Art Bundles for Good #8 is Back! Until 7th May!!

Art Bundles for Good #8 is back now for 5 days only! If you missed the sale last November, this is your final chance. There are more than 100 classes from more than 85 different artists, all for one low price. You don’t want to miss this!

This is an incredible chance to learn a broad range of artistic styles from dozens of different artists and we are supporting a great charity.

Visit the Art Bundle website to see all the amazing courses included. They are all listed on the homepage.

GO TO THE ART BUNDLES FOR GOOD

There are over $5400 worth of courses and resources on topics like watercolour painting, art journaling, sketching, mixed media, drawing, abstract art, acrylic painting, collage, pastel pencils, colored pencils, creativity and much more all bundled together for one low price.

This is an amazing opportunity to get more than 100 art resources at such a low price. With so many products, it works out to less than $1 per class!

The best part is that 25% of the Art Bundle profits are going to support Courageous Kitchen, a Bangkok-based charity helping refugees. Get over 100 top art learning resources from more than 85 artists AND do some good at the same time. We’ve already raised US$ 131,054 for charity.

GO TO THE ART BUNDLES FOR GOOD

LIfe Book 2024 Tasters - Come and Join Us!

 

You can find out more information HERE  

I first heard about Life Book in 2013 and really enjoyed taking part.  I later became one of the teachers in the 2022 Life Book and it was an amazing experience being first a student and then a teacher.  I thoroughly enjoyed participating from both perspectives.

Each year you get to try out a session from each of the teachers as part of the 'Taster Sessions', it is a great way to get to know the teachers.

This year is no exception!  Come and join in the fun for Life Book 2024 Taster Sessions, where art meets the essence of holistic well-being! Tamara and her team have put together an impressive lineup, and we are set to embark on a journey that can profoundly impact our health and overall sense of well-being.

Over the next two weeks, we can immerse ourselves in the world of art as the Life Book 2024 Teaching Team introduces us to a fantastic range of soul-nurturing experiences. These sessions will ignite our creative spirits.

The Taster Sessions will be available from September 25th, 2023, to October 8th, 2023,  You can have continued access to the sessions if you join Life Book 2024, commencing on January 1st, 2024.

You will gain access to over 80 enriching mixed media art sessions, each session is designed to not only awaken your artistic talents but also to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and foster mindfulness.

If you already feel the excitement, you can take the first step by pre-ordering Life Book now or delving deeper into what awaits you here. Prepare to embark on a transformative voyage that will enrich not only your artistic skills but also your life. Welcome to a world where art and well-being converge in a symphony of self-discovery and joy.

Before you go....

The Benefits of Creative Art Activities - Art Bundle Giveaway

 Art Bundle for Good #7 is BACK!!

You have a few more days to enter the giveaway

Art Bundles For Good #7 is back, and this time, we are running an exciting giveaway! This bundle offers a fantastic opportunity to boost your creative skills and engage in artistic activities that can have a positive impact on your mental health and overall wellbeing.

For those who missed out on the first sale in November 2022, this is the perfect chance to purchase the bundle and take advantage of the various art courses and resources it offers. But that's not all; three lucky winners will have the chance to win the entire bundle, which includes over $5700 worth of art courses and resources.

Participating in creative activities, such as painting, drawing, and mixed media art, can have numerous benefits for individuals of all ages. Not only does it allow us to express ourselves, but it also provides a form of relaxation and stress relief. When we engage in creative pursuits, we become immersed in the activity and can disconnect from our daily routines, which can be particularly helpful in reducing stress levels.

Moreover, taking art courses can help develop and improve our artistic skills, providing an opportunity to learn new techniques and experiment with different mediums. By learning from experienced artists, we can gain valuable insights into their creative process and develop our unique styles.

The Art Bundles For Good Bundle #7 offers over 111 art resources from more than 90 popular artists, including one of my courses. In my course, "Mixed Media Art Bowls," you will learn to create a series of paper art bowls that can house your encouraging words and inspiration to yourself. This project is not only fun and engaging, but it also provides an opportunity to practice mindfulness and self-reflection.

