How to Start Painting Again

5-Day Creative Challenge

Maybe your paints have been waiting for “someday.”

Let’s make someday this week.

Spend five encouraging, nature-inspired days getting your paints back out, painting something wild, and building a simple creative rhythm you can continue.

October 19-23 | 1–2 PM MST

Optional Kickoff Party: October 18 | 7-8 PM MST

Beginner-friendly. No perfection required.

JOIN THE 5-DAY CHALLENGE — $10
Paint brushes and palette - how to start painting again
woman thinking about how has painted in years

Maybe it's been a while...

Life got busy, and somewhere along the way creativity slipped toward the bottom of the list.

Maybe you’re thinking:

  • “I haven't painted in years.”
  • “I'd love to start again, but I don't know where to begin.”
  • “I have art supplies. I just never seem to use them.”
  • “I'm not sure I'm artistic enough.”
  • “I'd love something creative to look forward to.”

If that sounds familiar, this five-day adventure was made for you.

Imagine five days from now...

Your paints aren't hiding in the closet anymore.

You’ve made a place for them.

You’ve picked up a brush.

You’ve painted something wild.

And instead of saying:

“I used to paint.”

You might find yourself saying...

“I'm painting again.”

YES, I WANT TO START PAINTING AGAIN
retired woman - I'm painting again

This is for you if you...

  • Used to paint and would love to begin again
  • Have always wanted to paint but aren't sure where to start
  • Have art supplies you've been meaning to use
  • Love wildlife, birds, flowers, landscapes, and the natural world
  • Want encouragement and connection without pressure or competition

Beginner?

You're welcome.

Haven't painted in 30 years?

You're welcome.

Already painting but struggling to make time for it?

You're welcome too.

Your 5-Day Creative Adventure

Each day we'll take one small, meaningful step toward bringing creativity back into your life.

October 19-23 | 1–2 PM MST

Optional Kickoff Party: October 18 | 7-8 PM MST

SUNDAY NIGHT CREATIVE KICKOFF PARTY (OPTIONAL)

Let’s Get Ready for Our Creative Adventure!

Meet a few fellow creatives, get a quick peek at the week ahead, make sure you have what you need, and do a little creative dreaming before we begin.

You’ll leave thinking: “I’m ready for this!”

P.S. There may be a little surprise waiting for you! 🎨

DAY 1: REMEMBER

Remember the Artist You Were

Reconnect with what you once loved creating and what still sparks your curiosity.

You'll leave thinking: “I really did love being creative.”

DAY 2: MAKE SPACE

Make Space for Creativity

Set up a simple art space — even if it’s just a basket, cart, desk, or corner of a table.

You'll leave thinking: “I have a place for this.”

DAY 3: CREATE

Paint Something Wild

Follow along as we create an approachable nature-inspired painting together.

You'll leave thinking: “Look what I made!”

DAY 4: FIND YOUR RHYTHM

Make Creativity Part of Your Week

Create a realistic creative dream week calendar you can actually keep.

You'll leave thinking: “I can make time for this.”

DAY 5: BEGIN AGAIN

Begin Your Next Creative Chapter

Imagine where your creativity could take you and make a simple 90-day creative promise.

“This is only the beginning.”

Every day we'll...

LEARN

Discover something that sparks curiosity.

CREATE

Take one simple step toward a more creative life.

REFLECT

Notice what you’re learning about yourself along the way.

No grades. No pressure. Just curiosity, creativity, and a little progress each day.

YES! I'M READY TO PAINT AGAIN — $10

You don't need:

A fancy studio • Expensive supplies • Years of experience • Natural “talent” • Tons of free time

You just need to be willing to pick up the brush.

Meet Glenda Crawford: Artist • Naturalist • Creative Life Guide

Hi, I'm Glenda.

Artist • Naturalist • Creative Life Guide

My love of nature began with evening walks around our family farm and eventually led me to a degree in Wildlife Biology and work as a park ranger and naturalist.

Art has woven through my life too — drawing, painting, photography, illustration, and plenty of experimenting along the way.

And like many people, I also went through seasons when work, responsibilities, and everyday life pushed creativity aside.

Today, through Discover the Wild Side, I bring art and nature together to help people rediscover the joy of creating.

I don't just want to teach you how to paint something.
I want to help you get excited about creating again.

Frequently Asked Questions

Five Days. One Little Decision.

You could keep waiting for someday.

Someday when you feel more creative.

Someday when the art space is organized.

Someday when you know what to paint.

Someday when you're confident enough.

Or...

You could get the paints out.

Spend five days doing something just for you.

Paint something wild.

Learn something new.

Meet some creative people.

And see where it leads.

How to Start Painting Again

5-Day Creative Challenge

October 19-23, 2026 | 1-2pm MST

Creative Kickoff Party (optional): October 18, 2026 | 7-8pm MST

Rediscover your creativity. Reconnect with nature. Find your people.

Come as you are. Bring your curiosity. We'll create from there.

YES! I'M READY TO PAINT AGAIN — $10

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