The Get Creative Podcast

Today, I talk about what to do as we’re heading into “the most wonderful time of the year,” but what can sometimes feel like two months of pure chaos. How do we keep this season special but not completely wear ourselves out? I discuss that a bit today, and I hope it helps. If you’d like to see the things I’m offering for Christmas, check out the website at www.canvasandkind.com to see the nativiti...

In this bonus episode, I let you know about ten small businesses to shop from this Christmas! Hope you enjoy! 1. Timber Sprout Toys www.timbersprouttoys.com 2. Linnea Campbell Studio www. Linnea-Campbell.com 3. Dwell Differently www.dwelldifferently.com 4. Lolli and Grace www.lolliandgrace.com 5. Annie Quigley www.anniequigleyart.com 6. Ramble and Co shop.rambleandcompany.com 7. Hosanna Revival ww...

Today, I talked with Pamela J. Black about the careful balance of being a mother and an artist and how she makes it work. This was such an encouraging conversation between Pamela and I where we give lots of practical tips to help you as you balance art and motherhood. You can find Pamela on Instagram at https://instagram.com/pamelajblackart and her artwork at www.pamelajblack.com And you can alway...

In this episode, I give a creative challenge that will help your art go from uninspired to exciting and new. I can’t wait to see how you challenge yourself in the fun, new way. If you’d like to keep up with all the new art offerings this holiday season, be sure to subscribe to my email list here at www.canvasandkind.com

Betsey Iannarelli talks with me today about coming out of a season of artist’s block and what she did to get out of it. I think you will be so encouraged by today’s episode, especially if you’re feeling stuck in your art practice. You can find Betsey on Instagram at https://instagram.com/betseyianstudio and her work can be found at www.betseyianstudio.com To find my work, head to www.canvasandkind...

Today I share a little bit about my art practice and how it goes through seasons alongside motherhood. We often get discouraged when our season doesn’t allow for much creativity. I’m here to talk through those moments. I mentioned Brittany with Happyland Creative. Check her out for branding needs! www.happylandcreative.com If you haven’t had a chance to check out the Good Heavens collection, go to...

Today, Christine Wilson and I talk about time management and some of her favorite ways to help creatives. Christine is a licensed professional counselor, and the creator of Think Time. I hope you enjoy this insightful conversation as much as I did. To get Christine’s dream sheet, click here https://sdz47xkt.pages.infusionsoft.net/ and for a 10% discount off Think-Time planners, click here https://...

In this little episode, I talk a bit about creating a good color scheme using complimentary colors. I also have a surprise for you! On Thursday, September 15 (the day this podcast publishes) I will open the floral painting subscription for 24 hours only! Click here to register while it’s still open. https://canvas-kind.teachable.com/ For more of my other work, head to www.canvasandkind.com or find...

Join Jane Boutwell and me as we discuss the creative mind and how it's uniquely made with a purpose. We talk about the shame and frustration that often accompanies brains that learn differently. This is an awesome episode that will encourage and bring hope. If you’d like to check out Jane’s work, head to www.janeboutwellstudio.com or follow along on Instagram at https://instagram.com/janeboutwells...

Today, I talk about the infamous “burnout” and ways we can keep it at bay. I also discuss what to do when we find ourselves in the midst of burnout. If you’d like to see more of my original work, I can be found at www.canvasandkind.com or you can check out my Instagram at https://instagram.com/canvasandkind

In this episode, I talk to Sarah of Wild Things Adventures about how she helps her kids to live creatively and what that looks like in her family of 10. You can find Sarah on Instagram at https://instagram.com/wildthings_adventures and online at www.wildthingsadventure.com for her handmade leather small batch goods.

In this episode, I talk about how little goals over time become habits, and good habits are life changing. I discuss practical ways to set goals and keep them. If you’d like to see my art, head to www.canvasandkind.com or to look at my Instagram, visit https://instagram.com/canvasandkind to see the latest happenings of Canvas + Kind.

Join us for this conversation where Denysse and I talk about balancing art and motherhood. It’s a thoughtful discussion where we learn about how we can create just for the joy of creating. Denysse is a local artist and can be found on Instagram at https://instagram.com/wildrosewatercolorstudio where she shares her work and her heart. To see more of my original art, check out www.canvasandkind.com...

Join me as I talk about practical ways of having some creative alone time. This episode is a fun one, and I just know you will love the ideas learned. If you’d like to see my work, you can head to www.canvasandkind.com or you can check out the assortment of online classes I have at https://canvas-kind.teachable.com

Today, I give a little backstory on how I became an artist and the many little steps it took to get here. Some were more humbling than others, as you’ll find out. If you’d like to sign up for the Floral Art Subscription, which closes on August 8, 2022, click the link to register! canvas-kind.teachable.com If you’d like to see my work, that can be found at www.canvasandkind.com and I can be reached...

Today, we talk about how dangerous the game of comparison can be to our hearts and to our art practice. The artist I mentioned in this podcast is Brooke Ring! You can find her at instagram.com/cbrookering on Insta. Check her out! She’s super encouraging. To check out my artwork, go to www.canvasandkind.com or visit canvas-kind.teachable.com to sign up for online art classes.

Today, I talk about the frustration you feel as you create lots of work that feels like trash. I encourage you to know that all that work is not in vain. Little by little, that work is building something amazing. Go to https://canvas-kind.teachable.com/ to sign up for the floral painting subscription which is open from August 2-8, 2022. I hope to see you there!

Here, we talk about practical ways to get some creativity into your busy life. As a homeschooling mom of four, I know what it means to be busy. Let’s make time to get creative!