GM Europe, and Africa! Good afternoon Asia and Australia!
We’re already into **Week 2** of the 2026 Calendar Challenge and it’s time to check in.
How did your January piece feel? What surprised you, what sparked joy, and what would you love to share with the community? Drop a photo, a quick video, or just a few words below—let’s keep the vibe going together.
### Week 2 - February
**Core Theme:** *Heart & Hearth*
**Prompt:** “Where does love live in my life?”
Think of the things that warm your heart: a red‑bloomed amaryllis, hummingbirds hovering at the feeder, fresh Valentine’s roses, or that favorite cozy blanket.
**Optional Creative Exercise**
1. Assemble a mixed‑media collage of objects, textures, or images that give you comfort.
2. Write a short gratitude list (3‑5 items) that ties directly to the collage.
Remember, the **Core Principle** stays the same: one visual representation of the month each week, any medium you love, and the focus is on *process* over *product*.
Can’t wait to see how love lives in your world! 🌿💖
Some fun collage ideas:
GN I'm going to bed now 😴
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I tried to convey a magic filled winter night. That's what new year feels like for me. The magic of new beginnings and the change in the air. There's so much potential in the air, the moment the sun is up things will happen.
Yea I see so many things I want to adjust BUT I need to keep going. This is supposed to be fun.
Here is the overall layout of all the sketches I did over the past week.
It looks somewhat cohesive. Who knows if I'll stick to what I have sketched out here but it is nice to see everything together. It gives me a cohesive view of everything and will help me make decisions in the design process. You don't have to do this, this is just a personal preference. I do big strokes first, then I refine and go into the details.
I forgot I made myself a color/visual guide 😂
Sometimes I do WAY too much planning and I forget half of what I originally wanted to do.
How is your first week of the challenge going?
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