File Folder Mail Art...

I love receiving pretty mail, don't you?  I like creating mail art and file folders are one of my favorite things to alter. Normally I cut down the file folders and make them smaller but I liked how these turned out so I kept them full size.  I stitched an old blank book page to one side for the mailing address and then stitched around the folder to seal the goodies inside. Add postage and they are ready to mail!!

Have a  blessed day!

Digi IPad Art Journaling...

I created this digi page in ArtRage on the IPad. I imported a couple of images, including the flower, red circles and text/words and added lots of layers to blend it all together. I use the Sensu Brush and love it!

I created a video tutorial on importing images into ArtRage you can view HERE.

ArtRage - Importing Images

Happy weekend!!

I have been receiving e-mails about how to add images into ArtRage using the IPad so I decided to make a quick video showing the two methods I have discovered. I will create one soon on importing images using ProCreate.

Have a  blessed day!

The two images shown are new rubber stamp designs soon to be released at Paperbag Studios, LLC as part of a new line of Mixed Media Essentials for artists.

Friday Fill-Ins...

And here we go...

1. Life is beautiful and I am so very blessed and thankful.
2. I wrapped a twist tie around it and then a little pressure made it fall.
3. I knew it was love when I tried on those strappy black sandals and they fit.
4. Florida is full of sunshine and blue skies.
5. A little nap is wonderful when the body and soul need recharging.
6. Breakfast foods are among my favorite things to eat for dinner.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to reading and writing some notes to friends, tomorrow my plans include hitting a few stores to see if I can find a rug for my living room and Sunday, I want to visit with friends!

Play along HERE!

Workshop Peek...

...at my Baby Got Back-to-Back workshop that is part of the New 21 Secrets!  Registration is open and all classes begin April 1.

Digi IPad Art Journaling...

Hello!  For this digi IPad journal page I used ArtRage and Procreate with the Sensu Brush.  I also imported a photo (that is the background text you see in the middle of the image) and experimented with blending it with the final page.  The word image (I see) is also an image I imported. More to come!!

Have a  blessed day!

February Instagram in review...

Months by Heidi Swapp.

The 1:2 Project...

I am now accepting nominations for The 1:2 Project for the month of March.  Please check out the details HERE on how to make a nomination.

Nominations will be accepted from March 3 - March 7. 

Friday Fill-Ins...

  And...here we go!

1. Bert Kaempfert's sounds like the name of a cheese.

2. For me, I wish cooking came naturally.

3. So I'm packing my bags for an imaginary vacation to Prague.

4. I am not a big fan of the blues.

5. Put the milk in the refrigerator so it doesn't spoil.

6. My friend reaches over and dips her donut in my tea.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to catching up on this week's tv shows that I had to record, tomorrow my plans include getting this scanner working again and Sunday, I want to beginning work on my new rubber stamp designs!

 

Play along HERE!

Sights & Sounds...

I have had company all week so not much time to blog.  I shot these today and thought you might like a little peek at some sights and sounds in Florida today.

Have a  blessed day!

A river walk! #ponceinlet #florida vine.co/v/bXit5IwtDDl

— Roben-Marie Smith (@robenmarie) February 28, 2013

Sights & Sounds...

I wanted to share some sights and sounds in my world! Spring is almost here and I love breezy days, the chirping of the birds and that fresh smell in the air. If you can't hear the video, click the little red "x" next to the speaker in the right corner.  Enjoy!

Have a  blessed day!

 

View and sounds on this beautiful morning! #florida vine.co/v/bgqZW5e2JQK

— Roben-Marie Smith (@robenmarie) February 23, 2013

Art Journal Love - CONNECTIONS...

Supplies: acrylic paints, white pen, black pen, brayer, Gelli Arts Gel Plate and scrap papers.

Friday Fill-Ins...

And here we go...

1. Paisley is not one of my favorite decorative patterns.

2. I like hats but don't wear them very often.

3. Where is Yakutsk, Mount Roraima and Socotra?

4. When is this crazy weather going to end?

5. Sometimes, less is super cool especially when I get to the register and my item rings up for less than it was marked.

6. I like spicy mustard but I am not keen on the taste of Grey Poupon.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to finishing up some work things, tomorrow my plans include painting and Sunday, I want to relax and catch up on some reading!

Play along HERE!

Blooming Digi...

I am still practicing my mad digital skills on the IPad...Ha! Ha!  It is starting to feel more comfortable and I am getting used to the brushes and settings.  I feel a new line of Paperbag Studios mixed media rubber stamps coming on!!  For this simple page I used Procreate and ArtRage.  Still haven't decided which one is my favorite yet. See those cool splatters? Those are available as an add-on in Procreate.  I would LOVE to see those added in ArtRage!  Have you given digi a try on the IPad?  What are your favorite applications?

Also, I am in LOVE with the Sensu Brush & Stylus! It is a quality brush and stylus in one.  I like being able to flip back-and-forth between the stylus tip and brush tip and I am amazed at how natural the brush tip feels.

Have a  blessed day!

Update on Thursday, February 21, 2013 at 12:57PM by Roben-Marie Smith

I have been asked how to find and purchase the additional brushes in Procreate.  Here's how:

Baby Got Back-to-Back Workshop Peek...

I just finished the filming for my 21 Secrets Workshop called Baby Got Back-to-Back.  Here is a little peek...