Art Vlog: Finding Creative Flow, Gelli Plate Printing, and a New Easel!

Тәжірибелік нұсқаулар және стиль

Welcome back to my channel! It's been a while since my last video, and that's partly because I have been busy renovating my new art studio and partly because I got caught up in wanting everything to be perfect. A surefire way to kill your creativity! But thankfully, I've learned my lesson, and I'm ready to get back into a healthy creative flow.
Join me as I settle into this new space, explore gelli plate printing, and set up a new easel to work on. I'll also be sharing my journey of using this change in my studio as a catalyst for a positive transformation in my self-care habits.
So grab a cup of tea, get cosy, and let's embrace imperfection and invite creativity in!
Supplies Mentioned
Mabef Easel: geni.us/w9m2T
Gelli Plate: geni.us/QyfeM
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  • @JenniferSmith-qv3yr
    @JenniferSmith-qv3yr10 ай бұрын

    Self care is completely foreign to me. I really appreciate seeing how you do it. It gives me ideas on how to take better care of myself. Thank you.

  • @My_Secret_ArtSketchbook

    @My_Secret_ArtSketchbook

    3 ай бұрын

    There are many cures for health problems including fibromyalgia n diebetes. My mum cured her hepatitus by coconut water

  • @patriciacarroll730
    @patriciacarroll73010 ай бұрын

    Laura, I find your new space and willingness to be real so absolutely intriguing. Your process of what I call "living an artful life" is so beautifully revealed. I am super happy to have found you as a mentor! Thank you, Patricia

  • @annagray4208
    @annagray420810 ай бұрын

    Great video. Always good to be reminded to self care and enjoy our space. Without the pressure to always produce and paint.

  • @jademail77
    @jademail779 ай бұрын

    I love your advice of just starting with something simple to get going😍 Very helpful!!

  • @willywonka1854
    @willywonka185410 ай бұрын

    dont move the sink!!!!! Iam so grateful for my sink in my studio...it really makes a difference.love this video!

  • @katemorganart5876
    @katemorganart587610 ай бұрын

    I love how you often mention self care in your art practice. I think for many of us it goes out the window with this drive to produce more. I love your tips in that area and it helps me to be mindful too. It’s a struggle;) Love the studio!

  • @LauraHornArt

    @LauraHornArt

    10 ай бұрын

    It's an ongoing process for me. It's quite easy to slip back into the mindset of being "busy". This new studio has a really relaxing vibe. I feel like the previous owner was big on self care and it's embedded into the environment. My perspective feels different here and I really love it.

  • @My_Secret_ArtSketchbook

    @My_Secret_ArtSketchbook

    9 ай бұрын

    Very IMPORTANT. I hope people try something, start something that will benefit their mental health.

  • @azzuparis
    @azzuparis10 ай бұрын

    The gelli plate prints are gorgeous!! This video was so relaxing! I love the new art studio, it’s so cosy and full of beautiful objects. Thanks for sharing this and I’m glad you are feeling better ❤

  • @bethmiller4266
    @bethmiller426610 ай бұрын

    What a wonderful “talk” you shared with us. This was a breath of fresh air, Laura. You are gonna love, love, love the gelli plate. It’s versatile beyond words. Love your videos and that easel is the bomb!

  • @susierisk6179
    @susierisk617910 ай бұрын

    A wonderful cozy art studio. Love the pops of red in your decorations and gelli prints. It has to be amazing to be able to go outside and pick plants to use in your botanical prints. Thank you for sharing your lovely space and art!

  • @leeannduraan7658
    @leeannduraan765810 ай бұрын

    Can't wait to see how you incorporate your gelli prints with your water colours!!. So exciting!!🎉

  • @LauraHornArt

    @LauraHornArt

    10 ай бұрын

    Me too. I am excited to try layering them with other supplies and adding details on top. Such a great process to use as a starting point.

  • @G.G.8GG
    @G.G.8GG10 ай бұрын

    What a wonderful, full of light space! And with nature right at hand it seems perfect. I love your botanical prints and colors!

