Hello beautiful souls,

I believe our art has messages for us and I’ve been taking extra time, alone in my studio to simply observe some of my creations. Do you ever have a friendly or not-so-friendly chat with one of your pieces? It sounds a bit odd but it’s worth a little investigation. I have some ideas about that to share with you -

While the artist makes conscious choices of color, subject, line etc, we also often make intuitive or apparently random actions with our artwork as well. These are equally important.

Always be receptive to what your art is trying to tell YOU.

You may have quickly selected the red paint and slashed in on your page and then you might wonder – “Oh why did I do that?” Before you jump to judgment or criticism, first explore the apparent question at hand – “What are you feeling?”

Perhaps you intuitively create a pool of white paint and watch it drip down the canvas. Why? What does that feel like?

Maybe you emphasize the curve of the neck on the woman you are drawing…or pay special attention to make her delicate chin have a strong edge. Why? Perhaps you are connecting to her vulnerability or her determination.

I don’t suggest that you interrupt your process with constant questions but these things are worth considering after creating or in the moments where you feel stuck. I promise there are messages just for you within your work.

Have conversations with your work. Ask it questions and then listen.

• “What are you telling me?”

• “What do you need from me?”

• “How are you making me feel?”

This may sound strange but I’m sure many of you can relate since artists have been doing this since the very beginning. Remember, that while you have something to say ….your art WILL add to the conversation.

Be receptive when creating. Keep your eyes, ears and heart open.

Sending out much love and gratitude to you all,

Ivy

ENJOY THIS BEAUTIFUL LESSON FROM Petra hziwnatzki’s class, “Inspired Collage”

Imagery & Words

Inside Petra's beautiful class, Inspired Collage, we'll use images and words to create positive change in our lives. Let's fill our journals with quotes, words, and images that uplift us, as words have immense power. 

Petra has found journaling to be a profound experience; her journals have turned into scrapbooks, and writing has helped Petra express her thoughts and feelings clearly.

Let's use the power of words to create the life we want, and write about our experiences in this class and any insights we gain…

SUPPLY LIST

• Gel Medium Matte or collage glue*

• Vintage papers* - you can even photocopy or scan and print some old letters, recipes or other paper from your own family!

• Patterned papers/Scrapbook paper or wrapping papers*

• Assorted acrylic or craft paints*

• An old credit card or a card from a deck of cards*

• Tissue paper or sewing pattern tissue paper*

• Alcohol inks*

• ‍Paint pens in light colors (optional)

• White fine tip Sharpie paint pen*

• Gold paint*

• Printed out quote of your choice*

• Stencils of your choice

• One larger mandala type stencil

• Canvas or wood panels

• Journal

• Pencil

• Paint brushes

• Magazines

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