How Others See Your Abstract Work - And Why It’s OK If They Get It “Wrong”

Today I'm looking at what happens when your work meets other people’s eyes. It can feel vulnerable when viewers see something completely different in your art - but what if that “misunderstanding” is actually where the real magic happens?

In this episode you’ll learn why abstract work is meant to invite projection, how viewers create new stories from your layers, and why you can trust that letting go of control often leads to the deepest connections.

A challenge for you:

1️⃣ Show & Listen: Pick a piece you’ve made and share it with someone you trust. Don’t explain - just ask them what they see and feel.

2️⃣ Stay Open: Listen with curiosity. What surprises you?

3️⃣ Reflect: Note what you learn about your work - and your feelings about letting go of control.

4️⃣ Invite More: Post the piece online or in my membership. Ask: What does this evoke for you?

5️⃣ Gather Insights: Let their responses remind you that your art is bigger than you - and that’s the magic.

Every painting you create holds your unique perspective - but it also becomes something new each time someone looks at it.

By letting go of the need to control every interpretation, you make space for connection, resonance and meaning you could never have imagined alone.

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