News flash: the economy sucks. The stock market is up and down, people are losing their jobs and homes, all sorts of businesses are closing down and nobody seems to have any idea what’s going on. That’s the bad news…
Now for the good news: even though the economy is tanking, it’s more important than ever to stay positive. We shouldn’t dwell on the negative news; it’s just not doing our souls any good. To that end, I have got something that will hopefully bring a smile to your face and brighten your day, and it’s called Feed Your Soul: The Free Art Project.
“What is this Feed Your Soul: the free art project?”
Well, every month I will share FREE ART with you from artists that I have invited to participate in the project. Each invited artist will contribute one print that you can print out on some cardstock and frame or even just thumbtack to the wall.
“Why are you doing this?”
Well, I love art and I know you do, too. I also know that when people start to tighten up the purse strings they tend not spend money on things that aren’t necessary for survival, like books, magazines and art. But, art is important for your soul. It helps rejuvenate, it’s thought provoking, it offers inspiration and can generally brighten an otherwise dreary day among other things. In addition to helping brighten your day and put a little spring in your step, I want to help promote some of my favorite artists.
“Which artists are going to be participating?”
I’m still working on the schedule, but lots and lots of Etsy artists are participating (I’m booked through June with at least 6 artists per month) and I will be debuting a new FYS pages with more batches of artists. Here’s a list of some of the contributing artists.
vol. 25
Berkley Illustration
Browington Forest
Michele Maule
Tricia Mckellar
Things are Better with a Parrott
Stephanie Fizer
Unconventional Ida
Daily Mammal
Belle and Boo
Elsita
My Zoetrope
Gemma Correll
Shawna Handke
Valentina Ramos
Abigail Halpin
Yasmin Surovec
Flossy-p
If you have any questions about sharing your artwork and becoming a part of this project, feel free to email me. If you’re looking to get some free art right here and now, check out the original blog post and get printing!
Artistic Endeavors series | Art Category | Digital Print Subcategory
117 comments
Sign in to add your ownSouthwestFlower says:
What a great and gracious idea, thanks!
3 years ago
Diffraction says:
how fun! I'll check it out!
3 years ago
NestaHome says:
AWESOME!!!
3 years ago
PeppermintDaydreams says:
thanks for this! food, water, shelter, art? i thought those were the necessities for survival?! haha.
3 years ago
VintageinBohemia says:
i'll paper my office! what a treat!!
3 years ago
Mireio says:
Bravo!. :D
3 years ago
petalandpink says:
This sounds great! I'll be checking it out!
3 years ago
elizandaxel says:
What a fantastic idea!
3 years ago
Waterrose says:
Wow what an amazing project and gift!
3 years ago
artsharkdesigns says:
awesome- what a great idea!
3 years ago
alwaysadorable says:
Amazing project! Off to check it out!
3 years ago
kaoruwerk says:
that is so cool
3 years ago
londicreations says:
WOW!!! Just let me know!
3 years ago
baconsquarefarm says:
What a grand idea~ wonderful project, kinda like the old saying, It's better to give than receive.
3 years ago
4TheSparrowsNest says:
There is a similar project going on, where artists are giving away jewelry, accessories, and other items to blog readers. Readers are asked a thought-provoking question and the artists select their favorite responses. I've already participated and have given away three free gifts from my shop. See www.thebrightsideproject.com :o)
3 years ago
EpicBones says:
that's great, i agree it's important to stay positive through this economic crisis. my roomate's company just had major lay-offs, and i've been trying to keep his chin up, maybe a card would do it :)
3 years ago
FluteTeacher says:
Fun! I'm excited!
3 years ago
IceCreamCandy says:
that's so great:)
3 years ago
zombuki says:
Wonderful idea! Sounds like fun :3
3 years ago
uncharted says:
sounds like a great project!
3 years ago
jessgonacha says:
this is great! yay for jen for being featured here-- this project is awesome!
3 years ago
GreetingsthatGrow says:
AWESOME idea--can't wait to see all the new art you feature!
