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Self-Portrait, Self-Archive
Tonight I took some self-portraits. I wanted to have updated photos of myself on hand—for all the incredible opportunities that are...

Ariann Mieka
Apr 221 min read


Studio Sessions: Painting Through Resistance
Painting, for me, makes me practice how to move through resistance. Many times, when I paint, I quietly confront a fear that sits just...

Ariann Mieka
Apr 192 min read


A Photo Walk Down Memory Lane
I love photography. Not just the act of taking photos, but the process. Coming up with a theme or being presented with an assignment and...

Ariann Mieka
Apr 122 min read


Pastels, Paint, and Letting Go
Tonight, my god-niece and I had a little art session. Neither of us is versed in creating with pastels, so I thought it would be fun to...

Ariann Mieka
Apr 103 min read


Video Vibe: Touring Belmont’s Cultural Gems
In the video above, I’m sharing more from our recent cultural tour of Belmont, Trinidad! (If you missed the backstory, check out my...

Ariann Mieka
Apr 71 min read


So, This Happened. Breakfast Edition
Why do I feel like crying when I get really upset? It’s not sadness exactly—it’s more when I feel like I’ve been treated unfairly. It...

Ariann Mieka
Apr 33 min read


Show and Tell – Jewelry 3
Years ago, one of my best friends gave me a beautiful silver pendant—a delicate outline of Trinidad and Tobago, with each island...

Ariann Mieka
Apr 13 min read


Press, Paint, Play: Experimenting with Imprints and Textures
Yesterday, I watched an episode of The Art Assignment , where the featured artist used freshly cut bamboo to dip into paint and create...

Ariann Mieka
Mar 291 min read


Musings - After the Bob Marley Movie
Today, I went to see the Marley movie for the second time. While I won't dive into specifics to avoid spoilers, I must confess: the...

Ariann Mieka
Mar 30, 20242 min read


Tobago Nature Vibes - Tour with Nature Therapy
Last year, I spent an enchanting week exploring the island's breathtaking nature spots, in preparation for my 2024 calendar. In two...

Ariann Mieka
Mar 28, 20244 min read


Dip in the Collection.
I captured this photograph during my trip to Brasso Seco, a village in North Trinidad. While I've previously written about this adventure...

Ariann Mieka
Mar 21, 20241 min read


Watercolour Wishes - Greeting Card Artwork
I love making cards for my loved ones. Back in the day, I used to have a card line called “The Audrey Cards” named after my wonderful...

Ariann Mieka
Mar 17, 20242 min read


Dip in the Collection.
Let's take a trip back to 2011 when I was Verse iTal’s official photographer and graphic designer. In those days, I laid out album...

Ariann Mieka
Mar 15, 20242 min read


Art Assignment 1 - From Screenshots to Art
As I prepare for the artwork component of my practice-based master's requirements, I have started to reflect on how I will integrate...

Ariann Mieka
Mar 4, 20241 min read


Spiritual Baptist Liberation Day 2023.
Every year on March 30th is a public holiday in Trinidad and Tobago to commemorate the liberation of the Spiritual Baptist community....

Ariann Mieka
Mar 31, 20232 min read


50mm Challenge.
Many people view the 50mm lens as a versatile lens that all photographers should have. I’ve had one for a million years at this point,...

Ariann Mieka
Mar 30, 20232 min read


Get Creative - Watercolour
This post is your reminder to get creative! Once a week, try your hand at an easy project or quick activity. There are so many tutorials...

Ariann Mieka
Mar 26, 20231 min read


Self portrait y Frida.
I needed a photograph for something that I am too shame to say what it is for specifically, as it is something I should have submitted a...

Ariann Mieka
Mar 12, 20231 min read


To Central, we go!
For one of my cultural studies classes, we go on outings all over Trinidad (and hopefully in Tobago in the future) to attend events or...

Ariann Mieka
Mar 10, 20232 min read
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