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Mixed Media Menagerie Challenge – March 2021

Bright, bold, spring flower power! This is what happens when you combine fluorescent, a flower…

0 By nicole|Apr 10, 2021

Creative Jump Start 2020!

Almost a year ago my little family’s life changed when my husband lost his job.…

0 By nicole|Dec 2, 2019

I’m Your Biggest Fan – N*Studio Creative Squad – October 2019

So excited for my first tutorial for Nat’s Creative Squad! Hop over to Nathalie’s blog…

0 By nicole|Oct 14, 2019

I’m teaching! Gratitude Junk Journal 2019

I was so thrilled when Tiare Smith asked me to be one of the teachers…

0 By nicole|Oct 1, 2019

Nat’s Creative Squad

I’m so excited to announce that I am one of the two new members in…

0 By nicole|Sep 11, 2019

Our Favorites YouTube Hop: Art Journaling Edition

I’m so excited to be part of the second Out Favorites YouTube hop! Once again,…

0 By nicole|Aug 19, 2019

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Meet Nicole

I am a mixed media artist and photographer living in the Austin, Texas, area. After returning to school and finishing my degree in 2017 at Iowa State University, I created this website and began my YouTube channel. Creating has always been a part of me, and now I am excited to begin this new adventure sharing my art to the world. Check the about me tab to see my resume and portfolio. I'd love to connect with you! Drop me a comment on one of my blog posts or check out what I'm up to as I share glimpses from my studio and projects on Instagram.

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It's day 24 of #100daysofstencilgirl for #the100da

It's day 24 of #100daysofstencilgirl for #the100dayproject and I'm up today flashing back to one of last year's ledger project
#100daystofillaledger. Another one of my favorite stencils that combines my love of numbers + nature things. Process videos for all the ledger pages are up on my YouTube channel, too!

Make sure you're following @stencilgirl_products for all
the inspiration + stencils to add to your wishlist! :)

#nicolewatsonart #stencilgirl #stencilgirlproducts
#markmaking #collage #collagebook #collagemarks
#youtubeartist #artjournaling #artjournal
#createeveryday #doitfortheprocess #COTFA
#austinartist #junkjournal #artjournaling #creativeplay
#vintange #grungyjournals #grungyjournalpage
#stainedpages #letsmakeart #letsmakemarks
#oldledger #vintageledger #artjournalledger
#ledgerbookart #ledgerbook

Phew, I **really** need to read my own message tod

Phew, I **really** need to read my own message today, a couple weeks after creating these journal pages for the @stencilgirl_products blog. Hop over to my YouTube channel to watch the tutorial, and grab the link in the description box to the blog post where I share about my process creating these pages. Hint, not everything went as planned, but I love the discoveries I made!

#nicolewatsonart #stencilgirl #stencilgirlproducts #artjournal #artjournaling #create #youtubeartist #artjournaling #artjournal #createeveryday #doitfortheprocess #COTFA #markmaking #austinartist #creativeplay #atxartist #handmade #goldensoflat #stencilgirlcreativeteam #createtheworldyouwant #stenciling

“How lucky am I to have something that makes say

“How lucky am I to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.”
A. A. Milne / Winnie the Pooh

We said goodbye to our sweet buddy a week ago, March 6.
I’ve put off writing this post, because something about it makes it even more real, and I just have not been ready to type the words. So many things to say, but also nothing at the same time.

Grayson Whiskers entered our lives July of 2004….almost 19 years ago. He was the best buddy. Our house and hearts feel empty; he is so very much missed. #graysonwhiskers

My art is up on day 16 of #100daysofstencilgirl f

My art is up on day 16 of
#100daysofstencilgirl for #the100dayproject and I'm
flashing back to one of my #30minutethursdayart pages. I love this @raemissigman stencil a lot! (Make sure you add it to your list, it has a mask, too!) I have a process video for this page up on my YouTube channel, look for the 30 Minute Thursday playlist.

