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My Instagram Weekly Round Up: You Are Worthy

I'm obsessed with Instagram – it's my favorite online home! Here's a recap from the last week, and for those of you who aren't on Instagram, come and join me! And you can click here to see all the Instagram updates right here on my blog!

Friday, July 17

I took a short trip to Manzanita yesterday with a couple of girlfriends. This little town holds so much magic for me. It would be a dream to be able to own a little cabin here someday. The weather was gorgeous and so much peace in my soul. Love you, #manzanita! - See more at: http://iconosquare.com/viewer.php#/de...
Print available in my shopNOTICE: You are hereby allowed to be happy, to love yourself, to realize your worth, to believe in great things, and to be treated with love and respect. I've seen this quote floating around the Internet, and I adore it. Good reminder going into the weekend, my friends. Have a great one! - See more at: http://iconosquare.com/viewer.php#/de...
NOTICE: You are hereby allowed to be happy, to love yourself, to realize your worth, to believe in great things, and to be treated with love and respect.

I've seen this quote floating around the Internet, and I adore it. Good reminder going into the weekend, my friends. Have a great one!

I took a short trip to Manzanita yesterday with a couple of girlfriends. This little town holds so much magic for me. It would be a dream to be able to own a little cabin here someday. The weather was gorgeous and so much peace in my soul. Love you, #manzanita! - See more at: http://iconosquare.com/viewer.php#/de... took a short trip to Manzanita yesterday with a couple of girlfriends. This little town holds so much magic for me. It would be a dream to be able to own a little cabin here someday. The weather was gorgeous and so much peace in my soul. Love you, #manzanita! - See more at: http://iconosquare.com/viewer.php#/de... took a short trip to Manzanita yesterday with a couple of girlfriends. This little town holds so much magic for me. It would be a dream to be able to own a little cabin here someday. The weather was gorgeous and so much peace in my soul. Love you, #manzanita! - See more at: http://iconosquare.com/viewer.php#/de... took a short trip to Manzanita yesterday with a couple of girlfriends. This little town holds so much magic for me. It would be a dream to be able to own a little cabin here someday. The weather was gorgeous and so much peace in my soul. Love you, #manzanita! - See more at: http://iconosquare.com/viewer.php#/de... took a short trip to Manzanita yesterday with a couple of girlfriends. This little town holds so much magic for me. It would be a dream to be able to own a little cabin here someday. The weather was gorgeous and so much peace in my soul. Love you, #manzanita! - See more at: http://iconosquare.com/viewer.php#/de... took a short trip to Manzanita yesterday with a couple of girlfriends. This little town holds so much magic for me. It would be a dream to be able to own a little cabin here someday. The weather was gorgeous and so much peace in my soul. Love you, #manzanita! - See more at: http://iconosquare.com/viewer.php#/de...
Current view.
Saturday, July 18

Super rad day over here with both sets of grands, water balloons, good food, a birthday cake for America, cocktails, major squeal inducing play, and some very modest but just right fire works in the backyard on a very hot and sunlit evening. - See more at: http://iconosquare.com/viewer.php#/de... been diving into this book while listening to the ocean. So far, so good. Super interesting read! Makes me wanna up my mediation game.


Monday, July 20
 
Print available from my shop
“Let today be the day you finally release yourself from the imprisonment of past grudges and anger. Simplify your life. Let go of the poisonous past and live the abundantly beautiful present... today.” ― Steve Maraboli

Today can be that day.    
Good to be back home. Thanks to the Oregon Coast for a couple of self nurturing days and a couple of family days with my boys. Back to the studio in the morn!


It's rare to see him still, only happens when he's asleep. He is such a little dude with such well thought out plans, opinions, ideas, and dance moves that I often have to remind myself that he's only been here four small years. My goodness how my heart and life have been stretched, changed, rewired and born anew since this crazy and wise and serious and playful and willful and chilled out little fella made his appearance. For those of you who have not ventured into parenthood yet, let me say this: it's a spiritual experience that never ends.

Tuesday, July 21

Print available from my shop
"Promise me that you'll give faith a fighting chance,
And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance.
I hope you dance." – Lee Ann Womack

One of my favorite songs ever!



It's a sick day for me, but this card I recently received is making everything better.

Wednesday, July 22
 


Print available from my shop

It's a joy full life.
I believe when all else fails love always wins.
I believe in practicing courage every single day.
I believe kindness changes everything.
I believe in telling our messy, complicated, beautiful stories.
I believe nothing is wasted and everything shapes us.
I believe in letting go and trusting the process.
I believe we are all part of something beautiful, something bigger, something deeply, profoundly, astonishingly...good.

Day by day, we can make this a joy-full life.


Loving all the backgrounds students are posting to the #hellosoulhellomantras feed! We have new students joining the painting ecourse every day. I continue to be so so so inspired by their willingness and brave creative moves!

