Dive into the September Color Palette Challenge with me! Watch as I transform a brand-new, handpicked seasonal color palette into a rich mixed media art journal page. This month is all about building depth with creative collage, acrylic paint layers, tactile texture, and bold, expressive mark-making.
There is no single "best" tissue paper—it all comes down to what you are trying to create! In this video, we are diving into a hands-on experiment with three very different types of tissue paper: everyday gift tissue, treated gift tissue, and specialty wet strength tissue paper.
Take on the August Color Palette Challenge with me as I transform a vibrant mix of turquoise, magenta, yellow, orange and green into a bold mixed media art journal page filled with collage, acrylic paint, layers, texture, and expressive mark-making.
Welcome to my July Color Palette Challenge, where I'm creating an expressive mixed media art journal page using this month's bright summer-inspired color palette. Watch this relaxing high-speed art process from blank page to finished spread as I layer collage, acrylic paint, and mark-making into one colorful mixed media project.
Watch this high-speed mixed media process as I create my "Nope, Not Today" artwork from start to finish using collage, acrylic paint, expressive mark-making, stencils, and layered textures.
In part two of this final texture series video, we’re continuing the creative adventure with 8 additional mixed media texture techniques designed to bring even more richness, movement, and expressive layers to your artwork. Using one medium and two simple tools or objects, we’ll create textures that feel bold, organic, playful, and beautifully imperfect.
In part one of this final texture series video, we’re diving into 12 mixed media texture techniques designed to add bold layers, expressive marks, and beautiful dimension to your artwork. Using just one medium and two simple tools or objects, we’ll explore playful textures that feel organic, creative, and full of personality.
In part two of this texture series, we’re stepping things up just a bit with 10 creative mixed media texture techniques using one medium and two simple tools, objects, or “utensils.”
In part one of this 3-part texture series, I’m sharing 12 easy mixed media texture techniques that are playful, beginner-friendly, and surprisingly fun to create. The best part? Each technique uses just one medium + one simple “utensil” to create unique texture and dimension.
In this video, I’m sharing a bit of "coloring" while talking about the real benefits of creativity — how it helps calm the mind and body, release emotions, reduce stress, and gently shift your mindset back toward something more positive.
Sometimes creativity isn’t about pushing harder- it’s about pausing, breathing, and letting the light in. In this full-length art journal tutorial, I’m inviting you to slow down and create alongside me as we bring a “Breathe in the Sunshine” page to life.
In this quick, high-speed video, I’m sharing a peaceful peek into my newest fall-inspired art journal spread, created with real dried leaves layered over soft stamping, collage, and gentle autumn hues. These natural elements bring an earthy, organic beauty to the page- adding fragile texture, quiet depth, and a touch of magic only nature can give.
This video shares a look at my Journey to Self art collection — a body of work capturing the essence of personal growth and discovery, with each piece exploring the many layers of womanhood that shape who we are. Through vibrant colors and mesmerizing textures, these artworks beautifully showcase the journey to self-love and acceptance.
In this quick, high-speed video, I’m finishing the art journal page I started in my last video, Easy Ways to Use Your Custom Tissue Paper. With layered collage, vibrant tissue, playful mark-making, and painted florals, the page comes alive in a joyful explosion of color, texture, and creativity.
So you’ve made your own custom tissue paper… now what? In this video, I’m sharing 5 of my favorite ways to use custom tissue paper in mixed media projects. From collage layers to art journaling details, these ideas will help you take those one-of-a-kind sheets you’ve created and turn them into something magical.
Ready to dive deeper into the magic of custom tissue paper? In this full-length tutorial, I’m walking you through four unique mixed media tissue paper designs that you can use in your art journals, collages, and layered projects.
In this quick, high-speed video, I’m showing you how to create two unique pieces of custom tissue paper using lots of luscious layers, playful mark-making, and a variety of mixed media supplies.
Just last week, the newest issue of Somerset Studio hit the shelves… and my art is in it for the third time in a row. To be featured once was a dream, twice felt magical — but three back-to-back publications? Absolutely incredible.
Two in a row — I can hardly believe it! Just a few months after my first Somerset Studio magazine feature, my art has been published again — this time in the May issue. To say I’m over the moon is an understatement!
