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I did some rearranging of my gallery wall this week so wanted to share how I mix and match artwork. I have a few of my own pieces up, one from my personal collection, and one new botanical to see how it is to live with it before I get these newest pieces up on my website.

Ignore the holes - I eyeballed my changes (don’t recommend!) so need to do some patching 😂

Do you prefer a gallery wall or large statement piece?

I did some rearranging of my gallery wall this week so wanted to share how I mix and match artwork. I have a few of my own pieces up, one from my personal collection, and one new botanical to see how it is to live with it before I get these newest pieces up on my website.

Ignore the holes - I eyeballed my changes (don’t recommend!) so need to do some patching 😂

Do you prefer a gallery wall or large statement piece?

I’m challenging myself to not buy any new art making supplies this year until I’ve used everything in my studio.

I want to be eco-conscious in a world that needs us to be more than ever, to challenge myself creatively, and to find things I can control when there is an overwhelming amount I can’t.

(The exception will be if I need something specific for a commission, or supplies to hang/install a piece, which I’m not considering art “making” supplies.)

This piece in my sketchbook was created mostly from dried paint from my palette and some that got stuck in the caps of my paint tubes.

A few other things I do to be #environmentallyfriendly :
- keep my studio free of animal products (vegan)
- re-use shipping boxes, bubble wrap, packing supplies, etc. where possible
- repurpose old paintings by painting over them or cutting them into collage for something new
- incorporate natural and recycled materials

At some point, I imagine having a plastic free studio, but I’m not there yet. If you have suggestions for other sustainable art ideas, I’d love you to leave them in the comments.

I’m challenging myself to not buy any new art making supplies this year until I’ve used everything in my studio.

I want to be eco-conscious in a world that needs us to be more than ever, to challenge myself creatively, and to find things I can control when there is an overwhelming amount I can’t.

(The exception will be if I need something specific for a commission, or supplies to hang/install a piece, which I’m not considering art “making” supplies.)

This piece in my sketchbook was created mostly from dried paint from my palette and some that got stuck in the caps of my paint tubes.

A few other things I do to be #environmentallyfriendly :
- keep my studio free of animal products (vegan)
- re-use shipping boxes, bubble wrap, packing supplies, etc. where possible
- repurpose old paintings by painting over them or cutting them into collage for something new
- incorporate natural and recycled materials

At some point, I imagine having a plastic free studio, but I’m not there yet. If you have suggestions for other sustainable art ideas, I’d love you to leave them in the comments.

“Hold on to One Another”, 30x22”, mixed media with watercolor, ink, pencil and acrylic on paper, unframed.

“Hold on to One Another”, 30x22”, mixed media with watercolor, ink, pencil and acrylic on paper, unframed.

A closer look at the POSSIBILITIES collection, my
newest release of abstract mixed media art on paper.

Featuring calming blues, vibrant greens, and metallic gold, these pieces were inspired by the threads of possibility we hold onto in the face of constant change.

You can view the full body of work and collect a painting at www.jocelynelizabeth.com/possibilities. If you’re looking for a statement piece or something to fit a gallery wall, some of my favorite pieces are still available!

A closer look at the POSSIBILITIES collection, my
newest release of abstract mixed media art on paper.

Featuring calming blues, vibrant greens, and metallic gold, these pieces were inspired by the threads of possibility we hold onto in the face of constant change.

You can view the full body of work and collect a painting at www.jocelynelizabeth.com/possibilities. If you’re looking for a statement piece or something to fit a gallery wall, some of my favorite pieces are still available!

It’s been a while since I’ve painted florals but decided to work on these moody abstract botanical / coastal landscapes to start the new year with something full of texture and color. #abstractlandscape #artistmother #botanicalart #coastalliving

It’s been a while since I’ve painted florals but decided to work on these moody abstract botanical / coastal landscapes to start the new year with something full of texture and color. #abstractlandscape #artistmother #botanicalart #coastalliving

Since the Possibilities series is all about what could be, I wanted to let you choose your own orientation for the smaller pieces. I’ve matted them and signed them on the back in the direction I personally prefer, but you can choose the orientation that best speaks to you and your space. I’d love to see how you display them!

