24 Epic Art Journaling Playdates: I'm teaching with 21 Secrets!

Scene from one of my videos in 21 Secrets.My workshop is called 'Metallic Mandalas + Expressive Journaling'

A few months ago, Connie, from Dirty Footprints Studio, invited me to be one of the teachers for her annual, collaborative workshop called 21 Secrets.

She's one of the biggest sweetheart ladies I know. She kinda reminds me of you: a generous, caring soul who gifts hugs like there's no tomorrow + likes to get wild, smooshing thick acrylic paints around in her art journals with her fingers. 


Our workshop theme is COLOR!  

Obviously, my answer to her invitation was, YEESSSS!!!

If you've seen my work, you'll see just how much I like adore color. Trust me, chica...I'm a lost case when it comes to slangin' color around. There - another secret, out.

::looks away, innocently::

Hey! Lookie here...

I know how much you LOVE sneak peeks, so, here ya go!

Just imagine:

• Creating journal page after journal page, armed with the confidence + skill to create the art of your most colorful dreams

• Kicking 'blank page' overwhelm to the curb + learning how to explore + document inspiration, like a pro

• Basking in the sense of accomplishment you feel after finishing a journal spread, worthy of sharing with your family...even friends online!

This could be your new reality, once you dive into...

I had a blast making + filming this workshop for you!
There are 4 videos in my workshop BUT there's so much more! If you decide to join us, you'll receive 23 additional workshops on all things COLOR!

My goodness!

24 different teachers pouring out their hearts onto colorful palettes + sharing mixed media techniques to enhance your art journaling experience. 

There's a sale happenin' right now!*

Use this code at checkout to save $10: COLOR 

(Remember, this code is good from Aug 17th - 19th.)

The regular price of the workshop is a super steal - it's ONLY $98 (USD) YES! For the entire workshop!

A downloadable PDF will be sent to all participants on Monday, September 26th.

• Pick and choose which workshop to start with first

• It's all self-paced, no deadlines!

• There's a private Facebook community waiting to 'oooh + ahhh' all over your precious creations

Wanna know who the other 23 teachers are + what their workshops are about?

Cartwheel over here to learn more + register

*When you click over to 21 SECRETS from a link at my site, you are using an affiliate code. That just means I receive support from your purchase, at no extra cost to you, should you choose to join us. Your support means the world to me + it helps me create more of the classes you LOVE.

Thank you, from my heart to yours.

Showering you with confetti,

COLOR, take me awayyy...... 

My Color is Beautiful Art workshop Starts TODAY! Are you in?!

Yayyyy! Today is the day, y'all!

 'My Color is Beautiful Art' workshop Starts TODAY, Feb 2nd!

Are YOU in yet? I sure hope so!

We have prepared great projects for you with these fabulous teachers! I promise you'll be so impressed :) I'm one of the 8 instructors and this online workshop is jammed packed with goodies. Learn at your own pace - no need to rush.


My lesson for 'My Color is Beautiful Art' is called: "Cultivate Your Symbology".

'My COLOR is Beautiful Art' workshop. My lesson is called 'Cultivate Your Symbology'.

In my tutorial, we'll make an African Inspired Tribal Poster. The poster is treated with luscious, mixed-media layers (acrylic paints + ink doodling). We will add unique symbols, that help tell our story, onto an intuitive painted background and choose a positive, tribal symbol. Cut out your own stencils and I'll demonstrate how to use them for a super easy and low-tech screen printing technique.

Come on over, REGISTER here

example piece, 'Cultivate Your Symbology', by Martice Smith II

There's gonna be LOADS of painting, art journaling, doodling, stamp making, challenges, prizes, videos, and more! Incredible, if I do say so myself :) And it's only $49USD! I hear you asking: "$49 for all of this?!" Yes, yes, my friend!

**10 weeks of creativity, interaction with other students, and a private community where you can feel comfortable sharing your art.**

So, I hope you'll join us!

This year, the fabulous teacher line-up is:

Amanda Trought
Martice Smith II
Mystele
Aysha Livingston

Trina Willis
Kiala Givehand
Carol Porter
Tiare Smith

It's not too late to sign up...

If you've already registered, THANK YOU! I'll "see" you in class...

My Color is Beautiful Art 2015 Workshop - Blog Hop Day 1

WOOOO HOO! The blog hop for the 'My Color is Beautiful Art' 2015 Workshop has officially started! That's right - we are in full effect!

'My Color is Beautiful Art' 2015 Workshop

Today, you can check out general info about the workshop and even download a nice PDF, highlighting each instructor. (grab your copy on Tiare's website)

Several instructors, including me, will host a GIVEAWAY - so you have plenty of chances to win a spot in a class!

Each day during this hop, you'll get to meet a different instructor. This is the perfect time to meet your teacher and learn more about her. C'mon, don't be shy...

Here is the Blog Hop Schedule! 

KICK-OFF! November 1 – Tiare Smith (general info about workshop)  

• November 2 – Amanda Trought - http://realityarts-creativity.blogspot.com/
• November 3 – Martice Smith II <<Meet me back here, on my blog for my GIVEAWAY!

• November 4 – Mystele - http://www.mystele.com/
• November 5 – Aysha Livingston - http://aydaycreatives.com/
• November 6 – Trina Willis -http://trinamadethis.blogspot.com/

• November 7 – Kiala Givehand - http://www.kialagivehand.com/blog
• November 8 – Carol Porter - http://cporter8.blogspot.com/

BLOG HOP FINALE: November 9 – Tiare Smith – http://www.tiaresmith.com

 Happy hopping and best wishes to ya!

Studio Table Blog Hop

Today, I'm sharing a glimpse into my creative chaos...

Studio Table, collaboration of artists, sharing their work spaces. Hosted by Seth Apter of The Altered Page.

I have two studio tables that I work on:
My regular, everyday table

Currently, I'm working on a digital illustration. This is my laptop and Wacom graphics tablet. I guess I could clear off everything else but when the inspiration flows, I just go with it!

 And my sewing table

Curious to see other artists at work? Be sure to check theirs out, too!
Visit Seth Apter's blog for the list...it'll take more than one sitting to get through it.
(I heard there are 100+ artists sharing their studio table.)

I'll be showing my new illustration tomorrow, so please come back to see it!