They're like flowers on top of long stilts and I swear they just shot up out of this succulent overnite. Friends, I'm still under the weather but trying to get to the other side without making it worse. Grateful for my bed. 
Thursday, July 9



One of our favorite projects we've done is to make a stage out of True's old platform bed. He is obsessed with this space and if you were to come over he would immediately say something like "wanna come downstairs and watch a performance?" He hangs out here for hours practicing his Michael Jackson songs and dance moves. At least once a day we are beckoned to be the "audience". I love watching his love of music and dance and performance continue to inspire him endlessly. He recently started a hip hop dance class and he is INTO it.  
I had to write today's one word mantra on my wrist. I'm needing to call upon my fierce bits to push through this week that is kicking my butt.


That's it for this week! Check back here next week for another update, or join us over on Instagram for daily photos and thoughts!

XO,
Kelly Rae

My Instagram Weekly Round Up – Coastal Trips, Kid Wisdom, and Healing Vibes

I'm obsessed with Instagram – it's my favorite online home! Here's a recap from the last week, and for those of you who aren't on Instagram, come and join me! And you can click here to see all the Instagram updates right here on my blog!

Friday, July 3 

I took a short trip to Manzanita yesterday with a couple of girlfriends. This little town holds so much magic for me. It would be a dream to be able to own a little cabin here someday. The weather was gorgeous and so much peace in my soul. Love you, #manzanita! - See more at: http://iconosquare.com/viewer.php#/de...
I took a short trip to Manzanita yesterday with a couple of girlfriends. This little town holds so much magic for me. It would be a dream to be able to own a little cabin here someday. The weather was gorgeous and so much peace in my soul. Love you, Manzanita!
I took a short trip to Manzanita yesterday with a couple of girlfriends. This little town holds so much magic for me. It would be a dream to be able to own a little cabin here someday. The weather was gorgeous and so much peace in my soul. Love you, #manzanita! - See more at: http://iconosquare.com/viewer.php#/de... took a short trip to Manzanita yesterday with a couple of girlfriends. This little town holds so much magic for me. It would be a dream to be able to own a little cabin here someday. The weather was gorgeous and so much peace in my soul. Love you, #manzanita! - See more at: http://iconosquare.com/viewer.php#/de... took a short trip to Manzanita yesterday with a couple of girlfriends. This little town holds so much magic for me. It would be a dream to be able to own a little cabin here someday. The weather was gorgeous and so much peace in my soul. Love you, #manzanita! - See more at: http://iconosquare.com/viewer.php#/de... took a short trip to Manzanita yesterday with a couple of girlfriends. This little town holds so much magic for me. It would be a dream to be able to own a little cabin here someday. The weather was gorgeous and so much peace in my soul. Love you, #manzanita! - See more at: http://iconosquare.com/viewer.php#/de... took a short trip to Manzanita yesterday with a couple of girlfriends. This little town holds so much magic for me. It would be a dream to be able to own a little cabin here someday. The weather was gorgeous and so much peace in my soul. Love you, #manzanita! - See more at: http://iconosquare.com/viewer.php#/de... took a short trip to Manzanita yesterday with a couple of girlfriends. This little town holds so much magic for me. It would be a dream to be able to own a little cabin here someday. The weather was gorgeous and so much peace in my soul. Love you, #manzanita! - See more at: http://iconosquare.com/viewer.php#/de...
I've been coming here for about 15 years, first with John, then with True, sometimes in the summer, sometimes in the heart of winter when it's stormy, sleepy, and perfect. It's also the birthplace of one of my tribes, the lovebombers, many many years ago. When I found these two sand dollars, one with a heart shape and the other with a butterfly crack, I thought how perfect of what this place has represented for me. A place of taking flight. And a place of love in friendships, in self nurturing, and in family. I hope it keeps its small endearing charm and big magical beauty forever.
Saturday, July 4

Super rad day over here with both sets of grands, water balloons, good food, a birthday cake for America, cocktails, major squeal inducing play, and some very modest but just right fire works in the backyard on a very hot and sunlit evening. - See more at: http://iconosquare.com/viewer.php#/de... rad day over here with both sets of grands, water balloons, good food, a birthday cake for America, cocktails, major squeal inducing play, and some very modest but just right fire works in the backyard on a very hot and sunlit evening. 

Sunday, July 5


Apparently this giant old growth tree stump is well loved.

We have joined the Podcasting Revolution! Yee-haw!

Friends, I'm not totally sure how this happened, but I've joined the podcasting revolution! Nichole suggested we try it, and after two very casual, easy, and interesting episodes, we're gonna keep going with more! It turns out I sort of love it, and it's an excellent peek in my life as a working artist, mama, wife, friend, and more.

