Creating just for yourself

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I had a moment the other day, while I was doodling in my sketchbook, when I realized how fresh, freeing and joyful it is to make stuff that you have no intention of sharing with the Internet. I was simply having fun on a Saturday afternoon, feeling the joy and freedom of experimenting and learning and making something with my hands.

Make, do, create … all while knowing that you’re not obligated to share every single thing with anyone. Art is for you, so get messy, experiment, have a grand old time without the fear of “who is going to like this?”.

Inspiration at the Isabella Stuart Gardner Museum

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I was in desperate need of creative inspiration, so I treated myself to a day at the Isabella Stuart Gardner museum in Boston. I had missed museums SO MUCH during the year of the pandemic, and though it is not over yet, it felt a little safer to be in public like this.

The museum has set times for entrance, and is big enough that you are never in crowds or groups inside. The interior is large and spacious and gorgeous.

I specifically love the Isabella because it reminds me of Europe. And for a good reason, Isabella Stuart Gardner was a big fan of Italy and the house was designed in that classic Italian architecture style.

I knew I would be seeing a lot of tile, arches and detailed architecture, and mixed textures and materials. All those things inspire me so much. They don’t necessarily come through in my artwork, but I can definitely feel a boost in my inspiration after visiting this lovely place. (Not to mention Isabella’s art collection is stunning!)

First Ever Artists Sunday

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Save the date! 🗓 Artists Sunday is November 29, 2020. This is is a nationwide initiative that encourages people to shop with artists and makers during the holidays, and make the Sunday after Thanksgiving be the largest art sales day of the year.

Join me and thousands of artists and crafts people across the nation for the first annual Artists Sunday. Simply shop with your favorite artists or makers on the Sunday after Thanksgiving.

Learn more about Artists Sunday here: https://artistssunday.com/

Word of mouth is how artists and small businesses keep going! Thank you!

New Work! | Boston Abstract Artist

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I’ve been working on some wonderful, colorful new pieces of art the last few weeks. Here are a few close ups! Painting is a moment of calm and creativity during these still-weird days of quarantine.

I have a new collection releasing on June 18th. The pieces are all small, and perfect as gifts for the (mostly virtual) milestone celebrations the summer months bring. The bright and full of hope. Stay tuned on instagram or by joining my email list!

The Burst Collection by Stephanie Rita Creative

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Hi Friends! On May 1st, I launched a fine art collection called the Burst Collection! The pieces are full of color and movement and hope!

When I started painting my collection in early February, I didn’t plan that it’s release date would be in the middle of a pandemic. With all the drastic changes happening in the world, I was ambivalent to stay on schedule and worried it wasn’t the right time to be making and marketing art. But with beautiful encouragement from my friends and art community, I decided to push forward, even if only for the benefit of my mindset. These 20 paintings came from hope, worry, changing seasons, new traditions and pursuing creativity even in the unknown. I hope they will be an open, energizing, hope-filled and encouraging experience for you, your family, and your safe spaces.

VISIT THE BURST COLLECTION HERE!