After years of floating through imaginary lands, I find my work returning to the present moment in the real world. This year, I'm exploring what it means to draw from life.

It seems to have all started with this camellia tree in my backyard. It was there when we moved in, and I never really paid that much attention to it. Then, one day, I drew it, and something changed without me even realizing it. 

Now I find myself drawing more and more from real life. And as I piece the pieces together, a story naturally emerges. I am finding out in real time what it wants to say. -M

Play the video above or watch on YouTube here. If you'd like to learn more about the connection between art and mindfulness, check out my Guide to Mindful Creativity.