3 years ago
SleepDreamPlay says:
this is such a great idea!
3 years ago
TheCottageCheese says:
This is such a wonderful idea! I've seen this somewhere on a smaller scale, but this is just amazing. I can't wait! Thanks so much to Etsy, the coordinators of this project, and the artists. You guys rock!
3 years ago
PipocaHandmade says:
This is a 'FANTABULOUS' idea! Thanks for sharing!
3 years ago
suryasajnani says:
Great idea!
3 years ago
thestapeliacompany says:
I just emailed you, I would love to feed an art soul! :)
3 years ago
AkumuInk says:
Very interesting!
3 years ago
LushPunk says:
I'm loving vol25 - great collection, even better idea!
3 years ago
BlueTerracotta says:
Great idea! Can sculptors participate?
3 years ago
shopgoldmine says:
Damn straight, the economy sucks!! Luckily, we have Etsy!! This is such an amazingly inexpensive way to buy and sell treasures of the best variety ... Handmade and Vintage!
3 years ago
travellingcircus says:
Brilliant! I wholeheartedly agree, art is an element that cheers us, feeds both our mind & soul and indispensable. Especially when there is so much negativity floating around.
3 years ago
worksofwhimsy says:
What a wonderfully selfless idea!
3 years ago
MyArtShoppe says:
How fun!
3 years ago
blackbirdtees says:
Yay! I just love Michele Maule's artwork. Oh so lovely.
3 years ago
bhangtiez says:
sounds fun...thank u
3 years ago
GumballGrenade says:
So happy to be participating in this!
3 years ago
WoollyWonka says:
I love the lamb!
3 years ago
wynnemrabbits says:
I've save this page to my FAV's! And Check out the brightsideproject.com sweet! Big Bunny Binkies to you all!
3 years ago
dragonhouseofyuen says:
just fantastic - good chi all round
3 years ago
arcanearts says:
This is great and I am happy to be participating in this!
3 years ago
shabbyvintagemom says:
Very cool! Thanks so much for sharing :)
3 years ago
fromlucywithlove says:
Fantastic idea! Do you still have place for more artists to participate? I have some artwork that was made exactly with this in mind.
3 years ago
J2Jewelry says:
you know what? You rock.
3 years ago
Xenotees says:
Such an amazing thing--- love your idea!
3 years ago
indiefixx says:
Thanks for all the love, guys. I've kinda been inundated with all the requests to participate, so it may take me a while to get back to everyone. I'm a one woman show here! Just to clarify, if you are an artist & want to participate, you will need to produce a print just for the project and it will need to be exclusive. Also, I don't really think sculptor can contribute, but if you can figure out how to print out a 3d sculpture, email me and we will talk! ;) Finally, you can see an updated list of upcoming contributors here: http://indiefixx.com/Feed_your_soul/schedule.html
3 years ago
Shroompiloop says:
Sharing is Caring -- Creativity is the mechanism of feeding ones soul ;)
3 years ago
indiefixx says:
Oh, I forgot to say that you should sign-up for the newsletter to learn about future downloads. http://indiefixx.com/Feed_your_soul/newsletter.html?Submit=Subscribe!
3 years ago
Mattamorphis says:
This is wonderous!
3 years ago
sandali says:
This is awesome !! Looking forward to your upcoming Art Project ;)
3 years ago
HazelHoney says:
oh lala sounds great!!
3 years ago
TreeHuggerStudio says:
Neat idea. I'll be checking it out/
3 years ago
odiliafu says:
Wonderful idea!! Thanks for sharing!
3 years ago
doodleandhoob says:
love this idea!
3 years ago
voleurdebijoux says:
this is FABulous! thank you for your creative efforts to bring art and positive energy to the world, indiefixx! :)
3 years ago
IngridsCreations says:
Wow, that is an awesome idea! Thank you for being so positive and having a wonderful idea!
3 years ago
bitfolky says:
WOOT! worthy, i must say. merci, indiefixx, merci.
