Two artists may look at the same Spark of Art-spiration, but how it speaks to each individual is unique- and that is the magic of the sparks. What is a Spark of Art-spiration? It is a snippet of a larger work. Something about the snippet sparks my creativity so I go with it. I print out the spark in whatever size I feel like and then I play. Since I can print it again and again in any size. Love technology! There is no fear of ruining it. That gives me complete freedom to experiment, play, explore, and just have fun arting.
The sparks are exclusively available to my newsletter subscribers. I send out 1 to 2 newsletters a month and never share my list. Signing up for my newsletter is free. Just enter your email address in the box that is just under my photo on the top right of the page and follow the prompts. That is all you need to do to get my newsletters and high resolution downloads of the Sparks of Art-spiration! You can sign up here.
Diane Jaquay generously shared what she create with one of the sparks. I love how the bird emerged and how all the lush greenery created her jungle! Now I see birds when I look at this spark!
Here’s what I did with the exact same spark.
Maria McGuire brought her drawing and lettering talents to this spark and I now see a whole new world of possibilities in this spark!
Here’s what I did with the exact same spark.
Maria opened my eyes, literately here. It didn’t even cross my mind to draw the other eye until I saw what she created!
What I saw in the same spark.
Have you created something with a Spark of Art-spiration? I’d love to see it and share it here! Just send me an email (acolorfuljourney at gmail dot com).
On Friday it’s the next A Colorful Gelli Print Party! Be sure to stop back – I’ve got a great project and video for you!
Linking up to Art Journal Every Day, Creative Inspiration, Make It Monday, Inspire Me Monday, Creative Every Day, and Mandarin Orange Monday.
I’m so lucky to have you in my life! You inspire me EVERY day!
Great sparks! Love the different ideas. Hugs, Valerie
LOVE IT ALL! You are a great influence, Carolyn!
It is not copy-cat…it is INSPIRATION!
I often do that.
Thanks for the good pics,too!
Wonderful colour! Creative bursts of imagination! Delightful!
Now, that’s fun. What a terrific idea. Love both angles.
I adore seeing everyone’s individual voices show up in how they interpret your sparks!
Everyone flys with creative wings…..xox
Wow, it just goes to show that the (gorgeous) possibilities are endless. What a fantastic exercise Carolyn!
That’s what I love about these sparks, we can take them in any direction depending on what our eye’s see, and it’s ALL good! Thanks for sharing your creativity with us all, Carolyn!
You are so sparky! Wonderful!
These are all great – very expressive and painterly. But my favourite is the orange one – with it’s lovely colour gradations and flowing rhythms. Thank you for sharing on Mandarin Orange Monday:)
Oh my gosh, this is SO COOL!! I LOVE what everyone “saw” in the spark! Awesome!!
Have signed up! Can’t wait for the “sparks” to fly!
What wonderful inspiration you provide.
Loved seeing the fires ignited by a single spark! I am so motivated by what you create, whether it be the colors from today or the text from yesterday or maybe even something from tomorrow! Thanks for inspiring me, Carolyn!
love those sparks — I have to start doing them — they are fabulous! Can’t wait for the gelli party!
I can see the spark in the last two, but it’s hard for me to see them in the first ones.
Rinda
Well I am most certainly inspired. I have seen such an array of magical mixed media, zentangle artistry and such a vast amount of creativity. 😀 Beautiful works all around. 🙂
Thank you so much for taking the time to link up your talent and creative ideas with us at Make It Monday!
Happy Crafting…
Lisa xx
Fantastic project and colors..Saw this on MIM..Loz
Wonderfully creative artwork ~ favorite is ‘It’s a jungle out there.’ ~ Wow!
Carol of A Creative Harbor ^_^
wow love love all the color – beautiful beautiful creations
Cant wait to see your next CI Paint entry!!
Hi Carolyn, I found your blog via Seth Apter’s new directory! You put a lot of work into your blog with all the wonderful videos and links and such! Love your colorful and playful style! Greetings from Wichita, Kansas.
What wonderful inspirational pictures. Some fabulous projects! Saw it on MIM and came to have a look hugs Craftin’ Suzie
Lovely bold strong colors a burst of life.
Cool ‘Sparks’! I love your orange Artwork. Love MIM- so fun to find so many ‘new to me’ Papercrafters out there in Blogland!
Awesome sparks! I thought I was subscribing to your newsletter but apparently was not… have fixed that situation and am looking forward to seeing the next sparks!
Came by from Make It Monday – feel free to visit me too – I’m #62, 111, 113, and 147 so far… 🙂
Hugs,
Karen C
Great sparks! Carolyn Love the many different ideas you show .
Hugs Susi
there is waiting a new theme for february over on
ART-JOURNAL-JOURNEY
for you!
have a nice weekend Carolyn!
I’m signing up right now. I’d love some inspiration in my inbox!
Beautiful bright and happy colors. I can tell you really enjoy creating.
I saw you at Make It Monday. Thanks for inspiration.
p.s. my projects is 202 if you would like to stop by my blog too.
I’m excited to start getting your newsletter and the sparks.