Welcome to the Blog
A collection of inspirational articles, press and media coverage and my artist musings.
What are Light Codes?
Light Codes are energetic healing frequencies received from the spiritual realms. Abstract artist Trudie Tara Moulton explores the new frequencies she is grounding in her paintings.
Why I chose a Creative Life
I believe that everyone is creative -even those of us who think we’re not. It’s not hard to access our creativity, but it is work. Since leaving corporate America to become an artist, I have embarked upon a journey of self-discovery, encountering frustration, challenges, fulfilment and joy. Discovering my inner artist and a desire to express herself in colour and paint was a radical turning point -one that has led me to shine a light on the path for others.
Notes to myself on beginning a painting - Richard Diebenkorn
Richard Diebenkorn’s 'Notes to myself on beginning a painting' were found among his papers after his death in 1993. They offer a remarkable insight into his artistic process and the rigour with which he approached his search for abstraction. They’ve also been influential in guiding my own painting practice.
Album Cover Art
Singer-Songwriter Sasha Yates has chosen one of Trudy’s abstract paintings as cover art for her debut single release.
Can You Learn Art Online?
Is CVP worth the investment? An artist’s review of Creative Visionary Program (CVP), an online painting course run by Nicholas Wilton of Art2Life. Includes my top 7 take-aways from CVP..
Abstract Thinking
What does abstract art mean and how do you understand it? An article in DRIFT Magazine offers a helpful framework for investigating non-figurative art and understanding the validity of abstraction. Includes an image of ShapeShiftery, an abstract painting by Trudie Tara Moulton (Trudy Montgomery).
ArtJuice Podcast - Where are you on the Artist's Path?
Alice Sheridan and Louise Fletcher inspire artists and creatives every week with their honest, generous and humorous chats about art in the ArtJuice Podcast. Imagine Trudie's surprise at hearing her name mentioned in episode 188.
On The Cover: DRIFT Magazine
Ways of Seeing : Despite being a long-established area for the fine arts, Cornwall’s remoteness from London has worked against the visibility of its resident artists. DRIFT interviews Trudy and other contemporary artists about the challenges and opportunities facing them today.
7 Ways To Tap In To Your Creativity
Being creative is an integral part of being human. So why do some of us think “I’m not creative,” or say, “I don’t have an artistic bone in my body”? Here are 7 ways to tap into the wellspring of creativity that is available to us all.
Colours of Intuition
Colours of Intuition: An Immersive Journey from Consulting to Creativity is a new interview published in DRIFT ART REVIEW about the creative process as I experience it and my path to becoming an artist.
10 Ways to Add Abstract Art to your Home
Wondering what to hang on your walls? If you want to incorporate more art into your home but don’t know where to start, let these 10 ideas inspire you. PDF Download now available.
Trudy Montgomery in conversation with ArtSpeak
ArtSpeak is a new vlog from artist and former journalist Catherine Strong, who interviews me about my painting process — and my journey to becoming an artist via corporate America.
I believe that everyone is creative -even those of us who think we’re not. It’s not hard to access our creativity, but it is work. Since leaving corporate America to become an artist, I have embarked upon a journey of self-discovery, encountering frustration, challenges, fulfilment and joy. Discovering my inner artist and a desire to express herself in colour and paint was a radical turning point -one that has led me to shine a light on the path for others.