Finding the Golden Thread in your Work

In this episode I explore the idea of the Golden Thread - that quiet, consistent element that runs through your body of work, even when your paintings seem wildly different. You’ll discover how to recognise recurring marks, moods or movements in your art, and how uncovering your thread can help you paint with greater clarity, confidence and intention - without losing the intuitive joy of abstract expression.

I share how my own thread emerged through repeated palette knife blending, soft vs. sharp edges, monochrome colour stories, and a rhythm of sweeping gestures and buried scribbles.

You’ll also get a four-step creative invitation to help you reflect on your own work and uncover the golden thread that’s already there - quietly guiding you, even when you don’t see it yet. I explore:

• What the "golden thread" is - and why it matters

• How to spot hidden patterns in your abstract landscapes

• Why your signature style isn’t something you invent, but something you uncover

• The power of quiet repetition and instinctive mark-making

• How reflecting on your past work can bring clarity to your future direction

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