So, whether you are a seasoned artist or a beginner, taking art courses and engaging in creative activities can have many benefits for your mental health and overall wellbeing, so wishing you good luck for the giveaway

 Click here to enter the Giveaway

Unlock the Power of Creativity for Healing: Join the Loving-Healing-Creating Summit 2023

 

Are you ready to take your creative healing journey to the next level? Look no further than the Loving-Healing-Creating Summit, where healers and creators come together to share their knowledge and insights on how creativity can impact our health and well-being.  CHECK IT OUT HERE

From February 2-14, 2023, you'll have the opportunity to participate in this FREE online summit, featuring a lineup of 21 amazing presenters, each offering their own unique perspective on healing and creativity.

Whether you're interested in guided meditation painting, collage, writing, art therapy, personal expression through art journaling, creating a self-portrait vision board, or exploring the connection between movement and creativity, there's something for everyone at the Loving-Healing-Creating Summit.

I am honored to be a part of this incredible event and can't wait to share my own session with you on using mixed media art and encouraging words to enhance your creative journey. And the best part? Each session will be available for 48 hours from the time of release, giving you the flexibility to participate at your own pace.

But wait, there's more! If you want even more access to the summit, you can purchase the full package for lifetime access to all 21 sessions, as well as access to our supportive community. And, if you act fast and purchase before February 1, 2023, you'll save $50 on the full package.  LEARN MORE

So, mark your calendars and get ready to love, heal, and create together. See you at the Loving-Healing-Creating Summit!

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Capturing Beauty - Online Class

 

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In this class, you will look to your favorite artists, fashion illustrators, vintage fashion designers, along with your own work to fuel your imaginations.

You will be creating color studies, abstract explorations, figurative work, and a portrait.  This class is all about creating from what you LOVE and allowing yourself to play! It's about capturing the beauty you see and incorporating it into your ART! 

Who is this class for?

Renee believes that by taking the time to collect your ideas, gather inspiration, and dream of the work you want to create is an essential part of the creative process. If you want to overcome creative hurdles, stay on the path to developing your voice as an artist, and learn new techniques.

By devoting yourself to your ideas and your art, you will unlock your potential and create genuinely authentic work.

Check out Studio Works FREE for 30 days

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Online Art Resource Hub - Free Resources

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Transcendence - Art and Spirituality Free Summit

 

Transcendence - Art and Spirituality Summit

I am excited to be one of the presenters on the Transcendence: Art & Spirituality Summit.

I am sharing a project that looks at recognizing the things that you are grateful for and speaking encouraging words over your life, as we create an art journal page. There are 27 other presenters sharing amazing sessions such as:

• Radical Positivity

• The Patterns of Spirit

• Connecting to Your Intuition

• Intuition as a Gateway to Creativity

• and much much more!

 

Join us for Transcendence: Art & Spirituality Summit it is running on June 20-25, 2022. 

 

You can register Today for FREE access

Free access for a limited time from June 20-25

 

If you want unlimited access it is available for only $55.55.

 

Join us HERE

Transcendence: Art & Spirituality Summit

 

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Art Resources

Free Resources to check out 

Art Resource Hub

Mixed Media Art Tags

Recycled Stamps and Stencils

More Courses

Archetype Art Journaling

 

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Archetype Art Journaling, is an in-depth, mixed media lesson that invites you to learn more about yourself as you delve into the magic and mystery of archetypes and oracle cards!

The goal is to connect to your intuition and gain a deeper understanding of your journey. Inside this creative journaling lesson, you''ll ponder and explore the images and cards you intuitively selected.

From there, Ivy will guide you through creating a beautiful, symbolic collage that incorporates paint, pens, stencils and other lovely mixed media goodies!

At the end of the creative journey, you'll reflect on what you have created and what it means to you! This creative lesson is healing, exciting and full of beautiful discoveries.

Check out Studio Works FREE for 30 days

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Veil of Wax - Mixed Media and Encaustic Portraits

I am delighted to bring you this class where we explore the beautiful combination of luminous encaustic wax and portraits!  For years, Ivy has adored this marriage of mediums and now she wants to share some of her favorite techniques.

Whether you are looking to combine photography, collage or your mixed media paintings with wax - this is the class for you - as Ivy will guide you through all these processes.

Encaustic wax creates a glowing layer of mystery and mood to your portraits and allows for much experimentation and exploration of other mediums too! You will create truly expressive and unique portraits that will have you hooked on this gorgeous blend. 

