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Ring in the New Year with Portland, Oregon artist and educator Abby Houston. This daily practice leads you on a painting journey that offers a beautiful reset for all creative practices.One of the tricky parts of art making can be knowing where to start, so Abby takes you through her toolbox of techniques: layering messy marks, adding fine details and personal motifs, all while exploring emerging themes. Working in several sketchbook spreads simultaneously, this daily exploration exposes the magic of being open to transforming mistakes into thoughtfully layered creativity.