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Art is more than just paint on a surface or pixels on a screen—it’s a language, a question, a reflection of the world around us. Here I dive into the essence of creativity, exploring how art shapes culture, emotion, and thought. From the philosophy behind artistic expression to the ways in which art challenges, heals, and inspires, this blog is a space for deep conversations about what it truly means to create. Whether you’re an artist, a thinker, or simply someone who sees the world through a creative lens, join me in unraveling the infinite layers of art.

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#28: What I Bring Into the Studio (That Has Nothing to Do with Art)
Art, Art Discussion, Authenticity, Paint, Portraits Michael Hebda 18/06/2025 Art, Art Discussion, Authenticity, Paint, Portraits Michael Hebda 18/06/2025

#28: What I Bring Into the Studio (That Has Nothing to Do with Art)

I walk into the studio carrying more than just my brushes — there’s mood, memory, music, tiredness, joy. In this post, I reflect on how the invisible parts of life shape the work, even when I’m not trying — and why I’ve learned to let them in.

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#26: The Good Studio Days / When It Just Works
Art, Art Discussion, Authenticity, Paint, Portraits Michael Hebda 12/06/2025 Art, Art Discussion, Authenticity, Paint, Portraits Michael Hebda 12/06/2025

#26: The Good Studio Days / When It Just Works

Some days in the studio, everything just clicks. The colours land right, the brush moves with ease, and the process feels less like work and more like something you're lucky to be part of. This post is a quiet celebration of those rare, golden days — and why they matter.

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#25: Why I Sometimes Work on Sundays
Art, Art Discussion, Authenticity, Paint, Portraits Michael Hebda 09/06/2025 Art, Art Discussion, Authenticity, Paint, Portraits Michael Hebda 09/06/2025

#25: Why I Sometimes Work on Sundays

Yesterday, I found myself in the studio on a quiet Sunday — not because I had to, but because I wanted to. In this post, I explore the difference between duty and desire, and how balancing work and rest is part of what keeps the painting — and me — alive.

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What Makes a Face Paintable? A Portrait Artist's Reflection
Art, Art Discussion, Authenticity, Paint, Portraits Michael Hebda 06/05/2025 Art, Art Discussion, Authenticity, Paint, Portraits Michael Hebda 06/05/2025

What Makes a Face Paintable? A Portrait Artist's Reflection

Not every face wants to be painted. In this post, I reflect on what draws me to certain people—not because of how they look, but because of what they hold. It's not about features. It's about presence.

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From Subject to Self: A Walk Through the National Portrait Gallery
Art, Art Discussion, Portraits, Paint, Repetion Michael Hebda 21/04/2025 Art, Art Discussion, Portraits, Paint, Repetion Michael Hebda 21/04/2025

From Subject to Self: A Walk Through the National Portrait Gallery

A recent visit to the National Portrait Gallery left me thinking about how portraiture has shifted over time—from being all about the sitter, to becoming a reflection of the artist. In this post, I explore that transformation, and where my own work fits into the story.

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