Words and Wildflowers Creative Prompts – Issue 48
Posted on June 9, 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…
“We should really love each other in peace and harmony, instead we’re fussing and fighting.”
-Bob Marley
Inspiring artist of the week… Rex Ray
REX RAY (Sept. 11, 1956—Feb. 9, 2015) was an American artist best known for his innovative pop aesthetic in fine and commercial art—on canvases, wood panels, album covers, paper, book jackets, murals, and rock and roll posters. Born in Landstuhl, Germany in 1956, Michael Patterson was raised in Colorado Springs. Before moving to San Francisco in 1981, Patterson, inspired by Andy Warhol, adopted the moniker Rex Ray. He attended the San Francisco Art Institute where he studied with Sam Tchakalian, Kathy Acker, and Angela Davis, and received his BFA in 1989. He became a major force in the Bay Area’s art, literary, and activist communities. Ray was one of the first artists to use Mac-based technologies in the creative process to generate art and graphics. His early designs include: the first graphics for the San Francisco chapter of Act Up; many guerilla marketing flyers and posters for queer nightclubs; and numerous book covers for City Lights Books and HIGH RISK/Serpent’s Tail. His impressive client roster in the music, fashion, entertainment, and design industries, includes David Bowie, The Residents, Bill Graham Presents, DreamWorks, Levis, Neiman Marcus, Sony Music, Warner Brothers, and Apple. Rex Ray designs have been licensed and produced as distinctive imagery on scarves, carpets, ceramics, wristwatches, surfboards, and even on a Mini Cooper. During his lifetime Rex Ray generated a prolific body of painting and works on paper. His technique involved a complicated process that combined Xerography, handmade woodblock prints, newsprint, and magazine images into vibrant color schemes with parabolic forms and abstract patterns. His works reference mid-century modernism, Dada, decorative arts, Fluxus, and Pop Art.
Hand lettering inspiration of the week… Anna Tou
Anna Tou is a classically trained designer, creative leader and strategic marketing thinker with a proven track record in building brands and leading diverse projects across advertising, digital experiences, identity, brand strategy, packaging, marketing promotions, social channels, and more.
Words and Wildflowers Creative Prompts – Issue 42
Posted on April 28, 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…
You’ll never get anywhere if you go about what-iffing like that.’ – Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator
-Roald Dahl
Inspirational artist of the week…Cornelia O’Donovan
Cornelia O’Donovan was born in 1981, and trained at the Royal College of Art, London.
O’Donovan plays with old folklore and poetry, but in a loose and dreamlike way. She draws particularly on tales native to the British Isles, and especially Celtic poetry and myth – from the tale of Prince Llewellyn’s grief at the sacrifice of his greyhound Gellert, to the figurative ballads of Ellen O’Leary and lines from WB Yeats.
She has designed ceramics for Anthropologie in the past. Her paintings are flat, stripped of all perspective or realism, their surfaces hazy and meandering like an old tale retold a thousand times. Roughly rendered yet delicately arranged, she creates patterned compositions reminiscent of old tapestries, into which she plants naïve pre-Modern motifs. Outlines of old figures, ancient heralds, esoteric herbs and familiar animals all appear like inherited objects worn smooth by the touch of innumerable hands.
They retain the homespun quality of medieval rustic artworks, flowing across the canvas like a stroll through a country garden.
Hand lettering inspiration of the week: Deloss McGraw
DeLoss McGraw is an American artist known for his whimsical gouache paintings. Inspired by his own poetry as well as poems by W.D. Snodgrass, McGraw’s dreamlike works are often reminiscent of paintings by Paul Klee. Klee like McGraw, was inspired by the works of folk artists and children. Born in 1945 in Okemah, OK, he went on study at the Otis Art Institute in Los Angeles and received his MFA from the Cranbrook Academy of Art in 1973. McGraw lives and works between Los Angeles, CA and Okemah, OK. Today, his works are in the collections of The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the Cranbrook Museum of Art in Bloomfield Hills, MI, and the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C., among others.
Words and Wildflowers Creative Prompts – Issue 41
Posted on April 21, 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…
“You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.”
– Martin Luther King, Jr.
