Foto-Full Summer Summary

So much has been happening in my neck of the woods - I wanted to fill you in and also re-cap the summer a bit!

I participated in a bunch of online challenges over the summer via Instagram.  There are so many of them, and they are so much fun.  I finished off the 100 Day Challenge with numbers.  At some point when I have time, I think I'll put the alphabet and the numbers together in a little book.

When the challenge was over, I felt such a letdown. I loved the stimulation of a challenge.  So I searched around for more, and found #ifdrawaweek, #augustwithajournal, #simplealphabets, and #doodleadayaugust.  Occasionally, I was able to put the prompts from these challenges together for some fun and unlikely combinations!

At the same time, I participated in an amazing online class called MATS Home Decor run by Lilla Rogers.  It was so informative, supportive and fun, and I love the artwork I created for it.

Whew - I did A LOT of art this summer!

While all this was going on, I got things set up for our Creative Team.  Have you seen the first two posts?  They are amazing, and more goodness is yet to come!

I also managed to have lots of fun with friends and family, including reunions with Pat, who had been my youngest daughter's babysitter from 2003 - 2007, and her son Dave, who once did graphic design work for me (top left), and getting together with my best friend and boyfriend from the High School of Performing Arts (bottom row left).  Samy performed in a cabaret at the Metropolitan Room in NYC (middle row right).  I designed a shirt for Lin Manuel Miranda, which my parents are modeling in the bottom row middle, below.  (You can purchase the shirt at Teerico here.)  And I enjoyed lots of time with my girls and husband at my heaven on earth, Pine Lake Park.

What are some of the highlights of your summer?  I'd love to know!

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Facing Faces Online Class Sale!

Faces demystified!  Faces in different styles! Class includes seven videos, a PDF download with links to lots of resources, a Facebook group to get feedback.  WOW!  Tons of value for only $34.99!



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21 Secrets Art Show

It's another Tuesday!  I hope you enjoyed Memorial Day Weekend if you're in the US.  And that you had a great weekend no matter where you are!

Today I want to showcase some of the beautiful work being created in my class over at 21 Secrets.  The spring session was devoted to tools and techniques, and the tool I chose to explore was tissue paper.   Earlier this month, I shared a technique using tissue paper to add doodling to your artwork.  But my class for 21 Secrets is different and much deeper.  Look at the beautiful work being created, and the kind words being shared.  

Nancy Omar

"I learned a lot with this class...how nice the oil pastels blend...what happens when you heat them. You put tissue paper shapes down and then think what now. You just start and it all seems to takeover. Anyway thanks for the class Jessica."

Pamela Vosseller

"Thank you, Jessica for the lesson. I thought I knew what I knew about tissue paper...nope... this was new and so much fun. Can't wait to try it again."

Dominique Oberhofer

"My lesson with Jessica Sporn was very very interesting.  Now I love tissue paper transparencies. Thank you Jessica"

Kate Lamontagne

"I loved Jessica's lesson on tissue paper transparencies! This will become a go-to technique for me."

Ricki Tellie Kalp

Jessica Sporn's lesson on tissue paper transparencies was lots of fun. Thanks Jessica!!"

21 Secrets is still available! 

Here's what you get: a 150+ page downloadable eBook filled with 25+ hours of videos, full colored photos, templates, and clear instruction that will inspire and deepen the way you approach art journaling.

Here's when you get it:  NOW - All the content - all at once!

Here's how long you have to use it:  FOREVER!  21 SECRETS is designed to fit into your busy life and schedule without having to rush through and worry about meeting another deadline.

Here's who's teaching you:  The other amazing teachers are Amy Maricle, Annie Hamman, Ardith Goodwin, Catherine Cote, Connie Solera, Cynthia Morris, Dina Wakley, France Papillon, Galia Alena, Ivy Newport, Jodi Ohl, Lisa Cheney, Marieke Blokland, marla Baguette, Meghan Genge, Robin Laws, Sandra Duran Wilson, Susie Lafond, Tori Weyers and Victoria Clark.  Wow - what a line up!

Here's how much it costs:  $98 - a great price for so much content. Each teacher is given an affiliate code for registration.  If you purchase the class through my page, I will get a percentage of the enrollment fee as part of my compensation.  So of course I would appreciate it if you use this link to register for the class.  Thank you in advance xo.

If you take the classes, please share your work with me so I can share it here!

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How to Use Stencils for Finishing Touches

Happy New Year!  I wanted to show you how I often use stencils for finishing touches in my art journal.  These pics are from a new online class I'm working on, called "Facing Faces."  I hope to unveil it soon!

I glued a sketch into my art journal, and began painting it.  I also adhered a small embellishment I made using embossing paste and my Medallions stencil, from this tutorial (which has a video). 

 Here are more progress pics.

Although her face felt done, somehow, the page just didn't feel complete.  I brought out the Medallions Stencil again, and laid it over the hair.

I also painted up the embellishment, and went over the stenciled area with gold paint.

She still didn't feel "done."  I felt like she needed words.  Seth Apter's stencils for November Stencil Club were perfect!    Now she felt finished.

What do you think?  Do you like her better with or without the stenciled overlay?  With or without the words?  Are there certain elements you feel unfinished without?  I'd love to know.

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Last Chance for a Huge Online Class Sale!

Through December 25th, all of my online classes are available at the discounted price of $9.99! Each one is yours forever - the videos and pdfs may be downloaded and viewed at your convenience.  Each has loads of techniques that will help you in all your mixed media work.  Click here to read more about them and buy today.  

Each one gives you access to an exclusive Facebook group.  I look forward to connecting with you there!

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Gratitude - an Art Journal Page

Feeling grateful for blessings....

big and small.

"Blessings" stamp from RubberMoon.  Created in my art journal.   

Linking to Art Journal Every Day at Balzer Designs. 

Make your own Art Goddess Angel in my online class, Embrace Your Inner Art Goddess.  Only $9.99 through 12/20! 

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