An Introverted Artist: When Monet Sneaks into Your Studio

A year ago, I set an unfinished canvas aside. A few weeks ago, I finally picked it back up—only to hit that familiar creative wall: knowing when a painting is truly finished without overworking it. To break through the hesitation, I had to leave the comfort of my home studio and take a quiet trip to the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) to see Claude Monet’s Water Lilies in person. Seeing his intuitive brushwork and pure strokes of light reminded me that art isn't about blending away every edge—it’s about translating what you feel. Join me for a cozy studio vlog as I work through creative block, find inspiration across centuries, and finally finish this Impressionist-inspired oil/acrylic painting. Timestamps: 0:00 The Canvas Left Behind 0:50 Accidental Monet Vibes & Hitting a Wall 1:44 An Introvert’s Field Trip to the AGO 2:30 Standing in Front of Monet’s Water Lilies 3:14 Returning to the Studio with Fresh Eyes 4:14 A beautiful ending #introvert #studiovlog #artprocess #impressionism #claudemonet On my palette - Acrylic paints in Yellow Ochre, Titanium White, Quinacridone Magenta, Raw Umber. A pre-mixed green made with Pthalo Green, Raw Umber, Yellow Ochre, Quinacridone Magenta, Titanium White Let’s Connect 🤍 I’m Rita — a professional abstract artist sharing quiet, cozy vlogs from my downtown home studio. Here, you’ll see mixed media abstract paintings unfold in real time, hear honest reflections on the creative life, and witness what it looks like to cultivate a mindful practice later in life. If you value process, presence, and intuitive art that evolves slowly, you’re in the right place. ☕ Support the Studio (Tip Jar): https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/P4... I am so grateful to share these quiet moments of peace and inspiration with you. If you find comfort in my vlogs and want to help keep the creative magic flowing, you can leave a tip of any amount here. Thank you for supporting a mid-career artist and being a beautiful part of this journey! ✨ ✨ Stay Connected Beyond YouTube I share studio updates, and first looks at new work through my newsletter. → Join here: https://ritavindedzis.com/subscribe-t... About the Artist (for those who like the backstory): Rita Vindedzis is a Canadian abstract artist whose work has been shown in solo and group exhibitions across Canada and the U.S., including The Artist Project Toronto, Toronto Outdoor Art Fair, and Art Expo New York. Her paintings are held in private and corporate collections and have been featured in Canadian House & Home, Style at Home, Chatelaine, and on television. ✨ Art that speaks to your space View available work through the galleries below — shipping available internationally. My Website https://ritavindedzis.com/ Art Interiors Gallery, Toronto https://artinteriors.ca/artists/rita_... Partial Gallery, Toronto (online only) https://ritavindedzis.partial.gallery Saatchi Art (online only) https://saatchiart.com/en-ca/ritavind... My Instagram   / ritavindedzis