Inspirational Artist of the week…William Frend De Morgan
William Frend De Morgan (16 November 1839 – 15 January 1917) was an English potter, tile designer and novelist. A lifelong friend of William Morris, he designed tiles, stained glass and furniture for Morris & Co. from 1863 to 1872. His tiles often recall medieval or Islamic design patterns. He applied innovative glazes and firing techniques. Galleons and fish were common motifs, as were “fantastical” birds and animals. Many of De Morgan’s tiles were designed to create intricate patterns when several were laid together.
Lettering inspiration of the week… Louise Fili
Louise Fili (born April 12, 1951) is an American graphic designer and artist known for her use of typography. Her work incorporates elements of modernism and European Art Deco, combining historical typography with contemporary design approaches. Fili designed nearly 2,000 book jackets while working at Random House. Since establishing her design studio, she has shifted her focus towards restaurant identity, food-related logos, and packaging. Fili currently teaches at the School of Visual Arts in New York City and has previously taught at The New School, New York University, and Cooper Union.
I’m teaching at the Collage Makers Summit!
Posted on March 4, 2025
Transform your art at the Collage Makers Summit
At the Collage Makers Summit (CMS) you can boost your art skills, learn cool new collage techniques, and let your creativity run wild.
What exactly is CMS?
It’s a virtual gathering of collage artists! The Collage Makers Summit is a virtual gathering of collage artists from all over the globe. Top instructors share their secrets, insights, and techniques, giving students of all levels a chance to step up their skills.
Mark your calendar for CMS
CMS classes begin on Monday, March 17 and end on Sunday, March 30. One pre-recorded video lesson will be available every morning US Eastern Time (UTC-5). You have lifetime access to the videos after the summit ends.
What you’ll learn
The summit is packed with 14 video lessons, each led by a different artist. Video lessons are approx. 30 minutes long. You’ll dive into a range of collage techniques that’ll spark your creativity & help you carve out your own unique style.
Lifetime access & community
The best part? Unlike other online summits, you get lifetime access to these prerecorded video lessons. Watch them whenever you want, at your own pace (sorry, the summit isn’t live.)
Who’s teaching at CMS?
Learn from me and 13 other experienced collage instructors, each bringing our own unique style and expertise.
Tara Axford https://www.instagram.com/tara.axford/
Connor Dainty https://www.instagram.com/phibstuff/
Jessa Dupuis https://www.instagram.com/jessadupuis/
Julie Hamilton https://www.instagram.com/juliehamiltoncreative/
Sally Hirst https://www.instagram.com/sallyhirstartist/
Esté MacLeod https://www.instagram.com/estemacleod/
Lisa McKenna https://www.instagram.com/lisamckenna.studio/
Margarete Miller https://www.instagram.com/margarete.miller/
Delight Rogers https://www.instagram.com/delightrogers_art/
Jackie Schomburg https://www.instagram.com/jackieschomburgart/
Lori Siebert https://www.instagram.com/lorisiebert.studio/
Sarah Short https://www.instagram.com/sarah_z_short/
Barb Smucker https://www.instagram.com/barbsmuckerstudio/
Alison Wells https://www.instagram.com/alisonwellsart/
CMS helps you grow as an artist… at a price that makes learning accessible.
Purchase before the summit begins at the early bird pre-sale price of US$77 and save $20. Early bird pricing begins March 3. Classes begin on Monday, March 17.
Visit collagemakerssummit.com for more information.
Here’s a special coupon code… because you are part of my community…
10offcms-ls
The early bird sale can be accessed NOW!!
At US$77. The regular price of US$97 begins on March 17. The summit opens on Monday March 17. The summit ends and the last day to purchase will be Sunday March 30.
I’m teaching in Mexico City next Feb. 26-March 1, 2026!!!
Posted on February 24, 2025
I ADORE all of the colors and patterns of Mexico!!!
Let’s experience a quick getaway in Mexico’s capital where food and culture wait around every corner!
We will get to see the work of legendary artists like Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, try our hand at mezcal mixology, stroll historic city streets, and enjoy tacos & tequila like a local! And… we will do some travel journaling together!!!! Whether you’ve visited before or it’s your first time, this itinerary is designed to pack a lifetime of memories into just 4 colorful, exciting, enriching days!
