

😂😂😂

[@BrenzerM]

Oh my heart Luminance 🥰 The best pencils, can't live without them. Beautiful beautiful Cooper 🐾 I want to kiss your face all over, feel better soon handsome x

[@sandihester]

I have been kissing his face all over 😂 and he loves it!

[@brendawhaley7094]

its so exciting to mess with art stuff loll i love it even the sounds

[@sandihester]

I love the sounds too Brenda!

[@angeladamore2711]

Sweet Cooper❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏

[@meganarline]

Lots of love to Cooper! I always enjoy seeing your furry family in the videos.

[@sandihester]

❤️

[@Julie-vy3oz]

Poor Coops. I hope he stays well. Fun video as also. I like seeing your enthusiasm and process. It’s encouraging.

[@sandihester]

He’s been feeling better!

[@heidikarpa2278]

Hey, Bud, hope you’re feeling better. Sounds like you were really sick. Glad to hear you’re doing better. KZbin just love you, Cooper. Hope you’re doing better too, Sandi. Difficult times for sure. My Izzy girl’s is winding down herself. All I do is love on her. I’m positive you do the same for Cooper. 💕

[@sandihester]

Yes, Coop is getting g LOTS of love for sure!!!

[@deborahmeyers551]

Ohhhh no little Cooper was ill I'm sorry to hear big kisses from me to Cooper. I love the new painting like crazy it's awsome thanks for sharing Sandi 💜 I love your videos 💜

[@sandihester]

Thank you Deborah!!! I’m loving how it’s coming along too!

[@Harkart59]

Poor Cooperboy and You too! I've been there and it ain't easy at all. I love how that painting is developing❤. I'm going to listen to that podcast tomorrow. Sounds really fun. Wow I love the boats!!

[@sandihester]

Thank you for all of it Cyndi!

[@madelynsmith8281]

The podcast was wonderful!! I have struggled with perfectionism all my life. I try to take baby steps to free myself of it, but it is not that easy. My Dad was the same way. I think he expected that from me growing up. And I just picked that trait up myself. But the podcast really did resonate with me. I was very interested in what you had to say about Jesus. Without Him we are nothing. I am sure the ladies at your church are thanking God for you Sandi as their counselor. Great job!!! ❤

[@sandihester]

Madelyn I’m so glad to hear the podcast resonated with you!!! I hope it’s helpful going forward. Life is short and eternity is long - let’s not waste this life zeroed in on self and what others will think. Let’s enjoy it!

[@sandfly60]

Loving the paint smear page. Love and schrooochies to Coop!❤️❤️❤️

[@sandihester]

thank you!

[@caroldrummond1389]

wonderful video as always. So hard emotionally to deal with our pups when they are old. Our last one it was clean up duty for a year. As far as getting up from floor I placed a lot of yoga mats around on our wood floors which helped a lot. Love all the creative energy you have. Reminds me of my younger yrs as an artist :) As a cautious note be aware that when using your fingers to push paint around you are absorbing toxins through your skin. Off the top of my head the cobalts in particular , there are others and they are cancer causing. Some colors are harmless. It took decades before they realized artists who used dyes were exposing themselves needlessly to cancer causing agents and getting cancer. I think they have X's and warnings on all the paint tubes now that have those components.. Transdermal is something to be aware of. Just thinking of you. xo

[@sandihester]

Good point!

[@katpaints]

@@sandihester You do not know how upset I was hearing you talk about finger-painting with watercolors. I have had to stop a few times when watching because of it! Watercolor and oil paint pigments are the easiest to absorb through the skin. Acrylic has a bit of a barrier because of the polymers. The entire decorative painting industry had a wake-up call in the 80s when a couple of the more well known teachers were hospitalized l for some time because they had not been careful with skin contact. We actually used to point our brushes AFTER washing them thoroughly... in our mouths! You do not need one more problem!

[@KLeonardM]

Always interesting and a great time watching you do your thing Sandi. Hoping Cooper stays well. God bless.

[@sandihester]

🥰 thank you Kathleen!!

[@luannianke8110]

Enjoyed podcast with J. Oliver and todays video from you.

[@sandihester]

Ohhhh, thank you LuAnn!!!

[@traceywoodson1951]

HI Sandi, I was sad to hear Cooper is not well. I have been caring for two dogs with arthritis for several years. One just turned 19 years old. We have tried everything:CBD oil (Ellevet at Cornell University), Acupuncture home visits, and different meds. Here is what worked for us the best. We got a stroller and a dog support belt to get around this past year. For meds, I have not given in to the often prescribed Rimadyl/Carprofen/Medicam drug because it can be toxic for some dogs with immediate devastating consequences. We do use Gabapenten and Galliprant to alleviate inflammation and pain. I have recently started giving Adequan injections. The toe grips helped for awhile. We gained several years with the above treatment. My oldest girl is now dependent on me to move her, but she still eats heartily and enjoys her strolls. Have hope!

