Words and Wildflowers Creative Prompts – Issue 83
Posted on February 9, 2026
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 #wordsandwildflowers2026 and tag @lorisiebert.studio and @snippetsofwhimsy
Quote of the week…
“We may encounter many defeats but we must not be defeated.”
— Maya Angelou
Inspirational artist of the week: Nadia Yaron
Nadia Yaron is a Brazilian-born American artist of Russian and Italian descent. She lives and works in upstate New York where she sculpts with wood, stone, and metal to reflect themes of fragility, impermanence, and oneness with nature, often informed by her idyllic rural surroundings. Yaron demonstrates impermanence by honoring small transient events such as a fallen leaf, a gust of wind, a flower blooming, or a pink cloud.
Yaron creates vertical structures that represent the lay of the land as she sees it. Grass, cornfields, trees, mountains, and moon are abstract documentations. She assembles wood and stone to create a magnified slightly anthropomorphic portrait of a flower depicting the sacredness and uniqueness of every flower and furthermore every being.
Yaron honors the beauty of the universe by embracing the perfection and inherent truth of its natural materials. She works in collaboration with nature. Her wood is intentionally and locally sourced and as a way of giving back, every year she plants native hardwood trees.






Hand lettering artist of the week: Sarah La Puerta
Sarah La Puerta, née Sarah Gautier, is a musician, calligrapher and writer working in different dimensions. She lives in New York.



Four Findings for Curious Creatives-Issue 184
Posted on February 6, 2026


Retreats in 2027
I am currently in planning for next year!!! Two retreats in Spring and two in the Fall!!! SO EXCITING!! Stay tuned for more details!
Wearable Art Retreat Connecticut this Oct.!!
We will create shirts or jackets, pants, clay pins and shoes in a variety of techniques!!! And end with a runway shoe!


Retreat in Vermont in July!
Come make assemblage flowers with me at the Smiley Manse!!! And we will visit the BEST antique mall!!! Yay!
Want to recharge and treat yourself?
Join us this May for an uplifting, soul filling gathering of women!!!


Words and Wildflowers Creative Prompts – Issue 82
Posted on February 2, 2026
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 #wordsandwildflowers2026 and tag @lorisiebert.studio and @snippetsofwhimsy
Quote of the week…
“The good you do today, people will often forget tomorrow;
do good anyway.
Give the world the best you have, and it may never be enough;
give the world the best you’ve got anyway.”
— Mother Teresa
Inspirational artist of the week: Gustav Marisch
Gustav Marisch (1887–?, Austrian) was a graphic designer and glass designer who studied in Vienna. He was associated with the Vienna Secession and participated in the Wiener Werkstätte, contributing to the development of modern Austrian design through work that bridged graphic clarity and refined material craftsmanship.





Hand lettering artist of the week: Paul Bommer
Paul Bommer is a British artist and illustrator celebrated for his distinctive visual style, which blends traditional folk imagery with contemporary wit. Rooted in a deep appreciation for narrative, folklore, and historical design, his work spans a variety of media including prints, ceramics, textiles, and public art. Bommer is known for his strong draughtsmanship, hand-rendered typography, and richly layered symbolism, which often draw upon English heritage and vernacular art traditions.
Educated at the prestigious Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design in London, Bommer refined a visual language that marries classical illustration techniques with a modern sensibility. His training provided a strong technical foundation and an openness to cross-disciplinary work, elements that have remained central to his practice.
Over the years, Bommer has built a reputation for works that are both playful and erudite. His linocuts and woodcuts frequently explore themes such as folklore, nautical mythology, religious iconography, and regional British customs. His visual storytelling is often infused with humour, irony, and a love for detail, making his work both accessible and intellectually engaging.




Words and Wildflowers Creative Prompts – Issue 81
Posted on January 26, 2026
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 #wordsandwildflowers2026 and tag @lorisiebert.studio and @snippetsofwhimsy
Quote of the week…
“When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it.”
— Henry Ford
Inspirational artist of the week: The Netherland Hilton in Cincinnati
The Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza, opened in 1931 as part of the Carew Tower complex, is a premier example of French Art Deco design and a National Historic Landmark. Developed by John J. Emery as a “city within a city,” it features rare Brazilian rosewood, German silver, and Rookwood Pottery. The hotel, which survived a major 1942 fire, joined Hilton in 2002.









Hand lettering artist of the week: Daria Gushchina
Daria is a mixed media artist and illustrator whose work celebrates the beauty of everyday life. Her art practice centers on sketching, plein air work, collage, and intuitive painting …often unfolding on the pages of her sketchbook. Deeply in love with color, she resists limitations, whether in palette, time, or materials. By allowing herself complete freedom and stepping beyond boundaries, she keeps her heart open to new explorations, nurturing a playful, childlike curiosity that keeps her creative process endlessly exciting.
Originally trained in architecture, Daria also has professional experience in the field. However, feeling unfulfilled, she chose to fully dedicate herself to art and illustration…her true passion. She now shares her work through her Etsy shop and on Instagram, where many people discover her and follow along with her artistic journey. On Instagram, she documents the evolution of her style and process and is deeply grateful for the kindness and support of her community, which continues to inspire her.






Four Findings for Curious Creatives-Issue 183
Posted on January 23, 2026


Registration closes on Jan. 25
We still have 4 spots left for our trip to Ireland this March. Want to join Kenz and I for this adventure??
Helle Skaarup
OMG…. Just discovered this artist. Loving her use of free form stitching and texture. Very inspiring!!