So. Come join me and my co-host Nichole for conversations about bravery, tenderness, and achievement, PLUS answering your questions, Taylor Swift sing-alongs, giggle fits, and so much more! Our first couple of episodes are available streaming on our website AND you can subscribe in the iTunes Store as well. Check in out. 

Also, help us create more episodes by sending your questions, queries, thoughts, and stories on anything possibilitarian to hello@kellyraeroberts.com!

She decided it was time to trust her joy, her voice, her wings.

Trusting my JOY has been one of my life's most spiritual journeys. My natural default/temperament is more on the serious side, more on the responsible side, more on the cautious side. Joy has been a beautiful teacher for me my whole life, encouraging me to trust its deep deep river of wisdom. And it's true.  Every single time I listen, trust, and follow my own brand of Joy, I'm better for it. It means wearing my joy,  housing my joy, surrounding myself with what inspires me, cultivating a circle of joyful friends, and being intentional about how I can make whatever I'm doing more infused with Joy. What I've found is that the deeper I lean into Joy, the deeper I lean into gratitude, the deeper I lean into Peace, knowing that whatever comes my way I can trust my joy, my wisest voice, my wings. These are my spirit's companions, always.  
XO,Kelly Rae
PS: This new piece is available in my shop. 
PPS: Also, I thought it might be fun to show you the process of this painting from start to finish! I shared a bit of this over on Instagram + Facebook yesterday, but here's the whole thing.....


With Art in Motion, I share the visual journey through the life of one of my paintings — from the blank canvas, to the first splash of inspiration, all the way to the finished piece. Enjoy to the fullest!

Click here to see all the posts in this ongoing project series.




First, I covered the canvas in papers (vintage), using Gel Medium (link below).

Then, I whitewashed the entire canvas with watery white paint.

I did something I haven't done before which is create her face using a Pitt Pens (link below), along with craypas. I loved how quick and fast it was as I generally use oil sticks which take time to dry. 

Outlined her hair and body with Pitt Pen. 

I then colored in her hair and created shirt using the Pitt Pens again (LOVE those!)

I used my white paint to put tiny dots in her hair, and then used the gel medium to adhere the wings.

I then decided I didn't want the yellow wing and covered it up with white paint.

I played around with composition of collage elements. I decided to go with the top right after polling my Instagram and Facebook friends who were so helpful in helping me choose!
There you have it, friends! I hope you enjoyed this little glimpse into my process!  And for those of you interested in unleashing your creative joy with me, come take my on-line painting class with me! 

Also, I get so many questions about which art supplies I use and love. You can check out my favorite supplies for making art  (with descriptions) over here or if it's easier, I've put some easy links below for you :)



Tabletop Easel Canvas Boards Golden Fluid Acrylics Spray Bottle Liquitex Soft Body Acrylics Brayer Gel Medium (Gloss) Stabilo Pencils (Black) Gesso Shiva Oil Paintstiks Alphabet Stamps Alphabet Stencils Face Color Pitt Pens White Sharpie Paint Pin (fine tip) Black Pitt Pens Ott light Heat Gun Stencils My Book (Taking Flight)InLinkz.com

XO,Kelly Rae

Let Art Out, Let Love In: thoughts on allowing our inner child to drive the bus

I didn’t know it at first, but as I’ve made my way into the creative life, I’ve learned that the process of painting and creating art is a beautiful playground in which to learn a ton of life’s lessons around healing, courage, imperfections, change, and so much more. Simply put, what comes up for us on the canvas also comes up for us in life, and when we’re willing to truly allow and surrender to the process of creating art, our entire lives open up.

My vision and mission for this blog series is in direct service to that truth: when we let art out, we let love in.

And so. My hope for you as you read through this on-going series is that you see how painting, or any creative process, is so much more than splattering paint on a canvas – that it’s a much deeper journey, an excavation of who we are and who we want to become. As with most creative endeavors, painting is very much a spiritual practice. 

All photos in this post are credited to the talented Zipporah Lomax.


“It took me four years to paint like Raphael, but a lifetime to paint like a child.” - Pablo Picasso

You know how most of the time your adult self is in the driver’s seat? You’ve got a job, responsibilities, bills to pay. You’ve got mature relationships to cultivate, heal, and grow.  You’re problem solving, putting out fires, having important conversations. You’re self aware, nurturing your inner life with books, inspiration, ideas. You’re a caregiver, tending to people in your life who depend on you, and generally navigating a big world. In just about every minute of our everyday lives our adult selves are in the driver’s seat. If we’re lucky, the windows are down, the music is on, and the roads are smooth. But even in our best case scenarios, we’re holding it all together as we adults are expected to do.


