“The intention behind my art is to create a haven of peace in your home,” says Amanda Craig. “Beyond that, it functions as a visual reminder, keeping you focused on your Christian walk.”

Craig’s art features the loblolly pines and rolling hills of the Lost Pines area, all from a faith-centered perspective and tied to inspirational verses or quotes. She uses a variety of substrates, ranging from canvas to wood panel, paper, and occasional structural armatures such as seasonal table centerpieces.

Having experienced the healing benefits of art journaling herself, Craig also designs handmade journals that can be used for introspective journaling or water-based mixed media work. These journals are made with a canvas and chipboard cover and a high-quality waxed linen thread that allows the journals to lay open and stay flat for easier use. With these handcrafted journals, customers can produce art of their own and enjoy creative expression with personal meaning and intention.

Art journaling helps people to heal and find peace by allowing them to pour their emotions and thoughts into a visual journal. By offering this creative avenue, art journaling helps people process and work through life’s challenges in a way that is unique and personal to each person.

“Taking the time to produce art that you pour out of your heart is a very personal experience,” says Craig. “It can be surprisingly comforting to create in this way because you might choose to work through areas of difficulty in your life – such as failed relationships or lost opportunities – but in a way that is productive, helps you heal, and closes the door on those regrets. Or you might choose to celebrate your victories and bring some healthy context to them. It’s a beautiful way to use creative expression to enrich your life.”

Those interested in purchasing artwork or art journals from Little Haven Art Studio can visit the website. Website visitors can also sign up for emails that educate and entertain readers, with insight into the process of art creation. Signing up for these emails also offers the advantage of first-in-line reveals and purchase opportunities for newly produced artwork.

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About Little Haven Art Studio

Little Haven Art Studio is an online storefront for Christian, faith-centered mixed media art produced by emerging artist Amanda Craig in Bastrop, Texas. The art pieces and art journals from Little Haven Art Studio leverage the flexibility and freedom of mixed media art, providing an avenue for healing and self-expression.