Debasree Dey, Author at Debasree Dey Art

From IT to Intuitive Art: A Conversation That Reveals What You Don’t Usually See

If you’ve been following my work for a while, you’ve mostly seen my hands — painting, layering, stitching, building pages.

But not so much my face or me talking about myself.

This conversation with Kate for the Making Zen retreat is one of those rare spaces where I sat down and shared my journey openly — not just what I do, but how I think, how I arrived here, and what truly shifted things for me.

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Visualisation: Become the artist you are meant to be

Mindset

There’s a confusing moment many people experience as their income grows.

On paper, things look better. You’re earning more than you ever have before.

And yet…

You still hesitate over small amounts
You save in ways that don’t even make sense anymore
You sometimes spend more than needed — just to feel normal again

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What I Realised About My Art Practice After This Webinar

Mindset

I recently attended an online webinar by Bob Proctor, and something shifted in me — not in a loud, dramatic way, but in a quiet, unsettling, deeply honest way.

Because what I realized is this:

I don’t lack ideas.
I don’t lack talent.
I don’t lack opportunities.
I lack alignment.

And once you see that, you can’t unsee it.

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When I Stopped Looking at Problems (At Least in My Art)

ALL BLOGS, Creative mindset

Over the last few months, I’ve been noticing something about myself.

My mind has a habit.
It goes straight to the problem.

Not slowly. Not occasionally.
Automatically.

Something doesn’t work → I start thinking why it’s not working.
What’s wrong.
What’s missing.
What I don’t have.

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You’re Not Stuck Because of Talent — You’re Stuck Because of Identity

Mindset

For a long time, I thought my problem was simple:I was thinking low of myself. I could hear it in my thoughts.That quiet, constant undercurrent of inferiority. Even when I was doing good work… even when I was creating, showing up, building something — I still felt like I wasn’t enough. And slowly, I started seeing a

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Struggling with Tiny Scraps? Try This Simple 4-Step Method to Create Mini Collage Clusters

ALL BLOGS, Collage Fodders / clusters

Do you save tiny scraps of paper, fabric, or lace because they felt too beautiful to throw away…

…but then never actually used them?

Most artists have a growing pile of leftovers—pieces that don’t fit anywhere but still feel valuable. Over time, those scraps become clutter instead of inspiration.

This is where mini collage clusters can completely change your creative process.

Instead of waiting for the “perfect use,” you can turn those fragments into small collage clusters—ready-made collage embellishments for journals, paintings, and mixed media artwork.

If you’ve been searching for how to use paper scraps in art, this is one of the simplest and most satisfying ways to begin.

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From Scarcity to Abundance

Mindset

A Practical Guide to Shifting Your Mind from “Not Enough” to “More Than Enough” Many of us grow up with a quiet belief running in the background of our lives: There isn’t enough. I will fall behind. Others have more opportunities. I must hold on tightly to what I have. This is called a scarcity mindset.

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From “I’m Not Enough” to developing Self-Worth

Mindset

Meditations, Practices, and a 30-Day Reset for the Inner Critic Many of us carry a quiet belief deep inside: I’m not enough.Not talented enough. Not successful enough. Not worthy enough. Over time, that belief doesn’t just stay in the mind. It settles into the body — into the nervous system, into habits of thinking, into how

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Day 1–20 of My 100 Day Art Journal Challenge

ALL BLOGS, Art Journal

On 22nd February, we begin this year’s 100 day project.

But this time, I’m not chasing 100 finished pieces.

Instead, I’m creating a mixed media artist book — a space dedicated entirely to exploration, layering, and showing up daily without the pressure to perform.

If you’ve ever considered a 100 day art journal challenge but felt intimidated by perfectionism, this approach may feel softer. More sustainable. More honest.

Let me share how I’m doing it.

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How to Store Fabric Scraps

ALL BLOGS, Collage Fodders, Mixed Media

If you’re wondering how to store fabric scraps without feeling overwhelmed, you’re not alone.

For years, I struggled with fabric scrap storage. I would collect beautiful bits of lace, dyed cotton, burlap, gauze, stitched leftovers — and then… pile them somewhere. I tried baskets. Zip pouches. Folding systems. Color-coded stacks.

Some worked for a while. None lasted.

After 3–4 years of experimenting with different fabric scrap organization methods, I finally found something that works beautifully — and stays working.

Today I want to share exactly how I organize my scraps using drawer organizers and tray systems, and why this simple solution has transformed my creative flow.

Before we begin, tell me in the comments later —
Do your scraps inspire you… or stress you out?

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