Morning Pages
I am trying to develop a new habit. I read Julia Cameron’s excellent book “The Artist’s Way” a few years back. In it she challenges us to do morning pages, writing a few flow of thought pages each morning. I … Continued
The Purpose of Life -Ralph Waldo Emerson
“The purpose of life is not to be happy, it is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some difference that you have lived, and lived well.” Ralph Waldo Emerson
My Top 5 Tips for Starting an Art Journal
Thought I would share another perspective for you beginning art journalers out there! Enjoy Mel’s Top Five tips for starting an art journal!
Free Word Art Coloring Page
Here is a little something from what I call my Isaiah 55:11 project. God’s Word carries great power, joy, comfort, and transformation to my life, so I would like to share a bit of that with you today! Feel free to … Continued
Office Accessories Repurposed Style
Since I spend quite a bit of my work day in my office instead of in my studio, I decided it could use some revamping…both in function and eye appeal. I love vintage, and repurposing, and I need organization. Here … Continued
Circus Blocks
Every since doing a circus themed button design for my hometown’s 2013 Fall Festival, I have been thinking circus. So when Somerset Studio issued a circus challenge, I jumped at the opportunity to create some more circus art. These circus blocks are … Continued
Hope Sings
“Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul and sings the tunes without the words and never stops at all.” Emily Dickinson
Art Journal Class #5 Lettering
This week at Studio 13 I taught the 5th class in the monthly art journal series. This session was all about lettering tricks and tips to use in the art journal. We talked about stamps and stencils….but mainly focused … Continued
Journal Pages
This page has been evolving for awhile, but I think it is finally done now. I have been getting a little more comfortable with using my own script handwriting on pages. It is both the quickest, and most personal method … Continued