Welcome to the Canvas Chronicles

Creating art from something found

May 06, 2024

First, a quick intro to why we are here

Hi, I’m Colette, a designer & artist

During a recent move, I stumbled upon a box full of drawings, journal entries, and stories I wrote when I was a kid. It made me realize why I started to make art in the first place — for fun.

The concept of “fun” isn’t something I think much about anymore when creating art.

Over the years I’ve felt pressure (as I’m sure many creators have) to develop a distinct style, curate deep meaning behind each piece, and work as quickly and efficiently as possible.

I think and rethink creative concepts, dismantling my ideas before they even have a chance to hit the paper — my personal cycle of creative paralysis.

I’ve even thought about this very moment, the cursor blinking on a blank page. What exactly would I say? But I could never thread my words together in just the right way to present to the public.

Yet here I am, because someone recently said to me “Progress over perfection,” and I’m putting it to practice.

So here you are, a witness to my progress, and the beginnings of the Canvas Chronicles.

So what exactly are the Canvas Chronicles?

A weekly art challenge where there is only one rule:

I have to find my canvas

Think old frames, reclaimed wood, furniture, clothes, anything that can be drawn or painted on. I can buy it. It just can’t be new.

What’s the point?

The root of creating art (at least my root) — for fun.

What can we expect?

I’ll be sending out a weekly newsletter every Monday detailing my ventures to finding a canvas, my artwork inspiration, process, and the finished piece.

So now what?

Now is a good time to hit that subscribe button, sit back, and follow along!

If you choose to support for free you:

✉️ Will receive The Canvas Chronicles weekly newsletter

If you choose to support through a paid subscription you:

✉️ Will receive The Canvas Chronicles weekly newsletter
🏆 Are automatically entered to win an original piece from the series every 3 months
🖼️ Get early access to any artwork for sale at a 10% discount
🎨 Support this series by providing funds for supplies

💞However you choose to support my project, you are greatly appreciated!💞

A special note for fellow artists (and non-artists)

If there are any readers who want to join me in the challenge, there’s nothing I would love more (no matter your skill level)! Email me an image of your work by Saturday and I will feature you in that week’s newsletter!
✉️ kocekcolette@gmail.com