Cassandra Russell

I spent the day painting with my daughter and looking at some photos from years past when she and her brother were little. Hoping you treasure your Mother's Day moments. There is only one 2020 Motther's Day so make the best of it. Being in quarantine can be getting some of us down, but it does give us more time to spend with loved ones. This is a special shout out to all mothers who are taking care of others and need a little encouragement. Stay strong, healthy and happy. Most of all Happy Mother's Day!

Happy Earth Day! Here is an eco art project that I did in a past Eco-Lovely workshop with an elementary school class to inspire them to be more earth aware. The presentation started with a talk on eco packaging. Then the kids got to try printmaking with these huge leaves. Doing these workshops has always been one way I celebrate Earth Day! Are you celebrating Earth Day even though you are social distancing? Share how in the comments...

Winter is here and bringing with it 2020 -- a new year that you can fill with self-care which can result in increased personal growth and well being for you. Self-care is more than scrubs and facemask time. It is living mindfully every second of the day. Making wise choices that respect yourself, others and the planet can become both a deep fulfilling practice - a desired life. Read more on my blog theartjournalist.com

SELF-CARE TIP: Take time out to gather your resources - what you already have. Journal and note what it is that is inspiring you right now, instead of jumping to the next thing to quickly. Whether it is re-branding, steering your next vision or creating a new project, do an inventory off what you have. ( l made this flat lay photo in Palm Springs last year at Alt Summit, a creative conference I spoke at.) TRY IT: Assemble some item that inspire you on a table. Think about the background, colors, words and shapes. Photograph with your phone.

Self-Care Tip: Enjoy self portraiture. Take selfies and enjoy your face, your smiles and your smirks. Get to know the outlines of your features the way an artist would sketching you daily. This positive relationship with how you look to you will bring you one step closer to being your most confident self. #self-care #selfcare #selfie #selfcaresunday #selfconfidence #motivation #selfcarethreads #self #bosslady

Self-Care Tip: Gather everything for your event and lay it out on a buffet style sellf serve tablescape so that you are not running around during your party. This will give you more time to socialize and enjoy the moment.