Would you mind helping our daughter, Kenzie plan a new art retreat for you!
Posted on June 6, 2025
Two of Kenzie’s MOST favorite things are
travel & meeting kindred spirits.
There’s nothing like experiencing new cultures,
and being inspired with new (and old) friends.
So…she wants to plan a new creative retreat and she wants to travel with YOU!
BUT she needs your help!
Where do you want to go?
What do you want to do?
What are your BIG travel interests?
Please help in the planning process by taking this very short survey.
Your input is invaluable!
And thank you!
Words and Wildflowers Creative Prompts – Issue 47
Posted on June 2, 2025
We LOVE research and learning as a way to get inspired and boost ideas and creativity!! So, Kenzie and I are going to be sharing the inspiration that we collect here in our second newsletter…. once a week!!!
Here’s how it works:
We provide the inspiration. You interpret it however you wish… any medium, any size. It is meant to inspire lettering and floral art combined together. But, you can:
- Just do the florals, just do the lettering, or combine them together.
- Use the provided quote for your piece or select your own.
- Use colors from one of the inspiration images or select your own favorites
- Create the floral art… as a still life in a vase, a single flower, a border, a pattern, a bouquet
Hope you will create with us and post your work at #wordsandwildflowers2024 and tag @lorisiebert.studio and @snippetsofwhimsy
Quote of the week…
“Blessed are they who see beautiful things in humble places where other people see nothing.”
— Camille Pissarro
Inspirational artist of the week… Sophie Digard
Since 1999, designer Sophie Digard has been designing fashion accessories and textile objects in her Paris studio. Inspired by the infinite variation of organic elements, Digard uses natural materials—Italian wool or Belgian linen—that are dyed to her specifications in a range of carefully selected colors. They are then sent to the Indian Ocean to be transformed into beautiful objects in Digard’s own workshops. Each creation mirrors her belief that color is of primary importance, and she never repeats the same chromatic combination in any one object. All seemingly single threads are actually composed of two colors intermingled to create a subtle play of light and shade. Digard’s unique necklaces demonstrate the intersection between the artist’s intuitive and meticulous creative work and her artisanal know-how.
Hand lettering inspiration of the week: Zak Foster
Zak Foster is a self-taught textile artist and quilter, known for his unique and often improvisational approach to quilting. He is particularly drawn to creating memory quilts and burial quilts, exploring themes of history, identity, and the stories we tell ourselves. Foster’s work often incorporates reclaimed fabrics and natural dyes, and he has become a community organizer and advocate for social justice through his quilting.
Four Findings for Curious Creatives-Issue 161
Posted on May 30, 2025
Isobel Harvey
I am in LOVE with the quirkiness of the work by this artist. Her funky birds are my favorite, of course!!!
Jessie Mordine
I find the ongoing explorations of color and texture by this artist extremely inspiring. You have to check out her feed!
2 SPOTS opened up!!!
Due to family issues… a couple spots are now open for my France retreat this Fall!! I’m heading back to Perigord in the Dordogne area!! I cannot wait to teach here again!!! Want to come join me??
The Live Courageously:Rebloom Retreat
The first women’s conference was a HUGE success!!! Heartfelt thank you to all who attended. Thank you to my wonderful co-hosts, Cara Fox and Colleen Sutton. And thank you to our sponsors… Demdaco, Gudrun Sjoden, MSA Design, Visit Madison, Jefferson County board of Tourism, and The Rebloom podcast. Already planning for next year!!
Words and Wildflowers Creative Prompts – Issue 46
Posted on May 26, 2025
We LOVE research and learning as a way to get inspired and boost ideas and creativity!! So, Kenzie and I are going to be sharing the inspiration that we collect here in our second newsletter…. once a week!!!
Here’s how it works:
We provide the inspiration. You interpret it however you wish… any medium, any size. It is meant to inspire lettering and floral art combined together. But, you can:
- Just do the florals, just do the lettering, or combine them together.
- Use the provided quote for your piece or select your own.
