Has Christmas Started to Feel... Too Familiar?
I think one of the greatest dangers of Christmas isn't that we're too busy.
It's that we've heard the story so many times, we stop letting it change us.
We know the names. We know the manger. We know the shepherds and the wise men. But what if we slowed down long enough to see the people behind the story and the God who was working through every moment?
What if Mary's humility, Joseph's obedience, the shepherds' praise, and the wise men's belief weren't just part of the Christmas story... but an invitation for our own lives?
And what if, through it all, we were reminded that God still sees us, hears us, has a plan, guides our steps, uses ordinary people, and His timing is still perfect?
That's my prayer for this year's Artistic Advent.
Not that we'll simply remember the Christmas story... But that we'll let the character of Christmas become part of our own.
I can't wait to create with you.
Kim
What Will The Character of Christmas Do for You?
Shape your heart—not just your December.
As you reflect on twelve timeless truths, you'll be encouraged to grow in humility, obedience, praise, belief, and a deeper trust in God's character all year long.
Help you experience the Christmas story with fresh eyes.
Discover new meaning in familiar passages as you explore the people, the promises, and the God behind the story you've heard your whole life.
Create with purpose and worship.
Learn inspiring mixed media techniques from Christian artists while creating meaningful journal pages that become an act of worship, not just another project.
Draw you closer to the heart of God.
Through Scripture, faith art journaling, and creative reflection, you'll be reminded that God still sees you, hears you, guides you, and faithfully works through ordinary lives.
Leave you with a keepsake you'll treasure.
Your handmade Advent journal will become more than a collection of artwork, it will be a reminder of what God taught you and how He met you during this season.
Become part of your Christmas tradition.
With lifetime access, you can revisit the lessons, create again, and return to these timeless truths year after year as you prepare your heart for Christmas.
Here are just a few techniques you’ll learn in this course:
You don’t need to be an experienced artist to join us—this course is all about simple, approachable techniques that make Scripture come alive on the page. With step-by-step guidance, you’ll discover new ways to create, play, and express your faith through art journaling.
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Simple starts: creating templates and collage pieces to build your pages
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Adding texture & depth: stenciling, layering watercolor, and color mixing
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Creative backgrounds: using oil pastel resist, acrylic with gesso, and “push-back” negative space painting
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Interactive elements: adding tags, texture, hidden journaling, and accordion folds
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Mixed media explorations: India ink washes, Mod Podge layering (and fixing mistakes), and textile or collage accents
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Special touches: faux postage stamps, embossing powders, image transfers, and creative use of paint pens
Discover the Character of Christmas.
A creative journey through the people, the promises, and the character of God revealed in the Christmas story.
$ 37 early bird pricing $67
Register HereAbout This Course
This Christmas, don't just revisit the story, experience it in a whole new way.
Artistic Advent 2026: The Character of Christmas is a faith art journaling experience designed to help you discover the people of the Christmas story, the character of God revealed through every moment, and the timeless truths that can shape your own life long after the Christmas season has ended.
Through twelve creative lessons taught by Christian women artists, you'll combine Scripture, mixed media art, and thoughtful reflection as you explore six character traits modeled by the people of the first Christmas and six beautiful truths about the God who came to dwell among us.
Along the way, you'll create a handmade Advent journal filled with meaningful artwork, personal reflections, and reminders of what God has been teaching you, a keepsake you'll treasure and return to year after year.
Inside the course you'll enjoy:
•12 creative lessons exploring these timeless truths:
Humility • Selflessness • Purpose • Obedience • Praise • Belief • God Sees & Hears Us • God Has a Plan • God Will Guide You • God Makes the Impossible Possible • God Uses Ordinary People • God's Timing Is Perfect
• Creative teaching from Christian women artists, each sharing her unique artistic style and faith journey
• Mixed media techniques, creative inspiration, and Scripture reflection in every lesson
• A companion journal filled with guided reflections, prompts, and space to respond creatively
• A bonus journal creation lesson so you can create your own handmade Advent keepsake
• Lifetime access, allowing you to revisit your favorite lessons and make this part of your Christmas tradition year after year
Christmas reveals God's character so it can shape ours.
Be A Part of Artistic Advent Today
Details of Course:
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Immediate access to welcome and bonus materials.
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Full Course Access begins November 3rd, 2026
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You'll find the course in your personal library on KimPepper.com, once you sign up and log in.
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This opportunity to purchase this course goes in the "vault" December 3, 2026, so grab it while you can (once you buy, you'll have lifetime access)
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Lessons: 12 faith art journaling lessons.
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BONUS journal creation lesson
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BONUS printable Companion Journal for additional study
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Approximately 7 hours of video lesson content
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Exclusive Downloads
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Course Community
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$67 $37 (early bird pricing) Course Fee
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Multiple instructors, meet them below!
Meet Your Teachers
I encourage you to go follow them on social media and bring some holiday cheer to your scrolling!
Casey Turner
Casey Turner is the artist behind Express Your Artsy Soul. She is a Christ-follower and busy mom who uses art journaling as emotional release and connection with God. She teaches online courses, hosts faith-based retreats, and shares how mixed media strengthens health and well-being.
Christie Daugherty
Christie Daugherty is an artist, teacher, and creative entrepreneur who shares her love of lettering, Procreate, and paper crafting. She creates uplifting resources that inspire creativity and often include a touch of faith.
Dale Ann Cubbage
Dale Ann has dedicated over 35 years to her church, serving as worship leader and youth pastor. Her faith deeply influences her mixed media art, which she hopes inspires others to explore their faith while finding daily creative renewal and stress relief.
Jenna Burne
Jenna lives in Stroud, UK, and is passionate about helping people encounter God through mixed media art journaling. She teaches at retreat centres, churches, festivals, and online through YouTube and her course, Wild Art, Deep Faith.
Katie Ward
BONUS: Katie Ward is a Bible teacher and the founder of the Bible Study Collective, where she equips women to study Scripture with confidence. Through her printable journals and membership, she provides tools to help women dig deeper into God’s Word.
Laurie Richardson Haley
Laurie Richardson Haley is a Christ-follower and mixed media artist known for her whimsical, rule-breaking creativity. She transforms scraps into playful art, fabric dolls, and quirky journal pages, encouraging others to create boldly and joyfully.
Kim Pepper
Founder of Kim Pepper Creative, Artistic Advent and Faith Fest, Kim helps Christian women grow their faith and creativity through courses, digital products, and her community, The Creative Faith Club. She loves guiding women into new ways of combining faith and art.
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