Inspiration: There are days when I feel stretched thin from stress, worry and anxiety. This path I chose for myself is not an easy one and it is full of ups and downs. Some days I want to call it quits and give up completely if I am being honest, but I am an artist. I must create or die. When I find myself with that stretched thin feeling I immediately get in my studio and begin painting. Eventually the negative feeling does subside, and I am left with just me and my paintbrush and canvas. I wanted to create a painting that inspires you to have the strength and courage to push through your own personal breaking point. Beyond the pain you are feeling is something great. You must never give up.