🎨 Mixed Media Magic – Part 2: A Creative Pause Just for You

Hello, lovely ones! 💛

Are you craving a moment to breathe, reset, and reconnect with yourself — but don’t have hours to spare? I get it. Life gets busy, and self-care can slip to the bottom of the list. But what if I told you that just 20 minutes of creative play could bring calm, clarity, and even a bit of joy into your day?

Welcome to Part 2 of my Mixed Media Quad series – a bite-sized art session designed to spark your creativity and soothe your soul.

🎥 Watch the new video here:
👉 Mixed Media Quad – Part 2

✨ What You'll Experience in Part 2:

In this session, I continue working on a 10.2" x 10.2" Baohong Academy Cold-Pressed Watercolour Pad, divided into four playful sections. Our focus today? Play, process, and permission.

We’re using:

• Watercolours

• Pencil crayons

• Sponge & bubble wrap (hello, fun printmaking!)

• White acrylic ink for that final magical touch

I even share the scumbling technique — a simple but powerful way to build beautiful texture and depth. And as always, I guide you through the why, how, and what of each choice I make, so you’re not just copying — you’re learning, growing, and developing your own style.

💡 You don’t need fancy supplies. Tempera, acrylics, or found objects work just as well. This is about freedom, not perfection.

💖 Why This Video Is Perfect for You

As an Art Teacher with over 25 years of experience and a well-being practitioner, I create videos that combine learning with self-care. These aren’t just tutorials — they’re creative pauses. They’re your permission slip to try something new, reconnect with yourself, and play without pressure.

👇 Haven’t Seen Part 1 Yet?

No problem! Start from the beginning and watch Part 1 here:
👉 Mixed Media Quad – Part 1

💬 Let’s Connect — I’d Love to Hear from You!

If this video gave you a creative spark, I’d love to know: ✨ What part of the process was new to you?
✨ How did it make you feel to just play?
✨ What would you try differently next time?

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🌟 Tag a friend who could use a little more creativity and calm in their life
🌟 Invite them to watch along with you — it's always more fun with a creative buddy!

🎨 Because Art Heals. And You Deserve That.

Thanks for being here with me. Let’s keep making art that nourishes, soothes, and inspires.

With creativity & care,
Barbara Lynn Burns
Art & Soul Insider
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