A Veil of Wax

Check out Studio Works FREE for 30 days

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Abstract By Design - Course by Ivy Newport

 

I’m excited to share Ivy Newport’s new class - Abstract by Design.  

Have you always wanted to create big, beautiful, bold abstract art for your home? 

Why not think about creating wonderful pieces of art for your friends and family to adorn their walls, which is where Ivy started out.  I have always wanted to create larger paintings and the process can be full of wonderful surprises, even happy accidents leaving you with a sense of freedom.   

As you work on a larger canvas you can fully explore your senses, release your emotions and observe the effects of color and texture as they mingle and merge on the surface.

I hope you'll join us!  Check out the course HERE

 

Some of the things that  you'll be learning in this class:

●       Identifying a successful color palette

●       Analyzing Abstract Art

●       Learning to trust yourself and take risks

●       Creating with both wet and dry mediums

●       Adding pattern effectively and with style using stencils

●       Tips on decorating with Art in your home

●       Exploring color and how to balance elements in a piece

●       Adding gold leaf to your work

●       Compositional tips

●       Getting over the "blank canvas" fear

●       Layering color and using mixed media

●       Veiling, reveal and subtractive painting techniques

●       And so much more...

Do you want to check out this class and others for free?

Join Studioworks 1st Month Free - 100+ Creative Classes

Did you know your Studioworks membership unlocks full access to over 100 Creative Classes and so much more? No more waitlists or wishing you could join a class.

Plus, each and every month you will be supported in your creative journey through teachings in the Studioworks Journal.

This specially crafted online magazine will be packed with inspiration, guidance, creative prompts and sketchbook explorations. Come join us - Check it out HERE

What is Studioworks?

Studioworks is a monthly membership where you'll have access to over 100+ creative classes along with all of our future classes we launch on a monthly basis. You'll also have access to monthly Studioworks Journals, live Q & A's, private Facebook Group and much more.

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Filling the Creative Well Online Class - Early Bird Special finishes at Midnight AST

A Reminder If you have haven’t had the chance to look at my new course - Filling The Creative Well which will be starting on 1st March 2022 for 4 weeks, after this it is self directed but you will still have access to the Face Book group to connect with other artists.

Are you tired of listening to the negative voices when you go to create and can’t think of things to get you in that creative state of mind well the course is all about creating the systems and practices for you to continually be creative or think of creative things that you can do for yourself regardless of how much time you have.

It is currently on the Early Bird Price of $69 until 12 Midnight AST Tonight, and then it goes up to the regular price of $89

GET YOUR SAVING HERE

Some of the things you will do on the course include:

Creating your own backgrounds  Creating your own ephemera for your art journals and art activities Creating your own set of cards - for encouragement and motivation Learn a selection of ways to encourage yourself with your creativity Learn to repurpose your art work and create gorgeous collages Learn mixed media art techniques to create bowls from fabric and paper Learn to nurture yourself Learn to use art and words to encourage yourself on a day to day basis and much more

You get several downloads to use in your creative practice 90 Page PDF of Mandalas and Affirmations Mixed Media Art Background Pages PDF Encouraging Words PDF Inspirational Shorts Audio Daily words of self care PDF Daily Questions to side step the critic PDF Ideas and prompts for self care PDF Phrases and Affirmations of Success PDF Find out more HERE

Creative Jumpstart Join Amanda Trought

 

My Video for Creative Jumpstart 2022 goes live today and you can watch it in the Classroom.  I had great fun making my Cards.

And they are a great resource for getting you started quickly in a creative project and can be done with most supplies.  They can be added to art journals, sent as gift cards or used as tags.

If you want to come and join us there are over 30 artists all sharing their creative ideas, you can check it out HERE

We would love to see you!

52 Weeks of Art Journals - Butterfly Art Journal

Here is the Butterfly art journal that is part of the 52 Weeks of Art Journals.  The Butterfly is made from wood and then covered with glitter - I have a few pots that I am trying to use up. I have added some collage and paint to some of the pages in preparation for when I next work in them.

You can get wooden shapes and attach them to your art journals and decorate them.

Here is one of the pages that is being prepared waiting for additional paint and other elements.

Check out the video HERE

At the end of the video I share an art journal process page

Hope you enjoy

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