  • @CyndiDuncanArts
    @CyndiDuncanArts10 ай бұрын

    Admin consumes my life. I find I do best when I have dedicated art days. I did try doing art in the morning and admin in the afternoon, but I found myself getting in too late to do art! I have a mixed business: art, youtube, and vintage. The vintage business consumes most of my time.

  • @cilene2805
    @cilene280510 ай бұрын

    You are always very inspiring to me. Thank you. Your studio is really lovely.

  • @talkeducation5118
    @talkeducation511810 ай бұрын

    This was a very informative and inspiring video! And I really enjoyed seeing your garden, prepping lunch and talking through your ideas. Thank you!

  • @h.m.j9507
    @h.m.j95078 ай бұрын

    Thank you for these inspiring episodes ❤️

  • @lisaburda5490
    @lisaburda549010 ай бұрын

    Thanks for sharing, what a beautiful space you have now!! I love making those handmade books too! ❤

  • @BB-nz5sk
    @BB-nz5sk10 ай бұрын

    Laura Horn AND gelli plate printing?!?!? Happy dance!!! ❤❤❤

  • @alicecollins8241
    @alicecollins824110 ай бұрын

    Beautiful work, I've been inspired to redo my craft room, ordered a new table and another rolling trolly to remodel. Enjoyed your studio tour So much. I stopped in the middle of the melting pot class to do this remodel, I hoping I'll have a better space soon and finish the class. Thank you so much for sharing

  • @shannonhergott
    @shannonhergott10 ай бұрын

    I’m happy to see you back! I missed your videos - your new space is lovely!! :)

  • @teaganrath255
    @teaganrath2559 ай бұрын

    What an exciting direction you and your practice are taking, Laura! :) Thanks for sharing. xx

  • @marthajacobo3519
    @marthajacobo351910 ай бұрын

    I have watched a few of your videos and find them full of interesting things, that I may not have known .... being a newbie. congrats on your new beautiful studio.

  • @georgettevanvelzen4624
    @georgettevanvelzen46249 ай бұрын

    Wow, what a wonderful gorgeous new space! Looking forward to all that you are going to do there. Love your self care influence; in general self care should be more common instead of feeling sort of guilty sometimes about it.

  • @ChantelleArts
    @ChantelleArts10 ай бұрын

    all of those prints must have been so fun to create, they are so pretty and colourful ❤

  • @micheleleech8128
    @micheleleech812810 ай бұрын

    This is great advice which I intend to follow. I have been through difficult times lately looking after my ageing mother and have stopped doing art for a while until I sorted things out for her. Now I feel ready to start again, and a jelly plate seems to be a good idea to start with as I intend to do collage work. Like yourself, I must take the time to also look after myself. Thank you for sharing.

  • @DottyDelightful
    @DottyDelightful10 ай бұрын

    That cabinet is gorgeous, what a blessing your studio cottage is, living the dream Laura, I love it

  • @amytrowbridge2173
    @amytrowbridge217310 ай бұрын

    I love the self-care aspect. Between work and life, I struggle with jumping in. The struggle is real. Oh- by the way, I love that new easel.

  • @jasminetyral4660
    @jasminetyral466010 ай бұрын

    I love how you share Laura. I need to stop for perfection as it just prevents you from doing and progressing.

  • @user-zj1uy3nm7z
    @user-zj1uy3nm7z10 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for these posts. I love to see and hear all you are doing - your process- in making art, of being an artist. You are an inspiration!

  • @journalforjoy1726
    @journalforjoy172610 ай бұрын

    I love your new art space, the big windows bringing in so much light and that lovely garden. Nothing tastes better than fresh organic produce straight from the ground! That’s a great easel, I think if you can work comfortably on that and be able to keep the sink space it could be perfect (personally speaking because I like everything at hand in one space, if I have to go anywhere else to do something like washing brushes etc, it interrupts the flow and I get distracted). When you said about before, getting up, not eating or drinking and getting stuck into your work at home before realising you are thirsty and hungry, I do this too. It’s weird when we work from home and have it all there but we don’t think, it’s not until you think about actually going out to work that you remember to eat and take a lunch and a drink because you don’t have it on hand, so why do we not do that when we have the convenience of working from home? I think most of us tend to do this. So I think that now you have a designated studio separate from the house it’s working better for you for self care. It looks and sounds so idyllic and I’m so happy for you. Also, most everything you said I can actually relate to, so thank you for this video. I wish you joy and fun in your new creative space.

