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The sky is never the same, and the clouds are constantly changing, so the story of your painting journey is still to be made.

There are hundreds of ways to approach your artwork. Each one is unique just like the sky itself.

Our method is also only one of the hundreds of ways to paint. It's your job to take these ideas and make them your own, we just want to spark a fire for you if you’re feeling a little burnt out!

Try out these quick and easy steps for picking up your paintbrush and workin…

Have you ever experienced a moment where spontaneity meets years of hard work?

That magical moment where all that you know about a particular subject finally becomes all that you feel?

In nature, this moment is called a Superbloom - a rare phenomenon that occurs when wildflowers germinate and blossom at the same time after an unusually wet rainy season. And in the world of painting, a Super Bloom is a moment of pure creativity, where muses arrive unexpectedly and inspiration flows freely.

A…

Oil pastels are a versatile and exciting medium that can add texture and depth to any artwork.

Remember that feeling of opening up a brand new box of crayons and seeing all those bright colors, just waiting to be used?

That's exactly what it feels like to experiment with oil pastels. With rich, vibrant hues and creamy texture, you can easily blend and layer colors to create bold and expressive works of art. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, oil pastels offer endless possib…

What is Grid Journaling?

If you're looking for a new way to explore your creative side, consider our free Grid Journal Mini Course. This technique is a fantastic way to experiment with patterns and colors and bring out new ideas that you may not have considered otherwise.

So, what exactly is grid journaling? 🤔Simply put, it's a method of creating patterns and designs using a grid-based journal. You can start with a blank journal, or use a pre-printed grid journal if you prefer. Then, draw a gr…

What is Grid Journaling?

If you're looking for a new way to explore your creative side, consider our free Grid Journal Mini Course. This technique is a fantastic way to experiment with patterns and colors and bring out new ideas that you may not have considered otherwise.

So, what exactly is grid journaling? 🤔Simply put, it's a method of creating patterns and designs using a grid-based journal. You can start with a blank journal, or use a pre-printed grid journal if you prefer. Then, draw a gr…

What are your most daring dreams? 

Do you put those whispers into the world like magic and look for them to appear in your life? Maybe you need someone to guide you to take a stronger grasp and write those words to your heart's desires!

Together we have created a community of artists that are creating together, setting intentions, pursuing dreams, and finding joy in a simple but meaningful creative outlet. This is the year that will allow you to pour your soul into the world and manifest the a…

How many patterns can you make?

It’s up to you what you mark next… In the end, you’ll have lots of original papers and tools, which means your mixed media artwork will authentically be YOU. Mixed Media Expressions is really a deep pleasure to explore because the techniques and texture and natural wonder of it all can keep you curious for ages.

If you love mixed media but are always looking for a way to personalize all of your marks, layers, papers, and images, carving a stamp or making your ow…

If you have it - mix it, cut it, and paint it!

The Layered Page: A Miscellany of Mixed Media combined to make a beautiful handmade Art Journal.

So many artists have discovered their love for mixed media through my fun 5 lesson process that can be used over and over again to create art journals, base layers for paintings, and combined with techniques to make your next work of art. We run through and experience the whole process together of creating your pages, marking your pages, and you decide…

Looking for that next fun Fall project?

Is anyone else feeling a little nostalgia this time of year? Some bittersweet feelings about summer coming to a close. Autumn feels like oversized sweaters, crisp morning dew, and all of the seasonal flavors. Are you a 🎃Pumpkin Spice or Apple Cider 🍎 person?

It’s a great time to start making lists, and reflecting on what you have done, and what is yet to be done before year's end…

What better way to start dreaming up your next project, than curling up w…

Want to tap into a little bit of joy 💫 and happiness 💛?

We have stumbled upon the process of creating mixed-media abstract landscapes and discovered that it has been bringing us Such excitement and openness to dive into the unknown.

Lush Landscapes will take you on a beautiful Mixed Media Journey to explore abstract landscapes through collage, acrylic, mark-making, and all the layers you've come to love.

Things we Love: 

🎨 Seeing creativity come alive in ourselves and other artists when our/…