- Use colors from one of the inspiration images or select your own favorites
- Create the floral art… as a still life in a vase, a single flower, a border, a pattern, a bouquet
Hope you will create with us and post your work at #wordsandwildflowers2024 and tag @lorisiebert.studio and @snippetsofwhimsy
Quote of the week…
“Serious art is born from serious play.”
— Julia Cameron
Inspirational Artist of the week… Megan Bogonovich
Based in Norwich, Vermont, Bogonovich recognizes nature’s immense capability for adaptation and strength in seemingly inhospitable spaces. “The whole dandelion growing out of a pavement crack thing,” she says. Her works embody transformation and abundant growth, and unusual colors, shapes, and textures arise in surreal combinations. With bulbous bases, spiked protrusions, and interlocked petals, the works imagine “the batty possibilities of what could be growing in the universe or what might be the first thing to sprout up after an environmental disaster.”
Rooted in play and the “ceaseless goofiness” of reproduction, the sculptures evolve throughout a lengthy process. Bogonovich begins by hand-building small geometric and organic forms like cones, tubes, ovoids, and textured patches made with drilled holes, cuts, and everyday objects like buttons, which she then casts in plaster to make a mold. “If I cast 30 molds one day, by the next day I have a set of slip-cast tinkertoy-type parts that I can alter and bend or duplicate. It’s a lot of labored build-up to get to a point where I can work spontaneously and impulsively with a material that would otherwise want planning,” she says.
Hand lettering inspiration of the week… Rachel Castle
Rachel Castle loves having a bit of fun. She loves words and flowers and hearts and spots and sunshine and sausage dogs and all the colours of the rainbow. She loves making accessible art and beautiful bedlinen and sweaters to make you laugh.
Her artworks are hand sewn, screen printed and painted in her Sydney studio. Rachel has spent the past 30 years in the homeware industry both in Australia and the UK. Founded in 2008, the CASTLE brand has become a haven for lovers of all things sunny.
Four Findings for Curious Creatives-Issue 160
Posted on May 23, 2025
2 SPOTS have opened up!!!
I’m heading back to the Dordogne region of France this Aug. 26-Sept. 4. I have taught here before and it is WONDERFUL!!! Art making and trips to neighboring villages! Dreamy!!
6 SPOTS LEFT!! For my Mexico City retreat next Feb. 26-Mar. 1
I CANNOT WAIT to head back to colorful Mexico!!! AND to visit the Frida Kahlo museum!!! Yay. I’ll be sharing travel journal techniques. Want to join??
Alice Kettle
LOVING how this artist creates imagery with stitching. Love her vibrant color use and the texture the stitch work adds to her work.
Ivanka Home
The magic this artist creates in her home totally grabbed my eye. So intriguing to see how she brings very unique playfulness and whimsy to everything she creates.
Words and Wildflowers Creative Prompts – Issue 45
Posted on May 19, 2025
We LOVE research and learning as a way to get inspired and boost ideas and creativity!! So, Kenzie and I are going to be sharing the inspiration that we collect here in our second newsletter…. once a week!!!
Here’s how it works:
We provide the inspiration. You interpret it however you wish… any medium, any size. It is meant to inspire lettering and floral art combined together. But, you can:
- Just do the florals, just do the lettering, or combine them together.
- Use the provided quote for your piece or select your own.
- Use colors from one of the inspiration images or select your own favorites
- Create the floral art… as a still life in a vase, a single flower, a border, a pattern, a bouquet
Hope you will create with us and post your work at #wordsandwildflowers2024 and tag @lorisiebert.studio and @snippetsofwhimsy
Quote of the week…
“Life isn’t about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.”
-George Bernard Shaw
Inspiration of the week… Farm Rio
FARM Rio is a Brazilian fashion brand founded in 1997 by Kátia Barros and Marcello Bastos. The brand is known for its vibrant, nature-inspired prints and designs that reflect the culture and beauty of Rio de Janeiro. FARM Rio started as a small booth at an independent market in Rio and has since grown into a global brand with stores in the US and Europe.
