Makeup less, reading glasses on, and a home-cut bang job. Did I even brush my hair today? 😆 I can't be sure. Guess it's me these days. 🔥💕 You? 'Bout the same? Good, we're on the same page.😜⁠ ⁠ #shaymichellestudios #studioviews #tampaartist #tampaart #floridaartist #inmystudio #creativepractice #createarteveryday #artjourney #maketimeforart #creativesoul #doitfortheprocess #creativevibes #creativeflow #happyartist #intuitiveartist #intuitiveart #intuitivepainting #abstractpainter #artjournals #mixedmediaajournal #wherewomencreate #mycreativelife

🇺🇸💕 As we have such great collective suffering right now, I find so much comfort in the beauty, creativity, and ingenuity of what it means to live a creative life. Or to be a recipient of a creative life. I remember what it feels like to go to the theater, to eat beautiful food made with care, or to meander through a well-curated shop. I think about masterfully laid out gardens, created in layers of texture and color, with vignettes around every corner. I reflect on my own deepening understanding and pride of what it means to be a creative. It wasn't that long ago that I felt embarrassed of my creative thinking. Today, I can't help but to recognize the gift of beauty and healing that creativity is to the world. I know we aren't through and out to the other side of SO many things going on in the world. ⁠ There's a heavy burden right now that I don't want to diminish. Lots to think about and pay attention to. But I know that any dose of creativity makes me feel a little better, bringing me hope and it's something I feel grateful for. Does it feel that way to you too?💕⁠ .⁠ #shaymichellestudios #tampaart #tampaartist #doitfortheprocess #livefullyalive #mindfulnessthroughmaking #creativitymatters #intuitiveart #intuitiveartist #lovetocreate #creativespirit #creativepractice #artmaking #simplereminders #calledtobecreative #cultivatecreativity #artastherapy #artforthesoul #positiveaffirmation #livewithintention #spiritjunkie

First project of the year. A little #wanderlust2021 week 1 with a “word of the year” thrown in for good measure. Do you pick a word of the year? In true artist form, it came to me in a dream. I saw it in an art journal, the word COURAGE in big letters all the way across. To tell you the truth I wasn’t going to pick a word. I’m kinda tired of feeling boxed into the parameters of one word for some reason. Usually I’m very inspired by it. But I think it’s a big season of change and revamping in my life. Things feel very expansive which is sorta scary and that’s weird too. I’m almost an empty nester and we’re talking all about next steps and new identities. It’s exciting and daunting. And of course there’s a thousand other things going on too. So I’ll take a dose of courage!👌 #shaymichellestudios #wanderlust2021class #artjournaling #artjournalpages #artjournals #wordoftheyear #floridaartists

LAST CALL!! Wanderlust 2021 closes today! Imagine 2021 filled with community, art, and inspiration. Wanna come do it with me? 🎨 Sign up with the link in profile.⁠ .⁠ 💕28 mixed media teachers⁠ 🔥50 high-quality video lessons released each week⁠ 🌸Printable handouts and supply lists⁠ 🌟 9 bonuses waiting in the classroom⁠ ⁠ #shaymichellestudios #eaclasses #wanderlust2021 #arttutorial #artheals #artecourse #artjoy #natureinspiredart #bohenmianart #floridaart #floridaartist #makemoreart #artinspiredbynature #mixedmediajournal #artjournalpages #intuitivepainting #intuitiveart #creativebiz #paintingclass #artlesson #onlineartclasses #artjournaling

AND it's finished! Here's my Wanderlust 2021 project where I'm guest teaching in January. I couldn't be any more excited. How 'bout some texture, journaling, doo dads, sparkle, and paint? Does that sound pretty good? Does to me! ⁠ Come join. me for a whole YEAR of good art and good people. Once a week, 26 teachers, all together learning art next year. Don't miss it. Registration closes Dec. 31. See ya there! Woop woop!⁠ 🌿 Link in profile to sign up🌿⁠ ⁠ @everythingartuk #shaymichellestudios #evertythingart #wanderlust2021 #visualjournaling #mixedmediaartist #intuitiveart #doitfortheprocess #intuitiveart #artjournaling #artjournal #livefullyalive #journalart #mindfulnessthroughmaking #creativitymatters #markmaking #creativejournals #junkjournal #mixedmediaart #createcultivate #artastherapy