The trip will launch this Thursday at 3 pm EST!!!
There are 8 early bird spots available at a discount… first come, first serve! You can leave your info at this link to be the first to know!!
Note… if you book, Trovo Trip asks for 25% initially and then, you can create a payment plan! Takes the pressure off!
Here’s what you will experience:
We will be staying at Hotel Ibis Style Zona Rosa in Mexico City. We will have with us a trip guide and a local who speaks the language… no worries… just FUN FUN FUN!!!
Day 1
¡Bienvenido! Please be prepared to meet in the lobby at 5:30pm to depart for your welcome dinner. The reservation time will be finalized closer to your trip date. If you plan on arriving today, we recommend flying into Mexico City International Airport (MEX).
Day 2
After breakfast, it’s time to explore Mexico City! You’ll start with a transfer to the historic city center for a walking tour, before visiting a local market where you’ll have the opportunity to try various snacks. Then, after lunch in the market, you’ll take a 45-minute transfer back to the hotel. Please wear comfortable walking shoes, and bring sun protection and a water bottle.
Mexico City Historic Center Tour
Take a 45-minute private transfer to Mexico City’s famous ‘Zocalo’ – officially known as Plaza de la Constitución – one of the most recognizable locations in Mexico. From here, your Guide will lead a walking tour of the historic city center’s greatest sights, including murals by Diego Rivera at the Palacio Nacional, the Metropolitan Cathedral built on Aztec ruins, and the Palacio de Bellas Artes where notable music and art events are held. Expect to walk around 1.5-2 miles on paved and cobblestone streets.
Mexico City Food Market Visit
Walk approximately 1 mile (20 minutes) from the city center to a local food market filled with family-owned stands, local flavors, and beautiful crafts. During your visit, you’ll have the opportunity to try samples of a few different fruits, a couple of mini tacos, and (for the truly adventurous) some spicy crickets! After exploring, you’ll sit down for lunch at one of the establishments in the market. After lunch, transfer 45 minutes back to your hotel.
Day 3
Following breakfast, you’ll transfer to the Frida Kahlo Museum to explore not only her works but the neighborhood where she once lived, Coyoacan. You’ll return to the hotel in the early afternoon, then transfer to a local bar in the evening to make your own cocktails. Finally, you’ll all head out on foot with your Guide to eat and drink like locals! Please wear comfortable walking shoes, and bring sun protection and a water bottle.
Frida Kahlo Museum & Coyoacan Tour
Visit Frida Kahlo’s Casa Azul for an intimate look at her house, life, and art. Then explore the nearby Coyoacan neighborhood – Mexico City’s oldest – on foot for about 30 minutes to see its quaint cafes and colonial architecture. Between the museum and the tour of Coyoacan, you can expect to walk 1.5-2 miles on paved and cobblestone streets. You’ll have time to get lunch on your own in Coyoacan before transferring back to the hotel. Entry to the museum is included, however permission to take pictures must be purchased on-site at an additional cost. Please be aware that the museum is closed on Mondays, so this itinerary may need to be slightly reorganized if this day would otherwise fall on Monday.
Day 4
It’s time to say goodbye for now! After breakfast, you’ll be free to embark on the next stage of your journey with our warmest wishes for happiness and safety. If departing directly from the hotel, we recommend flying out of Mexico City International Airport (MEX).
Mezcal Mixology Masterclass
Take a 5-10 minute transfer, then learn the art of crafting cocktails using one of Mexico’s signature spirits: mezcal. You’ll discover how to layer flavors as well as the cultural significance of the ingredients, as you mix and enjoy two different drinks. After enjoying your cocktails, you’ll return to the hotel.
Tacos & Tequila Night
Beginning from your hotel, your Guide will take the group to some of the best taco stands in the city, to enjoy your favorites with tequila or beer…the perfect match! 5 tacos, 2 shots of tequila or 3 beers, and a water are included. You can expect to walk approximately half a mile on paved and/or cobblestone streets.
Treat yourself with a life changing experience in 2025
Posted on January 3, 2025
Happy New Year!!!!
As we turn the page on our calendars and plan for this coming year… we would love for you to consider joining us for a conference that we have lovingly crafted to help get you focused and fearless!!! We have extended the discount for another month, too!!!
