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Hey friends! I’m working hard on the next issu

Hey friends!

I’m working hard on the next issue of my magazine and I am already thrilled over how many creative contributors we have already landed for this issue! There are some really special goodies that I can’t wait to share with you!!!!

Here are some ideas that I’ve been cooking up. If any of these sound like something you (or someone you know!) could do, please let me know and I’ll share the submission link!

🌴 A craft tutorial (extra points for a beachy vibe since the next issue is Caribbean-themed) in any medium. We love learning new skills!
🌴 Recipes!
🌴 Lifestyle articles - think yoga, skincare, self care, sports, etc!
🌴 Studio tours
🌴 Tips for creatives - think business, finance, marketing, planning, creativity, etc
🌴 Shop tours
🌴 Furniture makeovers
🌴 Stories of CONNECTION... to each other, to places, to special things in our lives, to art, music… Whatever it is that you feel connected to, I want to hear about it!

There’s just under a month left to submit and I personally can’t wait to see what everyone comes up with.

‘Feelin Good’ ...like I should.😃 Now availa

‘Feelin Good’ ...like I should.😃 Now available// 36 x 36

WIP❤️ ‘twas a good day.

WIP❤️ ‘twas a good day.

‘Sunday Stroll’ was done in my group this last

‘Sunday Stroll’ was done in my group this last week. I continued my theme of wildflowers but in a smaller scale. I also tried something new by adding the turquoise wax from DIY Paint over the entire finish. Me loves!!!!❤️PS...the flowers were all done with my fingers.✌🏻

At least I’m consistent...I paint what I wear🌺🦋 ‘Saturday Splendor’ is my newest piece painted within my creative painting group. Abstract florals make my heart skip a beat! // now available

‘Belize’ 12 x 16 // white floater frame // ava

‘Belize’ 12 x 16 // white floater frame // available

This was just as much fun staging as it was painti

This was just as much fun staging as it was painting! ‘Monarch Meadow’ was a collaboration of wildflowers that would attract some monarchs!! She’s now available and I’ll have her listed as n my website tonight!! 🦋 🦋🦋

In her own words, Anissa Perry is a woman who can’t be tamed.

I recently finished chatting with Anissa for the latest episode and oh my STARS it’s a good one! ( Matt made me leave in the bloopers 😂😂)

Anissa is the artist and instructor behind @nissandthat and founder of @bubblegumyumprints , an artisan decoupage print company. In addition to being Super Mom to her four boys, Anissa Perry is equally fierce and fearless with her vibrant, bold, and colorful artwork. Her passion and poise are evident in each brush stroke.

Anissa debuted her latest print, Bottoms Up, in Issue 03 of The Turquoise Iris Journal!

Listen to this week’s episode to hear a chat between me and my wonderful friend Anissa.

I have to give a ton of credit to DIY Paint’s wa

I have to give a ton of credit to DIY Paint’s wax for enhancing these colors! ‘Antoinette’ will ALWAYS be a favorite!! Which color do you love the most?

I’ll be adding more ( including something very s

I’ll be adding more ( including something very special ) to this piece, ‘Monarch Meadow’, Wednesday at 8:30 pm CST! Hope you can join us!

Summer is almost here!!! The past few summers I h

Summer is almost here!!!

The past few summers I have committed myself to launching a new summer art series and this year is no different. This year, I’ll be celebrating all things Caribbean in honor of the fourth issue of The Turquoise Iris Journal!

This new series will focus on some of the countries around the Caribbean, including Belize, Barbados, and Costa Rica. As always, I’ll be painting on both canvas and furniture to explore this new subject.

I find myself so inspired by the colors present in the Caribbean like the rich blue ocean, the azure sky, the leafy green foliage and bright tropical flowers… But nothing awes me more than those Caribbean sunsets!

I honestly can’t wait to fill my palette with vibrant colors and spend the next few months painting beautiful things. I hope you’ll follow along with this series and let me know your favorites!

I had a friend / follower surprise me and sent the

I had a friend / follower surprise me and sent these wide leg velvet like turquoise pants to me!!! She hand made them, too. What a sweet gift!! I adore them so much!! Thank you, my friend!

I said, “Hey, Matt”, to get him to look.☺️

I said, “Hey, Matt”, to get him to look.☺️I had to snap this sweet photo of him and Abbie before they went out to do yard work and mow the lawn. He was editing my upcoming podcast with Anissa of Niss & That. I’m so grateful to have help, well, and he’s really cute help.😍🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

I’ll be back tonight on #PAINTTALK LIVE for mor

I’ll be back tonight on #PAINTTALK LIVE for more flowers. I’m thinking Queen Anne’s Lace and Indian Paint Brush flowers are next! Join me tonight while we continue to work on “Monarch Meadow”.

