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Hey there!

Thanks for popping over to meet me!

I fell in love with art as a young child. And each day of my life I’ve seen God’s beautiful creation as inspiration to create more beauty around me.

I was born into an artistic and musical family. Holidays and birthdays were magical celebrations, rich with creativity and love. Disney movies at the local drive-in, the bright blue Bible Story books, and Saturday morning cartoons contributed to my passion for telling a story through art.

I’ve been a student to many teachers in painting, drawing, quilting, animation and film, refining my artistic skillset and creating in new ways with each new season of life. I’m classically trained in the fine arts and hold a Bachelor’s degree in Animation/Cinema Television.

Even with all of this experience and passion, I still find it challenging to share my art fearlessly. It feels risky to share something so personal and defining. Years ago, I started blogging to move past that fear and encourage others to do the same. Now I teach animation to youth, speaking life into the next generation of artists. And as I preach to myself, I’m learning better that gifts are given in order to be shared with others.

Most of the clients I work with are creative too, but have trouble sharing it with the world. They want someone invested in their project and brand, helping bring ideas to life that market and sell their product. This is my favorite place to be - wedged right in between a great concept and a beautiful product. This little gap was made for my work. And I’m so thankful I get to fill it.

I can support you with digital and print products that take you from boring and unprofessional, to vibrant and cohesive.

I can’t wait to help you!

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@bjoyful.studio

  • I am learning this truth in deeper ways as I approach my 55th (no way...?!) birthday. Thank you for posting this beautiful art @lisacongdon - it speaks to my soul.
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#artspeaks #lisacongdon
  • Sunday doodles under a cozy quilt.
Today’s subject: the power of words.  What are your words today?
Are you speaking life over your gifts and talents or killing your potential with careless words?
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#watchwhatyousay #deathorlifeisinthetongue #bjoysundaydoodles #bjoyfulstudio #illustration #creativewomenrock #creativepreneur
  • I’m learning to knit a sock.
I’ve lost count how many times I had to start over, but every time I got a little farther before things went wrong.
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Each time I saw something new, a little piece of information that helped me the next time.
Getting farther made me willing to start over again if I had to. And it isn’t a sock yet....
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The crazy thing is, after the first few tries I wasn’t getting any outside help - I was learning just by doing it over and over and over. Amazing how our brains can do that for us.
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Progress can be so minute we miss it. We want results, and when we don’t see them we move on.
Maybe today we need to learn from a sock - keep going, pay attention, and look for the wee signs that point us in the right direction.
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P.S. Yarn is “Red Barn in Winter” by @bumblebeeacresfarm and I’m determined to do it justice.
#bjoyfulstudio #lessonfromasock #creativewomenrock #creativepreneur #knitknitknit
  • Guess who came to visit the farm house?! Getting some work done together with @Kariejewell and I can’t believe she’s here in person all the way from NC.
I’m super excited about her plans for 2019, and honored to be part of it.
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#kariejewell #bjoyfulstudio
  • In a world of sharing at light speed its’s easier than ever for anyone to rip off art. But nothing is worse than big companies who steal then refuse to own up.
Stacie @gingiber is an IG peep, and following her story of heartache makes me angry at the loopholes that make this ok.Staying silent isn’t an option, because next time it could be any one of us.  Shame on @reduceeveryday and any retailer who carries their brand.
You can learn more @gingiber. Thanks to @alisonkatedesign for helping us get the word out.
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#myreduce #gingibersheep
  • Creating coloring pages is one of my faves - the kid in me enjoys putting away “real” for awhile.
.#illustration #bjoyfulstudio #themassbox
  • Animation Camp is a wrap!! I have enjoyed these students so so so much - I really don’t want it to end, and I’m sad to turn out the lights and bring it to a close. Proud doesn’t begin to describe how I feel about what these two have accomplished in a  few weeks time.
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#animationcamp #2Danimation #theannexvb #bjoyfulstudio
  • When plans to skype with @hmlightening didn’t work out, we went to plan B - a phone call and a Bluetooth speaker.
Thanks a ton, Herb! You’re the best!
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#animationcamp #usewhatyouhavepart2 #shareyourgifts #theannexvb #bjoyfulstudio
  • Fancy isn’t necessary to do what you love. Use what’s already in your personal toolbox and make magic your way.
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Today students learned how to shoot their drawings and start putting their final animations together - with a phone camera, phone stand, peg bar, and duct tape.
.#usewhatyouhave #animationcamp #2Danimation #bjoyfulstudio #theannexvb
  • Today looks like tweaking big tops + buses!
.#comingsoon #brookielynnsbungalow #bjoyfulstudio #illustration @brookielynnsbungalow
  • Super fun visit from Justin Garcia of @budgessman today! Thank you for sharing your talents and insights with us!
.#animation #2Danimation #animationcamp #theannexvb #art #bjoyfulstudio @theannexvb
  • When I wake up I have a gazillion thoughts - as if my brain was busy all night and couldn’t wait til I woke up to  share with me. All at once. Like a thousand toddlers on my leg demanding my attention. Ideas, plans, worries, prayers, rolling over me in a tumbleweed mess.
Like a good grown up I learned how to shut it down and focus on the day ahead.Now, most mornings I write as soon as I open my eyes. It’s a trick I learned from @seanwes, and it works.It’s kind of all over the place, but ink on paper makes it much easier to corral my ideas and connect dots. And my mind isn’t trying to remember all the things anymore.P.S. Yes, I am reading all those books. Some of them for the second or third time. There are currently four others around the house and car, too. 🤷🏻‍♀️
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#entrepreneur #create #artist #leadersarereaders #writing #bjoyfulstudio #creativewomenrock
  • Today we’re talking about the elements every good story needs. 💭
.#animationcamp #story #storyisking #showdonttell #bjoyfulstudio #theannexvb
  • First day of Camp is in the books and a great success!
It’s still not too late to sign up! Link in profile. 👆🏼 #animationcamp #animation #2Danimation #illustration #virginiabeach #hamptonroads #bjoyfulstudio #theannexvb
  • Animation Camp starts TOMORROW, and I can’t wait to show students all the things! 🎥
It’s NOT too late to grab a seat 👉🏼 animation-camp.com#animationcamp #hamptonroads #bjoyfulstudio #theannexvb #summer #animation
  • Funny not funny!
  • Happy Friday! Joining #fridayintroductions to say hiya and make new friends.
I’m Joy - Illustrator, quilter, homemaker, musician, voracious reader, movie addict, and now Grandmommy! What’s in your toolbox?
  • “Do meaningful work every day.” Not just work that propels you forward, but also work that matters. Im honored to be part of what the team at The Mass Box is doing. Bible crafts and lessons for kids delivered to your door! It’s Sunday school in a box, filled with everything you need to engage your littles. I’m partial to the weekly activity books myself. 😉@themassbox #sundayschoolinabox #themassbox #coloringpages #illustration #bjoyfulstudio
  • Creating autoresponders to match clients’ brands is one of my favorite jobs. Seeing someone’s ideas come to life on my screen is a definite perk.#branding #illustration #smallbusiness #bjoyfulstudio #greatoakcircle
  • How to ditch the hamster wheel and get stuff done for real. I’m not the boss of you, but I think everyone should read this.
#canihaveyourattentionplease #businessbooks #notjustforbusiness #whatimreadingnow @curtsteinhorst

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