Next Episode

11/14″ Mixed media painting on paper

Speaking of what’s next, I have been waiting to tell you all about a new venture I’m excited about! I’ve signed up as a volunteer to teach art workshops for OUR Arts Foundation! My first workshop was scheduled for this month but it was postponed, but I have another one scheduled in May, I am so excited to get started!

OUR Arts Foundation’s mission is to nurture healing and self-empowerment through creativity by offering a variety of workshops that focus on using artistic expression.
Located in San Diego County, CA, OUR Arts works with artists who join the mission of helping survivors heal by empowering resilience through art.
OUR local artists work in collaboration with organizations helping survivors of domestic violence, trauma, sexual violence, sex trafficking, homelessness, and the foster care system.

I hope that my art experience and guidance will help these people find some joy and enlightenment even for a short time while they heal and move forward. As a survivor of abuse, I can empathize with and relate to some of their stories, and I know that art can be a great tool to get through difficult times.

OUR Arts Foundation is a non-profit entirely funded through donations and community support, if you are at all able, please donate, even one dollar can make a difference! ☺

31 responses to “Next Episode”

  1. M. Avatar
    M.

    Oh very cool Tiff, congrats

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thanks Matt, I am nervous and excited at the same time, new stuff!

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  2. capentalc Avatar

    Too bad it’s not near me, I would’ve loved to take classes with you! You make such amazing art!

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      That is a bigger compliment than you might think! I’m jumping into something totally new and scary, but I keep telling myself, I can do it!☺

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      1. capentalc Avatar

        Yes, with all that talent, of course you can! You art is so inspirational!

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  3. hitandrun1964 Avatar

    That sounds wonderful. Very exciting.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      It feels like, finally, I can help people with what I know, by sharing my passion! It feels like the right step for me, and my contribution to helping others. ❀

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      1. hitandrun1964 Avatar

        I’m so happy for you and for all the people you will be teaching. ❀️

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  4. Michele Lee Avatar

    Sounds impactful and meaningful. Best wishes to you, Tiffany. You will surely make a difference. Thank you for sharing and please keep us posted.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thanks Michele!! I am so excited for the opportunity to share my art experience in my own workshops, but I also get to assist other artists and learn new mediums and techniques from them too! But, mostly, it’s about being of service, I finally found the place that I can make a difference sharing what I love!☺

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      1. Michele Lee Avatar

        All-around wonderful! πŸ₯°

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  5. Timothy Price Avatar
    Timothy Price

    Lovely episode. How cool is that to start teaching art.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thanks Tim! I think this is the perfect place to start, I’ve been waiting for the right opportunity!

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  6. Antique Works Avatar

    That’s fantastic news Tiffany!

    Best wishes for a new beginning and new opportunities to take off!

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thanks! My head is spinning with ideas for workshops, all mediums welcomed! This will be a lot of fun! I am also happy to work with people that might really benefit from some artistic freedom!

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      1. Antique Works Avatar

        You’re welcome!

        Giving back to people and the community is rewarding.

        When we give to others things that we need are given to us too.

        Have fun with oils, acrylics, inktense, pastels, card stock and whatever else that’s in your wheelhouse.

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  7. Ka Malana - Fiestaestrellas.com Avatar

    What wonderful news!! Congratulations!

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you Ka! I am so happy to finally find a way to share my art experience with people who can benefit, it’s the perfect way for me to be of service to my/our community! ☺

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  8. gtree1 Avatar

    You are very colourful😊

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Yes! The more color the better!☺🌈

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  9. davidjrogersftw Avatar

    I sure like that blue Tiffany, How specific are yout plans for a painting and how much is left to improvisation?

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you for asking David! I approach every blank canvas or page with zero thought or plan. Maybe a color will pop into my head first, then it depends on what is close at hand, maybe acrylic, ink, watercolor, maybe a cutting from a magazine will inspire a collage, it never ends, my desk is a wonder wall of fantastic possibilities!

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      1. davidjrogersftw Avatar

        Tiffany, thank you for your interesting comments. Writers who don’t plan a work often have trouble finishing it but I’m guessing you dont have that problem.

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  10. graham mcquade Avatar

    I find helping others actually helps you as well. You have to think through your own methodologies and sometimes you find what you do automatically could be improved upon. Best of Luck Tiffany.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you Graham, there is always room for improvement and growth!

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  11. Simon Avatar

    It looks like life come alive with cherries and a Robin and birds and al kind of fun things all in one place together πŸ™‚

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  12. Giadreams (themoviemylife.com) Avatar

    Gorgeous butterfly. πŸ€“

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thanks G! β˜ΊπŸ¦‹

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  13. LoveLifeHappiness&MoreπŸ’™πŸ’™ Avatar

    That’s so cool, Tiffany. Congrats πŸŽ‰

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