When opportunity knocks, sometimes you just have to put everything else aside and answer the goddam door! So I answered the call from Melissa at Artified to be her Guest Designer for this gorgeously shimmery Mixed Media Kit. This is the first Art Journal page I’ve created using papers from the current kit, but theContinue reading ““Take Care of Yourself” Guest Designer for Artified”
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Exploding into 2014
On my way to sealing 2013 as “dead and buried” once and for all (yikes it was jam-packed), I decided to do something fun, scrapbooky and visual and pretty (rather than listy or wordy). Jennifer Lee has been doing her Exploding Box project for a couple of years, so joined in this time around. Man,Continue reading “Exploding into 2014”
The Secret Life of Palettes
Yesterday I painted for 2 whole, glorious hours! Uninterrupted, uninhibited and unphased. I didn’t worry about my “ideal customer” or sharing online for a group or being watched. I SIMPLY PAINTED What I will share is what was left behind. The palette leaves the story of the Artist . How each colour is used (orContinue reading “The Secret Life of Palettes”
Gelatos on a Canvas (or 4)
https://vimeo.com/84361566 Grab a cuppa and note-taking material as I guide you through the process of making these 4 canvases. Aaaaand, if you decide to have a go yourself, make sure you post a link in the comments section or email me (hello AT giovannascott DOT com) and I’ll feature you in a follow-up blog post.Continue reading “Gelatos on a Canvas (or 4)”
Gelato brings Contentment
True story! Contentment lies in a box of Gelatos…. It took me a long time to convince myself I needed some of these delicious sticks of pigment and I’m so glad I came to my senses…finally! So I began to play Cautiously at first. Then bravely. I got a not-so-subtle hint from my Bestie thatContinue reading “Gelato brings Contentment”
On turning 45 and other Milestones
Today I turn 45. To have a birthday falling between Christmas and New Year has its obvious pitfalls but also many positives. So while everyone is reflecting on a year of goals missed, goals scored and goals to be considered, I also get to reflect on another year of living. It’s the perfect Reminder Service!Continue reading “On turning 45 and other Milestones”
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