It’s FEARLESS FRIDAY! One of the most important

It’s FEARLESS FRIDAY!
One of the most important things I do as a creative coach is helping artists move out of their comfort zone and into the *growth* zone. Like a momma bird pushing them out of the nest, I encourage all my creative friends to take a leap of faith and try one scary thing…
Like going live.

Once they take that leap of faith they learn something huge: going live makes a BIG difference in reaching more people who want to see your message.

If you’re not feeling confident in your tech skills, ability to speak on camera, or even what to do once you push that big “go live” button, then please go check out the training I did with my friends April Kolanchick and Anna Marie!

Please let me know if you need more details!
If you’re an old pro at live video, do you have any tips for beginners?

I am so proud of the work that goes into each issu

I am so proud of the work that goes into each issue of the Journal! My goal is to get this journal in front of as many creatives as possible because I want to make sure that all our awesome contributors get the recognition they deserve!

One of the questions that I get a lot about the Journal is why we choose to publish digitally instead of making a print version. I can see why people would wonder this, especially since I talk so much about want to share the Journal far and wide!

The Journal is digital because I wanted it to be interactive. I wanted to encourage people to do more than just read the articles; I want them to visit social media pages and watch videos and take a tour through someone’s actual store. The experience of this Journal is about more than just some beautiful words and stunning photos, it’s about creating a real sense of connection and community between all the incredible people who read and work on the magazine.

Learn more about our mission and why we launched #IrisJournal in our latest blog post!
@theturquoiseirisjournal

Here’s a snippet of my Paint Talks podcast chat

Here’s a snippet of my Paint Talks podcast chat with Kimberly of @rubbishrestyled She talks about why she came all the way to Oklahoma to my workshop.❤️

I’m writing up a little recap of our paint works

I’m writing up a little recap of our paint workshop in the chapel last weekend and sending it out in Sunday’s email. I have needed a few days to gather my thoughts and find the rights words to describe such a powerful event. These ladies ( and gentleman ) are changing my life by showing me how to be a better wife, mom, daughter, friend and mentor. Their stories are dear to me.

**photo by @grannas_vintage_nest

Continuing my latest series, I’ve added one more

Continuing my latest series, I’ve added one more to my website today. This one is ‘The Perfect Day’ and it’s as big as I am!

I may be a little obsessed with these green and blues I’m working on during this art series. Thank you for all of the kind words.

I’ll post close ups in my stories, too!

Dancing with your mom in a crowd of people is sure

Dancing with your mom in a crowd of people is surely food for the soul!😍

‘Bloom Like a Rose’ is the piece I painted yes

‘Bloom Like a Rose’ is the piece I painted yesterday at my paint workshop! We drew names and gave this piece to the beautiful and deserving Carolyn Muncy! I hope you continue to bloom, Carolyn Muncy.😘😘

Team Turquoise is ready to host a fun paint worksh

Team Turquoise is ready to host a fun paint workshop today!! I’m so lucky to have such a wonderful support system with a love for community. We can’t wait to see you!! @eleveneclectic

🤩 I’ll make this one short and sweet because

🤩 I’ll make this one short and sweet because I am too excited to hold it in: The Turquoise Iris Journal is officially out and available for you to view!

There is so much I could say about this issue but it’s really the kind of thing you have to see for yourself, so head on over to your email for instructions on how to access the latest issue!

My 'letter to my community' & Heart Talk on page 03 will explain why we chose this focus word.

If you haven’t subscribed yet, don’t worry! You’ll still be able to access the current issue until July 1st. https://www.theturquoiseirisjournal.com/

See that gorgeous handmade woven piece above my pa

See that gorgeous handmade woven piece above my painted cabinet?? It’s new and from a great little shop called @shoprosecity937 in Ohio! It’s exactly what I was looking for with the texture and round shape!👏🏻❤️💙

Hey #IrisJournal friends! This is for all the new

Hey #IrisJournal friends!

This is for all the new subscribers! Here’s your reminder to check your email tomorrow for instructions on how to access the latest issue of The Turquoise Iris Journal for details on accessing the journal portal!

There are so fabulous tutorials in this one so remember to use the #IrisJournal hashtag so we can see any of your Journal-inspired pieces because we may feature them on the website.

I can’t wait for you to see this one, Team!!!

That was AMAZING!!! I just got off a live with the

That was AMAZING!!! I just got off a live with the incredible Ildiko Horvath of Restored4u where we revealed the cover of our third issue for the first time. If you missed the live, the replay will be available soon and you won’t want to miss it!

Our biggest and best issue yet will be out this Friday!

If you want to see 100+ interactive pages filled with powerful stories, stunning photos, and detailed tutorials then you know what to do!

Come be a part of the The Turquoise Iris Journal community today 💚 The Turquoise Iris Journal

What did you think you’d NEVER do but turned out

What did you think you’d NEVER do but turned out to be amazing?!?

Here’s just one of the many things I NEVER even imagined I could do! Host a workshop....paint in front of people....☺️☺️☺️

I did it and will NEVER stop.

