July Studio Notes: Fire, Flow & Summer Inspiration

Hi there Reader

The July heat has been heavy, and honestly, I hit a wall earlier this month, and I know it isn’t quite over yet. I sat down with my burner, stared at the wood, and felt… nothing. No spark. No excitement. Just tired.

So, I went for an early morning trail walk with no agenda. Just listening to birds, smelling the wet earth, and letting my mind wander. My dogs sure did appreciate that.

If you’re feeling stuck, maybe try this: step away. Touch the dirt, breathe the air, then create whatever calls you.

What’s calling you right now? Reply and tell me, I’d love to hear.

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There’s a grove of old white oaks near my favorite loop, huge, gnarled things with bark like topographic maps. When I slow down and trace them with my eyes, I can almost feel the years. Storms survived. Seasons layered. Time is recorded in ridges and furrows.

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The fire doesn’t always roar. Sometimes it’s just a spark, and that’s enough to start again.

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Where fire meets meaning and creativity takes root. I’m Petra, pyrography artist, trail wanderer, and founder of Smoky Wood Studios and Pyrography Academy. Every piece I burn and every story I tell is an invitation to slow down, create with intention, and reconnect with what matters.

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Cheers,

Petra

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