  • @layalialsudairy9992
    @layalialsudairy999210 ай бұрын

    Such a Beautiful sunny studio. I love it. And I love your self care tips. I think that’s the most important thing now a days. And I always appreciate how you take care of all your plants.

  • @MsMoniqueWilson
    @MsMoniqueWilson10 ай бұрын

    Great to see you all settled in your new space. And great to hear the excitement in your voice. Looking forward to seeing where it takes you.

  • @margaretpinsent6388
    @margaretpinsent63889 ай бұрын

    Oooh I love gelli printing! Your art is gorgeous, thank you . I use my gelli prints in journals, so ill look for your video on using gelli prints...

  • @piamorgaine901
    @piamorgaine90110 ай бұрын

    Bravo, Laura! Good on you, honey for your burst of new exploration with various tools, colors, etc. I love your gel prints and oh how fun to be able to right out into your beautiful garden for botanicals. As I write this, I'm both watching you as well listening to the choice of words of your music. Isn't it remarkable all the inner insights, growth, and all-round transformations that can take place by moving into an environment that's so inspiring? I love all your new ideas and your sense of bringing freshness into your art and life. And thanks especially for sharing yourself. I know you're bringing lovely, life-affirming inspiration to so many of us. I look forward to being a part of all that you look forward to sharing with us! ♥🌟♥

  • @susanjensen9735
    @susanjensen973510 ай бұрын

    Just subscribed to your KZread channel and loved your video…thank you for sharing your BEAUTIFUL new space it looks heavenly, and thank you for your inspiration and beautiful work. Look forward to seeing a lot more of you 😊

  • @juliebishop6898
    @juliebishop68989 ай бұрын

    Nice to see you settling in😊

  • @andreatorraca8755
    @andreatorraca875510 ай бұрын

    Oh big work woul be amazing with your style…………wow

  • @cristinaserena7914
    @cristinaserena791410 ай бұрын

    Thank you Laura for sharing, your cottage art studio is such a wonderful place to work I love it! ❤❤❤

  • @dinashufaniya3921
    @dinashufaniya392110 ай бұрын

    Laura you are an amazing artist, and such a beautiful person. your creations are full of life with all its "moods"....they are interesting decorative yet deep, humourous or sad. Thank U for your art, and for your sharing your thoughts, your experience and your good heart. ❤

  • @fionagrimshaw682
    @fionagrimshaw68210 ай бұрын

    Looks heavenly.. thanks for a great video and helpful tips as always..

  • @LauraHornArt

    @LauraHornArt

    10 ай бұрын

    Thanks for tuning in Fiona!!

  • @susansieber6189
    @susansieber618910 ай бұрын

    Welcome wishes to your new space

  • @heikegutsche
    @heikegutsche10 ай бұрын

    Thank you for charing, giving me impressions and a peaceful space, where the mind can rest for a while. A very nice new workingspace, and your Gelli-prints are so beautiful 🥰 - Many greetings from Germany.

  • @umitgeerts795
    @umitgeerts79510 ай бұрын

    I like to watch you, en inspired a lot !

  • @wildpeace
    @wildpeace10 ай бұрын

    Love this video Laura. You inspire my creativity with so much of what you do including your way of incorporating self care into the process. Loving the large canvases too! Your studio looks wonderful!

  • @ellenwilliams6406
    @ellenwilliams640610 ай бұрын

    All great advice!

  • @artsyerinlife
    @artsyerinlife10 ай бұрын

    New here. Love your beautiful cottage and your mindful approach to life.