3 years ago
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3 years ago
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3 years ago
munieca says:
Fantastic idea!!
3 years ago
ericawalker says:
what a lovely idea. thanks to everyone participating.
3 years ago
SudsNSuch says:
Cool:)
3 years ago
novadesigns says:
great idea!
3 years ago
shandke says:
I'm excited to contribute my piece! I'm sending mine her way soon.
3 years ago
CarolinaCottage says:
This is SO cool. I've already downloaded and printed 2 pieces.
3 years ago
evesimone says:
bravo! what a great idea!
3 years ago
Urbanknit says:
love it!
3 years ago
TrilbyMade says:
thanks all you artists!
3 years ago
Lunatiger says:
Hear Hear! I agree art is a must! I'm trying not to let stupid economy woos bring us down!
3 years ago
quarks says:
this is fantastic!!
3 years ago
sunnywonder says:
Brilliant! I can't wait.
3 years ago
DandielionsDream says:
What a Great Plan! I truly appreciate your effort with this artistic endeavor.
3 years ago
metrostation says:
Great looking forward to learning new crafts!
3 years ago
SusanFaye says:
Very inspirational way to share art! Thanks
3 years ago
meeanddeeshome says:
this is really wonderful!
3 years ago
intrinsicimagination says:
I look forward to it!
3 years ago
MagicMarkingsArt says:
love seeing new works of art! thanks.
3 years ago
moonstr says:
wonderful idea!
3 years ago
TheBearAffair says:
This is wonderful - we must share to grow!
3 years ago
SavonShoppe says:
Lovely...I'm getting my cardstock ready. How nice of you to share...we creatives need to keep the soul properly feed and inspired.
3 years ago
CutieDynamite says:
Great! Loving all selections!
3 years ago
gretchenmist says:
this is an excellent idea/project, thanks jen. am really happy to be contributing a print :)
3 years ago
mainsdefees says:
magic is all around with stunning ideas. ill try and craft one :)
3 years ago
mykonosland says:
great work!!
3 years ago
coltsgroovies says:
Great project! Love this idea!
3 years ago
irisdesign says:
wonderful! absolutely wonderful!
3 years ago
SandraKay says:
Wonderful news!! Thanks
3 years ago
tamerut says:
this is an awesome project! Fabulous work guys & gals :)
3 years ago
sarahparrott825 says:
yay! so glad to see the project feature here. Jen is the best!
3 years ago
RenJewels says:
What a lovely idea. I agree with the trying to stay positive idea although I guess this is difficult at times in the face of so much bad news. Well done and keep up the good work.
3 years ago
buffet says:
SUper
3 years ago
hanginmoon says:
awesome
3 years ago
LaurenAlexander says:
I love it.
3 years ago
bluebirdart says:
this is wonderful. really fits in with what I think is the true spirit of art and creativity
3 years ago
BirdAndMoonStudio says:
these are very wonderful
3 years ago
vivilian says:
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3 years ago
MRSBAUBLES says:
Uplifting idea - thanks!
3 years ago
SparklePaw says:
this is awesome. free art - yeah!
3 years ago
SavonShoppe says:
Thanks for sharing. Already bookmarked.
3 years ago
Blakenetizen says:
Awesome! I would love to be one of the participating artists! Art always cheers me up.
3 years ago
lazydayz says:
What an amazing idea! Thank you to all contributing!
3 years ago
JazzGreen says:
great idea - wish i could participate too...
3 years ago
ArtConductor says:
What a great and gracious idea, thanks!
3 years ago
OrbisOrbis says:
A nice idea. Free is so affordable.
3 years ago
tinyspace says:
great!
3 years ago
MissHildebrandt says:
Can't beat any type of free art.
3 years ago
CGDesigns says:
This is a great idea...
2 years ago
Tina669 says:
Wonderful! I love Fish. Thank you so much!!!
2 years ago
icanspellit says:
So much CREATIVITY. I love it!!
2 years ago
redtag1715 says:
wow! thanks your a genius
2 years ago