Dorrie: That’s what imposter syndrome is all about. It’s a facade of being self-assured, but deep down inside thinking you aren’t deserving. I did not name it for Christa. She named it herself, and I honor her feelings.

Angie: This is so great! Dummy me had no idea this was even an issue. I continue to learn from artists like you and Christa. Thanks for listening.

As an African American artist I struggled with finding videos demonstrating how to paint black skin. I too am self taught. I started my journey as an artist in 2000 at the age of 47. After a few months I began purchasing tutorial videos. I have spent a lot of money trying to learn how to paint portraits, but I could never find anyone who specializes in painting portraits that looks like me . . . until you came on the scene. Thanks to you I have a better understanding on how to paint black skin. I got tired of always having to modify what instructors were teaching. I have purchased so may videos in the last 21 years I could open up a store.

So keep doing what you’re doing, keep going where you’re going. As long as you don’t stop, you will make it to where you want to be. ( Angie Stewart )

Yay! So cool that you two have met. Maybe someday I’ll get to meet you both in person–even if separately on different coasts.