  • @beautifulbabiesbybetsy
    @beautifulbabiesbybetsy10 ай бұрын

    Loved that you mentioned the geli plate! I recently got a small one but I haven't tried it yet as I've been busy sculpting. My perfectionism causes me to keep changing around my art space until I feel relaxed. Knowing when to stop organizing and get to the art is certainly an important step. Love your new art cottage. Just beautiful and relaxing❤

  • @amandahilburn
    @amandahilburn10 ай бұрын

    This makes me want to try a gelli plate ❤

  • @julieboyle170
    @julieboyle17010 ай бұрын

    Very inspirational - thank you Laura. Your studio and gardens look amazing.

  • @glamb3930
    @glamb393010 ай бұрын

    I love the botanical prints you have created and the colours you’ve used. I never thought of using items from nature like this in my prints. I’m very inspired by your work and cannot wait to get my gelli plate out and try! Thank you ❤ xx

  • @artemisceleste
    @artemisceleste10 ай бұрын

    I love, love, love your new space.

  • @beccogiallo
    @beccogiallo10 ай бұрын

    Congratulatoins on your lovely new space, garden and all!

  • @Runnerduck60
    @Runnerduck6010 ай бұрын

    Loved this!

  • @sheilaschmid7768
    @sheilaschmid776810 ай бұрын

    Self-care...wow, your focus on this is exactly where I'm at right now in life. Thank you for showing everyone the importance of self-care, and that it CAN be incorporated in every day, right along with all the other things we love to do, and need to do. Love your new studio space, and the reminders that nothing will ever be exactly perfect, but that we can find contentment from within ourselves if we just let it be. I'm looking forward to learning new artistic adventures with you.

  • @LauraHornArt

    @LauraHornArt

    10 ай бұрын

    Thank you, focusing on self-care makes such a big difference to my daily life. Sometimes I lose my way for a bit and get pulled into a busy cycle; but then I return to slow simple things and recharge the batteries. Thanks for watching!

  • @rachelleandrichard
    @rachelleandrichard10 ай бұрын

    Hi Laura. Great content as always. Rich is amazing with his camera skills. One tip I've seen people use to help secure an easel is to place a big bag of rice or something weighty on the base. You can put a piece of wood across the base and place the bag of rice on it or drape an XL bag of rice there. I hope that makes sense xo

  • @marshamarkle7765
    @marshamarkle776510 ай бұрын

    I’m excited for your use of a gel plate and making it work with your style.

  • @miriamgillham6701
    @miriamgillham670110 ай бұрын

    This was another stella vlog Laura. I’m so happy for you and I understand the need to ‘perfect’ your space. It’s a natural way a creative thinks…So happy for you that you just decided instead to let go and get started. Yay!

  • @MotivationalMinute2024
    @MotivationalMinute202410 ай бұрын

    Fabulous ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @shelinahetherington4661
    @shelinahetherington466110 ай бұрын

    Lovely to see you looking after yourself as well as gently starting up again. Moving house is quite a thing. ❤

  • @LauraHornArt

    @LauraHornArt

    10 ай бұрын

    It has been a busy time, I definitely needed to jump into art, but also needed to practice some compassion and recognise how much work has gone into setting up this new space. I am glad I took the break from KZread - it helped me to relax and enjoy the space so much more.

  • @linafinasthlm
    @linafinasthlm10 ай бұрын

    So fun to see and thanks for sharing so much with us ❤

  • @ljjacobsen68
    @ljjacobsen6810 ай бұрын

    Oh gahhhhhh! I’ve missed you so much! This was a lovely one-sided catch up!! 😀

  • @staciemartinez
    @staciemartinez10 ай бұрын

    Hi Laura, I loved this video and really needed to hear all of your excellent wisdom and advice. And now I want to pull out my gelli plate and get to it!

  • @kathybowen7263
    @kathybowen726310 ай бұрын

    Such a beautiful space…. I love how you talk about all the positive things you are doing for yourself. I can definitely follow your lead. I’m excited to experiment with my gelli plate; I was in awe of some of the designs and the color combinations. Thank you for sharing.

