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The Membership for Creatives Craving an Intimate Space
WHERE CREATIVITY THRIVES AT AN EASY-GOING PACE.
The Membership for Creatives Craving
an Intimate Space
WHERE CREATIVITY THRIVES AT AN EASY-GOING PACE.
Although creative souls, like you, have more info at our fingertips than ever before (thanks, Internet) true community can be hard to find.
The Roben's Nest is your well-deserved break to nurture your creative soul and reconnect with fellow makers in a joyful, judgment-free, and FUN online haven.
Whether you’re searching for fresh inspiration, craving deeper creative connection, or needing a gentle push to dive into your craft, you belong here.
Here, you’ll find the support, motivation, and creative confidence to explore without pressure, experiment freely, and truly enjoy the process of making art.
The Roben’s Nest, a monthly membership led by artist Roben-Marie Smith, is your go-to community for free-spirited creatives of all levels.
Beginners are not just welcome, they’re celebrated! 🎉
The Roben’s Nest is for you if you're…
- Seeking fresh inspiration, accountability, and the confidence to create consistently.
- Eager to explore new mediums and techniques in a welcoming, encouraging environment.
- Ready to leave behind online overwhelm and step into a real, nurturing community.
- Wanting to enjoy the creative process fully and feel proud of every step in your artistic journey.
- Craving connection with fellow creatives who understand and share your passion.
The Roben’s Nest is for you if you're…
- Seeking fresh inspiration, accountability, and the confidence to create consistently.
- Eager to explore new mediums and techniques in a welcoming, encouraging environment.
- Ready to leave behind online overwhelm and step into a real, nurturing community.
- Wanting to enjoy the creative process fully and feel proud of every step in your artistic journey.
- Craving connection with fellow creatives who understand and share your passion.
Hear from happy members...
What you can expect inside The Roben's Nest each month…
A CREATIVE SPARK EVERY MONTH
Keep your creative momentum going with one monthly project, lesson, or even a little surprise gift from me! A fun way to stay inspired.
MONTHLY LIVE CALLS
Bring a project to work or just hang out and connect with your fellow creatives, ask questions and share all in comfortable online space twice each month.
UNLIMITED ART COURSES
Unlock access to a growing library of 8+ mixed media and art journaling classes taught exclusively by Roben-Marie. As new classes are added, you’ll get access to those as well!
WEEKLY EMAILS
Dive into our value-packed weekly newsletter, The Art Nest Digest, for community updates, news, tips, creative inspiration and so much more.
What you can expect inside The Roben's Nest each month…
A CREATIVE SPARK EVERY MONTH
Keep your creative momentum going with one monthly project, lesson, or even a little surprise gift from me! A fun way to stay inspired.
MONTHLY LIVE CALLS
Come play with texture and color, connect with your fellow creatives and make art in a fun, comfortable online space once each month.
UNLIMITED ART COURSES
Unlock access to a growing library of 8+ mixed media and art journaling classes taught exclusively by Roben-Marie. As new classes are added, you’ll get access to those as well!
WEEKLY EMAILS
Dive into our value-packed weekly newsletter, The Art Nest Digest, for community updates, news, tips, creative inspiration and so much more.
And get access to special courses ONLY available to Roben's Nest members.
New projects or gifts are added each month.
PAPER & SKIN: EASY PHOTO TRANSFER
A simple, no-pressure technique for turning your favorite photos into soft, layered elements for your art.
CREATIVE TABS SWATCH RING
Create a one-of-a-kind sampler of tabs with this fun and interactive project!
OUT OF THE BOX JUNK JOURNAL
Create a unique, tactile junk journal from recycled boxes.
SKINNY MINI JOURNAL
Create my signature Skinny Mini Journals made from an old book, fabric and more.
INKY FABRIC DRAWSTRING POUCH
Paint fabric and then transform it into unique drawstring pouches.
PATCHWORK COLLAGE
Craft a large patchwork paper collage and two unique pamphlet booklets.
Joining The Roben's Nest Takes You on a Creative Journey...