Sometimes, when I’m in fear or anger, my adult self hops into the backseat and my inner child self takes the wheel for a bit. And I can tell you that fear and anger are not generally good times for my inner child to be driving the bus. There are meltdowns, unproductive arguments, gremlins, poor decisions, and more. One of my biggest life lessons has been to recognize when my child self is in the driver’s seat (usually causing all sorts of havoc), and then to gently talk to her, tend to her, assure her that all is going to be okay, while kindly escorting her to the backseat. My adult self then regains control of the driver’s seat, fully capable of handling overwhelm, fear, and anger in ways that aren’t destructive or hurtful. Along the way, she glances in the rear view mirror at her child self and lovingly says, “I got you.”

We all have this kind of duality, these versions of ourselves that are tucked in the car with us.

Throughout our lives there are a few magical moments, however, when our lives invite us to allow our inner child to take the driving wheel. And creating art is one of those magical, beautiful moments.


I run a very busy successful business. Most of the time my adult self is most certainly driving the car when it comes to my art business. However, the second I’m at my studio table, my adult self is kindly asked to take the backseat while my inner child 100% takes control of the wheel. It’s essential, actually. Imperative. And 100% required.

Why?

Because it’s my inner child who will unleash her joy, make bold moves, be fearless on the canvas. It’s my inner child who has not yet learned that there are so-called rules to making art. She’s free, unconscious in her choices, extremely curious, open, and most of all she is having loads of fun splashing paint everywhere. She knows what delights her, and moves on quickly if she’s not having fun. She doesn’t mind making a mess. She is intuitively creative, inspired, and has imagination! And she’s not attached to making a “perfect” masterpiece.



Unleashing our joy on the canvas is about making a conscious decision to put your inner 6-7-8 year old self into the driver’s seat and put your adult self in the back seat for a bit.  Invite your inner child, that part of yourself that is brilliant at accessing your deep curiosity and joy, and let her take the lead.


“Painting is easy when you don't know how, but very difficult when you do.” - Edgar Degas
There will be lots of resistance and friction along the way as your controlled adult self fights to take the wheel, but just like with anything, it’s takes practice. And the fruit of all that practice? Not just brilliant paintings, but a ton of lessons that come straight from the heart of our wise, beautiful inner child selves.

XO,
Kelly Rae




PS: I'd love it if you joined me for one of my online painting courses where we dive deeper into the creative journey and all of its exquisite life lessons while also creating gorgeous paintings inside a community of the most joyful spirits ever. Check it out! 

Home Tour: Kelly Rae's Kitchen!

Hello friends!
I recently shared the dining room and living room tours with you, and today it's all kitchen! We've now been in our home about 15 months. As I've said in the other room tours, it's taken that long to truly get settled in, and we just love love love it here. This is our first summer in this house where we're not unpacking, and we're enjoying the lazy weekends, the room to spread out, and watching the gardens outside come to life!
Okay, enjoy the kitchen tour! This kitchen was a HUGE seller for us, making this house the one we couldn't let go. We walked into it, and fell in love. 
BEFORE:

This is what the kitchen looked like when we moved in. We LOVED its size, and although we loved the clean, crisp whiteness of it, we had to do our thing and make it colorful and more homie. 
AFTER:

Hello color! 


We changed out the orange island light shades with clear shades. We painted the island palladian blue (benji moore), dressed up the stools in ruffles, and put up some curtains above the sink.
We adore this kitchen! 

We also created a little office nook where the drink refrigerator/bar area of the counter once lived (see before photo above). This was a quick and easy makeover. We simply removed the fridge and replaced it with an office chair, and then hung wallpaper (Rifle Paper Co) directly over the tiles. Voila! 
We then used a clear plastic desk pad to insert photos and artwork under, creating more of an office vibe vs counter vibe. We use this little nook A LOT. Love it! 

The other side of our kitchen had a wall that was a blank slate. We looked and looked and LOOKED for a large hutch to fill out this space. We never found one, so we created a wall of apple crates to hold our kitchen treasures. I love how this turned out! We already had the farm table below it from our old house. 
Here's a closer look at that wall:

Under the table are wooden bins that store True's building block/marble ramp toys. It's hard to tell in the photo above, but to the left of this wall is a little mud room.
Here's what the mud room looks like:

For those of you who have been following along for many years, you may remember this dresser project when we covered it in vintage wallpaper pieces. You can see that DIY here. In this house, it works perfectly in the mud room to house scarves, hats, etc. The floor in this little room is cork to hold wet dirt/mud from the outside. We found the large column to the right years ago at a flea market. We screwed in some hooks and use it as our coat rack now! 


Here's a view of stove/fridge wall. 
Here's a closer look:


One of the things we love about this kitchen is how the builder/designer created this wall. The open shelving made out of walnut made us swoon. 
We hung up a plate wall, nailed some alters to the range hood, displayed more of kitchen goodies, and called it done. LOVE it. 