  • @simpleartofhealing286
    @simpleartofhealing2869 ай бұрын

    Fun!

  • @polgara28
    @polgara2810 ай бұрын

    What a great space! I hope you truly find your artistic muse there. Gorgeous prints, love the new color stories. Thanks for sharing. 🎨

  • @LauraHornArt

    @LauraHornArt

    10 ай бұрын

    Thank you, I can feel the muse waking up again and I am loving the new colour inspiration too.

  • @LindaRichards15
    @LindaRichards1510 ай бұрын

    Beautiful space & I'm excited about your gardens! I love that you decided to keep the sink space. You definitely need a sink in your creative area. If you don't like it, maybe change the cabinet stand of the sink to something more modern or up to date. Possibly even making the sink space smaller if you run into the situation of needing more floor space or storage area. This cottage is fabulous! I cannot wait to see more! P.S. Kudos to Mr. Richie for excellent camera work, he's got great skills! 👏🤘

  • @LauraHornArt

    @LauraHornArt

    10 ай бұрын

    Thanks Linda! I'm still getting a feel for the space and I like having the sink there for now. I will wait and see how my work evolves as I a not sure how much work I will be doing on canvas v paper. We will make some upgrades to the studio in time, but for now it just delights me to have my own space with such beautiful gardens to look out on. Thanks for mentioning Richie, he did such a wonderful job with this video. I'm thrilled with how it came together.

  • @michelem4566
    @michelem456610 ай бұрын

    Thank you for the much-needed inspiration, Laura : ) And, those botanical prints you created are lovely works of art on their own! Best wishes from Montreal, Canada

  • @LauraHornArt

    @LauraHornArt

    10 ай бұрын

    Thank you. I've been refining my techniques since I filmed this video and I agree, some of them are gorgeous and you could frame them up as they are or add some extra embellishments with other mixed media supplies. Loving the creativity of the process!

  • @kellybeale1895
    @kellybeale189510 ай бұрын

    So glad to see you back and love your new space!! Can’t wait to see how you work in those beautiful deli prints you made ❤❤❤

  • @LauraHornArt

    @LauraHornArt

    10 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much!! I've been making even more since I filmed this video. So much fun!

  • @kellybeale1895

    @kellybeale1895

    10 ай бұрын

    Anyway to put a thanks button on your channel? Or to your videos?

  • @unscribble7975
    @unscribble797510 ай бұрын

    Your studio is beautiful!!! I recently watched a tutorial on Gelli plates and was influenced to fill my Amazon cart:) Would you consider building a course around Gelli art and book making? I'd be one of the first to sign up! Thank you for sharing your beautiful art and studio. You are truly an inspiration.

  • @barbarasalmi3103
    @barbarasalmi310310 ай бұрын

    It is good to see you on camera again!!! Missed you, but totally understand. So glad to see in your new space. It's lovely. I love the windows the most. Heavenly scenery... It sounds like you've got a handle on taking more time to care for your spirit with trying to live a more mindful life. I totally agree with that mission. I'm on the same track. About the gelli printing. I became a little crazed with for awhile, but I'm more reasonable about it now. I'm still love trying my watercolor abstracts. Acrylics are next on my list. By the way, I took your advice on going back to some of classes and gained a lot of inspiration again. Thank you for everything you do to encourage all of us out here on our art journeys❤

  • @LauraHornArt

    @LauraHornArt

    10 ай бұрын

    Lovely to see you here Barbara, I can see how the gelli printing could get very addictive. I might need to set myself a limit on it so that I actually use the papers and move on to the plans that I have for using them!

  • @barbarasalmi3103

    @barbarasalmi3103

    10 ай бұрын

    I can't wait to see what you do with them!!

  • @andreatorraca8755
    @andreatorraca875510 ай бұрын

    very inspiring

  • @Rachelsjourney
    @Rachelsjourney10 ай бұрын

    I bought myself a small Gelli plate a couple months ago, but I have not taken the time to play with it. I really need to try it out - especially with the botanicals. I love the way those look. Your new space looks amazing. Thanks for another lovely video!