Make sure you're following @stencilgirl_products for all
the inspiration + stencils to add to your wishlist! :)

#nicolewatsonart #stencilgirl #stencilgirlproducts
#markmaking #collage #collagebook #collagemarks
#youtubeartist #artjournaling #artjournal
#createeveryday #doitfortheprocess #COTFA
#austinartist #junkjournal #artjournaling #creativeplay
#vintange #grungyjournals #grungyjournalpage
#stainedpages #letsmakeart #letsmakemarks
#oldledger #vintageledger #artjournalledger
#ledgerbookart #ledgerbook

My art is up on day 9 of #100daysofstencilgirl for

My art is up on day 9 of #100daysofstencilgirl for #the100dayproject and I'm flashing back to another one of year's ledger project
#100daystofillaledger. Aren't these stencils dreamy with the cobalt teal + turquoise + payne's gray? Process videos for all the ledger pages are up on my YouTube channel, too!

Make sure you're following @stencilgirl_products for all
the inspiration + stencils to add to your wishlist! :)

#nicolewatsonart #stencilgirl #stencilgirlproducts
#markmaking #collage #collagebook #collagemarks
#youtubeartist #artjournaling #artjournal
#createeveryday #doitfortheprocess #COTFA
#austinartist #junkjournal #artjournaling #creativeplay
#vintange #grungyjournals #grungyjournalpage
#stainedpages #letsmakeart #letsmakemarks
#oldledger #vintageledger #artjournalledger
#ledgerbookart #ledgerbook

My art is up on day 6 of #100daysofstencilgirl for

My art is up on day 6 of #100daysofstencilgirl for #the100dayproject and I'm flashing back to last year's ledger project again #100daystofillaledger with probably my favorite page of all 200. (I filled 2 ledgers!) Process videos for all the ledger pages are up on my YouTube channel, too!

Make sure you're following @stencilgirl_products for all the inspiration + stencils to add to your wishlist! :)

#nicolewatsonart #stencilgirl #stencilgirlproducts
#markmaking #collage #collagebook #collagemarks #youtubeartist #artjournaling #artjournal #createeveryday #doitfortheprocess #COTFA #austinartist #junkjournal #artjournaling #creativeplay #vintange #grungyjournals #grungyjournalpage #stainedpages #letsmakeart #letsmakemarks #oldledger #vintageledger #artjournalledger #ledgerbookart #ledgerbook

I am so excited to share that I have a third class

I am so excited to share that I have a third class up on @creativefabrica!

You are probably thinking, "What? It's way too early to start thinking about the holiday season, Nicole!" True, but time goes so quickly!

I made a few of these tree cards last year and just knew they'd make the perfect class. Not only are they fun, but they are also super easy to create. Your friends and family will be amazed to receive them in the mail. OR, start now to make bundles of them for gifts!

Class is linked in my bio - check it out. You can watch a class preview channel on the Creative Fabric site, and I have a small preview video up on YouTube as well. (link in bio)

CF is a HUGE resource for all things creative, from from graphics to classes, and more. There are several different subscription levels to join the website for access to the resources.

I have a few more classes in the works - and I'll let you know when they drop!

#nicolewatsonart #creativefabrica #creativefabricaclass #creativefabricaclasses #christmascard #handmadecard #handmadechristmascard

Since a few have asked me....I made the difficult

Since a few have asked me....I made the difficult decision yesterday not to participate with my own project for #the100dayproject this year. I needed to remove the *pressure* of 100 days, and our old man cat #graysonwhiskers (#oldmangrayson) has had a very rough few days. Apparently I'm his person, so I'm spending extra time holding him when I'm not in my studio. I'm actually excited to create without that pressure, work on other projects, and be open to new opportunities... and cannot wait to see what comes out of my studio.

I know I will have major FOMO, but I will be supporting @stencilgirl_products in their effort! Each day they are posting artwork from a designer or creative team member and YOU are also invited to post your art with the #100daysofstencilgirl hashtag, using at least one of their awesome stencils ...and you just might have your art shared in their stories! Watch their stories for beautiful work everyday, and their feed for the featured artwork!

My art is up for today, day three! These are ledger pages I created last year in my #100dayproject. If you want to see them all, check out #100daystofillaledger. I even have process videos up on YouTube. It's so fun to open the ledger and revisit these pages.

So, for my 100 days this year....I'm creating **without the pressure of 100 days**, spending the extra time checking things off my to-do list, working on a lot of admin things behind the scenes, playing in my garden, taking day trips, and cuddling our 18.5 year old cat who has never been a lap cat before. aka, life!

