Orange Spiral Arts

MCBA Visual Journal Collective March 2017 Meeting-Speed Round Robin Journaling

Hello and Happy Day to You!

Last night was the monthly meeting for the Visual Journal Collective at MCBA (Minnesota Center for Book Arts). TJ Goerlitz of Studio Mailbox led the meeting with a really fun Speed Round Robin journaling exercise.

I took several photos of the journals as they came my way, as well as the completed journal spreads at the end of our meeting. Grab a cup of something good and enjoy!

Pictured below is how my journal looked when I got it back.

I added a few finishing touches to tie things together and make it more my own. Again, I only had five minutes, so that wasn't a lot of time. I loved the phrase "Be Artful". I added orange around that to make it stand out more.

I know I didn't get a picture of each journal, and I apologize. Things were moving pretty fast!

May you feel inspired to set a timer for 5 minutes, grab a few art supplies and let loose in your journal!

PS At the end of the speed journaling session, I noticed this gigantic stamp at TJ's spot. I had to get a picture to show you all. It's soooooo awesome!

Thank you for being here! 

Have a wonderful day, and be sure to add a little creativity into your life, even if only for five minutes. It truly helps your whole system-mind, body, spirit, and soul!

Blessings to you,

Briana

 

 

#21emBODY-BONES AND HANDS

Today I am sharing the Day 4 and Day 5 prompts for the #21emBODY art challenge.

Day 4: BONES

Day 5: HANDS

With the launch of my latest online class, Abstract Watercolor Patterns, I got a bit behind with the #21emBODY art challenge.

I have a big weekend ahead, too, so I can't make any promises. I do want to try to complete the 21 days of art making. I am feeling really drawn to this emBODY theme. 

If you have any kind words to share to help keep me motivated, I'd love to hear from you! 

Thank you so much for being here.

If you are interested in 21 Secrets emBODY, you can find out more right here.

Here's what's coming up next in the #21emBODY art challenge:

#21emBODY-BACK

Day 3 of #21emBODY is BACK

On International Women's Day, I feel it's worth mentioning the relationship one has with one's back. How does your back feel today? What do you carry there, both seen and unseen? What is one action you can take to improve your back's health?

Thank you for looking!

Sending Love, Blessings and Peace to You Today!

-Briana

Abstract Watercolor Patterns opens this Friday, March 10th. More information here.

21 Secrets EMBODY starts on Monday, March 27th.

 

#21emBODY-HEART

Good Day to you. I am back with Day 2 of the #21emBODY art challenge. Day 2 is HEART. 

How is your heart today?

 

 

Here are a few thoughts I noted about mine.

My heart beats. It guides me to love and peace.

My heart guides me. It gives me strength and courage to move forward, even when life feels really, really hard.

I am so grateful for my heart.

Here are a few process photos from my art journal. All of this work is leading up to 21 Secrets EMBODY. I am really looking forward to it!

Thank you for looking!

May your heart feel clear of pain, and full of love. May your heart be open to new understandings about yourself and the world. May all be well.

Blessings to you,

Briana

 

 

#21embody-LUNGS

Dear Beautiful BEing,

I hope this finds you well. I want to share an art challenge with you that starts today. It's something I was sort of on the fence about doing myself, but now I am pretty sure I just jumped in with both feet, and a smile on my face. 

Connie Solera of Dirty Footprints Studio has curated another amazing 21 Secrets program. This next one, due to be released on Monday, March 27th, 2017 is called 21 Secrets EMBODY. Connie has put together a 21 Day Art Challenge to get everyone all revved up and ready to go for 21 Secrets EMBODY. Ready or not, you'll learn more about this human body you live in each day. You just might even experience a greater appreciation and love of your body. Wouldn't that feel magnificent? I think so.

Even if you don't have time to make the art for the challenge, I invite you watch, soak it all in, and tune in to your amazing body. 

Sending love to you!

Blessings and Peace,

Briana

Sign up for 21 Secrets EMBODY today!

 

 

Brand NEW Online Class-Abstract Watercolor Patterns

Hello Ya'll!

I've got to shout it from the rooftops, as I am about to release the third online class in the Winter 2017 Orange Spiral Arts Class Set. This series has been so fun. Students have been loving the classes. It fills me up each and every time I see someone share their art on Instagram or Twitter. Registration and information for ABSTRACT WATERCOLOR PATTERNS can be found right here.

Calm your nerves, enjoy the moment, and play with art supplies! I do hope you'll join me. It's only $20 USD for loads of inspiration via video lessons. 

Let's play with watercolor paint and abstract patterns! Sound intriguing?

Register today! You have unlimited access, all for only $20 USD. Abstract Watercolor Patterns comes out on Friday, March 10th, 2017. 

Blessings to you! You and your creativity matter!

Have a great day!

-Briana