About Jenny
My name is Jenny and I am a Mixed Media Artist. My mission is to inspire other to find their creative spark. I provide ideas, inspiration and guidance for anyone that would like to find their spark.
Creating is one of my true passions
I am a Mixed Media Artist living in Stockholm, Sweden, on a mission to inspire people to be brave, to use their creativity and to do more of what they love.
I love painting big and I paint in many layers and create my art based on an interesting process where my imagery emerges while painting. I work with mixed media - acrylic paint, ink, oil pastels, color pencils, fabrics, paper, photos... anything that comes my way.
My work is very rich with many layers that add depth and texture to my work. There are no limits, nothing is wrong and there are no mistakes. The process is the fun! My paintings evolve as I paint. With layers on layer I create depth, texture and details. Being creative allows me to explore myself, to let go and it helps me to be here and now.
When I start a blank canvas I very seldom have a picture in my mind. I start with adding paper collage; I write words and poetry that pop into my mind, onto the canvas. These layers and words inspire me through the process. I add each layer based on my feeling at that moment. I am big advocate of Jackson Browns sayings “Don’t wait for inspiration - it will find you”.
Art Journaling is one of my big passions. I create my Art Journals out of all the left over from my big paintings. Paint and scrap paper is used to create junk books that I carry with me wherever I go. I use them as my notebooks and I keep one in my bag at all times. I paint and doodle in them as soon as I have nothing else to do; on the plane, in the restaurant and at home when the kids do their homework. I love my art journals, they are part of my soul. For me art journaling is a resting place where I give my self time to recover. My art journaling process is totally free from requirements, rules, results or obligations. For me it is a way for my creative soul to be totally free and a way to find the unique creative source within myself. Art Journaling is an important part of my creative process and it also allows me to relax, to let go and to find my flow. When working in my art journal I feel safe. For me art journaling opens up the magic of what is unique within me.
People often find my art very peaceful even though it is colourful and full of energy. I believe that many of us have lost the connection with our spiritual self. Many of us search for answers. We want to expand and explore; love, creativity and our spirituality. But we fail. We seem to go in circles and not find the answers. I believe we should stop searching and start listening. Listen to our inner voice, our inner guide. If we do we will reach further and peace will develop within ourselves... and who knows, it might even spread through the world;-)
I do both in-person workshops and on-line workshops, both painting on canvas and creating art journals. I have regular evening classes in my studio in the northern part of Stockholm and I am running weekend workshops in different places around the world. In 2020, I will do my third US-tour with my workshops and I will do several workshops throughout Europe.
In my studio I run weekend retreats and I do team building workshops for companies, hen-nights and fun workshops for families.
I believe that we all have a well of creativity and inspiration locked within us. We just need to find a key to open it and encourage the flow to stream without obstacles. With my art and my workshops, I am exploring creativity, spirituality and life in general. I hope you will find it interesting and that my art talks to you...
...but if it doesn't that is ok:-) Art is very subjective and personal!
Love Jenny
To learn more follow me on Instagram @flowbyjenny
PODCASTS
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Laura Horn Art Podcast
The Creative Power of Feelings... wow, today it goes live!!! I am so very excited, honoured and a bit nervous. I have just listened to The Laura Horn Art Podcast Episode #132 and I usually do not enjoy listening to myself talking... but I must admit, it is actually really good😍 I love chatting with Laura! She is such an amazing artist and human being and her excellent way to lead the conversation forward just makes it into such a fantastic chat.
Have you listened to The Laura Horn Art Podcast @laurahornart before? If not, you have missed something!! Her podcast is full of amazing episodes about life, creativity, artmaking and business. Laura chats with her partner Richie or amazing guest artists.... and today I am the one💃. How crazy is that!!!
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The Artish Plunge Podcast
"What lessons does mountain biking offer an aspiring painter? Swedish mixed media artist JENNY GRANT @flowbyjenny knows: look where you want to go, absorb the bumps, and most importantly— just keep going!
In Episode No. 29 of the ARTish Plunge podcast, Jenny shares with us how she transitioned from studies in physics and a career in med tech to the busy life she now leads from her historic Falu red Swedish cottage that serves as home base for her art creation, in person workshops and online classes. The cottage— and Jenny— are bursting with positive energy!
Jenny shares how she works with seasonal flow and the importance of really listening to yourself to be able to identify your own creative energy peaks and valleys. After listening to this interview, you will see why Jenny's classes are always sold out!"
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Find your Creative Spark with Jenny Grant [248]
Jenny Grant is a Mixed Media Artist living in Stockholm, Sweden who has sold artwork, exhibited and run workshops all over the world. Over the years she’s developed an intuitive, unstructured, tactile and yes, messy (but fun!) process that has allowed her to create her unique style..
She’s on a mission to inspire people like you to be brave, to use your inner creativity and to do more of what you love. To learn how to be more creative in life, as well as in your art.
Today we talk about how the benefits of finding your own creative spark can have positive ripple effects in your life.
Latest Publication
In Her Studio, Spring 2024
With 160 pages of tips and ideas for your own creative space, you won’t want to miss this exciting installment of In Her Studio where artists showcase the places where they create and share the thought processes behind developing their unique spaces.
Features Inside The Spring 2024 Issue Include:
Artistic Studios, Women’s Stories, Extraordinary Spaces, Organization and Decor, Creative Inspiration, Overcoming Challenges, and Turning Your Passion into Your Profession
Featured in
I love collaborating with other inspiring artists around the world. Here are some of the collaborations I have done over the years.
Partners and collaborations
