Since I've been focussing on folk art and photography I

sometimes find that images come to me as I fall asleep.

My favourite image that arrived this way is of a

folk art bear.

Betsy Dillard Stroud writes in her kit

on creativity "The Artist's Muse"

the following-

"To those removed from the artistic life,

the word creative might imply a world far, far

away-a distant plane inhabited by only the most

gifted artists. Enigmatic, unreachable and unreachable.

Elitist.

Let me assure you. Being creative is a natural gift

accessible to all. To be creative you simply open

a door, the door of the subconscious mind, and

allow thoughts and images to emerge unedited

Then of course you must challenge yourself

by taking action."

This quote resonated with me.

I hope that you enjoy the painting

of my folk art bear.

Have a swamped-with-creativity day today.

Helen.