One of my biggest creative dreams just came true — my first Somerset Studio publication. In the February issue of Somerset Studio magazine, my art is featured for the very first time — and it’s a milestone I’ll treasure forever.
In this quick, high-speed video, I’m sharing a peek at my 2023 debut in Belle Armoire Jewelry magazine — a first for me, and such a joyful moment in my creative journey.
In this quick, high-speed video, I’m sharing a peek at my second feature in GreenCraft magazine, which came out in 2021.
In this quick, high-speed video, I’m sharing a peek at that special issue. Being published in GreenCraft was more than just seeing my work in print — it was a reminder that our creative voices matter, and that sharing our creativity can connect us in ways we can’t always imagine.
Ready to watch an art journal page transform from start to stunning in just minutes? In this quick video, you’ll get a front-row seat to my full creative process—from a rich, layered collage background, to two vibrant hand-painted Violet Backed Starlings, to dreamy decoupage napkins and joyful paint splatters that tie it all together.
Ready to dive into a joyful, color-drenched journey? In this high-speed, music-only video, you’ll watch a vibrant mixed media piece come alive from start to finish — no rules, just pure, expressive freedom.
In this video, we’ll create a minimalist mixed media masterpiece using just paper, embroidery, and a real magnolia leaf. You’ll learn how to combine natural textures with bold, modern shapes — creating an artwork that feels both soft and striking.
Ready to dive into a project that’s equal parts artful and adventurous? In this video, we’ll create a mini junk journal that’s brimming with fun folds, hidden pockets, layered tags, and playful embellishments — all infused with your own joyful, creative energy.
Ready to explore a joyful fusion of color and texture? In this tutorial, we’ll create three unique embroidered watercolor pieces that combine dreamy abstract washes with simple, expressive stitching.
Ready to bring a playful, interactive twist to your art? In this video, we’re creating a beautiful interactive art piece that invites you to move, play, and customize your floral arrangement whenever inspiration strikes.
Get ready to follow along in this high-speed, video as I bring a vibrant spring-inspired art journal page to life, layer by joyful layer.
In this high-speed, music-only video, you’ll watch a beautiful, floral-inspired art journal page unfold, from the first collage piece to the final expressive details.
Today’s a BIG moment for me—I’m officially celebrating my very first finished art journal! 🥳 This milestone is more than just pages of paint and paper. It’s a living, breathing celebration of courage, growth, and self-expression. Every brushstroke, doodle, and layer holds a piece of my story—and I’m so excited to share this journey with you.
In this high-speed, music-only video, you’ll follow along as I create an expressive, deeply layered art journal page that moves from bold, grungy floral collage to a soft, captivating female portrait.
Ever wonder what’s inside a mixed media artist’s treasure chest? Today, I’m opening mine up and sharing all my favorite go-to art supplies—the ones I reach for again and again whether I’m layering up a vibrant mixed media piece or journaling my way through life’s big feelings.
Today we’re shaking things up—just for fun! In this playful, joy-fueled art session, we’re creating a bold, expressive portrait using nothing but craft acrylics. No rules, no pressure—just color, movement, and your unique creative voice leading the way.
In this high-speed, music-only video, you’ll watch a full art journal page transformation come to life, layer by expressive layer.
In this video, I’m sharing 5 easy ways to create fun, expressive texture with one of my absolute favorite mediums: acrylic paint.
In this high-speed, music-only video, watch me create an art journal page inspired by my deep love of Autumn — from the very first background wash to the final painted blooms.
In this art tutorial, I’m guiding you through my full process of creating a heartfelt mixed media art journal page that’s bursting with gentle textures, rich color layers, and a hand-painted butterfly that truly takes flight.
In this video, I'm opening the door to something that means the world to me — a sneak peek inside my new art studio and the next chapter of my creative journey.
In this tutorial, I’m walking you through one of my absolute favorite tissue paper techniques — and I just know you’re going to fall in love with it too. This method is quick, joyful, and perfect for adding delicious texture, personal flair, and expressive layers to your next art journal page or collage.
In this quick, high-speed video, I’ll show you how to create a mini book using just a single sheet of paper. With a little folding, a touch of collage, and plenty of playful layering, we’ll transform something simple into a one-of-a-kind treasure.