This kitchen is the heart of our home. Like most kitchen, it's where we gather, where our friends linger, where we have dance parties, where True runs in circles around the island, where mornings are started, where memories are made. 
So grateful. 



There you have it! I hope you enjoyed the room tour, friends. I've got more coming up.

Huge thanks to Tiffany Kirchner Dixon for these beautiful photos!

My Instagram Weekly Round Up – Extra Large Update!

I'm obsessed with Instagram – it's my favorite online home! Here's a recap from the last week, and for those of you who aren't on Instagram, come and join me! And you can click here to see all the Instagram updates right here on my blog!

Friday, June 19 


Sweet message found in my hood.


Today's it's acupuncture, lunch with Nichole, unpacking the UK luggage, nesting back in, a couple errands, and one giant green smoothie. Being home feels amazing.


 While in London last week, I was walking back to my hotel from an amazing Thai massage and stumbled upon a store called Cath Kidston. I'm not a big shopper (I'd rather a massage) and it's rare I find a store I love. Friends, this was heaven at first site, just like the shoe store from last week too. What are the chances? Cath Kidston is all about modern vintage and not only sells the most delightful dresses, but also a ton of kitchen wares, tote bags, kid stuff, and so much more. Their patterns are delicious. It took me a good two hours looking at every single thing and scheming how much more I could fit into my luggage. And even better? Amazing sales. I ended up with the farm dress, this western dress (complete with a cowboy, cacti, and covered wagons), and a couple others. I know this sounds like an advertisement, but it's not. I just love sharing what I love. And this find was a good one. Turns out they're a huge popular store all over the world and I'm just late on the uptake.Saturday, June 20

I decorated myself up today. Hello 40! I'm so happy to have made it here and I hope to have another 40 years. Life is beautiful, messy, and ultimately holy. I like it. Xxo


Feeling the birthday love today. John organized a surprise gathering of some of my friends here at our house and it's been the sweetest day ever. And hello flower explosion!!!!


Food Art Love in my kitchen working her magic and making deliciousness. 


These arrived in the middle of the festivities. And made my heart so happy. 

Sunday, June 21


I had a rough early start in life, as many of us do. I had an absent, alcoholic bio father, then a gentle and kind step father who died tragically, then a couple of more step dads, including Greggie who I adore and love deeply and has been in my life since my teen years. Anyway, I was worried about having a family of my own, hoping I could provide stability and joy in the early years. I could never have predicted how healing it would be to have a husband who is an incredibly nurturing father. To watch him play, teach, honor, and love our kid to pieces has been one of the greatest blessings of my life. In so many ways, True is having a childhood of dreams. And it's in large part because of Papa John. and so much love to all the fathers out there who are engaged and in love with their families. It means the world to the kids, and to us mamas.


True very much considers himself a papa to his beloved "sockdog" lovies. And so you can imagine his pure delight when the sockdogs left him a Father's Day card. So sweet, you guys. My heart has been bursting all day because this truly was a magical moment for him and he's been thanking the sock dogs all day. He even told me he loved me "just a tiny bit lesser than the sockdogs but don't worry cause it's still love that goes around the earth 3 trillion times."


Celebrated so much today: my birthday with the families, Father's Day with the grands, the start of summer, and and and. These last two weeks have truly been remarkable.

Monday, June 22
 

Have been thinking about them, our country, all the work we've done, and all the brave work we still need to do. This illustration from Sarah Green is telling, sobering, and a gorgeous tribute to those who died.


Warrior optimist. I can't help it. You, too? Print available here.
Tuesday, June 23

Your heart will never be alone. Part of a new series created to celebrate togetherness in all of its forms. Print available here.


Summertime swim lessons for True at our neighborhood pool. Love watching him love it.


My house is so full of flowers right now it's a little ridiculous. These are for you.

Wednesday, June 24
 

Major inspiration lately. Gonna dive in and see what comes out.

Another piece in a new series dedicated to celebrating togetherness. Print available here.

Thursday, June 25


Currently working on a fun and colorful cubicle makeover for my friend Dani. This is the before. Stay tuned for the after!

And this is the AFTER.

Another view of the cubicle makeover I did today for my friend Dani. We brought in items from her home and spent $100ish dollars on fabric that we used to line the walls with, lamps, baskets, and few other decor items. Easy and reflects her love of purple and global decor. And worth it for a space she spends 40hrs a week in. Make your work spaces beautiful, friends! Dress them up in your joy!
You guys. I've got to give a huge shout out to Nicole. We have had hundreds of people sign up for our birthday bundle sale and she is doing her kindest work to make sure everybody is taken care of. Our inbox is off the charts yet she's rocking it with an amazing attitude.


