Shayda Campbell

Today’s your final chance to grab 30% off all my e-courses (including bundles)!

🕯️ Use code: SUNNY30 at checkout
🗓️ Sale ends tonight – July 18
👉 bit.ly/ShaydaCourses

Whether you want to start fresh or just need a creative push, now’s the perfect time. Thanks so much for all your support this summer! 💛

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Shayda Campbell

Just a reminder that my Mid-Summer Creative Boost Sale is on now through July 18!

🖌️ 30% off all e-courses and bundles
🎟️ Use code: SUNNY30 at checkout
👉 bit.ly/ShaydaCourses

If you’ve been meaning to jump into watercolor or illustration this summer, this is a great time to treat yourself to a little creative inspiration 💛

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Shayda Campbell

I’m running a little summer sale on all my e-courses to help you get inspired and create something beautiful this season! ✨

🖌️ 30% off all e-courses + bundles
🎟️ Use code: SUNNY30 at checkout
📅 Sale ends: July 18
👉 bit.ly/ShaydaCourses

Whether you’re just getting started or looking to deepen your skills, there’s something for every creative spirit.

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Let’s do something fun.

Every artist has a different rhythm—some dive in without hesitation, following whatever excites them in the moment, while others obsess over tiny details, chasing an image in their mind that never quite feels finished. Some spend more time imagining than actually creating, lost in the possibilities of what could be, while others jump from medium to medium, constantly chasing new ideas and techniques. No two creative paths are the same, but we all have tendencies that shape the way we make art.

Vote in the poll, then tell me: Did I miss a type? How would you describe your creative style?

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Be Honest… What Stops You from Making More Art?

You want to make art. You love making art. And yet… days, maybe weeks, go by without touching your sketchbook. Why is that?

Maybe life gets busy. Maybe you second-guess every creative decision. Maybe you just don’t know where to start.

Vote in the poll, then tell me: What’s one thing that would help you create more?

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Some people love sharing their work. Others keep their sketchbooks under lock and key.

Sharing your art can feel vulnerable—maybe someone’s words from years ago still echo in your head. Maybe you just want to create for yourself.

Where do you land? Vote in the poll, then tell me: How do you feel when you show your art to someone else? AND if you do share it, where?

5 months ago | [YT] | 83

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Making art is fun… until it isn’t.

We all hit that wall—maybe it’s perfectionism sneaking in, maybe it’s feeling like you’re wasting time, or maybe it’s just plain old fear of ruining a blank page.

What’s your biggest creative struggle? Vote in the poll, then drop a comment: When was the last time you felt stuck? What happened?

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Sketch, Paint, Play – Let’s Get Inspired Together!

Hey friends,

I hope you’re all doing well and finding little moments of creativity in your week. I’ve been having so much fun in the studio lately, and there’s been a ton of new art content over on YouTube and Patreon. This month, we’re doodling playful spring illustrations, loosening up with mixed media, exploring watercolor figures, and even diving into a behind-the-scenes look at a very special project. Oh, and there’s an exclusive Patreon tutorial, too!

Below, you’ll find a roundup of some of my latest videos plus the extra goodies I’ve created to go along with them—think printable worksheets, reference guides, and more little treats to help you dive deeper into each project.

So grab a cup of tea, get cozy, and let’s jump in!

New Tutorials – Watch Anytime on YouTube!

This month’s tutorials are all about playful creativity, loosening up, and exploring new techniques—whether you’re sketching simple doodles, painting expressive figures, or diving into a big behind-the-scenes project. Plus, each video comes with bonus content to help you get the most out of your creative time!

Spring Doodles – A Simple Drawing Formula

🔗 Watch here: https://youtu.be/IxH3thPNFtY

If you’ve ever thought, “I can’t draw,” this one’s for you! In this tutorial, I share a foolproof method for creating cute spring doodles by breaking everything down into basic shapes and simple steps. No stress, no pressure—just playful creativity!

📌 Bonus Content: A printable worksheet guiding you through each doodle, step by step. www.patreon.com/posts/124390030

Loose & Playful Mixed Media Pears

🔗 Watch here: https://youtu.be/ltRdFB2zx-Q

We’re keeping things fun and loose in this tutorial, simplifying pear shapes, layering color, and adding mixed media details with brush pens and colored pencils. If you tend to overthink your art, this is the perfect confidence-building exercise!

📌 Bonus Content: A step-by-step printable worksheet + reference pears from my sketchbook. www.patreon.com/posts/123860685

I Designed My Own Playing Card Deck!

🔗 Watch here: https://youtu.be/JpO1Ha56UnQ

Okay, this was a BIG project! I was invited by Flick, an online solitaire game, to design a custom deck of cards in celebration of Women’s History Month. In this video, I take you behind the scenes to show how I transformed my loose floral style into a full deck of playing cards. If you’ve ever been curious about turning your art into something bigger, this one’s for you!

March Bullet Journal Setup – A Mental Health Approach

🔗 Watch here: https://youtu.be/ZWby6jy0v_I

This month’s bullet journal setup is all about balance and self-reflection. I’m introducing a Sadness Tracker Spread to help sit with emotions instead of pushing them away, along with a Sun & Moon cover page and a two-week weekly layout for easy planning.

📌 Bonus Content: A printable version of my March spreads for your journal. www.patreon.com/posts/123010514

How to Paint People in Watercolor

🔗 Watch here: https://youtu.be/wTEkFzUl2P0

Painting people doesn’t have to be intimidating! In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to illustrate human figures in a loose, playful way using watercolor and colored pencil. We’ll explore foreshortening, movement, and expressive details while keeping the process relaxed and fun.

📌 Bonus Content: A structured printable worksheet breaking down each step, plus reference sketches from my own work. www.patreon.com/posts/122309837

Patreon-Exclusive Bonus Video!

Loose Daffodil Watercolor Sketches (Patreon Exclusive!)
🔗 Watch here: www.patreon.com/posts/patreon-bonus-123227228

In this Patreon-exclusive tutorial, we’re taking loose daffodil watercolor sketches even further! We’ll explore layering, soft color transitions, and colored pencil details to bring depth and expression to your florals. If you’re looking for a relaxed, flowy painting session, this is the perfect practice!

Special Patreon Offer – Limited Time!

If you’ve been thinking about joining Patreon, now’s the perfect time! Get 25% off your first year with the code LITTLESALE—that means you can become a patron for as little as $33 USD after the discount. But don’t wait too long—this offer is only available until March 31, 2025!

👉 Join here: www.patreon.com/shaydacampbell

A Little Thank You

As always, thank you for being here and for making this creative space so special. Whether you’re painting along, filling your sketchbook, or just tucking these ideas away for a future art session, I hope these tutorials bring you joy and spark new inspiration.
Wishing you a week full of color, creativity, and happy little accidents!
xo, Shayda

5 months ago | [YT] | 107

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There are a million reasons to make art. Maybe you love the calm, the creativity, or the way time disappears when you’re deep in it. Or maybe (be honest) you love it except for the part where you feel like nothing is turning out right.

Vote in the poll, then share in the comments: What’s the best feeling you get when creating?

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Let’s go back to the beginning—when did you first start making art?

Maybe you were that kid drawing on every surface (walls included). Maybe you started later, testing the waters with a sketchbook that sat mostly empty for years. Or maybe you want to start, but something’s holding you back.

Vote in the poll, then tell me in the comments: What’s the first piece of art you remember making?

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