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The Art of Being Amazing: Linda Finstad’s Playful Approach to Creativity
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March 7, 2025

The Art of Being Amazing: Linda Finstad’s Playful Approach to Creativity

What if being amazing was something you could learn? Meet Linda Finstad—an artist, author, and creativity cheerleader who proves that art and life shine brightest with fun, curiosity, and a touch of mischief.

From Coffee to Canvas: A Creative Rebel’s Journey

Linda’s artistic journey is anything but conventional. Known for her coffee art portraits, equine masterpieces, and whimsical take on life, she has built a career by embracing bold ideas and playful expression. Her philosophy is simple: creativity thrives in an environment of play, exploration, and confidence.

She turns everyday objects into art, encourages fearless self-expression, and invites others to experience the joy of creating without hesitation. Whether she’s using coffee as paint or guiding others to reignite their creative spark, her work is filled with energy and inspiration.

Why Play Unlocks Creativity

Ever feel like inspiration is out of reach? Linda believes creativity lives in everyone, and play is the key to unlocking it. In her blog How the Power of Play Boosts Creativity, she explores how embracing curiosity leads to breakthroughs in art, business, and everyday life.

Want to experiment with your creative side? Grab a brush, a coffee cup, or anything that sparks joy, and start creating.

New Release: Being Amazing is an Art Form

Linda’s latest book, Being Amazing is an Art Form, shares practical steps to reclaim confidence, creativity, and a vibrant outlook on life. Success, fulfillment, and self-expression are not reserved for the lucky few. This book proves that every person has the potential for an extraordinary life.

Wondering if your mojo is missing? Take the quiz and find out! Missing Mojo Quiz

See Linda in Action at A Bear and Bison Inn!

From March 24-26, Linda will be live at A Bear and Bison Inn, bringing her signature energy to Canmore. Watch her create, chat with her about the creative process, and feel inspired to explore your own artistic side. Whether you love art, want to learn something new, or need a creative boost, this is an experience to enjoy.

📍 Stop by The Inn and let Linda show you that amazing is something you create.

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I relied heavily on reviews while planning for my micro destination wedding so I wanted to leave a detailed review for other brides looking. The Bear & Bison was perfect. Lonny & his team made the planning process stress free. We had a 20 person micro wedding & rented the entire Inn for the weekend (10 bedrooms). The place is exactly the vibe for the Rockies – log cabin style with a view of the mountains. Our guests could not stop talking about the food – they even made accommodations for our 10 year old cousin who loved her pancakes instead of the “adult” breakfasts.
I cannot speak enough about the staff. Brooke, Annette, and Barbara continuously checked on us to ensure we had everything we needed. We didn’t need to bring any decorations as they set up everything perfectly from their inventory. I was so stressed about the rain (it didn’t end up raining) but the girls were fully prepared with options for umbrellas or setting up inside which I cannot thank enough. Everyone loved the bartender Landon – he talked to all the guests and made everyone feel like his family. From our bonfire welcome night, to the wedding day itself, to the goodbye breakfast, the staff made sure every event went perfectly.
This was our dream wedding. I cannot thank the staff enough for making the weekend so special for us. We will definitely be back for an anniversary. A few notes for future brides -ask the staff which rooms don’t have separate showers when planning for elderly or disabled guests -Put bath salts as favors for your guests since all the rooms have beautiful tubs -do the bonfire package plus bar the night before the wedding – it was easier to organize than planning a trip to another bar, plus people can go to bed when they want.
Brina July 28, 2025

Outstanding Micro Destination Wedding

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