Do You Know How to Make it Fun?
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To change things up (and add some fun!) I want to add this new kind of post to my blog.
Back in January of this year I gave an Update on The 68 Secrets of an Illuminated Artist, which is the set of illustrated affirmation cards I created.
Each card features one of 68 positive messages I use for motivation, inspiration, and general well-being. But rather than talk about the deck as a whole, I’d like to hone in and get a bit more focused. So each of these “illuminated posts” will highlight a single card and reflect on its meaning or message.
Make it fun!
What better way to kick of this series than with one of the most important messages of all?
Make it fun!
When I’m stuck I add some sparkle. Making it fun gets my creativity flowing.
The backdrop of this card is very fitting as it features a painting from my Little Gems Series. Not only do I use these paintings to hone my artistic skills and practice new techniques, I paint them first and foremost for joy and fun!
With many things, but art in particular, it can be easy to discern whether the artist was having fun or not during the creative process.
If you’re not enjoying the creative process, there’s a good chance that’s going to come across on the canvas–or whichever medium you’re using.
I might add sparkles–literally–or sand or collaged books pages or wrapping paper. Look around and you’ll be surprised by all of the things that can add some pizzazz.
Testimonials for ‘The 68 Secrets of an Illuminated Artist’
This set of artist inspirational cards are a hit with my customers. They appeal to artists and beyond. I have a sample set out and rarely does someone pass by without reading out a card that resonates with them. I've even had grandparents buy them for their grandchildren as they offer such profound life wisdom. I'd definitely recommend these to any retailer out there!
How to get your own pack of inspirational cards
You can purchase your pack of cards online at The Game Crafter or in the following retail stores:
Surrey Art Gallery Gift Shop
Free Spirit Gallery, Gabriola Island, BC
Iron Oxide Art Supplies Nanaimo
Blackberry Gifts in Ucluelet, BC
Page's Inn & Marina Bookstore, Gabriola Island
Prints and Original Artwork for Sale Online
This card features a section of Christmas on Gabriola Island. You can see the full painting and buy custom reproductions on Saatchi Art here:
https://www.saatchiart.com/print/Painting-Christmas-on-Gabriola-Island/499285/8480800/view
Reproduction prints on Saatchi Art are available in 3 formats:
Fine Art Paper
310 GSM, 100% cotton linters, archival quality, natural white finish with a slightly structured, soft-textured surface.
Metal
Specialized inks infused into specially coated, thin, high gloss aluminum sheets. Exhibit mounted on 2mm black Styrene and finished with a black Metal Inset Frame.
Canvas
Museum grade, matte textured (20.5 mil), bright white, poly-cotton blend with no additives and no agents.