Archive - Danny’s Essays

Dried leaves. Fresh buds.

It's never too late to start growing

Feb 20

Confessions of a compulsive.

Feb 13

Why being an artist doesn't really matter.

Be the verb, not the noun.

Feb 6

January 2026

The rusted gate

Creative freedom is finally in our hands — though we still find it hard to grasp.

Jan 30

Expose yourself.

Scary but amazing.

Jan 23

Living the dream

Perhaps it's time to wake up.

Jan 16

I'm So Booooooored.

And I kinda like it.

Jan 9

Drawing with me this Saturday (and why I think you'd enjoy it)

Let's hang out.

Jan 6

Why you never graduate from art school.

Even if you never went to art school.

Jan 2

December 2025

Why late is great.

The following essay is from my new book, Make It Anyway. If you enjoy this sample, I invite you to buy a copy. (The price will be going up soon!)

Dec 30, 2025

What I wish for you this Christmas

It doesn't come with a gift receipt.

Dec 25, 2025

How to get rich making art.

The following essay is from my new book, Make It Anyway. If you enjoy this sample, I invite you to buy a copy or four.

Dec 23, 2025

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