[@sandihester]

This is encouraging and thank you for sharing!!!

[@Mirarockx]

Lots of love to you and Cooper ❤

[@sandihester]

Thank you Miranda!

[@alinatr2693]

Thank you for making my day better☺

[@sandihester]

Awe - thank you for letting me know that!!!

[@samcook532]

Oh hey ...you got me with that podcas t . So beautiful I'm sending you this ♥️and two for coops ♥️♥️ you wonderful lady ..you have a gift xx

[@sandihester]

Thank you Sam!!!!

[@jeanettezvargulis9755]

Hi Sandi, thanks for another wonderful video 😊😊 With the dried out watercolour tubes - you can cut them open and use like pans; add water and good to go💕💕

[@sandihester]

WHAT?!?!? Didn’t even think about that!! GENIUS!!! Good thing I’ve been saving them!!!!

[@judygrandstrand9784]

Poor Cooper. Glad he’s feeling better.

[@cathybockel1213]

So fun

[@sandihester]

So glad!!!

[@LouStineArtStudios]

Hugs to you and Coop. Thanks for all the great info! Love those clear pouches. Could you share the link please?

[@julietoye9872]

Cooper 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖 hugs xxxxxx

[@iwantmy10dollars]

Ya I’ll go listen to that podcast… I’m interested to hear what you guys think about it. It’s the biggest problem I have is that voice in my head. It takes the fun out of it. When I was part of a watercolor Facebook group, mainly for beginners, way too many people would post their work then pick it apart and feel like they failed. I did it myself a couple times but then I saw what it looked like when others did it and never did it again. It didn’t stop the voice in my head I just don’t ever let it come out of my mouth. And anyway who cares? It’s so tempting to do it but when I’m on the other end the last thing I want to hear is all the things that are bad about the piece that someone created. Anyway the next morning it usually doesn’t look that bad after all 😂 Many paintings that I’ve done I’d get to the middle, get that familiar sinking feeling, feel like I hated it and myself for not doing better, have to force myself to finish, only to find out that a couple days later I actually quite liked it.

[@jcookie9448]

I looooove the "polka tigers" (what are they called??). The background looks so gorgeous! I'm so glad to hear that Cooper is doing better. Those nails are fancy. Look forward to the podcast! Thank you for another week of inspiration. Edit: LEOPARDS. Had to scroll down in the comment section 😂

[@sandihester]

thank you!!!!

[@juliamolewyk7186]

Fun video! I hope Cooper stays healthy. Do you have a link for the clear make-up bags? Love the hidden title in the large piece!

[@dolphinboy9717]

i started allergy shots 1.5 years ago. after 2 months my hayfever all but disappeared. i could go neck deep in grasses and things that would normally be a killer. Nowadays i don't have any seasonal allergies of any type... all gone. btw, My allergies were very bad compared to most ppl's. 1 shot a week now, but next year it goes to once every 2 weeks then longer breaks. I highly suggest getting the shots.

[@jennievaughn29]

Love this painting and how excited you are about it! You may have shared before, but I’m wondering about the color of red/orange doors in your studio. What color is that? It’s gorgeous!😍

[@sandihester]

I’m not sure about the doors - we painted them over 10 years ago

[@suzannehalesuzzz4895]

Hey friend. Suggestion, Prismacolor art stix woodless colored pencils. They are fabulous. Love your vids.

[@sandihester]

Ohhhh I’ll check them out!

[@suzannehalesuzzz4895]

Thank you for simplicity. You are so inspiring.

[@labcat647]

Thanks for keeping me company while I finish a painting. Do you mind sharing where that marina was? It looks so peaceful. I need to get out of my studio and paint more locations around Nashville. I don’t live close to any of the lakes.

[@sandihester]

It was in Hendersonville but I don’t know the name of it

[@labcat647]

@@sandihester Thanks! Old Hickory is beautiful there. It's been a long while. I need to pack my sketchbook and head on up.

[@moniqueamoros7466]

Cc Sandy ,j’adore ton travail ,j’aurai aimé voir le travail des sous couches.merci d’y penser.❤. Mo

[@angelakirklin9288]

also... I watched you struggle with your dirty fingers with the paint and the 1 napkin.... baby wipes are an artists best friend and will remove acrylics, watercolors etc. I keep a package on my art desk at all times to grab for messy hands!

