21 SECRETS

This week, the spotlight shines on Petra Hrziwnatzki and her very uplifting spirit! I adore Petra’s adventurous spirit when it comes to trying things outside of her comfort zone and I think it’s really awesome she aims to instill such positive energy into the art she creates for others. Petra has learned for herself, firsthand, that creating art is a form of self-care and in her 21 SECRETS Paper, Glue, Scissors workshop—The Gentle Wildflower—she shares how to create work that is layered with this same positivity.

Alma de la Melena Cox is this week’s Spotlight Artist. I was first introduced to Alma’s vibrant, layered, textile-inspired art through her book, Collage Fusion (North Light Books, 2009). It’s hard to believe that was a decade ago, but I love that Alma has stayed true to her authentic voice and continues to create unique, vibrant art today. Her style has morphed a bit through the years (as does that of most of us) but it’s always told fascinating stories.

This week’s Spotlight Artist is Kim Henkel. In her  21 SECRETS Paper, Glue, Scissors workshop—Drawn to Collage—Kim shares her lovely process for working her own drawings into collage. In her remote Yukon home, Kim loves using the beautiful natural elements that surround her to inspire a wide variety of artistic pursuits. I’m happy to let Kim share a bit more about herself here.