5 CREATIVE Practices to HELP you GET STARTED

[@msbutterfly0615]

Thank you for your suggestion of let art blend with your soul. I've been going through a lot of deep deep dark depression. My 35-year-old daughter started using heroin and meth. I am so lost she will not let me save her to go into rehab. So I'm trying to turn to my art to help me escape my present situation so I don't go absolutely crazy. I tried doing 2 journal pages but I got so caught up with what I wanted the in process to look like rather than enjoying the movement of the paint in the artwork. Thank you you are a true blessing to me. I have your KZbin page cast to my big screen TV to really see all the effects that you're teaching us. Please lift my daughter in prayer. Thank you thank you, Linda

[@KerenTamir]

OH I'm so sorry Linda, It must be so difficult I can't even imagine. Wanting to help our children is our number one priority and when we can't, well it feels like our world is ending. I try to enjoy the journey although its of course hard when all we want is to see good results because it signals us that there's good at the end of the tunel, especially when we can't see the light in other things. however for me sometimes just pouring stuff on the page and releasing those emotions helps so much. I hope you find a way to help yourself as you matter as well! sending love and blessings to you and your family.

[@pennydouphinett4545]

Sometimes I get caught up in the idea my art has to be serious and I always needs to be better; I forget I do it for the joy, contentment and peace it brings me. Your exercises reminded me of that. Art has been healing and I can't let the craziness of the outside world in. Thank you.

[@KerenTamir]

Yes Penny that's exactly it, we forget and we are hard on ourselves and criticize ourselves too much. We need to be kinder to ourselves too, and enjoy creating so it can heal us

[@cocodechamalstudio]

Back to the roots. Someday, I will tell you a funny memory I have about those techniques. Thank you for reminding us that we can achieve great results with very simple techniques.

[@KerenTamir]

Sounds great! Id love to know your funny story. thanks so much my friend!!

[@belindahugheslifestyle]

Absolutely brilliant, Keren! I've always seen coffee cup stains as something to clean up (spent a few yrs as a waitress), yet simultaneously marvelled at how beautiful they were. I've also seen tea stained needlework. And I have cherished memories of a beloved aunt preparing New Orleans' famous Cafe du Monde cafe au lait for me. You've got my creative inspiration flowing again. Thinking of a million projects, all at once. Thank you!

[@KerenTamir]

thank you so much Belinda! its so nice to see how it brought memories for you as well. its a great reminder of why we create!

[@Taitcreates639]

I've been recouping from major surgery, it left me off my feet for 6 wks, I'm at the end now, but have been homebound , I live alone, have no mojo what so ever, way be hind in card making projects because of surgery. However, these past few videos has me really wanting to get back at it. Karen, your amazing!

[@KerenTamir]

I'm so sorry to hear, I understand you completely because I've been through the same thing, it takes awhile to bounce back. I'm glad you are finding your way back to creativity and I'm even more glad that I could help!

[@khursheedtuli5931]

love the water bubble.paint technique！

[@KerenTamir]

Thank you! 😊 so glad you liked it!

[@russanncorby3782]

Absolutely love this video …. You are so good at inspiring people 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼❤️❤️❤️

[@KerenTamir]

Thank you so much!!

[@wendys5094]

Thank you for your videos. I enjoy your tips and I especially appreciate the images of actual art that you include.

[@KerenTamir]

Glad you like them! thank you so much Wendy!!

[@sherrylhenning5630]

Hi Karen! First of all, the quality of your videos has improved tremendously! GOOD JOB!!!!!!!! Secondly, great ideas! I'm going to have to go play with paint later! I totally forgot about the bubbles exercise with watercolor.....so much fun! Thanks!

[@KerenTamir]

Yay! Thank you! I'm so glad to hear. I'm putting a lot of time and work into my videos so I'm glad you love them. and yes all these exercises are so good!!

[@KristineHeim]

This was brilliant! Thank you, thank you!

[@KerenTamir]

You're so welcome!

[@hippomom26]

This post came by gmail today and I am SO HAPPY it did! I'm a crafter, not an artist, but I'm doing some watercolor 'experimentation'. Thank you for reminding me (us) that creativity can be fun and freeing. I appreciate you ❤ Love your mixed media creations. Very inspiring! Take care and have JOY⚘⚘⚘

[@KerenTamir]

I believe crafters are artists.... and yes creativity is fun and freeing! and it helps our well being!

