The aim for the papers are to encourage you to do something creative with what you have and provide you with beautiful imagery that you can play around with.
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Have you got your Digital Art Papers Yet?
When you join on the FREE tier of my Patreon, you get access to a set of monthly Digital Art Papers. Here is the current one for the month that you can use in your creative project. We release the October papers on the 1st October.
You can access your papers HERE!
We have a Free Tier and a set of papers for you to access for the month and a series of exclusive posts and videos on the tier so that you can wet your feet and see how you like it.
Here are the papers for Aprils Digital Download on Patreon. for the $3 Tier. Below you will find examples of the projects that I created. If you join us on the $3 Tier you will have access to all the previously posted content which spans 3 years and includes digital and video resources for your creative project.
We have a Free Trial on the tier so that you can wet your feet and see how you like it. The aim for the papers are to encourage you to do something creative with what you have and provide you with beautiful imagery that you can play around with.
What are you doing in your creative projects for March? Looking for some digital art backgrounds to spice-up your creative projects?
The digital art background papers for the month of March are available. You can join us on my Patreon to get hold of the ones on the FREE Tier
You can also access our $10 Tier and to get access to the digital art, videos and posts (over 700) that is currently on the platform.
Cut & Rearrange – Print your background and cut it into different shapes. - try creating a collage, or mixing different backgrounds together.
Layer with Mixed Media – Use your floral background as a base for stamping, stenciling, or mark-making. Add paint to mute some areas, then go in and add your favorite stamps.
Highlighting Hidden Elements – Use a fine liner or white gel pen to outline patterns that stand out to you. Find some of the hidden images within the backgrounds, enhance what you see and let the artwork evolve.
One of my favorite creative exercises is exploring mixed media art backgrounds. If you have watched any of the projects on Patreon you will see how I create and searching for hidden shapes and figures within them. It’s a process of discovery—letting the background guide the direction of the artwork rather than forcing a specific idea.
This approach brings a sense of playfulness to my work, allowing unexpected elements to emerge. I’ve found it especially rewarding with my digital art floral background pages, as they offer endless possibilities for layering, highlighting, and transforming abstract patterns into something entirely new.
If you’re looking for a way to spark fresh ideas and deepen your creative practice, here are some ways you can experiment with background exploration:
Cut & Rearrange – Print your background and cut it into different shapes. Rearrange the pieces into a collage or use them to build layers in an art journal. Try mixing different floral backgrounds for a dynamic effect.
Layer with Mixed Media – Use your floral background as a base for stamping, stenciling, or mark-making. Acrylics, watercolors, and even embroidery can add beautiful depth to the design.
Interactive Journaling – Glue a background page into your art journal and write or doodle over it. The soft floral elements create a unique backdrop for personal reflections or poetry.
Highlighting Hidden Elements – Use a fine liner or white gel pen to outline patterns that stand out to you. Maybe a petal looks like a bird’s wing, or a swirl resembles a dancer in motion—enhance what you see and let the artwork evolve.
Letting go of strict expectations and simply exploring what appears on the page can be incredibly freeing. Sometimes, the most intriguing discoveries happen when we step back and allow the art to reveal itself.
If you try any of these techniques, I’d love to see what you create! Share your work or let me know what hidden gems you find in your backgrounds.
This practice can lead to unexpected and intriguing discoveries, adding another layer of fun to the creative process. Most of my work now takes on this form especially with the digital art papers I create.
You can access the papers for Free on my Patreon - Check them out HERE
Check out some of the creative papers I have created which are available on Patreon. Some are available on their respective tiers, but do check out the Free Tier and papers available for you to use each month.
You can access the current one for November and also see some behind the scene projects.
Next month I will be sharing all the papers I have produced for 2024 with some additional visual elements which you can purchase, and you will be able to download them for use in your art journals and creative projects.
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.
Creativity is a journey, not a destination. As creatives, we constantly seek ways to push our boundaries, discover new horizons, and bring our unique visions to life. Moving forward as a creative involves a blend of reflection, resourcefulness, and the courage to venture into unknown waters. Here are three ways to move yourself forward on your creative journey:
Often, we underestimate the potential of the resources at our disposal. Whether it's a limited set of tools, a small budget, or even time constraints, these limitations can actually foster creativity. By fully embracing what you have, you can push yourself to innovate within those confines, often leading to surprising and unique outcomes.
Practical Tip: Take inventory of your current resources—skills, tools, and time. Challenge yourself to create something using only what you already have. This helps sharpen your problem-solving skills and shows how creativity can thrive under constraints.
Stepping out of your comfort zone is essential for growth. This involves experimenting with new mediums, techniques, or even genres that you haven’t explored before, you open doors to endless possibilities and new perspectives.
Practical Tip: Set a regular time for experimentation in your creative schedule. Dedicate this time solely to trying out new ideas without worrying about the outcome.
Your creative journey is deeply personal. It’s shaped by your experiences, beliefs, and aspirations. Bringing your personal touch into your work not only makes it unique but also resonates more deeply with your audience. Reflect on what ‘personal’ means to you and how you want to express that in your work. Also check out post - Arts and Wellness Cafe
Practical Tip: Reflect on your personal story and values. Consider how these elements can influence your creative projects. Are there specific themes or messages you want to convey? Integrate these into your work to create pieces that are truly reflective of who you are.
Here are the papers for October's Digital Download on Patreon for the $3 Tier. If you join us on the $3 Tier you will have access to...
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