Welcome to Bits & Blobs

It feels like the first day of school, and I've just cracked open a pristine notebook! Whether it's writing or painting, a blank canvas has always sent butterflies through my stomach. If you've been kind enough to follow my Instagram journey over the past 12 years (can you believe it?), thank you from the bottom of my heart. And if you're new here, a warm welcome to you!

I'm a UK-born artist who's called New York home since 2004. While I've wielded a paintbrush for over two decades, crafting words in this format feels like uncharted territory. You see, as a painter and textile designer, I've learned to let my brushstrokes express what words often cannot. It's a language I'm fluent in.

As you may already know, I host a show on Magnolia Network called "Art in Bloom with Helen Dealtry." It's a meditative painting show that you can follow along with or simply relax to if painting isn't your thing. I'm thrilled to share that there are now 3 seasons available to stream on MAX and the Discovery channel! I'm incredibly proud of what we accomplished in those 24-ish episodes, and the feedback I've received from you all has been overwhelmingly supportive and positive. Thank you for watching and for spreading the word.

It's been wonderful getting to know you through Instagram, my in-person workshops, and the show. However, each of these platforms has its limitations when it comes to connecting on a more personal level. That's why I'm starting Bits & Blobs - to bridge that gap. And, I'm doing Substack!

So, with “brushes down” and fingers on the keyboard, let's begin this journey together. Here's a glimpse of what you can expect:

• Insights into what's currently inspiring me

• Creative prompts to spark your own artistic explorations

• Observations on art in everyday life

• Reflections on my artistic process and challenges

• Behind-the-scenes peeks into my creative process

• Exciting art techniques and experiments

• Inspiring stories from fellow artists

• Thought-provoking discussions on the role of art in our lives

• Subscriber only discounts and first notice about upcoming artwork releases and workshops.

• And perhaps a few surprises along the way

Your thoughts and ideas are very welcome here - I'd love to hear about topics you're interested in or techniques you're curious about. Your input will help shape our conversations going forward.

I'm genuinely excited to have you along for this new creative venture. Your support means everything to me. If you're enjoying my content, please consider becoming a paid subscriber.

Your subscription directly supports my work as an independent artist, allowing me to create more of what we all love. It's not just about accessing premium content – it's about fostering a thriving creative space together.

Whether you subscribe or continue enjoying the free content, I'm grateful you're here. Thank you for being part of this journey.

Here's to new beginnings and the shared joy of artistic discovery - welcome aboard!

Love,

Helen

Image via Magnolia Network

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