Following the recently published first outlook, here is already the first review – and I am a little shocked. Looking back, I realised that I didn't paint much in July. A commissioned work – yes. But beyond that: not much.

Well, that baffled me for a moment. But then I looked through the list of everything else the July had in store. Perhaps it's no wonder there was little room left for painting. And maybe that was exactly what I needed: to clear my head. To create new structures. And to be a little more conscious of how I spend my time.

Construction site vs. everyday life

At the beginning of July, there was one thing keeping me busy: a construction project in my house. It was supposed to take a week, but ended up taking much longer. Not only did it eat up time, it also wore on my nerves. And it was definitely not a creative space where I could relax. But even though the builders left us with a little work to do (laying carpet on stairs is no picnic...), the overall result is great!

Design instead of chaos – my Canva deep dive

In July, I spent some time tinkering with Canva to create templates for Instagram. Posts, reels, quote tiles – everything should be easier and faster, without having to start from scratch every time. I developed a few templates that are not only practical. Not everything is final yet, but it's taking shape – and that feels really good. So check out my Instagram page from time to time, as more will be posted there in the near future!

A new take on the studio

There's been a lot going on in the studio – even if it wasn't a brushstroke. I've rearranged things, created space, built storage space for finished works and finally cleared away the exhibition materials from the last exhibition (in April!).

And yes, I have created more space for paint. Because can you ever have too much paint? (The answer is, of course, no.) It all feels clearer now – and colourful.

What else happened in July 2025

• Became a VIB (very interesting blogger), wrote a lot, discarded it, rewrote it and slowly tried to develop a writing routine.
• Did my taxes – and it wasn't as difficult as expected.
• A few days at the Baltic Sea – they did me good. Getting away, breathing deeply, swimming – even though the water was really cold.

What I blogged about in July 2025

Outlook for August 2025

• At the beginning of August, I will hang my pictures for an exhibition at Locke Eppendorf in Hamburg – they will be on display there until December 2025. I'm really excited!
• A new blog article about the autonomic nervous system is coming soon – and how dot painting and mandalas can help you relax.
• I will continue to refine my Instagram templates.
• There will likely be some fine-tuning in the studio.
• And hopefully: time for tranquility. And for what really matters.

And you?

How was your July? Did you paint, build, reorganise – or just take a breather?
Feel free to tell me in the comments or by e-mail. I look forward to hearing from you.