Venturing back into art making has been a refreshing journey, one that led me to rediscover the beauty in simplicity. I found inspiration in the vibrant colors and geometric shapes of my children's wooden building blocks, each piece a reminder to embrace the playful nature of creativity. Their unadulterated forms sparked a realization: instead of striving for a masterpiece, I could channel my energy into exploration and expression. Using soft pastels as my medium, I found myself excited about the color saturation and ease of use. This rekindled passion encourages me to follow inspiration where it leads, allowing the joy of creation to take precedence over perfection.