I'm floating, Sarah. Feeling light and that's no small feat when I wear pressure like a second skin. A little curious about the next month but right now this is working.
You always leave me blushing, friend. Thanks for your words. Also it’s fun to think that not too long after the photos in the snow of Matt and I so long ago, I met you. ❤️
I’m so thankful you are finding your very own way. I sense the freedom in your words and your choice accept a unique invitation each month. I’ll be along for the ride! (Also “snow so much newer than both of us” - resonated so much.)
Your newsletter makes me want to go make stuff!!! I get so antsy as I’m reading, it takes so much self-control to finish reading. Take it as a compliment: I absolutely love your artwork and your word craft-- so much so that I just need to go make something of my own!
Oh, goodness... too many things. Mostly I do hand lettering, calligraphy, and painting, but I also use music, photography, and writing as creative outlets.
Might I ask, what got you started on your art style? It’s so unique, and I absolutely love it. It reminds me in part of Roald Dahl or Shel Silverstein, but the collage style brings Eric Carl to mind (I like my children’s literature, if you couldn’t tell). And if there’s a post you wrote about it, could you direct me to it? I subscribed in December 2023, so I’m a bit late to the game.
I envy the lettering and calligraphy skills, I'm actually sitting at my desk wishing I had better handwriting for a quote I want to illustrate.
I love children's literature too.❤️ I'm hoping to write a bit about my creative back story this year in this space so thanks for asking about it. I love imperfect, somewhat whimsical art where you can see the hand of the artist in the work so hopefully I lean toward that when I make things. My long-time art teacher is Carla Sonheim and that's how I've learned many mixed media art tools over the years. Along with another artist who has taught classes on her site named Lewis Rossignol.
I taught myself over COVID how to hand letter, and hopefully soon I’m going to invest in some nicer calligraphy pens. I would not attribute the handwriting to myself, however; my mother homeschooled me (and is still homeschooling me: I’m only in high school), and one of the things she did with me was practice my handwriting every single day. So she provided a good foundation for my hand lettering and calligraphy.
Thank you so much for the resources. I can’t wait to dive in and explore them a little bit more!
I only skimmed each page, but I can definitely see the resemblance between your art and theirs. I look forward to hearing more about your art journey this year!
Love this! The creating of rhythms month to month instead of the whole year seems much less intimidating. And the idea of repetition with our creative ideas--I tend to move on once I’ve finished a newsletter or blog post. But what if there is more to say or see?
Thanks, Lauren. Yes, I'm curious too about how it will play out with this newsletter/my writing. Repetition and also allowing for shifts monthly. I like the idea that I can come up with a publishing schedule and try it for a month and then adjust versus feel like I need a plan for the year. All decisions feel lighter and have space for play.
I am ALWAYS delighted to get opportunity to peer into your Creativity Lab. Thank you for taking us there this week!!
Just as much as I like to peer into your World of Words.
I love the idea of taking the pressure off by not tying ourselves to one thing for the entire year. Sometimes we need the freedom to float.
I'm floating, Sarah. Feeling light and that's no small feat when I wear pressure like a second skin. A little curious about the next month but right now this is working.
You’re brilliant. Seriously, Friend. What a gift you have!!
You always leave me blushing, friend. Thanks for your words. Also it’s fun to think that not too long after the photos in the snow of Matt and I so long ago, I met you. ❤️
Friend, I believe in you so much. You are truly so gifted and it's such an honor to follow along on all your discoveries. :)
I’m so thankful you are finding your very own way. I sense the freedom in your words and your choice accept a unique invitation each month. I’ll be along for the ride! (Also “snow so much newer than both of us” - resonated so much.)
Your newsletter makes me want to go make stuff!!! I get so antsy as I’m reading, it takes so much self-control to finish reading. Take it as a compliment: I absolutely love your artwork and your word craft-- so much so that I just need to go make something of my own!
Thank you!
Hands down the best compliment I could receive, Caelie, thank you! What kinds of things do you like to make?
Oh, goodness... too many things. Mostly I do hand lettering, calligraphy, and painting, but I also use music, photography, and writing as creative outlets.
Might I ask, what got you started on your art style? It’s so unique, and I absolutely love it. It reminds me in part of Roald Dahl or Shel Silverstein, but the collage style brings Eric Carl to mind (I like my children’s literature, if you couldn’t tell). And if there’s a post you wrote about it, could you direct me to it? I subscribed in December 2023, so I’m a bit late to the game.
I envy the lettering and calligraphy skills, I'm actually sitting at my desk wishing I had better handwriting for a quote I want to illustrate.
I love children's literature too.❤️ I'm hoping to write a bit about my creative back story this year in this space so thanks for asking about it. I love imperfect, somewhat whimsical art where you can see the hand of the artist in the work so hopefully I lean toward that when I make things. My long-time art teacher is Carla Sonheim and that's how I've learned many mixed media art tools over the years. Along with another artist who has taught classes on her site named Lewis Rossignol.
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Thanks for your encouraging words. I hope you made something today!
I taught myself over COVID how to hand letter, and hopefully soon I’m going to invest in some nicer calligraphy pens. I would not attribute the handwriting to myself, however; my mother homeschooled me (and is still homeschooling me: I’m only in high school), and one of the things she did with me was practice my handwriting every single day. So she provided a good foundation for my hand lettering and calligraphy.
Thank you so much for the resources. I can’t wait to dive in and explore them a little bit more!
I only skimmed each page, but I can definitely see the resemblance between your art and theirs. I look forward to hearing more about your art journey this year!
I did indeed make something, so thank you!
Love this! The creating of rhythms month to month instead of the whole year seems much less intimidating. And the idea of repetition with our creative ideas--I tend to move on once I’ve finished a newsletter or blog post. But what if there is more to say or see?
Thanks, Lauren. Yes, I'm curious too about how it will play out with this newsletter/my writing. Repetition and also allowing for shifts monthly. I like the idea that I can come up with a publishing schedule and try it for a month and then adjust versus feel like I need a plan for the year. All decisions feel lighter and have space for play.