#nicolewatsonart #stencilgirl #stencilgirlproducts

#30minutethursdayart This was a case of truly prac

#30minutethursdayart It's time to get back to this

#30minutethursdayart
It's time to get back to this practice - but oh how it was a struggle!
I grabbed a bunch of papers on my desk and just played. Scraps from my
recent @stencilgirl_products blog post and from several @a.houseofbooks boxes.

Drawing with a glass dip pen, topped with a photo collage.

Video of the process up on my YouTube channel (link in bio)

#nicolewatsonart #ahouseofbooks #vintageephemera #vintageephemerasubscription #ahouseofbooksambassador #markmaking
#artjournal #artjournaling #create #youtubeartist #artjournaling #artjournal #createeveryday #doitfortheprocess #COTFA #markmaking #austinartist #creativeplay #atxartist #austinartist #stencilgirl #stencilgirlproducts

*giveaway closed* CONGRATS to @vintageupcycle62!!

I was so excited to unpack these watercolors that

I was so excited to unpack these watercolors that @grabieofficial sent me and head to a local coffee shop, but life got busy and then the big, crazy ice storm hit the Austin, Texas area, and well… that idea is going to have to wait!  However, with the magic paintbrush, I brought the coffee shop to my studio and swatched these new watercolors. Now that they are all packed up into the fun bag that has *everything* you need to sketch and watercolor while drinking coffee, I’m going to put them in my car so I always have something to play with when I find myself at a local coffee shop.  Grab some for YOU to keep in your car! Get 15% off with code: NICO15 direct link to travel watercolors: https://bit.ly/3FXoXWK  I can’t guarantee that if you wave the brush, coffee will appear, but I *can* guarantee you’ll enjoy creating on the go with these! 
Now, where’s that brush… I need a refill!
 #nicolewatsonart #letsgrabie #watercolor #unboxing #swatching #watercolorswatches #watercolorswatching #travelwatercolor #travelwatercolorkit #grabie #coffeeandart #swatch #watercolorpainting #watercolorart #watercolorswatch

The other half of the photo from my previous tag/r

The other half of the photo from my previous tag/reel was sitting on my desk just begging me to make another tag with it! This is the left side I cut off!

Lots of little @a.houseofbooks & project leftover paper bits from my leftovers bin + washi from @lauramixedmedia that was perfect for the plant drawing the girl in the photo could spray with her hose 🤣

#nicolewatsonart #stencilgirlproducts #ahouseofbooks #tag #artreel #vintage #ephemera #collage #vintageephemera #create #tag #tagart #vintage #walnutink #paynesgrey #paynesgray #stencilgirl #ahouseofbooksambassador #timholtz #gesso #quickart #createeveryday #art #atxartist

Congrats @zan.journal @haven_made_2020 @sannicreat

Congrats @zan.journal @haven_made_2020 @sannicreates @julieforestart for winning! DM me your address!

**giveaway closed* @a.houseofbooks sent the creative ambassadors these vintage reproduction stickers of calling cards that they make in house! And, I have way more than I can possibly use and would love to share some!!

I made this quick tag because I just needed to create something tonight! I grabbed papers, a photo, card and more from my @a.houseofbooks sub kit and papers I stenciled with extra paint when creating my last @stencilgirl_products blog post.

And, of course my favorite Payne’s gray and walnut ink.

TO WIN
➡️ Comment below with your favorite color combo

➡️ share my reel and tag me for an extra chance!

I’ll pick a couple winners Wednesday(ish).

And, check out all the other stickers! Use the link in my bio for 5% off your order!!

#nicolewatsonart #stencilgirlproducts #ahouseofbooks #tag #artreel #vintage #ephemera #collage #vintageephemera #create #tag #tagart #vintage #walnutink #paynesgrey #paynesgray #callingcard #stencilgirl #ahouseofbooksambassador #timholtz #gesso #flinch #quickart #createeveryday #art #atxartist

2022 was my first ever advent calendar - which jus

2022 was my first ever advent calendar - which just happened to be inkvent! Every day I opened a door, swatched the ink and made marks. Here’s a wrap-up of the mark-making sheets I created!