[@mandyhall1674]

Thank you for this and have a lovely day.

[@ann-marielofberg1159]

O M G this are looking soooo fun and releasing.

[@KerenTamir]

yes they are!! thanks so much!!

[@sandratimm8289]

I love the circles and it's a good way to experiment with color theory

[@KerenTamir]

thank you so much Sandra!! yes its totally a great way to experiment!

[@wimpydom]

What a great idea I would never have done this. Thank you 🤗

[@KerenTamir]

Glad it was helpful! thanks so much!!

[@SuperUsernameization]

Not only do I love the ideas, but I really love that you state what is needed up front. Thank you for this!

[@KerenTamir]

so glad to hear! thanks so much!

[@AnaMaria-hw6je]

I love your ideas! Your techniques are easy to fallow.

[@KerenTamir]

Thank you so much! so glad!

[@charxox72]

I totally needed this today! Thank so much

[@KerenTamir]

So glad to hear! xo

[@cheryl7476]

Thoughtfully and we’ll done, m’lady.

[@KerenTamir]

thank you so much my friend!!

[@ellenschmidt3005]

So glad I found your videos!!

[@KerenTamir]

I'm so glad you like them!! thank you!

[@devanntylor9798]

Very helpful techniques, thank you 🌻

[@KerenTamir]

Devann so glad to hear!!

[@kellercrucita550]

Lovely lovely idea!!!

[@KerenTamir]

Thank you! 😊 glad you liked them

[@novafalcosmith]

This is so cool ❤❤❤

[@KerenTamir]

Thanks!!!

[@elenaknighton7094]

Thanks so much! This was so helpful and encouraging!

[@KerenTamir]

So glad to hear Elena!!

[@sharonziv-noomish7386]

Keren I really enjoyed your video! Such a cool and liberating ideas 😍

[@KerenTamir]

Thanks so much my friend!! I appreciate it!! Your videos lately that you're doing are really great too!!

[@suefalls1600]

Thank you so much💗💗💗💗💗💗

[@KerenTamir]

You are so welcome!! thank you!

[@mariachaverri7607]

❤❤❤❤ thanks

[@annabelleavila6593]

Great video!!! Thanks for sharing your inspiration 🥰

[@KerenTamir]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@phoebebaker1575]

So fun and easy!

[@KerenTamir]

yes it really is and you get such great results when you add it to your projects!

[@wendygreenberg6195]

Keren, I absolutely love these techniques & ideas for creative inspiration, so much fun to watch you “play” & end up with beautiful works of art. I can’t wait to do some of these. Thanks for sharing!!

[@KerenTamir]

Thanks so much! so glad to hear!

[@cassfonnesbeck8057]

Great ideas! I'm stuck, I'll have to try!

[@KerenTamir]

You should! you can do it!! just try and create without thinking!!

[@michelegourd5742]

Thanks so much that was very helpful!!!

[@KerenTamir]

Michele thanks to you!! so glad to hear!

[@yvonneejarrett6770]

Just subscribed to your channel..you are thoughtful and creative. Thanks for sharing your tips and inspiration! Cheers!

[@KerenTamir]

Thanks for subbing Yvonne and thanks so much for your support!

[@Thelocalcraftshop]

Wow.. Thank you for sharing this technique..

[@KerenTamir]

You are so welcome! thanks so much for coming!!

[@doriscabrera1]

Thank you so much!!!♥️🙏🏻

[@KerenTamir]

You are so welcome!

[@sheilastyrebriere]

Wonderful! The water colour bubbles and playing with different textures are really intriguing.

[@KerenTamir]

Sheila you should try them!! you'll love them!!

[@IngridBlackburn]

LOVED these ideas. SO much fun to get those creative juices flowing. Thanks for the inspiration Keren!!! 😘😘🎨

[@KerenTamir]

thanks so much Ingrid and for your guidance and support!!

[@torageirs6473]

Awesome ideas, thanks

[@KerenTamir]

Glad you like them! thanks so much for watching!

[@dexterbacchus8009]

Another GREAT Video, after 2 i SUBSCRIBED, Thanks for Sharing.

[@KerenTamir]

thank you so much!

[@theresacurrin6395]

Great ideas!

[@KerenTamir]

thank you so much!

