Lately, I’ve been feeling a bit stuck when it comes to my collage practice. I love collaging—it’s something that comes so naturally and intuitively to me, especially when I’m working on sketchbook covers.
But when it comes to creating collages inside my dedicated collage sketchbook, I hit a wall. I find myself hesitating, overthinking, and even avoiding the process altogether.
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Abstract Mark Making Play – Textures is an exploration of surface, resistance, and depth. Rather than focusing on flow or movement, this practice invites you to slow down and engage with the physicality of materials—paper, paste, fabric, paint, and tools—layered one over another.
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Abstract Mark Making Play is an exploration of fluidity, unpredictability, and response. Rather than building layers through intention or planning, this approach invites you to follow the natural behaviour of water, ink, and paint as they interact on the surface.
From the very first step, water leads the way.
This practice is especially powerful when you feel stuck, over-directed, or disconnected from your intuition.
There is no pressure to resolve the painting quickly or neatly. The focus is on staying present, allowing messiness, and letting flow guide the work forward.
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This process is not about creating a finished painting.
It’s about staying with the act of making—layer by layer—without rushing toward a result.
Abstract Markmaking Play Layers is an intuitive painting practice where each layer is an invitation rather than a decision. There is no fixed outcome in mind. The painting evolves through observation, play, and trust.
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Winter is a time of reflection, a season when nature pauses and the world is blanketed in white, softening the landscape. This mixed media process invites us to explore the quiet depth of winter, using white-on-white techniques, neutral tones, and dark contrasts to create a tactile piece that speaks to the soul. Through layered textures,
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Creating a tactile collage is a journey of self-expression, where every layer tells a part of your story. It’s more than assembling papers and fabrics; it’s about immersing yourself in textures, emotions, and memories. Each element you choose carries significance, turning your artwork into a personal narrative rich with meaning. In this blog we will craft
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Colors in abstract paintings are more than just visual elements—they carry meaning, emotion, and symbolism. By tapping into the subtle power of muted colors, we create an intuitive palette that evokes feelings and depth without overwhelming the senses. When working with muted colors, we open up a world of subtlety, depth, and quiet emotion in
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Colors hold immense emotional power. They have the ability to convey moods, evoke memories, and express feelings in ways that words cannot. For abstract paintings, this becomes even more important because color often speaks in place of recognizable forms.
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Creating abstract paintings is a journey, much like living a human life. It’s filled with moments of spontaneity, mistakes, unexpected beauty, and deep reflection.
In abstract art, there are no strict rules to follow—only the freedom to express.
Every brushstroke tells a part of the story, and each layer builds upon the last, forming a rich, textured narrative that mirrors the ups and downs of our personal experiences. Through this process, we not only create art but also connect more deeply with ourselves, finding beauty in the imperfections and joy in the unexpected.
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When we start our creative practice journey, the prospect of limitless freedom can be both exciting and overwhelming. Without structure or boundaries, we might find ourselves paralyzed by choice, unsure of where to begin. How can we keep our creativity flowing and make progress in our art? The answer might seem counter-intuitive, but it involves setting self-imposed restrictions to foster creativity and growth.
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