All supplies are linked (in bio) in my amazon store & book pages from @a.houseofbooks (link in bio for discount!)

Check my reels for each day’s door opening!

#nicolewatsonart #inkvent #inkventcalendar #inkvent2022 #penchalet #diamine #diamineink #diamineinkventcalendar #markmaking #collagepaper #ahouseofbooks #artreal #inspiration #makmarks #collage #dippen

As you saw recently, I love creating on old book &

As you saw recently, I love creating on old book & ledger pages! I use them for palettes, to make collage papers, and as backgrounds in my artwork. One place I get them from is @a.houseofbooks

Each month, this amazing large packages of ephemera arrives in my PO Box. Check out what was in my January box on my YouTube channel (link in bio). A House of Books has amazing a la carte items as well, and you can use "nicolewatsonart" for 5% off, or click the link in my bio.

#nicolewatsonart #ahouseofbooks #vintageephemera #vintageephemerasubscription #ahouseofbooksambassador

I couldn’t resist this song, but honestly, these

I couldn’t resist this song, but honestly, these are so easy to create! Check out my latest YouTube video and blog post for @stencilgirl_products (link in bio!) to see just how FUN and easy these are! Jump start your creativity this month with me as you learn some of my not so secret anymore techniques. 🤣

#nicolewatsonart #stencilgirl #stencilgirlproducts #artjournal #artjournaling #create #youtubeartist #artjournaling #artjournal #createeveryday #doitfortheprocess #COTFA #markmaking #austinartist #creativeplay #atxartist #handmade #goldensoflat #stencilgirlcreativeteam #createtheworldyouwant #stenciling #collagepapers #backgroundpapers #backgroundpages #walnutink #Paynesgray #collagematerial #creativeplay #ahouseofbooks

After crazy, busy seasons and holiday time off, I

After crazy, busy seasons and holiday time off, I often struggle with jumping back into creating. Are you feeling this way, too? Today I'm sharing how I wake up my creativity on the @stencilgirl_products blog. Hop over to my YouTube channel to watch the tutorial, and grab the link in the description box to the blog post where I share about my process creating on these book pages from @a.houseofbooks.

#nicolewatsonart #stencilgirl #stencilgirlproducts #artjournal #artjournaling #create #youtubeartist #artjournaling #artjournal #createeveryday #doitfortheprocess #COTFA #markmaking #austinartist #creativeplay #atxartist #handmade #goldensoflat #stencilgirlcreativeteam #createtheworldyouwant #stenciling #collagepapers #backgroundpapers #backgroundpages #walnutink #Paynesgray #collagematerial #creativeplay #ahouseofbooks

Hey Friends! Just a little FYI...my latest class,

Hey Friends! Just a little FYI...my latest class, Exploring Stencils in Art Journaling, on @creativefabrica is currently FREE to enroll! Simply enroll before January 27 to take advantage. You can take the class anytime you have some extra time to create or need some new inspiration. Link to the class is in my bio! Hope to see a bunch of you in the classroom!

#nicolewatsonart #creativefabrica #creativefabricaclass #creativefabricaclasses #stencilgirl #stencilgirlproducts #istencilsonline #istencils #dinawakleymedia #freeartclass #ahouseofbooks

Grungy pages with stamping, stenciling, watery-lay

Grungy pages with stamping, stenciling, watery-layers, flippy tip-ins, poetry, story telling, old handwriting, ephemera, typefaces & fonts, acrylic spray paint, matte paint, water-soluble pencils, and lots of layers.... just a few of my favorite art journaling elements. AND...they are all part of this lesson now on my YouTube channel (link in bio!) Find out why I'm grateful for butterflies, and hopefully you'll be inspired to create your own grungy pages.

If you are inspired to create from my lesson, tag me here on instagram! I'd love to see what you created!

#nicolewatsonart #junkjournal #artclass #artjournalingclass #create #bethankful
#artfoamies #istencils #sharewithgolden #goldensoflat #butterflygratitude #poetry #artpoetry #ephemera #ledgerpages #tipin #grungyjournalpage #butterflies #stencil #shawnpetitestencil #shawnpetitestencils #istencilsonline

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