[@geenamarquez76]

Love these tips, Keren!!! You know I’ve been struggling to just get in my crafting room. I’m happy to say I’ve been in there every day for the past week! I joined an altered paintbrush swap last week too! xoxo

[@KerenTamir]

oh wow Geena so glad to hear!! I love altered paint brushes. I collect them!!

[@geenamarquez76]

I love doing them!! Although, to be fair, this is only my 2nd time doing a paintbrush haha...After I’m finished with this swap, I’ll make one for you!

[@49lucky]

That's me all the time I start and quit start and quit. Bah humbug.... This is great!!!

[@KerenTamir]

Oh!! thank you so much!! I love the Bah Humbug!! lol

[@mariflame1821]

I love making different textures with texture paste! Love your new videos Keren!

[@KerenTamir]

Thanks so much 😊So glad to hear!! it means a lot!

[@Sylvia.Torres]

Wonderful creativity tips. 🥰. Thank you!

[@KerenTamir]

thank you so much Sylvia!

[@scrapperiam463]

This is awesome, Karen. You give such great ideas and inspiration.

[@KerenTamir]

Sharon Thanks so much!

[@annesteel5155]

Brilliant demo. Thanks!

[@KerenTamir]

Glad you liked it!

[@tcconnection]

I love this video

[@KerenTamir]

thank you so much!!

[@kimerlyhogan6567]

Thank you Keren. This video is very helpful because I often struggle with creativity. I can’t wait to use your suggestions. Especially the one with modeling paste.

[@KerenTamir]

You are so welcome! so glad it was helpful!! yes there's so many things to do with modelling paste!!

[@jacquelineturbitt5509]

Thank you for this video...I used to go to an art group but Covid shot it down in 2020 and I stopped painting...Your video has helped me out a lot...is there a way I could share on of my paintings with you...Thanks again for this video...it has made me smile....Love and Hugs from Nova Scotia where we are getting the calm before a major storm tomorrow....

[@KerenTamir]

thank you so much! glad to hear. sending love1

[@positivelycat]

1.) I am sorry you lost your friend. 2.) You at the beginning of the video=most relatable thing I've ever seen in an art video. 3.) Thank you for this video, I feel less scared to go try to create.

[@KerenTamir]

thank you Cat and yes I think almost every creative goes through this. its more common than you think. the important thing is to be motivated to create.

[@janetwalsh7025]

Thanks Keren!! Great tips.

[@KerenTamir]

thanks Janet!!

[@smalefamily9806]

Excellent video. Thank you

[@KerenTamir]

Glad you liked it! thanks so much!

[@sislertx]

I need the squit technique...thanks

[@SynzTheHobbit]

I just love all the techniques you used, Keren. Very helpful! xo

[@KerenTamir]

Glad it was helpful! thanks so much for coming Penny!!! xo

[@robinmcauley3462]

I love this video! It is exactly what I have been wanting to do!

[@KerenTamir]

so glad to hear!! thanks so much!

[@bananashaveice]

Thank you for sharing these inspiring ideas! I want to try the markings & watercolor bubbles first! Take care!

[@KerenTamir]

You are so welcome! yes they are so much fun to do and so relaxing!! thank you so much

[@Michellemixedmedia]

Great tips Keren. Love the acting at the start of the video 😀 Thanks for sharing Tiffany's tip too 🤗

[@KerenTamir]

Thanks so much! 😊I appreciate you coming and joining!! xo

[@Jasmin-gj1lr]

Thank you so much, Karen! It’s very helpful! 😍💫

[@KerenTamir]

You are so welcome Jasmin!! thanks so much!!

[@farahahmed97]

A very inspiring video

[@KerenTamir]

Thanks a lot Farah!!

[@LisaMendezlimedeals]

I never thought to start my pages with lines and scribbles! It really does give alot of texture. Thank you for the ideas!

[@KerenTamir]

You are so welcome! yes all these ideas you can incorporate into any art journal, canvas or even cards

[@yolandakouwenberg-meijer344]

I love it!

[@KerenTamir]

thank you!

[@susanjr1202]

Thank you, I so want to be creative!!

[@KerenTamir]

You can do it! I believe in you!

[@lesliekiszely2822]

Thanks Karen, for reminding me just to play and get the mojo flowing!

[@KerenTamir]

yay!! yes that's exactly it!!

