It’s a Horse, of Course!
Not long ago, I decided to try something new. It was something that a customer had asked for almost a year ago, but I dismissed because “I don’t do those.” Well, it stuck in my head, and I finally decided … Continued
The Smallest Act of Kindness
“The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the grandest intention” Oscar Wilde Not so wild about this art journal page, but I love the quote! Notice the tiny little figure holding out a heart to a child…. Sometimes … Continued
Glue Gun Masks
I have seen many mixed media artists make wonderful use of masks that they have made using a glue gun. I finally decided to give the technique a try. It is so quick and easy! I used a glass mat … Continued
Think Spring Journal Prompt
I am so eagerly watching for spring…how about you? This week’s prompt is to journal about those sightings of spring around the corner. Or what things you are most excited for in a change of season. I have been seeing … Continued
National Pi Day – Art Journal Prompt
As a young child, my brother, older by eight years, took it upon himself to teach me pi. I had no real understanding of pi as the ratio between the circumference and diameter of a circle, but I could rattle off … Continued
Welcome March!
After a snowy ending to February, I was glad to welcome March, and warmer weather I hope! This quote from Dickens is still a favorite! “It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind … Continued
Where in the World? Journal Prompt
If you could go anywhere in the world, where would it be? Glue in a map image, or travel brochure pages for a trip you would love to take. Why do you want to go there? What do you want … Continued
Leaves in the Sketchbook
Leaves are so versatile, I add them often to artwork and art journal pages. I carve them into stamps, doodle them, paint them, and stencil them. No surprise a leaf sampler showed up in my sketchbook! I love leaves, but I seldom know … Continued
Add a Dragon – Journl Prompt
In honor of Chinese New Year today, the art journal prompt is to add a dragon to your page. Can’t draw a dragon? Try using one of these free coloring pages. This one from Activity Village looks very Chinese, and … Continued
ARTfull Planner Weekend Workshop
Over the weekend I had a fun workshop with a lovely bunch of ladies. We worked on altering and creating planners to be smashable style beauties. First I showed some examples from my personal planner… …ideas for months… …weeks… … Continued