Artist Trading Card 14-of-20 in ATC Prompts Series

Negotiate a trade?

 

Nothing noteworthy about “N”?

No novel ideas among neighbors, nieces and nephews?

Nursed newborns need nourishment, naps and a nudge to follow their instinct, fly from the nest and soar to new heights! Hymns are handed down from one generation to the next. Take a whimsical risk—stick your neck out—commit to a newfangled novelty for increasing originality. Navigate a noticeable way to embolden yourself; then, network with others.

Artist Trading Card (ATC) 14-of-20 in series, front.

Now that I think of it, I could have named her Nancy to go with the “N” theme. At the time of titling this colorful piece, one of the sisters mentioned in Romans 16 came to mind. Phoebe’s Neck watercolor on FreshRetroGallery natural parchment style ATC paper, using Prompts for the notion of a new artwork numbered 14, after a letter in the swap name creative tradiNg cards. 

Born naturally naive.

Normal is nothing but a setting on the dryer. It’s nonsense to presume; no one knows it all, nor is supremely noble. Nickles are needed for nutritious noodles and nachos. Nutmeg’s pungent aroma brings to my nose a sense of nostalgia. At nine-thirty get ready to nestle in for the night.

ATC back number 14-of-20 in series.

Title of the piece: Phoebe’s Neck • Media used: watercolor • Date created: 3.13.2024 • Artist name and signature: Elizabeth Knaus • Group or swap information: Creative Trading Cards • Artist contact info (website, email, etc.): freshretrogallery

No need to wait for new gift ideas!

Never again be up to your neck in pre-holiday stress or have Santa breathing down your neck. The one-stop online shop FreshRetroGallery has unique gifts for ages baby through adult—girls, boys, men, women. Shopping doesn’t need to be a pain in the neck. Easily get a few items from my neck of the woods

• sent to you personally to use, stash, and give in person
  
• drop shipped anywhere, directly to each of your gift recipients
  

Natural parchment style paper for artist trading card (ATC) size is 3.5x2.5". 14th in series using Prompts by FreshRetroGallery.

Fun New Year resolutions: become creative and in-touch!

Note the latest nice, nifty, artsy-nerd, family-friendly, educational, fun game gift ideas. Enjoy learning anew to create and trade.

Prompts for ATC creative artist trading cards

Nuggets of God’s Word.

Do not now be stiff-necked as your fathers were, but yield yourselves to the Lord and come to his sanctuary, which he has consecrated forever, and serve the Lord your God, that his fierce anger may turn away from you. 2 Chronicles 30:8

It would be better for him if a millstone were hung around his neck and he were cast into the sea than that he should cause one of these little ones to sin. Luke 17:2

Let not steadfast love and faithfulness forsake you; bind them around your neck; write them on the tablet of your heart. … My son, do not lose sight of these—keep sound wisdom and discretion, and they will be life for your soul and adornment for your neck. Proverbs 3:3,21-22

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ATC Prompts 13-of-20 in series

Want ideas on how to relax inside…

 

…independently and potentially involving others in your life…

…with incredible, irregular, interactive artist trading card ATC ideas?

Everything we do doesn’t need to generate income, bring stressful anxious insomnia, or become an uninteresting routine.

Invite good intentions with an item called Prompts for ATCs. An individual may impulsively create them solo, keep, share and intentionally plan to include others. Creativity ignored may be itching to take flight! It’s healthy to hope an undiscovered spark will ignite! Light bulb moments illuminate reasons to invest intelligent use of time, increase intimacy and find solutions for overcoming lonely isolation. Today is a gift and so is each person. Wisdom balances tasks with moments of enjoyment—taking special time to pray, listen to Scripture, music or podcasts during restful, as well as playful interaction-igniting activities.

ATC 13-of-20 in series, front

Inspired by the Light mixed media artwork on FreshRetroGallery natural parchment style ATC paper, using Prompts to ignite an idea for the 13th letter in the swap name creative trading cards.

The entire universe was created by God’s Word.