Since the Possibilities series is all about what could be, I wanted to let you choose your own orientation for the smaller pieces. I’ve matted them and signed them on the back in the direction I personally prefer, but you can choose the orientation that best speaks to you and your space. I’d love to see how you display them!

I curate audio playlists to paint along to for all of my collections - you can find them on the individual collection pages on my website. The name of this piece, “It’s So Much Easier to Breathe”, came from this song & I’ve decided a 2025 resolution is to stop using trending audio and instead share the music I actually listen to while painting. It’s an important part of my process to get me in the mindset of the work I’m wanting to make - I’m sure the algorithm won’t like it but hope the work will find still the right people.

I curate audio playlists to paint along to for all of my collections - you can find them on the individual collection pages on my website. The name of this piece, “It’s So Much Easier to Breathe”, came from this song & I’ve decided a 2025 resolution is to stop using trending audio and instead share the music I actually listen to while painting. It’s an important part of my process to get me in the mindset of the work I’m wanting to make - I’m sure the algorithm won’t like it but hope the work will find still the right people.

Choose your own adventure (frame) with these pre-matted works on paper. I’m always partial to a gold frame and grabbed this one off my gallery wall to complement the gold paint in the piece.

Choose your own adventure (frame) with these pre-matted works on paper. I’m always partial to a gold frame and grabbed this one off my gallery wall to complement the gold paint in the piece.

Tape pull in real time and couldn’t even let the paint dry I was so impatient 😅

Tape pull in real time and couldn’t even let the paint dry I was so impatient 😅

I finished the year with this commission, “I’m By Your Side”. My client loved the final painting (a holiday gift for her spouse) and texted me “I don’t think I can wait the 8 days until Christmas to hang it up!”.

Now that it’s been gifted, I’m excited to share it with you here because I love it too! I’ve opened 2 commission spots for 2025 so if you’re looking for a custom piece, DM me for info or see my commissions page on my website☺️

I finished the year with this commission, “I’m By Your Side”. My client loved the final painting (a holiday gift for her spouse) and texted me “I don’t think I can wait the 8 days until Christmas to hang it up!”.

Now that it’s been gifted, I’m excited to share it with you here because I love it too! I’ve opened 2 commission spots for 2025 so if you’re looking for a custom piece, DM me for info or see my commissions page on my website☺️

Threads of Possibility no. 10

Threads of Possibility no. 10

This is one of my favorite pieces from the new body of work and I hope it finds the perfect home, though I’m tempted to add it to my personal collection. I’ve had plans to update my gallery wall for a very long time - but it’s officially winter break for my son so I’m putting that and all other projects to the side until the new year!

I will spend some time on my 2025 plan this week and maybe recap the year in my Substack studio journal, but will mostly be running around with Landry - we played our first snow soccer game today after school (and I am sure it won’t be the last)!

I’m going to spend less time on social media this week but my online shop is open, so if you are looking to grab a piece, I’ll package and ship orders by the end of next week.

Hope everyone enjoys some time off & with loved ones to end the year ✨

This is one of my favorite pieces from the new body of work and I hope it finds the perfect home, though I’m tempted to add it to my personal collection. I’ve had plans to update my gallery wall for a very long time - but it’s officially winter break for my son so I’m putting that and all other projects to the side until the new year!

I will spend some time on my 2025 plan this week and maybe recap the year in my Substack studio journal, but will mostly be running around with Landry - we played our first snow soccer game today after school (and I am sure it won’t be the last)!

I’m going to spend less time on social media this week but my online shop is open, so if you are looking to grab a piece, I’ll package and ship orders by the end of next week.

