What inspires You?

Meditation stills the wandering mind and establishes us forever in a state of peace -Muktananda 

I painted this a bit ago, inspiration comes and goes but I truly enjoy being able to capture some thoughts and emotions with the paint brush.

Inspiration comes to me from many things, laughter, smiles from the kids. A good day, a nice hike or walk, even music. Could be scrolling along on Pinterest and see a beautiful picture or even paintings, and the creative itch begins! Sometimes things are just on my mind and I paint not really knowing what will come out of it. It’s actaully the same way I get inspired while cooking, grab a few ingredients and bam a new recipe is created! Inspiration comes in so many forms.

What inspires you? And how are you using it to be creative?