Use the code REBLOOM305 and get $300.00 off full price!!!
Live Courageously: Rebloom Conference FAQ’s
What should I expect to take away from this experience?
- a network of new contacts and friends to support you moving forward
- guidance for setting and achieving your goals
- inspiration for creating your community through social media and marketing
- more confidence to face fears and craft a more authentic life
- new ideas for how to live more creatively
Use DISCOUNT CODE : REBLOOM305 for savings of over $300.00!
What is included?
- Dynamic, empowering presentations by over 10 powerhouse speakers
- Creative sessions led by two whimsical and fun artists(for any skill level)
- An opening meet and greet cocktail party
- 2 delicious catered lunches
- A closing pizza party with a DJ
- A beautiful swag bag
- Cozy places on property to work, rest, or mingle through out the retreat
- Transportation to and from Madison to Richwood at assigned times and locations
- Soda, water, coffee, tea and snacks
- Food options for dietary restrictions
- Art supplies for the creative sessions
Where can I stay?
There are many great air bnb’s and hotels to book in Madison, Indiana… the MOST ADORABLE NEARBY TOWN. It is about 10 minutes from Richwood on the River. We will be running shuttles each day from specified pick up spots to Richwood each day. The full list can be found on the website.
How many people will be attending the conference?
We are planning for anywhere from 50-100 attendees. We are marketing to and focusing on women. We want this conference to be about supporting them in growth and transformation.
What is special about this event?
Cara, Colleen and myself have been planning this for well over a year. The Richwood on the River property is truly magical. The speakers were carefully hand picked for their dynamic messaging and expertise. We will make sure that you are well taken care of with beautiful inspiration for your mind, food for your body and creativity and fun for your soul.
Why should you attend?
This will be an investment in YOU. We guarantee that you will learn a lot, make new valuable connections and HAVE A BLAST!!!!
Use DISCOUNT CODE : REBLOOM305 for savings of over $300.00!
We are going to have the time of our lives!!! COME JOIN US!!!
Posted on November 29, 2024
Guess what????
We are offering a Holiday DISCOUNT CODE for the Live Courageously: REBLOOM Conference next May. We have been lovingly planning this event for over a year!!!
Use DISCOUNT CODE : REBLOOM305 for savings of over $300.00!
Live Courageously: Rebloom Conference FAQ’s
What should I expect to take away from this experience?
- a network of new contacts and friends to support you moving forward
- guidance for setting and achieving your goals
- inspiration for creating your community through social media and marketing
- more confidence to face fears and craft a more authentic life
- new ideas for how to live more creatively
Use DISCOUNT CODE : REBLOOM305 for savings of over $300.00!
What is included?
- Dynamic, empowering presentations by over 10 powerhouse speakers
- Creative sessions led by two whimsical and fun artists(for any skill level)
- An opening meet and greet cocktail party
- 2 delicious catered lunches
- A closing pizza party with a DJ
- A beautiful swag bag
- Cozy places on property to work, rest, or mingle through out the retreat
- Transportation to and from Madison to Richwood at assigned times and locations
- Soda, water, coffee, tea and snacks
- Food options for dietary restrictions
- Art supplies for the creative sessions
Where can I stay?
There are many great air bnb’s and hotels to book in Madison, Indiana… the MOST ADORABLE NEARBY TOWN. It is about 10 minutes from Richwood on the River. We will be running shuttles each day from specified pick up spots to Richwood each day. The full list can be found on the website.
How many people will be attending the conference?
We are planning for anywhere from 50-100 attendees. We are marketing to and focusing on women. We want this conference to be about supporting them in growth and transformation.
What is special about this event?
Cara, Colleen and myself have been planning this for well over a year. The Richwood on the River property is truly magical. The speakers were carefully hand picked for their dynamic messaging and expertise. We will make sure that you are well taken care of with beautiful inspiration for your mind, food for your body and creativity and fun for your soul.
Why should you attend?
This will be an investment in YOU. We guarantee that you will learn a lot, make new valuable connections and HAVE A BLAST!!!!
Use DISCOUNT CODE : REBLOOM305 for savings of over $300.00!
Lori Siebert & Co. 