Hope everyone enjoys some time off & with loved ones to end the year ✨

Is it just me or does everyone else want to redecorate their entire home after seeing this green bathroom + this painting?

“In the Darkness of the Wild”, 22x30”, available

Is it just me or does everyone else want to redecorate their entire home after seeing this green bathroom + this painting?

“In the Darkness of the Wild”, 22x30”, available

“Making Space for Something New”, 22x30”, feels a little like clouds or maybe snow falling over the ocean to me. It’s a reminder to embrace fresh starts and see the possibility in everything. The perfect piece for you if you want a statement piece that brings coastal elegance to your space: a sense of calm and openness, featuring both serene white and layers of ocean blues.

“Making Space for Something New”, 22x30”, feels a little like clouds or maybe snow falling over the ocean to me. It’s a reminder to embrace fresh starts and see the possibility in everything. The perfect piece for you if you want a statement piece that brings coastal elegance to your space: a sense of calm and openness, featuring both serene white and layers of ocean blues.

I love using astrology to predict which art pieces are a match for your collection. These pieces are screaming Aquarius to me with some Cancer and Pisces mixed in.

Comment your sign (all 3 if you know them!) and I’ll DM you the perfect piece. You can also take my Art Style by Zodiac Quiz (link in bio) for more recommendations. (These newest pieces aren’t incorporated yet but I’ll be updating the quiz this week)!

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#taa2024artist #taa2024artists #astrology #zodiac #zodiacart #coastalstyle #coastaldecor #wallart #gallerywall #coastalaesthetic #jocelynelizabeth #artistmother #newenglandart #northshorema #bostonart #capecodart

I love using astrology to predict which art pieces are a match for your collection. These pieces are screaming Aquarius to me with some Cancer and Pisces mixed in.

Comment your sign (all 3 if you know them!) and I’ll DM you the perfect piece. You can also take my Art Style by Zodiac Quiz (link in bio) for more recommendations. (These newest pieces aren’t incorporated yet but I’ll be updating the quiz this week)!

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#taa2024artist #taa2024artists #astrology #zodiac #zodiacart #coastalstyle #coastaldecor #wallart #gallerywall #coastalaesthetic #jocelynelizabeth #artistmother #newenglandart #northshorema #bostonart #capecodart

These pieces from my POSSIBILITIES collection bring wonder and modern coastal luxury to your wall. They’re matted to fit a standard 11x14” frame so all you have to do is choose a frame that fits your style and it’s ready to hang. Let me know which one(s)you’d choose!

View the full collection at www.jocelynelizabeth.com/possibilities ✨

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#artmadeeasy #curateyourspace #gallerywallinspo #artistmother #abstractart #coastalart #capecod #northshorema #taa2024artists #taa2024artist #artcollection #fineart #emergingartist #bostonart #massart #colorfulabstracts #abstractcoastal #modernart #coastalinteriors #seasideinteriors

These pieces from my POSSIBILITIES collection bring wonder and modern coastal luxury to your wall. They’re matted to fit a standard 11x14” frame so all you have to do is choose a frame that fits your style and it’s ready to hang. Let me know which one(s)you’d choose!

View the full collection at www.jocelynelizabeth.com/possibilities ✨

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#artmadeeasy #curateyourspace #gallerywallinspo #artistmother #abstractart #coastalart #capecod #northshorema #taa2024artists #taa2024artist #artcollection #fineart #emergingartist #bostonart #massart #colorfulabstracts #abstractcoastal #modernart #coastalinteriors #seasideinteriors

(Sold) Thank you to a new collector for choosing “Taking the Long Way” from my new POSSIBILITIES collection. I sent it off to its new home today and know it will look amazing.

You can view the whole collection on my website. If you’d like some help visualizing how a piece will look in your space, I can mock it up for you! Just email me at hello@jocelynelizabeth.com with a photo of your room and which piece you like!

