and a reminder to savor life’s simple joys.

My Giant Strawberry is an invitation to pay attention to everyday glimmers of magic

It’s a nudge to grab your art supplies and create without fear

Hi, I’m Anne Butera

I loved making art when I was a child, but as I grew up I “learned” I wasn’t good at it.

As an adult I felt something was missing from my life and set out to reclaim my creativity.

I taught myself how to paint, but I also followed the lead of my kindergarten self and began to believe, again, in the giant strawberries she was able to effortlessly conjure.

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Ignite your Delight

Ignite Delight: a free five-day class from Anne Butera

Five days of daily emails filled with:

  • creative assignments

  • journaling exercises

  • inspiration

  • encouragement

This free class includes written content, a video tutorial and printable creative prompts to continue energizing your creative journey.

a beautiful botanical fine art print of sunflowers from artist Anne Butera
Joy Collecting a guided journal from Anne Butera
a beautiful summer floral sticker created from a botanical watercolor painting

Let me help you develop a sketchbook practice

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See the complete list of publications, press and exhibitions here.