Who's planning for 2021? I'm in the camp of choosing a word of the year/setting goals/making plans. I love fresh starts and possibilities. But this year? It feels so different. I feel much more relaxed about things. But also exhausted and uncertain from all that is 2020. This year has been crazy town and it's hard to gather my thoughts for what the heck next year might look like. So, instead of lofty goals around organization, business, and to do's, my goals look a little different this year.⁠ ⁠ 🍰 Make 12 desserts, one per month. I'm not a baker, AT ALL! Too much precision. But I miss eating dessert at restaurants. You know, the kind you wouldn't make at home. So I'm gonna try that one on this year.⁠ ⁠ 📗Write/draw in my journal more often. No, not every day. Are you crazy? Haha! The pressure! But often. I can do that. I've been doing that lately and loving it. Journaling is something I did a lot growing up but not as much as an adult. I've really enjoyed picking the practice up again. It's helped me to process what's going on and see things in a new way. Plus I do a little collage/watercolor/drawing or maybe just some stickers on the page so that's fun too. It's a new page each day so lots of room to experiment.⁠ ⁠ 🎨 Catch up on all those art classes I've signed up for. They look so good and I want to take advantage!⁠ ⁠ I don't know about you, but I've got to let 2021 play itself out a bit before I can think about heavy-hitting goal setting. What about you? Where do you sit on this? ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ #shaymichellestudios #papergoods #paperlovers #paperlover #mixedmediaartist #artonpaper #floridaartist #tampaart #tampaartist #papercollage #mixedmediacollage #mixedmediapainting #collagemaker #artjournalpage #journalinspiration #journalingcommunity #dotifortheprocess #creativejournaling #journallove #journalart #colorcrushcreative

I've been working on the finishing touches for my January Wanderlust class for @Everythingartuk (not pictured yet😉). I just love creating, thinking about what the students might get from it, how much fun we will all have together all year long. 💕 If you're looking for a whole year of art with great teachers, kind fellow students, and a fun environment, It's not too late to join! Link in bio.⁠ .⁠ #shaymichellestudios #everythingartuk #wanderlust2021 #visualjournaling #mixedmediaartist #intuitiveart #doitfortheprocess #intuitiveart #artjournaling #artjournal #livefullyalive #journalart #mindfulnessthroughmaking #creativitymatters #markmaking #creativejournals #junkjournal #mixedmediaart #createcultivate #artastherapy

I think I bought the whole internet worth of art classes. Just kidding (sorta). What can I say? I LOVE the classes! I just love to learn. It's my favorite. Here's some of the assortment:⁠ ⁠ 🎨@debweiersart with her "Wonky Friends and Critters" through the @karabullockart network-have you seen the reviews? People love this class! It looks so freeing and fun. Those faces ARE wonky. How does she make them? I can't wait to find out.⁠ ⁠ 🎨@sdionbakerdesign with @nerdabe "Playful Lettering and Typography"_-this is one on lettering and typography. I love Samanthas illustrative style and approachable demeanor. ⁠ ⁠ 🎨@kellish with @aliedwards- "Empty Nest + New Storys"- oh my. I think I need this one. I'm one year away from an empty nest and you better believe I'm feeling it. And how cool is it to process this through journaling, scrapbooking and art journaling? ⁠ ⁠ 🎨 @everythingartuk has "Kasia's Advent Calendar" 14 days of art journaling and self-care. And it's FREE. You know how much I love these guys. Of course, I'm biased as I'm part of the Wanderlust 2021 team.😉 Honestly, though, Kasia is a gem of a teacher and guide. Check it out.⁠ ⁠ Alright. Your turn! Please tell me which classes you're excited about. I'm all ears and will check 'em out! ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #shaymichellestudios #shaymichelleartconnections #arttutorial #artheals #artecourse #artjoy #natureinspiredart #bohenmianart #floridaart #floridaartist #makemoreart #artinspiredbynature #mixedmediajournal #artjournalpages #intuitivepainting #intuitiveart #creativebiz #paintingclass #artlesson #onlineartclasses #artjournaling

Sittin' in my studio. Light shining in first thing in the morning. Every time I walk into this space I feel so thankful. It's a happy fresh place that I love a lot. ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ #shaymichellestudios #studioviews #tampaartist #tampaart #floridaartist #inmystudio #creativepractice #createarteveryday #artjourney #maketimeforart #creativesoul #doitfortheprocess #creativevibes #creativeflow #happyartist #intuitiveartist #intuitiveart #intuitivepainting #abstractpainter #artjournals #mixedmediaajournal #wherewomencreate #mycreativelife⁠

Inspiration Cards. I love these things. Shuffle 'em up. Pull one. See what you get. Be inspired. I made some just for you to print off! DM me to sign up for my email and I'll send them along.🌸⁠ .⁠ ⁠ #shaymichellestudios #shaymichelleartconnections #inspirationcards #motivationquotes #mindfullnessquotes #artcards #meditationcards #selfdevelopmenttools #artjournalpages #artjournaleveryday #artjournallove #artjournaltherapy