Today at the water fountain park we witnessed a woman (mother?) being verbally unkind to a kid. I cringed. True stared. Later over an ice cream cone we talked about it, how it made us feel, and then we sent some 'love energy' to all parties involved. Still, it broke my heart a little. I want to protect him from the the world, but I also know that's impossible. I hope as he continues to see and experience and feel the harsher sides of life that he'll continue to talk with me about it. My hope is that he will grow up and remain sensitive and willing to do his part to make it better, because it needs better. And I definitely consider a good dose of love energy as a way of making it better.

Friday, June 26
 itnessed

Good Morning! And hello Friday. And oh my it's gonna be a hot one today in Portland! Sending love!


And it always wins. Really proud of the USA today. ️

To the seekers of the world....Print available here.

Another one in a new series that celebrates togetherness. This one feels especially perfect for today.  Print available here.


Monday, June 29
  
Hello Monday. It's going to be in the 90s today so I'm working on the porch while I can.


Another one in my new series that celebrates togetherness. ️ Print available here.


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Friends, I bought a new bike at my local bike shop, and I'm in love. Can't wait to dress this baby up with bags and baskets and start commuting everywhere. Huge giant thanks to my many local friends who have been inspiring me to commute more.

Tuesday, June 30

Current view. I know it's only Tuesday but I'm having one of those weeks where I'm feeling on top of things, which, you know is a very rare thing.


Art making. Loving how caked up my palette is with color. ️


 Sharing always wins. Love love love kids. They. Are. Awesome.

Wednesday, July 1


 Woke up this morning to this text message. Gotta love good friends and the 40th birthday celebrations that never end!


Just had a great meeting with potential videographer for my upcoming NEW ecourse called Spirit Wings: An Angel Painting Course to Inspire + Manifest Your Dreams. Announcing all the details in August. Stay tuned. I am crazy excited and these bee shoes inspire all the buzz. Did I just write that? Yes, yes I did. ps: shoes are Yoma brand


One of the best parts of being a licensing artist is when the artist samples arrive. I have been diving in, unpacking, and generally squealing with delight. Cannot wait to share it all with you, especially the scarves. They are the most gorgeous scarves I have ever seen. Not even kidding.

Thursday, July 2


Another one in my new series created to celebrate togetherness in families. Print available here.


I adore this Instagram community. It's real, authentic, creative, and encouraging. And although I don't measure my or anyone's worthiness by how many likes or followers they have, I do cherish this tribe. Thank you for following along in my little corner of the interwebs. I like you guys. A lot. PS: I made this image using yesterday's pic of my painting palette combined with rhonna designs app. Love that app!


That's it for this week! Check back here next week for another update, or join us over on Instagram for daily photos and thoughts!

XO,
Kelly Rae

a thank you, a summer, a cubicle makeover!

I want to say a sincere thank you for all the birthday wishes last week and for the crazy awesome response to my bundle sale. In so many ways I am in the center of my life's wildest dreams and I have your support, community, and joyful hearts to thank for it. I can't wait to see all of you new folks in the classrooms, especially the painting class!

Also, for those of you waiting for a response/request, please know Nichole and I are doing our absolute best to get to you! Our inbox is overflowing, but we're doing our best to get to everyone as quickly as we can. Xxo.


In other news, summer is here, and we are truly enjoying the summery vibe. Last summer we had just moved into our new home and were a bit occupied (stressed) with unpacking, settling, and reorienting. This summer feels so very different, like a true summer. We have zero plans for travel. We're just gonna hang around Portland, work, play, and head to the coast as much as we're able. 
Last week I did a cubicle make over for my dear friend Dani. I have to show you the before and after:
Here's the before:

And here's the after:
We brought in items from Dani's home and spent $150ish dollars on fabric (that we used to line the walls with), lamps, baskets, and few other decor items. It's so easy and reflects her love of purple and global decor - and worth it for a space she spends 40hrs a week in.
Make your work spaces beautiful, friends! Dress them up in your joy!
 (photo credit: She Saw Things Photography)

Father's Day was last week, too! 
I had a rough early start in life, as many of us do. I had an absent, alcoholic bio father, then a gentle and kind step father who died tragically, then a couple of more step dads, including Greggie who I adore and love deeply and has been in my life since my teen years.
Anyway, I was worried about having a family of my own, hoping I could provide stability and joy in the early years. I could never have predicted how healing it would be to have a husband who is an incredibly nurturing father. To watch him play, teach, honor, and love our kid to pieces has been one of the greatest blessings of my life. In so many ways, True is having a childhood of dreams. And it's in large part because of Papa John. I have so much love and gratitude for all the fathers out there who are engaged and in love with their families. It means the world to the kids, and to us mamas. 

