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I'm thrilled to be sharing Capturing the Simple Pleasures of Nature in the Autumn 2024 issue of Somerset Studio magazine.
In this issue, I've shared some mini file folder art journals, each with a different nature them including birds, flowers, butterflies, and the forest. There are several photos from the insides of these interactive journals showcased in the article. It includes some of my own nature poetry as well as different quotes about nature that I just love. This issue should be subscriber mailboxes now and is available in stores from August 1 through December 31, 2024. There will also be digital issues available to purchase in the Somerset Studio shop. |
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In the Summer 2024 issue of Somerset Studio magazine, I'm thrilled to be able to share my Mixed Media Character Studies.
In this article, I'm using my face stamps from PaperArtsy (released in February 2023) to bring some of my favorite Jane Austen characters to life with paper and embellishments. The article shows several examples from the series and also includes a written tutorial. This issue is hitting subscriber mailboxes now and should be in stores until August 1st. There will also be digital issues available to purchase in the Somerset Studio shop. |
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In this issue of Somerset Studio magazine, I'm thrilled to be able to share my Curious Clay Creations.
These fun figurative mixed media pieces feature different kinds of clay with molds, paints, stamps, embellishments, fabric, and wood. There's a walk-through of how to create them as well as several examples and a few close-ups from this new series of work. This issue is hitting subscriber mailboxes now and should be in stores until May 1st. There will also be digital issues available to purchase in the Somerset Studio shop. |
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I'm thrilled to have a new article showcasing stitching in my artwork in a feature article in the Winter 2023 issue of Somerset Studio magazine.
I've used some of my stencils from StencilGirl as a pattern to combine paper and fabric, stitching, embellishments, and collaged and painted backgrounds. You may also recognize a Spotlight featuring another of my Faux Tea Bag pieces from my article in the Autumn issue! Available now from the Stampington website. |
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I'm incredibly honored to have my Faux Tea-Bag technique showcased in a feature article in the Autumn 2023 issue of Somerset Studio magazine.
In this article, I've taken a few staple supplies from my studio to make faux tea bags and paired them with my botanical stamps from PaperArtsy, bits of ephemera, and some easy watercolored backgrounds. |
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I'm very excited to share that my "Matchbook Minis," mini matchbook-style art journals made from shipping tags, have a staring role in my latest article in the Spring 2023 issue of Somerset Studio magazine. If you aren't a subscriber, it will be available on newsstands on February 1st, 2023.
Members of my Facebook group can also access the archived version of my FREE live online class, so if you haven't already, I hope you'll check out the article and the free class! |
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I'm thrilled to have one of my Stitched Boho Medicine Pouches featured in a Spotlight in the Spring 2022 issue of Belle Armoire Jewelry magazine. This short piece is less instructional and more about the thoughts and background that have helped to inform my style in the jewelry that I wear and make. It's a fun little piece and I'm so excited to shine a light on these fun necklaces!
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In the Winter 2022 issue of Belle Armoire Jewelry, I'm very excited to have my publication of some of my mixed media statement jewelry. In this issue my feature article, Making a Statement, walks you step-by-step through the creation of the type of necklace shown here. I share tips and alternatives as well as the sizes and measurements for each part of the process. I hope my fellow jewelry makers will enjoy this and all the other articles in this fabulous issue.
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In the Winter 2022 issue of Somerset Studios, I'm thrilled to share my Quirky Boho Paper Dolls in a feature article. Based on my popular Pocketful of People online class, I've shared tips and tricks for looking at your supplies in new ways to create your own group of fun and whimsical paper people.
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In this issue of Cloth Paper Scissors, (which is unfortunately the last for this publication,) I'm excited to have a feature article sharing my faux resin paper technique. I share my tips and recipe for creating your own papers, as well as a tutorial on making an accordion style art journal and adding in your faux resin papers as window pages.
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I was incredibly fortunate to partner with Lynne Perrella, a mixed media icon in her own right, for an article celebrating and taking inspiration from ancient icons. Each of us contributed three pieces of artwork and shared our thoughts for an article compiled and then written by Lynne that discusses the art, as well as a bit about the collaboration, the materials we used, our inspirations, and even some synchronicity as a part of the process.
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My mixed media artwork "Fading Beauty" appeared in the "MUST list" column featuring the Baked Texture embossing powders from Emerald Creek. I also included a short write-up about the amazing textures and effects that can be achieved using these powders in your artwork and craft projects.
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In this issue, I was featured in the "Road Test" column using the new pastel sets by Jane Davenport for American Crafts. I put them through their paces, trying both types of pastels (Chalk Pastels and Cream Pastels) in a variety of applications and using several different substrates. I shared the results of those experiments, then used my samples to create a Spring-themed art journal spread.
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I'm thrilled to have been interviewed for the Not Old - Better Show podcast (part of the Smithsonian Associates Art of Living Interview Series) on the topic of Art and the Aging Brain.
Listen in on my discussion with host Paul Vogelzang as we chat on a range of topics relating to creativity including creating and learning about art, my personal artistic journey, and the benefits that come from being an artist and / or as someone appreciative of art and the joy that it offers. |
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I was thrilled to participate as a panelist for a Zoom webinar hosted by Nathalie Kalbach where we discussed, "What's the Point?"
Why are we making art? Do you create for a specific purpose or do you focus more on the journey? Are you somewhere in between? We explored the why and then also the aftermath - what do you do with it all afterwards? Selling, personal collections, gifts, the closet, and the trash will all be on the table. The webinar is now available to watch on-demand, so you can still catch up on the conversation! |
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I was thrilled to have three pieces accepted into the Sacred Feminine gallery exhibition at Del Ray Artisans in Alexandria, Virginia. The exhibit was on display from May 3 through June 2, 2019.
Pieces included in the exhibition: Grace (sold) and Lapis Icon (available - email if interested,) and my Spirit Goddess Totem sculpture (available - email if interested.) |
