Friday, 2 May 2025
Digital Art Papers for May - Creative Art Projects
Saturday, 12 April 2025
FREE Digital Art Papers for Art Journals and Creative Projects - April
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Tulip Art Journal Page - #secondsaturdayart
Welcome to the Tulip inspired art journal page, which is part of the Second Saturday Art collaboration - every second Saturday of the month. I hope you enjoy and join in the activity.
You can access my FREE digital art papers on my free Patreon tier - HERE
Here are some of the supplies that I used, but check your own stash first to see what you have or can substitute.
- Distress Stains - Variety of colors - https://amzn.to/4iQPcjY
- Permanent Black Ink - Speedball - https://amzn.to/42190ev
- White Gelly roll pen - https://amzn.to/42190ev
- Watercolors - https://amzn.to/3G8QnwA
- Water-soluble Graphite - https://amzn.to/4i4NGJR
- Gesso - https://amzn.to/3FTa8bF
Thursday, 24 October 2024
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Gratitude Art Journal
I am so looking forward to sharing my lesson, here is another sneak peek of what we will be creating to fit into your junk journal:
We will start our journey together making an altered book journal, using what we have on hand to create something wonderful and fun to hold our thoughts, our ephemera, our joy and gratitude!
Each day you'll be challenged to dig into your own gratitude with a question to answer, something to think about or do and/or something to create. You'll find a little joy in each day. You'll leave this workshop with a warm smile, some extra love and a JOY-filled heart.
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Before you go...
Did you get your FREE Papers - check out Octobers papers and see what you can come up with.
Wednesday, 25 September 2024
Join Me for the Gratitude Junk Journal 2024
Together with 12 other talented artists, we’re bringing 30 days of joy, creativity, and gratitude straight to you. This is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your gratitude practice while nurturing your creativity. Through daily prompts, art, and reflection, we’ll embrace gratitude, opening our hearts to more love, joy, and creative expression.
How to Enter:
- Simply sign up to my course platform for the FREE Art Resource Hub. If you’re already a member, you’ll be automatically entered.
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What can you expect from this workshop?
In this 30-day workshop, you’ll:
- Learn how to create a beautiful, altered book to capture your thoughts and art.
- Discover techniques for making art journal pages you’ll love.
- Practice daily gratitude through fun, creative challenges.
- Find joy in your everyday life—reducing stress and enhancing positivity.
- Use “junk” from your stash or around your home to create amazing art.
- Explore techniques for creating vibrant backgrounds.
- Gain skills that will empower you to make inspiring art again and again.
Each day you’ll engage with thought-provoking questions, actions, or creative exercises designed to help you reflect on your own gratitude journey. By the end, you’ll walk away with a heart full of joy and a beautiful journal to remind you of your creative journey.
Ready to join us?
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Let’s create, reflect, and grow together. Stay blessed and be a blessing!
Thursday, 5 September 2024
Material Musings - Handbag Fabric Art Journal and More
Tuesday, 3 September 2024
Welcome to September and the Free Digital Art Papers
Welcome to September, and we have available in our Arts Resource Hub a set of creative papers that you can use for your craft projects and art journals.
If you are wondering what you can create with them, they can be art background pages, I create a mini art journal with mine.
In the video I share what I did with August papers.
All papers are available, so you can mix and match. Come and join us on the Arts Resource Hub and get hold of your papers for September.
You will find all the papers from previous months available for use as well.
Monday, 2 September 2024
Material Musings - Fabric Art Journals
Come and check out the latest Material Musings where I share a variety of fabric art journals that I work with.
Some have been made with paper signatures, and others have been made of entirely of fabric.
Wednesday, 3 July 2024
What is Inspiring You - Join us in the Arts and Wellness Cafe
Come and join me in the Arts and Wellness Cafe as we look at the things that inspire and encourage you to be your creative self.
We reflect and ask questions, as it is important for us to be able to dive into our resources and encourage ourselves in those 'off times'.