(Sold) Thank you to a new collector for choosing “Taking the Long Way” from my new POSSIBILITIES collection. I sent it off to its new home today and know it will look amazing.

You can view the whole collection on my website. If you’d like some help visualizing how a piece will look in your space, I can mock it up for you! Just email me at hello@jocelynelizabeth.com with a photo of your room and which piece you like!

It’s So Much Easier to Breathe, 30x22”, watercolor, ink and acrylic on high quality watercolor paper with a deckled edge, now available.

It’s So Much Easier to Breathe, 30x22”, watercolor, ink and acrylic on high quality watercolor paper with a deckled edge, now available.

New Realities no. 06, 11x14” collage made from mixed media paintings (watercolor, pencil and ink) on paper

Collage making has been very meditative for me this month. My painting process is intuitive and messy, and I have to be listening to music and singing or I can’t get the energy out. This process let me get into a flow state in a much calmer energy (at least less moving around and more sitting, though there was still music and singing…)

The POSSIBILITIES series is about holding onto threads of possibility in the face of constant change. The concept was born because I’ve been feeling “in between”, but it also applies just as much to me exploring different facets of myself through my practice. I’ve learned that if I’m not in the right mood to paint energetically, I can focus on the time consuming process of painting thin gold lines with a small brush, or methodically glue pieces of paper together to repurpose some of the mess around me.

I wish I had extra scraps from this series to make more, but I’ve used literally every last spare piece. Now, I’m thinking about how to take some of these studies and make them bigger. I have ideas for other concepts to use similar techniques in other colors. And I’m excited to see where this will lead.

I haven’t written in my Substack studio journal in a while so may expand on these thoughts there in an annual wrap up, if you’re interested.

(And I’m getting these pieces up on my website so they will be available soon!)

New Realities no. 06, 11x14” collage made from mixed media paintings (watercolor, pencil and ink) on paper

Collage making has been very meditative for me this month. My painting process is intuitive and messy, and I have to be listening to music and singing or I can’t get the energy out. This process let me get into a flow state in a much calmer energy (at least less moving around and more sitting, though there was still music and singing…)

The POSSIBILITIES series is about holding onto threads of possibility in the face of constant change. The concept was born because I’ve been feeling “in between”, but it also applies just as much to me exploring different facets of myself through my practice. I’ve learned that if I’m not in the right mood to paint energetically, I can focus on the time consuming process of painting thin gold lines with a small brush, or methodically glue pieces of paper together to repurpose some of the mess around me.

I wish I had extra scraps from this series to make more, but I’ve used literally every last spare piece. Now, I’m thinking about how to take some of these studies and make them bigger. I have ideas for other concepts to use similar techniques in other colors. And I’m excited to see where this will lead.

I haven’t written in my Substack studio journal in a while so may expand on these thoughts there in an annual wrap up, if you’re interested.

(And I’m getting these pieces up on my website so they will be available soon!)

This painting feels like December to me. “It’s So Much Easier to Breathe”, 30x22”. Layers of watercolor, ink and charcoal with an iridescent acrylic on top. Available this week!

This painting feels like December to me. “It’s So Much Easier to Breathe”, 30x22”. Layers of watercolor, ink and charcoal with an iridescent acrylic on top. Available this week!

New Realities no. 01-05, mixed media collage on paper, 5.5x8”. They will be matted to fit 11x14” frames so you can easily fit them into one of your choosing.

Coming to my website next week- DM me or comment POSSIBILITIES if you want early access when they’re live and I’ll get you signed up for my mailing list!

New Realities no. 01-05, mixed media collage on paper, 5.5x8”. They will be matted to fit 11x14” frames so you can easily fit them into one of your choosing.

Coming to my website next week- DM me or comment POSSIBILITIES if you want early access when they’re live and I’ll get you signed up for my mailing list!

“Making Space for Something New”, 22x30” on watercolor paper with a deckled edge. Coming next week to my website!

