Mixed Media Workshop

Yesterday, I attended a workshop by a local artist and teacher.  She repurposed so much cool stuff from flea markets, the curb, and stuff from off of the street.  

Her definition of mixed media is that it doesn't have to be wacky and outlandish, but that it can be just using watercolor and charcoal together or colored pencils and print making.  

"Artists use what is going on in their lives.  It's a way around compulsive worrying." 

She also spoke a lot about Matisse, pictured above, as he was one of the first to really mix media. 

I also finally used the notebook I made, and it was so satisfying.  Jen said it correctly that there is a deep satisfaction is using something that has been made by your own hands.

Tell us: What has been inspiring you, lately?

-SM

photo via Pinterest