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Fill your journal with simple, beautiful art.<\/span><\/h3>\n

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If you\u2019re anything like me, then you feel like you\u2019re constantly rushing (in life and your art practice).<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0That means you drop things – literally and metaphorically – because you\u2019re trying to move too fast.<\/span><\/p>\n

But rushing things makes you miss out on moments, magic, and revelations.<\/span><\/p>\n

Slow drawing and simple, mindful art hold the key to living every moment (in your art and in life).<\/span><\/p>\n

And the more you slow down, the faster you progress.<\/b><\/p>\n

Skill comes because there is practice.<\/span><\/p>\n

Practice comes because there is joy.<\/span><\/p>\n

And then you MUST create.<\/span><\/p>\n

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With this self-paced class, you explore one basic question:<\/span><\/p>\n

What\u2019s the simplest thing I could do in my art journal right now? <\/b><\/p>\n

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Get instant access to simple ideas that force you to get creative in how you approach each prompt.<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s easy to show up for the simplest thing, and so much fun to experiment with.<\/span><\/p>\n

This is a class you will actually take, enjoy, and complete, and then do it all over again because the discoveries are so rich.<\/span><\/p>\n

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8 Guided Video Lessons<\/b><\/p>\n

Watch me explore some popular simple things as the start of your very own art journey<\/span><\/p>\n

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Idea Generation Worksheet<\/b><\/p>\n

Full of powerful prompts to spark your own simple ideas and advance your art practice one step at a time<\/span><\/p>\n

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Painting & Drawing Prompts Worksheets<\/b><\/p>\n

With 30+ simple prompts to see you being creative in the simplest way<\/span><\/p>\n

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A 16-page PDF Guide<\/b><\/p>\n

Full of inspiration and extra resources to support you throughout this class<\/span><\/p>\n

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Here\u2019s what the students inside have to say:<\/b><\/h1>\n

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Doubt creeps into our art practice too easily. Like Molly, I think you’ll appreciate “the reminder that there is so much beauty to be found in simplicity.”<\/p>\n

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Hi, I\u2019m Amy Maricle<\/b><\/h1>\n

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Artist, art therapist, mom & nature lover<\/b><\/b><\/h4>\n

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Mindful Art Studio was created with you in mind. It\u2019s my way to stop your inner critic from getting in the way of your creativity.<\/span><\/p>\n

All my courses and resources are inspired by the connections between nature and art, and invite you to explore patterns, materials, ideas, and often the simplest things as the basis to a thriving art practice that fits into your everyday.<\/span><\/p>\n

I\u2019m a trained art therapist, which means every course incorporates mindfulness practices and techniques for getting the inner critic out of the way.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Simplest Things Journal is perfect for you if\u2026<\/b><\/h2>\n

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You let perfectionism get in the way of your art<\/span><\/p>\n

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You want fresh, simple ideas to spark bigger things<\/span><\/p>\n

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You have an art supply cupboard that collects dust <\/span><\/p>\n

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You are art curious\u00a0 but don\u2019t know where to start<\/span><\/p>\n

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These could be your creations with The Simplest Things Journal<\/b><\/h2>\n

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Absolutely! I will lead you through step by step in all of the 8 lessons, and also provide you with tons of prompts for drawing, painting, and writing in the PDF.<\/p>\n

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For an experienced artist, I would recommend this class if you are trying to get out of a creative rut by approaching art mindfully and with fresh eyes. But you might resonate more with a class like BIG ART<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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This class is not art therapy. However, I am a registered art therapist, and I use my understanding of psychology, mindfulness, and the artistic process to help students tune joyfully into the moment and engage in their art practice in deeper ways. We will not use this class to address your mental health concerns, but engaging in a mindful art practice, like any mindfulness or art practice, may have positive benefits for your overall sense of well-being.<\/p>\n

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Yes! Click here to give this class as a gift<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Yes, this class is accessible on a page hosted on my website. The videos are all shot in HD and require a broadband connection for viewing the class.<\/p>\n

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Your PDF is available for download and you’ll have access to the class as long as I have a website,\u00a0 you have access to your class. Videos can be viewed on my site at your convenience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Supplies are not included in the cost of the class. The price for the basic starting supplies are about $20 – $30.\u00a0 You’ll need a watercolor journal, drawing pen, watercolor paint and brush.<\/span><\/p>\n

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This is a self-paced class with videos and a PDF. You can access them on the site whenever you want.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Because this is an immediate, lifetime access class, no refunds will be granted, regardless of circumstances. Registration is non-transferrable.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u00a0We often make art way more complicated than it needs to be<\/b><\/h1>\n

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So let\u2019s keep them simple<\/b><\/h3>\n

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