I look around my studio and the number of supplies I have makes me smile. Alongside the paints, brushes and canvases you would expect, there are handmade stencils, mixing palettes made from plastic lids, scraps of old paintings and a pile of old books ready to become the next art journal. That is what I love about mixed media art – so much of your “toolkit” is recycling of objects and scraps and you really do not need a lot.

Art is a great way to relax and recharge. To let go of the pressures of life and just unleash your creativity. But where do you start? Here I introduce you to some simple tips and tricks to get you started.

Today I want to give you a little extra gift for the inner artist in you and I hope it will encourage you to do something for you on a regular basis.⁠

Below is a free online lesson where I will introduce you to my passion – art journaling! ⁠Take that little step and do something for you.

I am popping in today to share a quick art journal session with you. In this session I create some collage pages from scrap paper. Super simple and great fun. Come along and have a look.