Laura Hall
I’m so in love with the happy decor in the home of this creator. So colorful and uplifting. Just makes you smile!
Early bird price ends Jan. 25
I share my junk flower making process alongside several other artists sharing their craft in this on-line summit.



Words and Wildflowers Creative Prompts – Issue 80
Posted on January 19, 2026
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 #wordsandwildflowers2026 and tag @lorisiebert.studio and @snippetsofwhimsy
Quote of the week…
“My wish for you is that you continue. Continue to be who and how you are, to astonish a mean world with your acts of kindness. Continue to allow humor to lighten the burden of your tender heart.”
— Maya Angelou
Inspirational artist of the week: Monika Forsberg
Monika is a Swedish born freelance illustrator and occasional animator based in North London. She studied art & filmmaking at the RCA. Her work is a quirky explosion of colour and humour. A technicolor world. Using pen, paper and paint her work is a fusion of everyday observation and fantasy. Recent clients include eeBoo, Anna Sui, NY Review, Liberty of London, Channel 4, UN, UNICEF, Anthropologie, Gorman Clothing, REDvalentino, URAX, Natur &Kultur, Quarto Publishing and Lagom Design.






Hand lettering artist of the week: E. Rollet
E. Rollet was an 18th-century calligrapher, (born around 1741), known for a surviving manuscript titled “Calligraphie du dix-huitième siècle” (18th-Century Calligraphy), featuring alphabets, texts, and calligraphic demonstrations, showcasing fine control of hand, providing valuable historical examples of script. The work serves as a valuable resource for studying 18th-century calligraphy styles and techniques.





Four Findings for Curious Creatives-Issue 182
Posted on January 16, 2026


Want to join Kenz and I in Ireland??
Registration closes on Jan. 25. There’s still a little time to book!! We will visit Guinness, a castle and the Ring of Kerry! And we will share our travel journal techniques!
I’m teaching at Paper Crown in June!!
Want to learn how to make a beautiful memory bird??? I LOVE teaching my bird classes!


I’m headed back to The Smiley Manse in July !!!
We will head to my favorite antique mall to hunt for treasures and then make junk flowers!!!
Wearable Art Retreat!!!
I’m back at the lovely venue owned by my friend, Pat to teach in October!!! I have wanted to do this one for SO LONG! Can’t wait!!



Words and Wildflowers Creative Prompts – Issue 79
Posted on January 12, 2026
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 #wordsandwildflowers2026 and tag @lorisiebert.studio and @snippetsofwhimsy
Quote of the week…
“I wish to live a life that causes my soul to dance inside my body.”
— Dele Olanubi
Inspirational artist of the week: Henry Phillips
Floral Emblems is a book written by Henry Phillips and published in 1825. It explores the symbolism and meanings behind different types of flowers, with each flower being associated with a particular emotion or message.
It was part of a larger trend in the early 19th century towards studying and appreciating nature. The use of flowers to convey sentiments and emotions was quite popular during that time. It includes descriptions and illustrations of a variety of flowers, along with their associated meanings. For example, the rose is often associated with love and passion, while the daisy represents innocence and purity.






Hand lettering artist of the week: Pam Garrison
Pam Garrison is an artist, crafter, and general creative pursuit enthusiast. Her seemingly endless artistic curiosity has lead to her prolific creativity in many different mediums. She’s been published in numerous books and magazines as a contributing artist, and teaches art classes all over the world.






Four Findings for Curious Creatives-Issue 181
Posted on January 9, 2026


Wearable Art retreat in Oct. 2026
I cannot wait for this one… in Glastonbury, CT. Sign Up between now and January 10. Enter code HOLIDAY25 and get $100 OFF
REBLOOM …Mind, Body, Spirit
Join us May 4-7 for this second annual gathering of women. Inspiring speaker line up, creative sessions and chance to network with a supportive community!


Nataša Kekanović
I am absolutely in LOVE with the paintings and drawings by this artist. The use of color and the marks are stunning
Nathalie Velasquez
Loving the journal pages created by this Barcelona based artist. The drawings are full of energy and life!



Jan. 7 is the LAST DAY to sign up for my travel journal retreat to Mexico City!!
Posted on January 6, 2026

¡Hola!
Just a few spots left…, and if you’ve been craving color, culture, and a soul-refreshing adventure… and a break from winter… want to join me???

Imagine yourself stepping into the vibrant heart of Mexico’s capital, where every corner hums with art, history, incredible food, and a sensation that anything is possible. And the best part? We’ll be capturing it all in a travel journal using creative prompts, techniques, and playful exercises I’ll be sharing throughout the trip. Your journal becomes a treasure—your own illustrated story of the journey!


Here’s a peek at what awaits…
🎨 Frida Kahlo Museum + Coyoacán Tour
Walk through Casa Azul and feel the artistry, resilience, and wild beauty of Frida’s world.
🌮 Mexico City Historic Center Tour
Stroll centuries-old streets, experience breathtaking architecture, and soak up the energy of a city alive with culture.
🍇 Mexico City Food Market Visit
Smell the spices, taste the flavors, and meet the people behind the food—this is the soul of the city!
🍸 Mezcal Mixology Masterclass
Shake, pour, taste, repeat! Learn the secrets of mezcal cocktails from a local expert.
🌮 Tacos & Tequila Night
An evening of great food, great company, and maybe even a little dancing under the warm Mexico City night sky.




This is a quick, joyful, art-filled escape designed to leave you inspired, refreshed, and buzzing with memories—from bold murals to tiny street-side moments you’ll record in your journal.
I’d love to have you join me!
XO

