I just got back from visiting my sister in Virgina and attending Donna Downey's Inspired Event in Concord, NC!!! 3 days of creating art from 8 AM until midnight with my mom and my sister.
I borrowed this picture from my sister. Donna was such a gracious host. She gathered some of the most inspiring artists to bring us some technique packed classes. There were moments of frustration because I couldn't master a technique right away (it's the perfectionist in me), but I was totally blown away by the ideas, textures, and creations we made.
The entire time was spent thinking outside the box...using various scrapbooking supplies and art supplies in totally unique ways!! I really can't put into words how amazing the experience was. And, lucky for me I got to share it with my mom and my sister - 2 of the most talented women I know!
My favorite old drafting table looks a little different these days...It's filled with new paint brushes, gorgeous fibers and ribbons that I just couldn't live without, an article on water color journaling, water colors, gesso, matte gel medium, clear tar gel, pumus gel, Golden's acrylic paints, Unity stamps, sticky back canvas, a sketch pad, Ten Second Studio's molds, and projects I have yet to finish from Inspired.
I have a ton of ideas whirling through my head. I even have ideas on how to use these kind of art supplies with Spellbinders (TM) dies! Creations are starting to pour out of me...so stay tuned! I have vowed that I will not let this feeling go away. I must create a smidge of art every day in some small way. It clears my mind, relaxes me and feeds my soul.
I'll have more pictures soon.
I hope you get the chance to do something artful every day!
Holly
