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Artistry and Passion: My Story
Welcome to my blog! I'm Ginger Lianne, an artist who loves sharing my journey and insights through my posts. This platform is a creative outlet for me—where I articulate thoughts on my artistic process, showcase my artwork, and engage with fellow art enthusiasts. I believe that by documenting my experiences, I can inspire others to explore their own artistry and find joy in the creative process. Join me as we dive into the world of art together!
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From Hobbyist to Full-Time: The Moment I Started Taking My Art Seriously
When I initially began painting, I had no intention of selling my work. It was purely a way for me to express my emotions during therapy. My sister suggested that I list my paintings on Etsy, and I had seen some artists selling their work on Instagram. Since I had only used social media for personal purposes, the idea of selling and learning marketing seemed daunting to me. I recall my first sale: $30 to a customer in Italy via Etsy. I didn't profit from it and ended up spend
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2 days ago1 min read
What the Pacific Northwest taught me about painting
I've always been an artist... since I can remember, I've been drawing in notepads or in my diaries. Growing up in Los Angeles wasn't the best place to inspire me. Full of smog and heat and a very fast-paced life... being an artist was not in the cards for me at the time. It wasn't until I relocated to Washington and achieved sobriety that I found the inspiration to create Beyond the Pencil. This place holds a unique beauty. The foggy mornings, the moss-covered trees on rainy
Ginger Martinez
Apr 72 min read
No niching down for my style
When I first began painting, I didn't have a clear vision of what I wanted to create. I experimented and explored what I could do with the skills I already possessed. I had been drawing with pencils and coloring since I was a little girl, and I incorporated much of that expertise into my painting. I used the emotions I was experiencing at the time to express my feelings on canvas. Many of my earlier works featured darker images, abstract faces, and sad women. It was all part
Ginger Martinez
Mar 232 min read
Shifting the art world
I'm shifting. Shifting my marketing, shifting my location, shifting the way I see my art. My mind is scrambled most of the time, and I haven't got a clear focus on what and who I need to be It's not easy when my online sales don't do too well. I'm usually not a negative Nancy when it comes to art sales because I know there are ups and downs with it all but trying to find the right collector online hasn't been easy for me. My sales come mostly from people in person who love me
Ginger Martinez
Mar 92 min read
Exit — The Painting That Helped Me Understand My Anxiety, Childhood Trauma, and CPTSD
When I painted Exit , I had just started therapy. My husband had just bought me the painting materials I needed — canvases, brushes, palette knives, acrylics — and I had begun experimenting with smaller abstract pieces in my little basement corner that I call my sanctuary of color. I had painted before this.I had created another abstract piece.But this one was different. This was the first painting that held a part of my childhood trauma. At the time, I was struggling heavily
Ginger Martinez
Feb 253 min read
Heres to the future
A Night That Changed Everything I recently hosted my first official art show for my gallery… and it was more than I ever imagined. If I’m honest, the weeks leading up to it were filled with anxiety. I was afraid no one would show up.Afraid it would be slow. Afraid the artists wouldn’t sell anything.Afraid I had overestimated the support for local art. When you care deeply about something, it’s vulnerable to put it into the world. But what I witnessed that night completely shi
Ginger Martinez
Feb 173 min read
Why Buying Local Abstract Art Matters
There’s something truly special about owning a piece of abstract art created right in your own community. It’s not just about decorating a space; it’s about connecting with the artist’s story, the culture around you, and the emotions that ripple through every brushstroke. When you buy local abstract art, you’re investing in more than just a painting - you’re investing in a shared experience, a unique expression, and a vibrant local economy. The Heartbeat of Buying Local Abstr
Ginger Martinez
Feb 94 min read
Embracing Light in a Dark World: The Healing Power of Art
Finding Hope Amidst Negativity Lately, the world has felt darker. It’s been harder to stay positive, especially as an artist. Part of the job is to show up online, share your work publicly, and sell your creations. Constant visibility can feel heavy when the energy around us is tense, angry, and divided. I’ve always struggled with negativity. I don’t seek out arguments. I don’t feel called to share angry opinions, especially online. That’s likely rooted in the environment I w
Ginger Martinez
Jan 124 min read
Freedom to speak
I used to be afraid of speaking. Afraid of giving my opinion. Afraid of being wrong. Afraid of being yelled at. For a long time, my silence felt safer than my truth. That fear didn’t come from nowhere. It was built slowly—layer by layer—starting in childhood and reinforced in a mentally abusive relationship that taught my nervous system to stay small, quiet, agreeable. Living with Marilyn was the beginning of learning that telling the truth didn’t protect me. If I told the tr
Ginger Martinez
Jan 62 min read
Building a Business, Not Just a Dream
For the first time, my goals are rooted deeply in intention—grounded in my business, my health, and the life I want to live. 2026 will be a big year for me and my art. It’s the beginning of my gallery push . I’m starting small, but with purpose. I’m exploring grants and possibly an SBA loan, hoping to secure a location I can truly call my own. A space where my work lives, where people can walk in and feel something, where community and creativity meet. My goal is to have a fu
