Mixed media tutorials, videos and more!

Free mixed media tutorials to inspire you and show you some techniques!
Let’s gesso, paint, collage together… And play with stencils, stamps, modelling paste and crayons!!
We will experiment, trust ourselves and go with the flow to see what magic we can create 🙂
This collection of free mixed media tutorials grows constantly so make sure you don’t miss any of them here!

Hooray for online painting workshops!

Hooray for online painting workshops!

Finally! I didn't realise how much work is involved in creating those lovely videos we all watch so often online... So much editing and processing! But, I now have a few of my own so, if you can't make it to one of my ''in person'' studio workshops, we can still have...

Online workshops coming soon!

Online workshops coming soon!

I know, I know! You have been asking me to do online workshops for a while now and I have been procrastinating because they require so much time to film and edit... But, the wait is over! Well... almost 😉 Yes, I am currently working on bringing you new fun online...

How to draw a profile face

I enjoyed Adriana Almanza's simple video tutorial showing how to draw a profile face... She does gorgeous girly works, check her out here: http://www.adrianaalmanza.blogspot.de Hope you get inspired to start drawing 🙂 Mimi....

Where to start to create mixed media?

Where to start to create mixed media?

I have always been fascinated by the beautiful artworks created by some mixed media artists. You can use just about anything you have in your studio: paints, pens, paper, lace, small objects, inks, etc and combine to create completely unique and original pieces. But,...

Funky Custom House Numbers & Letters

Funky Custom House Numbers & Letters

Give your house some funky street appeal! There is more work involved than you may think! Each one is sanded, primed, sanded again, hand painted with a minimum of 2 coats and highlighted. Finally, I paint all edges and back in black (2 coats) to make the colours pop...

Tutorial: create your own 3D art!

Tutorial: create your own 3D art!

I came across this fun and well explained tutorial by Soulstyle a few days ago and fell in love with it because it is so easy to create (even for someone who has never been very creative!) and gives you fantastic results. There Tracy has created a canvas with pears on...

Investing in art – what you need to know

Investing in art – what you need to know

Ever wanted to buy art as an investment? You may have already done so many times already or may just want to purchase your first piece but either way, you can't just walk into the process without knowing some very useful advice. For example, have you considered why...

Rules for Hanging Art

Rules for Hanging Art

Everyone knows how to buy a piece of art they like but not everyone knows how to hang it properly once it's unwrapped at home! Sometimes it is crooked, sometimes there is too much stuff around it that detracts from its impact and sometimes, it's not even placed in the...

How to create a wall art gallery

How to create a wall art gallery

Are you in need of some cool ideas to add colour to your room and give it a really modern twist? If you have a lot of photos or paintings you would like to display, creating a wall art gallery is an excellent idea! This will allow you to display everything in one...

Art Collecting for the Faint of Heart

Art Collecting for the Faint of Heart

Not sure what to do to uplift your drab walls? Have you always wanted to add some art in your home but didn't know what to pick or what you really like? Don't worry, there are a few things you can do, starting by figuring out what kind of art you actually like...

Create your own sanctuary…

Create your own sanctuary…

It's not always easy to decorate our homes because there are so many styles to choose from! If like me you would like it to be comfortable and welcoming, how we achieve that? Here are some articles which talk about choosing things like soft colours, mood lighting,...

Decorating ideas for your living room

Decorating ideas for your living room

In most homes there’s one main room that all family members seem to enjoy being in during the evening. Whether it’s to watch television, play a board game or simply to sit and catch up, the living room is often the most used room in the home. When you are considering...

I absolutely adore your work for many reasons, love your use of colour and how you can create so much from just splashes of colour and added design. Your narration and happy presentation is truly inspiring, I can’t wait to see new posts from you whenever I am on YouTube. Keep doing exactly what you are doing… Because your channel is a happy place to be! Love love love
Jay R.

I love watching your videos because you are so free and loving. I need that because I tend to tense up sometimes when painting and I put on one of your videos and they remind me that mistakes aren’t a big deal. They can be worked into the painting and the world keeps moving. xx
Pauline K.

Mimi I can’t wait to see your new book as I’ve been a fan since the first time I saw you on Youtube. I love the beautiful bright colors that you use as they do brighten everyone’s day. How can you not be happy, right? Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful talent with the rest of us. I know everyone can’t wait to see your next painting!
Nancy K.