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Hey there, friend! Welcome to Your Creative Sanctuary
I’m so glad you’re here. This is your space to reconnect with your creativity and let your imagination bloom. Whether you're new to mixed media or returning to art after a long break, you’ll find inspiring blog posts, playful art journaling prompts, and heartfelt encouragement to quiet your inner critic and embrace your artistic voice. From bite-sized tutorials and self-care rituals to soulful stories and community connection, this blog is your go-to haven for joyful, fearless creativity.
Let’s make art that heals, connects, and celebrates YOU.
From Fear to Flow: Beating Blank Page Anxiety
Have you ever experienced fear or anxiety of a blank page or canvas? It’s a common experience shared by many creatives. That empty space can be a bit daunting when you’re unsure where to begin or fretting over making mistakes.
That’s where creative starting points come into play!
New Doodles in Bloom Workshop
In my new online workshop, Doodles in Bloom, we create a series of four mini art pieces using a variety of mixed media supplies including: cardstock, ink, fabric, and acrylic paint. It's a collage of mixed media goodness.
Creative Habits: Making Creativity Part of Daily Life
Today, we're diving into how easy it is to add creativity to your daily routine. Even just 5 minutes a day can kickstart your creativity- the key is making it a habit, not trying to spend hours doing it.
Simplifying Product Photography for Beginners
Product photography can be a pretty daunting task when you're just starting out or if you have an overwhelming amount of inventory. BUT it is a must!!! Capturing appealing, beautiful photos of your product is the easiest way to grab your customers attention. "A photo's worth a thousand words" and all that.
Embracing Change: Living Your Joy
I came to the realization a few weeks ago that I’ve been doing my best just to survive the last few years, just holding on and being okay with the way things in my life’s been going. Well, I want to thrive, not just survive any more.
Beyond the Bouquet: Painting Florals in Your Art Journal
Whether it's an elegant rose or a humble daisy, each petal is a tiny piece of art full of intricate details, painted by Mother Nature herself, to create a stunning masterpiece. Join me on my journey to create a beautiful floral art journal page.
Inspire Your Creativity: New Artist’s Journey Workshop
This beginner- friendly online workshop offers lifetime access so you can begin whenever you’re ready and work through it at your own pace. Through the workshop you’ll explore a variety of mixed media techniques and explore fun supplies while creating four double page layouts.
Freshen up Your Space and Spark New Creativity
Have you noticed your creativity stalling or maybe it just feels a bit sluggish or stale? When was the last time you freshened up your creative space?
Staying Motivated and Creative as an Artist
No matter if you're a paint-splattering Picasso, a culinary wizard, a jewel-crafting genius or a simple hobbyist, you, my friend, are an artist! Today, I want to remind you of that, because it is so very important.
Art Appreciation: Why Investing in Art Matters
It’s no secret the world loves art. People spend millions of dollars to own an artist’s original and countless others flock to museums just for a glance at masterpieces. But why is buying art important? What is this fascination?
Paper Passion: A Collection of Inspiration
Little bundles of paper scraps can be the perfect starting point for a creative journey and a beautiful piece of art. Whenever you’re stuck, feeling uninspired or simply can’t seem to get started they’re the perfect little creative spark and making them is so relaxing and fun.
Shop Update: Elevate Your Space with New Art
I’ve been having so much fun creating I now have a nice selection of artwork piling up and ready for sale.
These new collections are an invitation to slow down and reconnect with mother nature and all her brilliance. Each one features vibrant, eye catching color and one-of-a-kind designs.