“Making Space for Something New”, 22x30” on watercolor paper with a deckled edge. Coming next week to my website!

My favorite time to paint is in the early morning, but with my son’s schedule, this morning was the first in a long time that I spent 45 uninterrupted minutes in the studio before anyone else woke up.

I try to do a daily sketchbook painting (tho haven’t lately) and they usually have nothing to do with any ongoing body of work, and more to do with something random I’m thinking about. Which lately, it seems, is trees.

Living in Massachusetts for most of life (with a few detours to Connecticut, France and California), I’ve always been surrounded by forests. I grew up on a cul-de-sac and spent time playing with my brothers in the woods next to my house, crossing fallen tree trunks over muddy wetlands and having pretend sword fights with broken branches. I spent hours walking my son in his stroller on the bike path near my house in the height of the pandemic. I lay in my hammock and look up at my oak tree as often as I can. I ran cross country in high school, which meant hours running trails in sun or rain or snow.

For these last few months, those same trails have been burning to the ground. We’ve been in a level 3 drought since October. Some state parks are reopening after much needed rain last week, but others are closed and we’re still in a drought. Some days I’ve walked out of my house and been hit in the face with the smell of smoke, and at times the air has been so thick with it that my son’s kindergarten class couldn’t go outside for recess.

So far during 2024, over 4,200 MA acres have burned in over 1200 fires. That’s more than 2022-2023 combined. I recently read a stat that said abnormal droughts are affecting almost 70% of the US population, and every state except Alaska.

I don’t have a good ending to this caption turned diary entry, so will leave you with this referral to the @allwecansave project, which creates programs to support climate engagement, and is a place I’m trying to spend more time in lieu of mindless social media scrolling. There’s a lot of work to be done, and today, it seems, my work was creating this painting. If you’re interested in similar work, I’d love to hear about what you’re up to in the comments 🌳

My favorite time to paint is in the early morning, but with my son’s schedule, this morning was the first in a long time that I spent 45 uninterrupted minutes in the studio before anyone else woke up.

I try to do a daily sketchbook painting (tho haven’t lately) and they usually have nothing to do with any ongoing body of work, and more to do with something random I’m thinking about. Which lately, it seems, is trees.

Living in Massachusetts for most of life (with a few detours to Connecticut, France and California), I’ve always been surrounded by forests. I grew up on a cul-de-sac and spent time playing with my brothers in the woods next to my house, crossing fallen tree trunks over muddy wetlands and having pretend sword fights with broken branches. I spent hours walking my son in his stroller on the bike path near my house in the height of the pandemic. I lay in my hammock and look up at my oak tree as often as I can. I ran cross country in high school, which meant hours running trails in sun or rain or snow.

For these last few months, those same trails have been burning to the ground. We’ve been in a level 3 drought since October. Some state parks are reopening after much needed rain last week, but others are closed and we’re still in a drought. Some days I’ve walked out of my house and been hit in the face with the smell of smoke, and at times the air has been so thick with it that my son’s kindergarten class couldn’t go outside for recess.

So far during 2024, over 4,200 MA acres have burned in over 1200 fires. That’s more than 2022-2023 combined. I recently read a stat that said abnormal droughts are affecting almost 70% of the US population, and every state except Alaska.

I don’t have a good ending to this caption turned diary entry, so will leave you with this referral to the @allwecansave project, which creates programs to support climate engagement, and is a place I’m trying to spend more time in lieu of mindless social media scrolling. There’s a lot of work to be done, and today, it seems, my work was creating this painting. If you’re interested in similar work, I’d love to hear about what you’re up to in the comments 🌳

“From the Ashes Something Beautiful Will Grow (What Will Endure)”, 16x20”, watercolor, pencil and ink on paper

“From the Ashes Something Beautiful Will Grow (What Will Endure)”, 16x20”, watercolor, pencil and ink on paper

A few of my favorites from my upcoming series- it has definitely crossed my mind to keep one (or a few) for my personal collection!