We look at the latest Journal that I am playing with which is the Junk Journal July, having fun playing with the supplies I have and interpreting the quotes to suit my needs as a creative.
I share my stitched project and some projects that are waiting to be worked on.
Looking forward to seeing all the things that inspire you.
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Friday, 21 June 2024
Creative Weekend - Starts Here
What creative activities are you planning for this weekend.
If you would like a few hints and tips, I will provide you with 5 creative activities that you can do in a weekend. You can get all the family involved, or this might be something you do for a quiet moment.
Here Are 5 Creative ideas that you can think about doing:
1. DIY Studio Decor
Spend the weekend revamping your creative space with a few DIY projects. From creating your own art mood board for inspiration or upcycling old furniture that will help with your materials/tool storage, think about projects that you can do in a couple of hours or an afternoon.
2. Nature Inspired
Take your creative endeavors outside and set up an easel in a nearby park or your own garden. Let the beauty of nature inspire your artwork as you paint landscapes, flowers, or any other scene that catches your eye. Take a look at the colors and the subtle differences in shade. See if you can recreate this using your art supplies. Come and join me in the garden for additional inspiration HERE
3. Free Art Courses
4. DIY Craft Projects
Unleash your artistic side with DIY craft projects - these are small projects that you can personalize and create small batches that can be given as gifts or when you are sending out one of your art pieces. You could try making handmade cards, or creating your own jewelry. These hands-on activities are not only enjoyable but also allow you to express your creativity in unique ways.
5. Photography Expedition
Grab your camera or your phone and set out on a photography expedition in your city or a nearby scenic spot, or again wander around your garden seeing what amazing animals or plants you can capture.
These creative ideas offer a mix of artistic, culinary, and outdoor activities to make your weekend both enjoyable and creatively fulfilling. Whether you choose to work on these projects alone or involve your family, exploring your creative side can lead to a weekend full of inspiration and self-expression.
Come and check out some of the FREE Mixed Media courses on my Course platform. You can check them out HERE
Thursday, 13 June 2024
Art Journal Play - Word Plaques
Saturday, 8 June 2024
Summer Time Art Journal Page with Amanda Trought
Sunday, 2 June 2024
Welcome To the June Free Digital Papers!! VIP Pass - Making Zen and More
Welcome June, it is the first day of the month and a great time to think about some of the creative projects that you can do. Here are a few examples of what you can do in your art journal and mixed media creative projects:
- Nature-inspired Collages: Collect leaves, flowers, and other natural elements to create intricate collages in your art journal. Use different textures and colors to add depth and interest to your compositions
- Watercolor Landscapes: Experiment with watercolors to paint serene landscapes or vibrant cityscapes. Let your imagination wander as you blend colors and create dreamy scenes.
- Found Object Sculptures: Gather everyday objects like buttons, keys, and old jewelry to assemble unique sculptures. Combine them with clay or wire to create three-dimensional artworks that tell a story.
For more ideas, join us on Patreon as a FREE member to see the remainder of the really helpful list of creative activities.
Remember, the beauty of mixed media and art journaling lies in the freedom to experiment and express yourself without constraints. Let your creativity flow and have fun exploring new techniques and ideas!
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Sunday, 12 May 2024
Celebrating Mother's Day: The Importance of Self-Care and Nurturing
Happy Mothers Day, It’s a time of reflection and appreciation for the incredible women who have shaped our lives.
Sometimes prioritizing self-care can often feel like a as meeting the needs of others can leave little time or energy for self-nurturing. However, practicing self-care is essential.
Saturday, 11 May 2024
Flowers for Mothers Day - #secondsaturdayart
Come and join me in the Studio as I create this page. It originally starts out as a background page with flowers. Every month on my Patreon site I release a new set of papers that members can access.
I take a good look at the background and like to see what images start to appear, I will go around it with a water-soluble graphite, and then the rest flows.
If you would like to access the background papers, come over to my Patreon and join the Free 7 Day Trial - HERE
I hope you enjoy
Saturday, 4 May 2024
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