Picasso Inspiration at Creative Jumpstart 2016

Creative Jumpstart just ended and while I'm sad, I'm also a bit relieved.  Why?  Because I LOVED IT SO MUCH that I couldn't seem to focus on anything else!  Ha!  Every online class or challenge should grab you the way #cjs16 grabbed me!

Our second to last Master Artist was Pablo Picasso.  WOW - so much inspiration from one person.  Here are the pieces I created.  

To see more of my work from Creative Jumpstart, click here.  For more about my Picasso-inspired creations, check out my Instagram feed or search the hashtag #cjs16 on Facebook to see my and many other artists' works.   

Speaking of Master Artist inspiration - 

my Chagall inspired ceramic ware is now available online.  There are two lines; one called "Beloved," perfect for weddings, anniversaries, and Valentine's Day, and the other is a new "Woman of Valor" line, perfect for the women in your life!

I hope you'll check them out!  Our last Master Artist was Anselm Kiefer.  Next Tuesday, I will show you step out photos of how I translated his emotional work.  

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How to Make Your Own Up-cycled Wrapping Paper

I was so inspired by last week's guest posts by Corrine Gilman and Miriam Schulman.  Did you see them?  Here's how I used bits and pieces of both tutorials to make my own wrapping paper using paper bags and newsprint paper.

 

I used my stamps from RubberMoon with Black Archival Ink from Ranger.  Then I colored and doodled using my Posca Markers and Black Sharpie pens.

A little washi tape and cord remnants added color.

For this one, I used my Medallions stencil from Stencil Girl combined with a Hamsa Stamp, some doodling and leftover trim.

I love that the supplies were all things I had around the house, and that they look so home made and unique!

Here are some pictures from our Hanukkah celebration last week, with my mom, daughters, sister and brother in law, and my dad's sisters - the twins.

All my best wishes for a wonderful holiday season!

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Handmade Holidays Day 4 with Miriam Schulman

Welcome to Day 4 of Handmade Holidays!  Every day this week, you'll find unique art and craft ideas.    Remember that every post has a giveaway, and all the comments for all the days count!  I'll be picking all the winners after 11AM EST on Saturday, so make sure to check out all the Handmade Holidays posts!

Today, we welcome guest blogger Miriam Schulman!

Have you ever found yourself stuck without beautiful wrapping paper in the house?

Have no fear- all you need is a bit of acrylic paint, a stencil and a sprinkle of fairy dust to transform whatever paper you have in your house into something truly special. In this tutorial,  I'm going to share mixed media techniques that shows you how to embellish wrapping paper using  Jessica Sporn's Hamsa stamp and Five Hamsas Stencil.  (And of course, you can use stencils and stamps from your stash as well.)

Make all your packages extra special and show that you care with handmade wrapping paper.

• White wrapping paper
• Acrylic paint
• Hamsa Stencil 
• Hamsa RubberMoon Stamp 
• Rubber brayer
• Gelli plate
• Cosmetic Sponges 

 

You can also watch Gift Wrapping Ideas by Miriam Schulman on YouTube

 

In Case We Haven't Met Yet...

Like this? You might also like my 

other blog posts about art journaling 

or watercolor techniques.

Hey, I'm Miriam Schulman and I create mixed media art to tell stories. I also teach other people how to craft their stories with art. I give them the techniques they need to get the results they desire which brings more joy to their lives. 

My art has been published by Somerset Studio, Art of Man and the New York Times among others and collected by an international audience. When I'm not working on art in my studio, you'll find me in a museum spending time with friends or family. Explore my art at SchulmanArt.com or join the fun at TheInspirationPlace.net where you can find lots of free resources for artists.

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Thank you Miriam!  I hope this post gave you some fun ideas. 

Giveaway alert! I am giving away a Rubbermoon Hamsa Stamp to a lucky commenter.  Remember, for extra chances to win, make sure to comment on all the Handmade Holiday posts!  I will pick all of the winners on Saturday morning, 11AM EST. 

Please leave your email address in your comment (like this: jessicasporndesigns at gmail dot com) to be considered for the giveaway!

Make sure to check back for more projects and giveaways every day this week!  Click on Handmade Holidays to see all the posts. 

Your comments make me so happy and let me know you were here. I read and treasure every comment and will happily answer any questions as soon as I can.

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