These original mixed media paintings on watercolor paper will be matted to fit an 11x14” frame, which is my favorite way to display these minis. Artwork size shown will be 4.5x6” or 5.5x8” (collage).

There are also a few larger pieces available & I’m happy to work with you on framing options.

Coming next week, exact date TBD soon. As always, my mailing list will get early access!

A few of my favorites from my upcoming series- it has definitely crossed my mind to keep one (or a few) for my personal collection!

These original mixed media paintings on watercolor paper will be matted to fit an 11x14” frame, which is my favorite way to display these minis. Artwork size shown will be 4.5x6” or 5.5x8” (collage).

There are also a few larger pieces available & I’m happy to work with you on framing options.

Coming next week, exact date TBD soon. As always, my mailing list will get early access!

This has been a strange, sometimes wonder-filled, sometimes stressful year. I know there are threads of possibility all around, so that’s what I’ve been painting lately as a reminder to myself on the days I start to forget. If you’ve been feeling the same, I hope these paintings remind you, too.

This has been a strange, sometimes wonder-filled, sometimes stressful year. I know there are threads of possibility all around, so that’s what I’ve been painting lately as a reminder to myself on the days I start to forget. If you’ve been feeling the same, I hope these paintings remind you, too.

Insomnia problems: when you wake up at 2:40am and can’t fall back asleep so you spent 3 hours working and now it’s 6:15 and your 5 year old is about to wake up and you wish you could go back to sleep 😅

New POSSIBILITIES collection coming as soon as I can get all the web listings finished. My mailing list, as always, will get early access! Exactly date to be shared in the next few days!

Insomnia problems: when you wake up at 2:40am and can’t fall back asleep so you spent 3 hours working and now it’s 6:15 and your 5 year old is about to wake up and you wish you could go back to sleep 😅

New POSSIBILITIES collection coming as soon as I can get all the web listings finished. My mailing list, as always, will get early access! Exactly date to be shared in the next few days!

Shimmering details in this work in progress. I have a back log of work in my studio and I’m starting to get them photographed and up on my website. Let me know if you want to be notified when they’re available!

Shimmering details in this work in progress. I have a back log of work in my studio and I��’m starting to get them photographed and up on my website. Let me know if you want to be notified when they’re available!

I’ve been trying to spend less time on social media lately in favor of reading, studio time, and resting. Some days are successful and others I end up down a 30m rabbit hole of singing reels. But whatever I’m doing, I love to have a candle in the background and this hand painted one from my collab with @lightandgalecandleco is my favorite for this time of year: all natural soy wax, a wooden wick, moody green and metallic colors, and the scent of balsam, patchouli and cedar that brings the outdoors in.

I have 5 left & free shipping for any item in my gift shop thru Monday@12/2. Comment or DM me if you want the link!

I’ve been trying to spend less time on social media lately in favor of reading, studio time, and resting. Some days are successful and others I end up down a 30m rabbit hole of singing reels. But whatever I’m doing, I love to have a candle in the background and this hand painted one from my collab with @lightandgalecandleco is my favorite for this time of year: all natural soy wax, a wooden wick, moody green and metallic colors, and the scent of balsam, patchouli and cedar that brings the outdoors in.

I have 5 left & free shipping for any item in my gift shop thru Monday@12/2. Comment or DM me if you want the link!

5x7” works on paper (mini studies and collage) on their way - perfect for hanging in a group, or fitting a shelf or smaller space.

I’m thinking about offering them matted so all you have to do is pop them into your preferred frame. Let me know your preference below!

5x7” works on paper (mini studies and collage) on their way - perfect for hanging in a group, or fitting a shelf or smaller space.

I’m thinking about offering them matted so all you have to do is pop them into your preferred frame. Let me know your preference below!

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