That was AMAZING!!! I just got off a live with the

That was AMAZING!!! I just got off a live with the incredible Ildiko Horvath of Restored4u where we revealed the cover of our third issue for the first time. If you missed the live, the replay will be available soon and you won’t want to miss it!

Our biggest and best issue yet will be out this Friday!

If you want to see 100+ interactive pages filled with powerful stories, stunning photos, and detailed tutorials then you know what to do!

Come be a part of the The Turquoise Iris Journal community today 💚 @theturquoiseirisjournal

‘The Great Escape’ 36” x 36” /// now avail

‘The Great Escape’ 36” x 36” /// now available! /// Short story… When Matt and I got married, we went to Jamaica and he wanted to snorkel so badly. He had been scuba diving multiple times and he loved it so much. He just knew I would, as well. Nope, nope, nope! End of story. Nope.

We are going to work in the flower beds this morn

We are going to work in the flower beds this morning and then go watch some high school baseball today! Happy Saturday, my friends!🦋

‘I Can Only Imagine’ 48” x 36” Do you see

‘I Can Only Imagine’ 48” x 36” Do you see a waterfall, Texas blue bonnets or ??

‘I Can Only Imagine’ 48” x 36” // I could

‘I Can Only Imagine’ 48” x 36” // I could get lost in that sunrise.

The Black Eyed Peas are jamming through my JBL spe

The Black Eyed Peas are jamming through my JBL speaker, I’m sporting my “stay close to those that feel like sunshine” tee and there’s a sunrise being laid down on this canvas! 🌅 Plus, I just finished being interviewed by Danielle Kaminski of @danielleskaminski and the @makerschatpodcast! We had fun!!🤩

It’s a good day to have a good day!!❤️❤️

‘Tequila Sunrise’ now available!! ( Includes a

‘Tequila Sunrise’ now available!! ( Includes a mirror not photographed )

After looooots of requests, we’re announcing the

After looooots of requests, we’re announcing the next issue early!

Save the date: Issue 04 of The Turquoise Iris Journal will be hitting the digital shores on Friday, July 16th!

Inspired by the pre-internet age of postcards and the beautiful island of Barbados, Issue 04 focuses on the theme of CONNECTION.

Here’s what we look for...
🌺 Video tours of studios, galleries, brick and mortar stores, and more!
🌺 Art and DIY tutorials… the more outside the box, the better!
🌺 Lifestyle tips! We’d love to feature yoga instructors, life coaches, chefs, bakers, stylists... If you know something that might help a group of creatives then we’d love to feature you!
🌺 Stories of connection. Who, where, and what have you felt a connection with? How has that made your life better?
🌺 Whatever you want to submit!

We’re taking submissions now! Let me know if you want the deets 😉

Good morning and Happy Easter, Friends! I want to

Good morning and Happy Easter, Friends! I want to tell you something today. I want you to know that WE see YOU.

To the mom or dad out there that’s working all day, everyday so they can create or paint after the kids go to bed, we see you. We see that you have goals, hopes and dreams! We see that you want to try your hand at building an art career. We see that you are so stinking tired when you crawl into bed each night. We see the mental struggle of “is this ever going to work” or “am I the only one failing?”

We want you to know we see your risks, big and small. You’re taking tiny steps forward and then one step back. Yep, we see that too and please know. we. GET. YOU!

We see you imagining your dream studio, an endless supply of art tools, sales sales and more sales. We see you and believe in you.

Your hopes, dreams and goals are worth it. So, if you feel lonely today, if you feel like no one sees you. We all want to simply say, you’re not alone. We’ve been there and so many are there in that same space as you right now.

I’ll be the first to say it, “I see you and you’re not alone.”

This post has absolutely nothing to do with painti

This post has absolutely nothing to do with painting or business or anything regarding The Turquoise Iris BUT, these three in the photo with me are helping daily to make my dreams come true!!!

They motivate and inspire me by how hard they work AND play at this life thing.

Can we please all take a minute to acknowledge #MoreMatt and those dimples???!!!

Hello, creative one. Have you signed up for my fre

Hello, creative one. Have you signed up for my free webinar yet?

Fearless Facebook Lives features 3 different creative business owners who have become experts in using live video to increase their impact (including yours truly😉) .

I know pushing that little button feels big and scary, but?

It doesn’t have to.

You have something that people *want* to know about, they just don’t know you yet!

We can change that.

Learn how to use live video to grow your art practice, increase your visibility, and make all that work translate into! We’ll also break down the tech behind live video, and make that big scary thing WAY less scary.

BE FEARLESS!
Let me know if you're interested!! Raise your hand! 🖐

Are we thinking Tequila Sunrise??

Are we thinking Tequila Sunrise??

‘The Heart Knows’ 60” x 48” // now availab

‘The Heart Knows’ 60” x 48” // now available //

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