[@janerochfort2134]

I have so lost my mojo of late...the more I look at my art supplies...the less I am inspired 😕.....thank you Karen ....you really are a Guru of the crafting world.....love Jane Rochfort...North Wales UK 🇬🇧......

[@KerenTamir]

I'm so sorry Jane, I understand wholeheartedly as I've been in this position and these type of exercises that don't require thinking always helped me. thank you so much for your kind words. sending love!!

[@KerenTamir]

This video might help you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2Kvi319hbSqfZo

[@diedraaschenbeck8876]

SO thankful I found you.

[@KerenTamir]

💓

[@bmwcruise]

Thanks, Keren ❤️❤️❤️

[@KerenTamir]

xo Elaine!! hope all is well!

[@lynnettehallbick1683]

This is inspiring me to wet my WC paper and splattering water colors.

[@KerenTamir]

thanks so much!

[@jenniferschwarz914]

Oh my goodness Keren I so NEEDED to see this today! My dear friend just recently passed away from Covid and I have found myself basically unable to create. I didn’t know what was going on? But when you mentioned your friend passing away, maybe it’s the grief? We were so close? Anyhow, I’m going to try all of these exercises and see if they help! Thank you so much! ❤️❤️❤️

[@KerenTamir]

Oh I'm so sorry Jennifer!! its so devastating, my friend passed away from cancer. It slowly took her away. She left behind two beautiful girls and so it was all around sadness. I couldn't create as it was last year and this just threw me over the edge. These excercises helped. just create without thinking or feeling. sending love!!

[@jenniferschwarz914]

Keren Tamir Hugs to you and I’m so sorry about your friend. ❤️ I understand. This was so sudden with mine. She left her husband and son who was 14. Take good care my dear friend. 🤗

[@Aletheiasjournal]

Great video, sometimes it's great not to think too much and just create. I love the tea stains, they look really pretty. Thanks, Keren! 🥰

[@KerenTamir]

thank you so much so glad to hear!!

[@carmenpatriciacasalbowles3507]

Bello, haces las formas que deseas, muy buen tutoríal, el segundo tutorial con acuarelas.... y se hacen hermosos fondos . El tercero totalmente distinto es de los pigmentos . Bonito me gusta más si hicieras el secreto. El cuarto las pastas que son bellas si se mezclan . Es bello El quinto , bello también con el yeso, Pastas de texturas , bello ... si lo haces grueso mejor . Modelling Paste con formas y pinturas acrílicas .... divino Felicidades , Congratulation

[@KerenTamir]

te gustan los secretos? jajaja que linda. si ya estoy poniendo uno en el proximo video. que bueno que te gustan me alegra. muchisimas gracias por todas tus palabras!!

[@cordeliaalderman391]

It’s like “free writing” except with art supplies. I like it.🙂

[@KerenTamir]

yes that's exactly right, that's why I also love art journaling. thank you!!

[@doumissurdora]

I'm a visual arts student and currently working on my major painting but I couldn't think of any ideas 😭 This video really helps, thank you so much!

[@KerenTamir]

I'm so glad! thanks for watching!

[@tcconnection]

So sorry about your friend passing🌻

[@KerenTamir]

thank you!!! I appreciate it!

[@denisehunt1317]

Oh, that's me at the moment.

[@KerenTamir]

yay so you'll love this video!!

[@yesabenson]

Perfect timing for me to see this video! Thanks for sharing!

[@KerenTamir]

so glad to hear!! thank you

[@annakickan]

Keren, this was really cool. I am very serious when I say I think you should pursue a career in art therapy. You seem well suited to it.

[@KerenTamir]

oh Annika you're so sweet, I don't think I could go through school and learn lol. I do want to just create!! lol

[@ACB2K]

@Keren, how do you soften the edges of the paper art? like the transition from paper to substrate? the paper ridges still show? I just sent you a message on Etsy. Thanks

[@KerenTamir]

Hi Esther, I responded to you on etsy.... you can use gesso or paste to hide the edges

[@shashiprasad4446]

👌👌👌

[@gaylenerussell1296]

🧡🧡🧡

[@shashiprasad4446]

😍😍😍

[@sandrawheeler2295]

Oh Keren, you are amazing!!! I’m so inspired and excited!!! I would love to see more of these inspirational videos. You have no idea how helpful this has been 🥰🥰🥰

[@KerenTamir]

Thank you so much!! I have other ones on my channel formatted a bit different but with the same goal in mind!