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Dec 29, 20253 min read
Freedom to be yourself
Freedom to Be Yourself is the first large-scale abstract painting I created earlier this year.It marks a turning point—not just in my work, but in who I am becoming. The past couple of years have been deeply healing for me. They’ve been full of learning, unlearning, and slowly peeling back layers I didn’t even realize I was carrying. In that time, I learned so much about myself—and just as much about the kind of art I truly wanted to create. Abstract painting has become one
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Dec 23, 20252 min read
When Sales Slow, Trust the People Who Stay
This year started off slow for my sales. After such a strong first year, I found myself quietly panicking. I wondered if the momentum was gone. I questioned whether that success had been a fluke. I felt anxious — the kind of anxiety that makes you question everything you’re doing. There were moments when I genuinely thought about giving up. I wasn’t sure anymore if I was creating for myself or creating for an algorithm. Social media can blur that line quickly. One minute you’
Ginger Martinez
Dec 15, 20252 min read
WINTER NIGHT — A New Collection, A New Beginning
I’ve been quietly working on something that feels like a long time coming. A new collection, yes—but more than that, a body of work I’ve been growing toward as an artist. These paintings come from years of practice, from nights spent studying the sky, from learning how to shape a cloud with intention, and from discovering how to bring depth to something as deceptively simple as an abstract night. I’ve always loved the night. The moon, the rain, the way the world quiets down a
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Dec 8, 20252 min read
Why I’m Raising My Prices in the New Year (+ Why My 60% Off Sale Is Almost Gone)
As this year winds down, I’ve been reflecting a lot — on my art, my growth, and the direction my creative business is headed. If you’ve been here for a while, you know how deeply personal every painting is for me. Each piece blends memory, healing, and the nature-drenched magic of the Pacific Northwest that shaped me. As my work has evolved, so has the time, intention, and resources that go into each collection. That’s why, starting in the new year, my prices will be increasi
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Nov 24, 20253 min read
Unlocking the Benefits of Abstract Art
There’s something magical about abstract art. It doesn’t shout at you with clear images or obvious stories. Instead, it whispers, inviting you to feel, imagine, and connect in ways that traditional art sometimes can’t. When I first encountered abstract art, I was skeptical. How could something so seemingly random hold meaning? But over time, I discovered that abstract art offers a unique kind of freedom - freedom to explore emotions, to heal, and to transform spaces into plac
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Nov 10, 20254 min read
Winter at Night: A Pop-Up Art Experience Coming January 31
Date: January 31, 2025 Time: 5:00 PM Location: The Bair Drugstore, Steilacoom, WA There’s something magical about winter evenings — the hush in the air, the glow of lights spilling through windows, the quiet hum of creativity that seems to come alive when the world slows down. Winter at Night is my way of bringing that feeling to life — a cozy, art-filled evening meant to celebrate community, connection, and the beauty of creating something together. I’ve been pouring my
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Nov 3, 20251 min read
Therapeutic Benefits of Local Abstract Art
When I first encountered abstract art, I was struck by its freedom. No rules, no boundaries, just colors and shapes swirling in ways that felt deeply personal. It wasn’t just art—it was a language of emotion, a mirror reflecting the inner world. Over time, I realized that this form of expression holds powerful therapeutic benefits, especially when it’s local and original. There’s something uniquely healing about connecting with art created by someone nearby, someone who share
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Oct 27, 20254 min read
The Beauty of the Pacific Northwest in Abstract Form
There’s something sacred about the Pacific Northwest — the misty mornings, moss-covered forests, and wild coastal light that turns everything gold for just a moment before fading into violet dusk. I’ve built my art around those fleeting glimmers. Each brushstroke becomes a way to translate that natural magic into emotion — the quiet awe you feel standing before the sea, the weight of the rain, the deep breath of evergreen air. My abstract impressionist paintings aren’t just l
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Oct 20, 20253 min read
Becoming a Leader Through Art: The Birth of Nocturne Gallery
Elegant logo design for Nocturne Gallery, featuring a stylized red crescent moon and gold star, set against a black background. These last few months have been a whirlwind for my little art business. Between marketing, creating, and showing up as much as I can, life has felt like it’s moving faster than ever. Balancing a full-time job, family, and household while trying to grow a dream is no small task. But somewhere in the middle of the chaos, I started to see something I ne
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Oct 13, 20252 min read
Discover the Healing Power of Abstract Art
There’s something quietly powerful about abstract art. It doesn’t shout at you with clear images or obvious stories. Instead, it invites...
Ginger Martinez
Oct 6, 20255 min read
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