Slow Living, Art and Summer on a Portuguese Farm | Studio Vlog

What happens when summer heat makes traditional painting impossible? In this slow living studio vlog, I experiment with natural sun printing using dried plants gathered on the farm, botanical dyes from beetroot and turmeric, and the power of the intense Portuguese sun. Alongside the art process, I share open reflections on body changes, navigating menopause, heat tolerance, and learning to trust nature’s timing—both on the land and within ourselves. Whether you’re looking for low-pressure creative inspiration or a quiet space to slow down, I hope this video offers a gentle reminder to be kind to your body, your mind, and your soul. Thank you for spending a few quiet moments with me today. 🌿✨ Much love & light Sonia ♥ 🌿 TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Finding quiet beauty in the summer heat 01:39 - Nature shriveled: The reality of Portuguese summers 04:28 - Reflections on menopause & body changes 05:45 - Experimenting without pressure or expectations 09:36 - Kitchen alchemy: Beetroot & turmeric natural dyes 10:46 - Printing with the sun & dry plants 12:30 - Lifting the prints: Trusting the process 13:55 - Final thoughts ☕ CONNECT & SUPPORT • Join my Studio Archive on Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/studionorthbound • Instagram: @studio_northbound   / studio_northbound   Discounts for my viewers ☺ Easel KraftGeek 15% Discount Code: SN15 KraftGeek Online Store: https://bit.ly/47fwXBb Amazon US: https://amzn.to/4flUcLj Fuumuui brushes 10% discount Link:https://fuumuui.com/discount/Sonia Code:Sonia Music licensed with: https://www.epidemicsound.com #SlowLiving #SunPrinting #StudioVlog #BotanicalPrintmaking #SoniaNowak #StudioNorthbound #MenopauseReflections