Wherever you’re just beginning or looking for fresh ways to grow, I’m here to guide you toward creative freedom, help you explore new techniques, and nurture your passion for making art.
Join me in the enchanting Le Marche region of Italy for a transformative 7-day creative retreat where art, connection, and Italian beauty intertwine.
Papers, Patterns & Play is designed for creatives ready to discover their artistic voice, let go of perfection, and explore mixed media through playful experimentation and genuine connection.
Set within a welcoming Italian retreat surrounded by rolling hills and sun-washed landscapes, our days will balance hands-on studio time with inspiring excursions through the region. We’ll gather around the art table, laugh until our sides hurt, and build connections that last long after we return home.
With everything thoughtfully taken care of, you’re free to focus on creating, connecting, and discovering the artist waiting inside you.
I would be so delighted to have you join me in Italy, May 7-14, 2027.
I love exploring different mediums to craft vibrant, layered collages that balance bold, colorful energy with soft, calming undertones. Every piece is a reminder that art doesn’t have to be perfect—it just has to be yours.
Blending Abstract is the perfect introduction to mixed media play with pastels, watercolors and pencils, designed for beginners. Check it out now.
SALVAGED: A Layered Pieces Journal guides you through building a curated cache of salvaged papers and then creating your own art journal by layering color, paper and texture. Click Here.
Free Mixed Media Art Tutorials Find my creative walkthroughs archived here. You will access creative tips, techniques and color filled projects that I am excited to share. There is something for everyone regardless of your preferred medium or experience level. Let’s go!
Plus tons of other courses on art journaling, paper making, mixed media art, organization, business skills for artists and more!
The Roben's Nest is your well-deserved break to nurture your creative soul and reconnect with fellow makers in a joyful, judgment-free, and FUN online haven.
Here, you’ll find the support, motivation, and creative confidence to explore without pressure, experiment freely, and truly enjoy the process of making art.
Whether you’re searching for fresh inspiration, craving deeper creative connection, or needing a gentle push to dive into your craft, you belong here.
My studio—aka my happy, gloriously messy place—is where I experiment with textures, colors, and layers to create vibrant collages and handmade journals.
That same spark inspired The Roben’s Nest, a creative haven where you can connect, learn, and grow alongside a community that gets you.
Whether this is your first year or your fifth, having support without pressure makes all the difference. The 100 Day Project Companion offers gentle structure, thoughtful prompts, and space to notice what’s unfolding - without needing to track every detail or stay perfectly on schedule.
