“Hello! I’ve been a member since November of 2021. I hadn’t really painted any of your tutorials until now. I didn’t want to let myself down again . I have been going through a few health issues which began stealing my eyesight. Well, I was actually blind for a few months. A detached retina and diabetic eye disease stole vision. I’m recovering slowly and still have not quite gotten my confidence to paint back entirely. I used to paint murals among other things and suddenly, all that was gone. Why am I telling you all this? Well, for giggles I signed up for the summer art camp, primarily just to watch. I miss ” arting”. The Little gnome intrigued me enough to dig out my paints again…. just to try it one more time. I’d previously tried other artists designs and failed miserably. I actually succeeded this time. Your design is simple enough for someone with impaired vision to be successful at it. There are several that I’m not ready to tackle yet, but with hope and prayer, I’ll get there. Colors are still hard and straight lines are still kinda wavy, but I was able to make it work this time. Thank you for boosting my confidence. I just completed the Welcome Gnome and am seriously looking forward to the textured beach painting. Am I mistaken in thinking it is the last day of the summer art camp? I hope not. I really wish I lived closer so I could make it to a live class or two. Driving is hard at the moment too I’m finally allowed, but was told to stay local and no night driving. Anyway, a huge thank you from me to you. I have a feeling you have touched many Iives. You’ve honestly helped me regain a part of what I thought was gone forever.”