Handlettering inspiration of the week: Fraktur
Four Findings for Curious Creatives-Issue 159
Posted on May 16, 2025
Jules Vissers
I have a thing for texture. I came across the work by this fiber artist and was VERY INSPIRED!! I adore the dimension and beautiful use of color.
Étoile series
I just binged this series and was bummed when it ended. I LOVED it. Much of it is set in Paris, my favorite, so that was fun to see. Loved the quirkiness of the characters.
Junk Assemblage retreat in Vermont
I still have spots open for my retreat at the Smiley Manse this July 7-11. We will visit the BEST antique mall and create assemblage pieces using our finds!! Eeeee!!!!!
Nic & Liv
Every time one of their posts shows up it makes me smile. Their feed is an explosion of fun and pattern and color. Dopamine dressing… YES!!!!
Words and Wildflowers Creative Prompts – Issue 44
Posted on May 12, 2025
We LOVE research and learning as a way to get inspired and boost ideas and creativity!! So, Kenzie and I are going to be sharing the inspiration that we collect here in our second newsletter…. once a week!!!
Here’s how it works:
We provide the inspiration. You interpret it however you wish… any medium, any size. It is meant to inspire lettering and floral art combined together. But, you can:
- Just do the florals, just do the lettering, or combine them together.
- Use the provided quote for your piece or select your own.
- Use colors from one of the inspiration images or select your own favorites
- Create the floral art… as a still life in a vase, a single flower, a border, a pattern, a bouquet
Hope you will create with us and post your work at #wordsandwildflowers2024 and tag @lorisiebert.studio and @snippetsofwhimsy
Quote of the week…
“The closer we get to the freedom of childlike creative expression, the better the art gets.”
—Rick Rubin
Inspirational Artist of the week… Jesús Cisneros
Handlettering inspiration of the week…Platt Rogers Spencer
Platt Rogers Spencer (also Platt R. Spencer) (November 7, 1800 – May 16, 1864) was the originator of Spencerian penmanship, a popular system of cursive handwriting. He was a teacher and active in the business school movement.
I LOVE MEXICO… it is SO INSPIRING!!
Posted on May 9, 2025
Creative Escape to Mexico City
February 26 – March 1, 2026
4 Days, 4 Nights of Color, Culture & Creative Joy!
Only $1999
Ready to escape the ordinary and dive into an unforgettable creative adventure? Join me in Mexico City for a vibrant getaway filled with inspiration, journaling, tacos, and unforgettable memories!
This 4-night, 3-day experience is designed to help you capture your travels in a beautiful, expressive art journal, surrounded by the energy and color of one of the world’s most inspiring cities.
What’s Included:
- Daily creative sessions—art journaling techniques made easy & fun
- Entry to top cultural sites (including the Frida Kahlo Museum!)
- A mezcal mixology experience + taco tastings
- Guided walks through vibrant markets & historic neighborhoods
- A supportive, welcoming creative community
- Surprises & thoughtful touches throughout the trip!
All for just $1999
(That’s a full retreat experience, thoughtfully curated, at an amazing value.)
Whether you’re new to art journaling or looking to deepen your practice, this trip is all about play, exploration, and creative freedom—with Mexico City as your muse.
Limited spots available!
Click below to grab yours and start packing those pens and paints!
Just a handful of spots left!!!!
Posted on May 7, 2025
What a PERFECT Mother’s Day or just a CELEBRATE YOU gift idea!!!!
Let’s go on an unforgettable adventure to Mexico City—Feb 26 to March 1! Join me for 4 wildly inspiring days filled with color, creativity, culture, and, of course, tacos!
We’ll be diving into the magic of art journaling—capturing your experiences, your days, and the beauty around you through vibrant pages you’ll treasure forever. And what better muse than Mexico City? With its bold street art, lively markets, stunning architecture, and endless bursts of color, this city is a feast for the senses.
We’ll walk in the footsteps of icons like Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, mix up some mezcal magic, roam historic neighborhoods, and eat all the tacos. This trip is the perfect blend of creative play, cultural discovery, and spontaneous joy.
Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or it’s your first time in CDMX, get ready to laugh, create, explore, and fall in love with this incredible city.
Are you in?
Lori Siebert & Co. 