Speaking of Father's Day, True very much considers himself a papa to his beloved "sockdog" lovies. And so you can imagine his pure delight when the sockdogs left him a Father's Day card. So sweet, you guys. My heart has been bursting all day because this truly was a magical moment for him and he's been thanking the sock dogs all day. He even told me he loved me "just a tiny bit lesser than the sockdogs but don't worry cause it's still love that goes around the earth 3 trillion times." 
Ahhhh, four year olds and their love is beyond magical and precious. 
XOXO

I turned 40, and I wanna give YOU a gift. Don't miss this post.

I turned 40 over the weekend. I'm so glad to have made it here. Really. I hope to have 40 more. I also hope that what they say is true: that the 40s are amazing, that we begin to fall more in love with our imperfections and the soul of who we are. 
John threw a sweet ladies-only surprise gathering for me, and I just felt really loved the entire day. Major gratitude for him, for my family, for my friends, for my life.
I have never done this before, but 40 feels BIG and I want to do something BIG to share my gratitude. So.......

To celebrate turning 40, and to celebrate all of YOU, I'm offering up a huge bundle sale. 
For just $99, you get ALL of my ecourses, including my soul stirring painting ecourse (usually $247), my popular ebook on how to build a creative biz (usually $140), and my Wear Your Joy ecourse (usually $69).
A value of $450 for $99.
You only turn 40 once, and this sale will only happen once, too.Get in while you can! 


SALE ENDS THURSDAY, JUNE 25, MIDNIGHT PST.My gift to you! Please spread the word!

Here's how to get it all for just $99:
* Head on over to the sales page for my painting ecourse. When you register, enter code "MYGIFTTOYOU" (one word, all CAPS, no quotation marks) and you will be charged just $99 for the course, instead of $247.* An email will automatically be sent with your login details and you’ll be able to access the classroom immediately. This email will also contain instructions on how to receive both the creative biz ebook, and the Wear Your Joy ecourse. * Voila! You've just received a boatload of offerings for less than a hundred bucks! My gift to you.....
Here's a snapshot of everything you'll get:

“I’m getting validation, inspiration, new toys, and a gentle push to…let go of the ‘shoulds’, to have MORE fun. I seriously can’t stop laughing/weeping with gratitude. Thank you, thank you, thank you for giving me not what I expected, but what I needed. This is SO. WONDERFULLY. FUN!!!!!”

I’ll help you create a mantra (or two, or three, or four) that speaks to your soul — and then we’ll paint them into life using all of my beloved and easy mixed media techniques. Hello paint, paper, ink, and getting beautifully messy with our hands. Whether you’re new to the world of mixed-media painting or have been at it for years, this e-course will inspire you to create meaningful, richly layered paintings that speak directly to your heart. I will walk you through every step, side by side. Class is open! Come join us!

Click here for all the details on my painting ecourse. Remember, to get it all three offerings for $99, please follow the instructions above.



“Thank you for being so generous and thorough in everything you covered! I’ve taken several e-courses and read many e-books, but this is by far the most practical and actually makes me feel like I can do it. Awesome.”

This E-book is a game changer. I answer all your practical questions while sharing my own personal stories of what’s worked, and what hasn’t worked as I built my creative business. Jam-packed with concrete information and tips so that you, too, can create your own success. The testimonials pour in each week (thank you) + I’m grateful for the opportunity to offer up information that I wish I had had when I started my own creative business.

Click here for all the details on the ebook. Remember, to get it all three offerings for $99, please follow the instructions above.



“What has been so tender and unexpected for me is how transformative being kind to yourself can be…this process is about so much more than fashion, or “what looks good on me” it’s about celebrating your soul and adorning it accordingly! I am beginning to really SEE myself…and hold and care for myself like a dear loved-one.”

My newest offering, this is a 30 day course for a practice I’ve been doing for a couple of years that I call The Wear Your Joy Project. It changed my life, and I feel called to gather of tribe of souls who want to make the call of their hearts visible – and wearable. Like any good practice (a yoga practice, a gratitude practice, etc), the practice of intentionally getting dressed up in joy will open your heart and awaken new ways of seeing yourself. In so many ways, this course is about remembering who we are. Because when we turn our attention toward anything with intention, we raise its vibration, its meaningfulness, its consciousness.

Click here for all the details on this course. Remember, to get it all three offerings for $99, please follow the instructions above.




Again, sale ends Thursday.  Here's how to get it all for just $99:
* Head on over to the sales page for my painting ecourse. When you register, enter code "MYGIFTTOYOU" (one word, all CAPS, no quotation marks) and you will be charged just $99 for the course, instead of $247.* An email will automatically be sent with your login details and you’ll be able to access the classroom immediately. This email will also contain instructions on how to receive both the creative biz ebook, and the Wear Your Joy ecourse. * Voila! You've just received a boatload of offerings for less than a hundred bucks! My gift to you.....

