3-2-1 We have lift off!
It's feeling real ya'll! I'm finally going to share my love for art with others! I'm not gonna lie, the nerves are strong, but it's time to take the leap….to lift this paint party biz off the ground. 🚀
MARCH 21st | 3-5 PM
I feel like the last five years, between the ‘vid ordeal, adjusting to life in my 50's + caring for my mom, really did a number on my desire to socialize. I believe many can relate to that struggle. I'm an introvert in every sense of the word. To be quite honest, day-to-day peopling takes it out of me. But when I'm given a platform such as my art, even though I'm no where near a perfect artist, I truly enjoy socializing. I believe this new venture will be good for my mental well-being. Or so I hope, 😆
🌻#10 GATEWAY DR | COLLINSVILLE, IL🌻
I'm starting off with an easy sunflower design. Guests get to choose the color of their own sunflower (💛🩵💜🩷). Over the course of two hours I'll guide participants step-by-step and they will leave with a finished piece of art. I have my 80's playlist ready to go so I'm banking on a little audience singalong & chair dancing. Guests can bring light snacks & soft drinks. I have a fun giveaway planned as well as a little thank you for each person attending.
🌞$30 ADULTS | $20 CHILDREN (8-12)🌞
I pray I make this a joyful experience for everyone and my guests leave feeling a little less burdened by the stresses of life.
🎨GRAB YOUR SPOT!🎨
Because I have to prepare beforehand (tracing canvases, filling paint pods, packaging guest art kits) seats must be purchased in advance. Seating IS limited so don't wait until the very last minute. You can purchase your spot here:
https://www.thejoyfulpalettewithhelen.com/store/p/sunflower-paint-party-march-2026
I hope to see a packed room and can't wait to be awed your finished paintings!
🩵Helen🩵
New Art Kits Added
It’s a cold, blustery Saturday here in Collinsville. I feel for anyone that has to work out in these frigid temps! I, on the other hand, am sitting under a blanket with my velcro dog, Maggie, at my feet while updating the shop with new pretties. Speaking of….
Twelve new “Art Kits To-Go” have been added to the shop! Head over HERE to check them out! As always, you have the option to purchase a kit at a reduced price if you do not need another set of brushes. If you are purchasing as a gift, you should grab the Full Kit so the recipient has brushes with which to paint (kind of helpful, lol).
Have a wonderful day and wherever you are, stay warm and healthy!
XOXO
It begins….
I love art-therapy!!! There is nothing like sitting down to paint and suddenly realizing two hours have flown by! Okay, it is doubtful I can sit a full two hours without my bladder interrupting me. But that is just part of being over 50.
When I stumbled upon these art kits and paint party ideas, I thought to myself “I can do this! I SHOULD do this!”. So, I am doing it! I created The Joyful Palette with Helen and have slowly been working to build my website and gather ideas for paint parties and art kits.
It is all still a work-in-progress and the recent loss of my mom has slowed the process down because, well, grief. But I look forward to working through my grief process through art and sharing my love for art with others!
I hope you sign up from the Home Page of my website so you can stay informed about upcoming public paint parties and new Art Kits To-Go I put in the shop.
XOXO