  • @LauraHornArt

    @LauraHornArt

    10 ай бұрын

    Thanks Rachel, you have to try the botanical prints. Really fun! I enjoy them the most, more so then stencils, though my wonky leaf stencil was fun. The place is coming along and getting cosier and more functional each day :)

  • @ThreefoldDesigns
    @ThreefoldDesigns10 ай бұрын

    Oh, I haven't visited the 'new' Karkoo yet - we still go to their Blackwood store, as it's nearby where we live, but the Oakbank one looks amazing!

  • @LauraHornArt

    @LauraHornArt

    10 ай бұрын

    This is actually the Blackwood one! I haven't been to the Oakbank one. I heard that the Blackwood one is closing later this year and you can tell as the stock has dwindled right down. So sad, I am devastated 😭😭😭😭

  • @ThreefoldDesigns

    @ThreefoldDesigns

    10 ай бұрын

    @@LauraHornArt Aaaaah, I didn't realise! I just assumed you lived closer to the Oakbank one - yeah, I am devo that it will be closing soon too :(

  • @julieallen5655
    @julieallen565510 ай бұрын

    Hi Laura Lovely to see you again. May I ask is your beautiful studio next to your home or is the location completely separate? The garden is gorgeous! Apologies if I’ve missed the explanation 😉

  • @Karla_Smith
    @Karla_Smith10 ай бұрын

    Nice to meet you Laura. My middle name is Laura....😺 Lovely studio and garden space you have to just be you. It was easy to listen as your audio quality is great too. Have a good day, I will be back.

  • @LauraHornArt

    @LauraHornArt

    10 ай бұрын

    Hi Karla, Thanks for popping by and leaving some lovely feedback. Audio is so important and I have my hubby to thank for always sorting that side of things out 🙏

  • @towardsthelight4919
    @towardsthelight491915 күн бұрын

    Hi Laura I love your work I wish I had a studio space. Unfortunately I only have a tiny little space in my dining room but the main thing I wanted to ask you is could you give us a bit more detail on how to use the Gelli plate..e.g. how to apply paint ..you seem to have two colours and some of the pieces . How do you do that ?……do you have to wait a long time before you peel the paper off or should you do it straight away just little things like that as I’ve never done Gelli printing before and I’ve just ordered one.. thank you in advance. I love all of your videos. I haven’t seen all of them but I’m binge watching them at the moment.😅🙏💕

  • @LauraHornArt

    @LauraHornArt

    6 күн бұрын

    Thanks for the lovely comment. It's probably a bit too hard to go into in a comment, as there are quite a few tips and tricks when using a gelli plate. I hope to have a video and possibly a course soon on gelli printing so stay tuned for that! In the meantime, be sure to head over to the website of the brand of gelli plate that you purchased, as they most likely have some great tips for getting started.

  • @rowenacorlett3146
    @rowenacorlett31467 ай бұрын

    I have some wet strength tissue paper which is good for making collage paper but you're using what looks like lightweight paper - can you tell me what it is please? Thanks

  • @karenholst8306
    @karenholst830610 ай бұрын

    👍👍👍💕💕💕🇩🇰

  • @maryannwettler1791
    @maryannwettler179110 ай бұрын

    Laura, do you live at this property as well? It's unclear as to whether you moved your family in the main house. Thanks. @Laura Horn Art

  • @LauraHornArt

    @LauraHornArt

    10 ай бұрын

    Sorry that wasn't clear. This property is used for the art business, we still have another house for living in.

  • @XAirForce
    @XAirForce10 ай бұрын

    Good job Laura. It’s about the journey there not the finish line with anything.

  • @artistikitty
    @artistikitty9 ай бұрын

    I think if you just harvest the green tops of those spring onions, without pulling the roots, you can get some more green tops from the same plant. I find if I plant the ends(root) from the store bought ones, they grow another green top. 🙂🥬🧅🧄

  • @LauraHornArt

    @LauraHornArt

    9 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for sharing that tip! It would be amazing to keep then going and to have more!

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