Our faithful, powerful Creator—the Word, Light of all ages, Savior—personally came into the world to give Himself for us. He, who is the reason we celebrate Christmas, sent the Holy Spirit in Word and water of Baptism for us—to give the faith which saves. All who receive it are free from the punishment of sin, death and the power of the devil. Perfectly, victoriously, Jesus shines to remove darkness and assure life for us! In Truth, we grasp God’s gift of repentance, thrive in turning toward the Light’s cleansing forgiveness and protection. Strengthened by His body and blood, we hold and reflect comfort and love. By grace, all trusting the promise look forward to Christ’s second coming. He’ll bring believers into life that will go on forever with joy unimaginable—apart from sin, death and sorrow. learn more

Details inked on ATC back number 13-of-20 in series.

Title of the piece: inspired by the Light • Media used: watercolor, markers and pencil • Date created: 4.20.2024 • Artist name and signature: Elizabeth Knaus • Group or swap information: Creative Trading Cards • Artist contact info (website, email, etc.): freshretrogallery

Intriguing is the process to draw, paint, sketch and write.

You might imagine those immersed in arts are inclined with extraordinary talent. Actually, everyone’s gift of internal incentive is infused with interest and practice. The importance of indulging ingenuity is beneficial for our own body, mind and soul; plus, it often serves others as well. Trading handmade ATCs adds the impact of fulfillment.

Natural parchment style paper for artist trading card (ATC) size is 3.5x2.5". 13th in series using Prompts by FreshRetroGallery.

Gift and game ideas for young children to older adults—boys, girls, men, women.

Prompts for creative artist trading cards ATC

Are you into Truth’s inspiration?

Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 8:12

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Series of Prompts 12-of-20

Do you doodle?

 

Doodling creative artist tradDing cards (ATC)

 

How to doodle for a delightful mind workout.

In keeping your body healthy—building endurance, strengthening—do you lift weight, move and exercise everyday while you clean your home, do yard work, walk, swim, run, ride bike or stretch? Did you know your brain also needs to experience dabbling in enjoyable and repetitive activities to keep it feeling well and growing strong? The mind’s God-given gifts of creativity and problem-solving capability crave the challenging practice of simple artwork. Coming up with ideas and doodling on ATCs is a good plan to improve mental health. The satisfaction of using the mind this way gets an even higher quality by taking steps to organize interactive collaboration and trading. Benefits for souls are best when ATC activity multiplies through the warm gesture of inviting people to join the fun. Do it!

Why develop a discipline of routine doodling alone or with others?

• express emotion
• visual diary
• relax at a desk or table
  
• boost creativity
• add artistic abilities
• cope with frustration
• squash boredom
• dance on paper
  
• discover new patterns
• exercise good timing
• illustrate ideas
• enhance memory 
• do new things
• open doors of communication
  
• drop bad habits
• dedicate time well spent
• dress up decor 
• deliberate restful entertainment
  

Doodlers claim doodling helps them concentrate while listening. Doodles have various communicative styles and are a great way to express personality. Doodle art takes forms of caricature, drawings, scribbles, markings and lettering. Tools may be pencil, pen, chalk, watercolor, spray or any kind of paint, crayon, textile and other mixed media on a wide variety of 3.5 x 2.5 inch surfaces for ATCs.

ATC 12-of-20 in series, front

Doodle watercolor painting using Prompts for inspiration considering the 12th letter in creative traDing cards on FreshRetroGallery natural parchment style ATC paper.

Our Creator’s love promises to cover us and always be standing with us in weaknesses.

Whenever the spirit of our heart is down, dried up and withered, we may pray to the Holy Spirit in Jesus Name. Life-giving Word awakens trust in its promises. Comforted by the faith which receives Christ’s unwavering love and forgiveness, those in Truth’s Light belong to the One who has defeated darkness and presumptuous arrogant lies which distract. That freedom keeps turning toward goodness that’s true, beautiful and harmonious. Together, at home and at church, we build each other up in active Word, prayer and song.

ATC back 12-of-20 in series

Title of the piece: Doodle • Media used: pencil and watercolor • Date created: 3.24.2024 • Artist name and signature: Elizabeth Knaus • Group or swap information: Creative Trading Cards • Artist contact info (website, email, etc.): freshretrogallery

ATC blank front shown painted; detail form printed on back is shown filled out.

Natural parchment style paper for artist trading card (ATC) size is 3.5x2.5". 12th in series using Prompts by FreshRetroGallery.

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Daily dive into devotion.

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