What is my niche? Big question with more than one answer!

I was recently asked what do I make? Do I have a favourite thing to create? What's "my go to"? This got me thinking and after looking through both my channel and blog, I realised that I although I probably share more art journal pages, I also do lots more different styles of crafting on a regular basis too.

That got me thinking about "What is my niche"? ...

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How can I quickly explain what my crafting style is?

So I set about creating a short intro video about me and how I like to create. This kind of video isn't natural to me as it's like creating a CV - What do you put in and in what order? What's relevant? Am I showing off? Too much? Too little? 

The original idea for the video was to explain about how my YouTube channel could be seen as eclectic 😂 and being honest, it is! I tried to tackle that very question and share a brief view of why my creative world is a vibrant mix of different art forms and techniques showcasing lots of different projects!

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What did I share in the video?

• Cardmaking: Simple cards, intricate designs, mixed media style, gel printed - the joy of creating handmade cards sparked by an idea or the design itself.

• Art Journaling: My passion for layered pages, mixed media techniques, collaging, gel printed backgrounds, rice paper pages, layered stamping ... the style is endless!

• Rice Paper Adventures: Discovering the versatility of rice paper for 3D art, journal pages, canvases and so many new ideas to still discover!

• Gel Printing: Exploring vibrant mono-prints, printing for handmade cards, printing on fabric and unique background textures.

• Mixed Media: Combining various materials for rich, expressive art , 3D items, collage pieces, expressive layering to name but a few things I have created.

• And so much more! Sakura journal pages, pencil drawings, my own doodles, working in a black journal and probably a few more things I have forgotten!

For me, creativity is about endless exploration, finding joy in the process, and using whatever materials spark my imagination – whether it's a trusty staple or that latest 'must-have' craft item! Also I love to think of quick ways to craft too not because of time limitations but sometimes when we take too long on a project, the dreaded doubt can creep in!

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Want to dive deeper into my projects? 

One place is here on my blog! The YouTube intro video is just a quick overview of a small selection of projects I have made and most of those projects either have a dedicated video or a blog post. I am an avid blogger and equally obsessed with that as I am with my crafting/creating! 

If you love art journaling, cardmaking, mixed media, or just exploring the boundless world of papercrafts and creative expression, hit the Subscribe button on my YouTube channel and the Follow Me button on my blog.

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Now to keep creating in my own creative way and to share my crafting "adventures" with you - the good, bad & the ugly!

Until next time, take care,

Lou
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