FAQ's:
Q: What if I'm already enrolled in the painting ecourse?A: No worries! We'd love to give you an additional 6 months to access the course + the other offereings for $99.  Please email us at hello@kellyraeroberts.com and we'll get you sorted. 
Q: I'd like to give this offer to a friend. How can I do that?A: Sure! When you register them (using the steps above), be sure to use THEIR email address and they'll get an email with all the details. Or, if you prefer, shoot us an email at hello@kellyraeroberts.com and we'll get you sorted. 

My Instagram Weekly Round Up – There and Back Again

I'm obsessed with Instagram – it's my favorite online home! Here's a recap from the last week, and for those of you who aren't on Instagram, come and join me! And you can click here to see all the Instagram updates right here on my blog!

Friday, June 12 


A very pregnant Beth Kempton asking great questions of me and Lilla Rogers at the Make Art That Sells event here in the UK. Such a full day of bright hearts with big dreams. I felt a bit maternal, wanting to shout out from the top of my lungs: GO MAKE ART THAT LIGHTS YOU UP BECAUSE IT CHANGES YOU & THE WORLD! I hope they all do it. I really do. As someone who had zero art or biz training, I'm a testament to what is possible when we trust our hearts and just go for it.

Saturday, June 13

Snapped this selfie just before an epic unplanned brainstorm session with the incomparable Beth Kempton. The conversation was quite literally a life changer. Excited to get back home and bring the brainstorms to life!


Sunday, June 14


ou guys. I walked into my dream shoe store in Brighton called Yoma and guess what? They were having a huge store closing sale and I almost fainted and I almost peed my pants and I almost cried when they had my size in all of these adorable shoes and I almost screamed with joy when I gave myself permission to purchase every single pair of these. Happy upcoming 40th to me! Total wear your joy jackpot. It was awesome. Not sure if these are for sale online somewhere. Brand is Yoma for those of you interested! Xo from the UK!


It just never gets old, these messages from the universe.


I see faces.

Monday, June 15
 
Missing these two like cray cray. Headed home today and can't wait to squeeze them.  
Tuesday, June 16

Home. It has been the sweetest of reunions today. So thankful.


Spending the day reconnecting with my family. Gorgeous day here in Portland at our favorite vintage little theme park.


Because when you are wearing a dress with farm animals on it, you sit on roosters. Naturally. Today has been awesome despite major jetlag. 


Wednesday, June 17
 

I walked passed our old bungalow this morning. I so loved this home and all the love we put into it. I also love that our Little Free Library is still rocking it, too. Hello, memories!

I've learned to be really gentle with myself upon re-entering back to home and work. Otherwise I either get sick or overwhelmed. So today I'm continuing the slow and gentle transition back home with this view. How gorgeous is the Oregon Coast? There is no place like it. And the fact that the Goonies was filmed here 30 yrs ago, well, it's just THAT amazing.

He surfed. We played. All day long. Loving this day at the Oregon coast.


Thursday, June 18


Love this from my girl Andrea Scher. Happy Thursday, friends!


I have a memory of my John and I purchasing our very first couch together. We were in our mid/late 20's, excited about our first home. I had been reading up on decor mags, and it seemed that every suggestion was to buy neutral colored furniture and to add "pops" of color with pillows, rugs, and other accessories. This made perfect sense to me and I wanted to follow the rules. Really. But then we saw a RED couch that stood out and seemed to call to us, "Pick me! Pick me!" This became a pivotal moment in my joy journey. John and I considered the red couch, trying to decide if we should take such a leap? Wouldn't we get more "use" from a neutral couch? Wouldn't it be easier to "match"? Wouldn't it be "practical"? We decided it was more important to purchase what made us LIGHT UP, what made us get super excited, what gave us joy. So, we bought the red couch, and it provided a great level of enthusiastic momentum to then create a home space that felt like us without compromises, without following anybody else's "rules" except our own. We loved it. It's been about 15 years since then, but purchasing the red couch was a lesson that stuck with us: Always choose joy. I deeply believe that these micro decisions that we make everyday: which colors we choose to paint our walls, what kinds of furniture we buy, what we bring to our cubicles at work, what we wear - it all matters. DEEPLY. If we're choosing (and trusting) our own unique brand of joy along the way during all these micro decisions, then we're primed and ready to choose joy for the bigger macro decisions when it really really really matters: what job to say yes to, who to date, who to marry, who to be friends with! It all matters. Our jobs, here on Earth, are to choose joy. And then to radiate it out into the world through the expression of ourselves whether that be our clothing, our perspectives, our outlooks on life, our decor, and so much more. This is what it's all REALLY about. (Love, Trust, and Joy). Ps: print is in my shop right here! Xxo


Another crazy gorgeous day here on the Oregon coast. Heading home today. So glad for this time to adjust back to PST timezone and hang with the family.



That's it for this week! Check back here next week for another update, or join us over on Instagram for daily photos and thoughts!

XO,
Kelly Rae