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Published 6 months ago • 1 min read

Hi there Reader...

You know I don't like to bombard you with emails, but I did want to quickly remind you that the Year in Paint Challenge kicks off on Monday, October 13th!

We’ll paint 12 pieces — one for each month — each inspired by a different destination. Think snowy January peaks, spring blossoms in far-off gardens, golden summer sunsets and autumn reflections on lavender fields. Every painting will be a little postcard from around the world, captured in your own hand.

Feel free to use any medium you love; I’ll be working in watercolor for these, but acrylics, gouache, pencils or pastels would be fantastic!

At the end of the challenge, we’ll share our favorite resource to turn your collection into a personalized calendar — a keepsake for yourself or a heartfelt, handmade gift for the holidays. I also use the same website to create notecards and holiday cards! Use your imagination to create a variety of holiday gifts!

This is the perfect way to sneak some time away for your creative self, while also getting your holiday shopping started early!

👉 Click Here to Sign Up for the Year in Paint Challenge Today​

Let’s make 2025 your most artful year yet!

Warmly,

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Artful Traveler

Exploring the world, one brushstroke at a time

Inspire, educate and connect travel loving creatives through online art instruction and exploration of global landscapes, lifestyles and cultures. We invite aspiring artists and hobbyists to celebrate the world’s beauty and spirit, fostering a community of artful travelers who see the world through a vibrant, artistic lens.

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