In this tutorial, I’ll guide you through customizing 4 unique pieces of tissue paper using a variety of stamps. This is such a fun and easy way to add texture, personality, and layers to your art journal pages, collages, or mixed media projects.
I couldn’t resist—these gorgeous napkins from Decoupage Napkins had to come home with me! With their bold colors, delicate patterns, and dreamy details, they’re the perfect secret weapon for adding instant flair and texture to your mixed media creations, art journal spreads, or collage layers.
I finally got my hands on the gorgeous mixed media stamps from Rubber Dance—and I’m absolutely thrilled to show them off! These beauties are bursting with personality, texture, and creative potential, and I just know you’re going to fall in love with them like I did.
Graphic 45 just released their Flights of Fancy paper collection — and I’m absolutely head-over-heels in love. With its vibrant colors, fluttering hummingbirds, delicate butterflies, and lush florals, this collection stole my heart before I even opened the package.
In this tutorial, we’re exploring one of my favorite art forms — painting faces. There’s something incredibly moving about capturing emotion, story, and spirit through simple brushstrokes and features.
In today’s video, we’re diving into the magical world of acrylic inks—a dynamic and expressive medium that’s perfect for creating vibrant, fluid backgrounds that feel alive with energy and movement.
Looking for a quick, joyful way to add a splash of creativity to your day? In today’s video, we’re creating easy watercolor greeting cards using just one medium—and two fun, approachable styles. Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, these simple techniques will have you making magic in no time.
In this high-speed video (set to music), you’ll follow along as I create six colorful watercolor birds- each with its own personality and charm.
In this tutorial, we’ll create a quick, beginner-friendly collage and finish it off with a pretty stamped and painted flower. This project is perfect if you’re just getting started with mixed media or if you’re craving a fun, approachable way to play with paper and paint.
Ready to explore another quick and creative way to beat that blank page? In this follow-up video, I’m sharing a second simple collage technique that’s perfect for beginners or anyone craving a fresh start. Using a few basic supplies, we’ll build a textured, expressive background that sets the stage for your next mixed media masterpiece.
In this encouraging tutorial, I’ll show you how to transform a blank page into a vibrant, layered collage background using nothing more than cardstock and pages from an old magazine.
In this tutorial, I’ll guide you through a simple yet stunning collage project that celebrates the calm, connection, and creativity that nature brings into our lives. Using vibrant cardstock, craft acrylics, and a mix of serene blues and lovely patterns, we’ll layer textures and colors to build a page that feels like a deep, refreshing breath.
Ready to unleash your inner texture artist? In today’s video, I’m sharing one of my favorite simple but powerful techniques for adding rich, tactile layers to your art using—you guessed it—tissue paper!
In this video, I’ll walk you through what gesso actually is, why it’s a game-changer, and how you can start using it right away in your art journal, collage layers, or mixed media backgrounds.
In this quick, high-speed video, we’re diving into the magic of imperfection with a simple distressed background and playful mark-making. This is the perfect project to loosen up, spark your creative mojo, and remind yourself that art doesn’t have to follow rules to be powerful and joyful.
In this quick, high-speed video, I’m diving into the magic of mixed media by building a rich, edgy background inspired by garden roses. Using simple techniques, playful layering, and fearless color, we’ll transform scraps into a foundation full of depth and character.
Let’s get beautifully messy together! In today’s video, we’re diving into the world of Distress Oxide Inks to create quick and easy multi-colored elements and backgrounds—perfect for art journaling, collage, card making, or any mixed media masterpiece.
Let’s wrap up this playful mini-series with one more way to make distressed circles shine! In this high-speed video, I’ll guide you through Distressed Circles Technique #4, a quick and easy mixed media approach for creating collage-ready embellishments with tons of personality.
Let’s keep the creative momentum going! In Technique 3 of the Distressed Circles series, I’m showing you an all-new method for crafting beautifully bold and unique circle embellishments—perfect for layering into your journals, collages, or any mixed media project that needs a splash of personality.
Ready to take your circle embellishments to the next level? In this video, we’re exploring Technique 2 of the Distressed Circles series—layering vibrant color with playful mark-making to create rich, expressive pieces full of texture and soul.
In this quick, high-speed video, I’ll show you how to create unique distressed circles — a playful mixed media element that’s perfect for art journals, collages, and layered backgrounds.