[@sandihester]

👍🏻🤗

[@andreatorraca8755]

Have you used the pattern in the yellow rug?it has me focusing in on it,lololol something about it!!!!!!!!!

[@sandihester]

I’ve not but I should

[@PiiaMM]

You know the saying "a leopard can't change it's spots"? I think your lion/tiger is maybe a leopard, looks good as a wallpaper what ever it is.

[@sandihester]

I wondered that too 😂😂😂

[@reddoglady1]

what are the brand of pencils and cool pencil holders. Thanks

[@sandihester]

I use several different brands

[@luharris-burr9913]

Have you begun this painting with collage paper first to give texture?

[@poogeasaurus5684]

Hey Sandi! Do you use a barrier cream on your hands when you smear around paint?

[@poogeasaurus5684]

Also re: those big black (coarse?) bristle brushes you unpacked- I think you can find at automotive stores? My dad uses them to clean carburetors!

[@sandihester]

Sometimes but not usually 😬😳

[@sandihester]

Wow - really?!?!?

[@mindym.1166]

Poor Cooper. Hope he is better now. Extra ear rubs from me and a wag of the tail to Cooper from our good old black lab Mr. Bo who understands all too well the embarrassment of explosive diarrhea in the house.

[@sandihester]

We’ve been giving him so much love!

[@kimfox8622]

LOL Sandi they're not tigers or lions they're leopards xx

[@lisamariaartista]

Ruminate not Regurgitate hahaha ❤️

[@sandihester]

😂😂😂

[@quit4292]

What kind of dog is coop?!

[@sandihester]

Korthals Griffon

[@AutumnLeaf24]

How old is your dog?

[@maryamkj1264]

وای که چقدر کارهاتونو دوست دارم سلیقه منم مث شماست توروخدا ترجمه بدارید🌹❤🥰👌iran

[@LCLand]

Ruminate. But it has a bit of a negative connotation like thinking to a level of dysfunction 🤷🏻‍♀️ as we may tend to do.

[@iwantmy10dollars]

Ok I’m done listening to the podcast. Here are my thoughts. One of the reasons I even wanted to start painting in the first place is that I wanted the energy of god to come thru me then out of me and into the painting. To bring the light and the energy of god into this world thru something I created. But it would be me and god doing it not just me. It didn’t really have to do with anyone outside of me, other people. Our world is such a dark luciferian place it can use all the help we can give it in whatever our own unique way is. I just wanted to spread his energy freely. Instead the nasty voice of perfectionism and beating myself up spread its ugly energy all over everything. I remember the day I stopped I thought to myself, if this is the way it’s going to be then I’m not doing it. Everything about this is all wrong. Every since then I have felt blocked. I have painted some… but it doesn’t flow freely. I didn’t know it would turn into this I didn’t see it coming. I think one of the most valuable things about your videos is that you made a concerted effort to not go there. If you thing you’re going there you immediately make it messy…lol You do whatever it takes to not go there. Even if it means going into places nobody else understands. You will throw everything to the wind to not go there. To not be constrained or confined by it. That takes so much bravery and I don’t see anybody else doing it. Then you turn around and make some of the most lovely paintings. Those three that were sitting behind you on the back wall… the big one and two smaller ones.. I kept seeing them there, thinking to myself.. wish I could have those… I love all three… how’s it that no one had pryed those out of her hands.. The other thing I notice is your exuberance for adventure. Here it is snowing in the middle of winter and your excited to go out and paint 😂 and then I hear you say recently that you have health problems… diabetes.. I found myself thinking, sheesh, she is always finding happy. Even in spite of have physical problems. She looks for happy. That’s special.

[@sandihester]

Thank you Susan. All glory be to God - any joy you see or any good you see in my is from Him and His work in me.

[@fuzzydragons]

I havent even out in the backyard due to allergies, stupid trees and rapeseed oil poor Cooper, getting old sucks

[@sandihester]

I’ve been getting my allergy shots weekly and that’s the only way I’ve been able to get out.

[@fuzzydragons]

mine are not bad enough to get the shots unless we pay for them, which isnt going to happen

[@angelakirklin9288]

The print is of cheetahs..........so not lions or tigers or bears, oh my, lol!

[@sandihester]

😂😂😂

[@janeandclementine]

Feels inappropriate to “like” this video with the news about Cooper, hope he’s feeling much better.

[@sandihester]

He’s up and down. He’ll have a couple of good days and then bad days. Not sure how much longer we’ll have this sweet boy 😭