Of course — Grandma Moses started painting in her late 70s.

She became one of America's most beloved artists. Whether you're in your 30s or 60s, painting is wonderfully forgiving — you can paint over mistakes and experiment freely. A basic set of acrylics and a few brushes is all it takes to begin.

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