Hi Friends,
So, it’s been quite a week, huh? The first few days were surreal but the heaviness of this new reality began to sink in towards the week’s end. I hope you are doing ok, feeling well, and hanging in there.
For me, as an artist, sometimes what I do can feel silly compared to people like our tireless healthcare workers who are out there risking their lives to save others. Words cannot express my admiration and gratitude for the doctors, nurses, delivery people, grocery store employees, and all the other essential workers keeping the world running right now. Sitting at my desk drawing, working on my next book, feels very small in comparison to such important work.
But I saw a quote in my Facebook feed this week that snapped me into gear: Always remember that in times like this, people turn to artists to help them through. (At least that was the vibe of it—I am kicking myself for not snapping a screenshot!)
Music, tv, movies, podcasts, video games, art, puzzles, books—these are the things that will get us through this time, apart, but together.
So it’s my job to help however I can to add a little color and positivity to your day. God knows we all need it.
Each week I’m going to post two free downloadable coloring pages to my site for you guys to print at home. My plan is to put two new ones up every Sunday evening and take down the previous two. I’ll let everyone know on Facebook and Instagram when they’re up. I hope you enjoy them and they bring a little fun, positivity, and sanity to your day. Please share this with friends so they can enjoy as well. Maybe even consider surprising a friend or family member by mailing them a colored page. I guarantee you that will make their day! :)
And If you’re like me and you have kids home with you all day, every day now (mine are 14 and 11), a little quiet coloring time can be just the sanity saver (and break from screentime!) that everyone needs.
I want you to know that my offer of help extends past my art—if you’re going a little stir crazy and you need to chat, I’m here. Send me an email or message and say Hi. With this new profound social distancing, we must not become disconnected. Maintaining a sense of positivity, however challenging, must be our priority today, tomorrow, and for the weeks to come. We will get through this crazy time—together.
After you’re done coloring, please share your colored pages on my Facebook page for everyone to enjoy, too! It would be awesome if everyone posted their colored pages in the comment of the Facebook announcement each week so everyone can see what everyone else is up to in one spot.
Take care of yourself and each other.
Be well, stay strong, & happy coloring!
Talk soon,
Jess ♥
P.S. As always, if you’re looking for new books or a gift to send a friend, you can shop at my Etsy store, TotallySuperCute for stickers, coloring books, and cards. This week my most popular item has been my box of Super Cute coloring cards (which normally doesn’t sell all that often—my stickers are much more popular). At first I was a puzzled why they were suddenly so popular, but my husband (oh, so smartly!) pointed out that they’re a great way to stay in touch with friends and family that you can’t see right now. So if you’re looking for a fun family activity, color something and then send it to a friend, loved one, or even your local hospital or nursing home. Sharing your coloring is a wonderful way to spread positivity and stay connected right now.
My Etsy Shop: www.etsy.com/shop/TotallySuperCute
My books on Amazon: www.amazon.com/author/jessvolinski