AS SOON AS YOU JOIN YOU CAN:
•Dive into a library of mixed media courses.
•Watch replays of past live sessions.
•Connect with other members.
IN A MONTH YOU WILL HAVE:
•Have met some art besties.
•Attended a live session.
•Completed your first project and your family thinks it's amazing.
•Played Nest Bingo.
SIX MONTHS FROM NOW:
•The monthly sessions have become a staple in your calendar.
•You will have participated in an art swap.
•You're enjoying more confidence in your art making.
Kind words from members who are thriving in their creativity:
AND THESE AWESOME BONUSES ARE ALSO INCLUDED:
A WARM SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY
Come hang out in our community to meet new friends, ask questions, share your work and support each others’ art journeys.
QUARTERLY MAIL ART SWAPS
Join a quarterly art swap with fellow Nest members.
In this ritual of expression and connection, you'll exchange "envelopes of creative joy" with a fellow member.
BI-MONTHLY NEST BINGO
A lighthearted creative challenge to keep you inspired and connected—complete a row on your card, share it with the group, and you’ll be entered to win a prize.
CONNECT WITH MEMBERS
Find other members to connect with that live in your state or country. Plan meetups, swaps or live call art sessions.
There's a forum where you can do just.
VIP SHOP ACCESS
Do you love filling your world with bright, colorful original art? You’re in luck! Members get first dibs on all artwork and other items in Roben-Marie's pop-up shop.
Hey, I'm Roben-Marie!
I’m a full-time mixed media artist, business builder, home baker, tech nerd and beach lover with a heart for helping my fellow creatives learn and grow.
My studio is my happy place, where you’ll find me playing with TONS of different mediums to create my signature layered collages and handmade art journals. (Yes, it gets messy in there.)
Creativity helps me express myself, find my authentic voice, and let the wild and fierce side of my soul run free.
That’s why I started The Roben’s Nest– because I want that for you, too! I hope you’ll join us for the journey.
As Seen in...
These are some of the transformations that members have seen after joining The Roben's Nest.
"I'm more successful at not judging my work as harshly as I normally would."
"Making time for my creative process has helped my mental health."
"I'm enjoying the process more rather than being outcome focused."
"I'm experiencing the joy of making art for art's sake."
"I'm using supplies that have been collecting dust."
"I'm devoting more time to do what I love."
"I'm trusting my art process more."
"I feel I'm finding my own style."
Here's Everything That's Waiting For You...
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Unlock instant access to a library of mixed media and art journaling classes. Enjoy all of my non-collaborative art courses. There are nine in there right now at a value of $520 if purchased individually. These only include courses taught exclusively by Roben-Marie. Does not include retired courses.
- A creative spark every month. Keep your creative momentum going with one monthly project, lesson, or even a little surprise gift from me! A fun way to stay inspired.
- Two live monthly group calls via Zoom. Whether you’re working on a project or just want to hang out, these calls are your chance to connect, ask questions, and share in a relaxed, comfortable online space.
- Weekly emails. Dive into our value-packed weekly newsletter, The Art Nest Digest, for community updates, news, tips, creative inspiration and so much more.
- A warm, supportive community. Meet new friends, ask questions, share your work, and support each other's creative journeys in our welcoming online space.
- Bi-monthly Nest Bingo. A lighthearted creative challenge to keep you inspired and connected—complete a row on your card, share it with the group, and you’ll be entered to win a prize.
- VIP shop access. Love surrounding yourself with original art? Members get first dibs on all artwork and other items in Roben-Marie’s exclusive pop-up shop.
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Quarterly mail art swaps. Join our quarterly art swap—a ritual of expression and connection. Exchange "envelopes of creative joy" with a fellow Nest member and spread some artistic happiness!
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Local connections. Find other members near you, plan meetups, swaps, or live call art sessions. There’s a forum dedicated to helping you make these connections—building a global yet wonderfully personal community.
Enrollment is currently paused.
Join the VIP Wait List to get notified when we open again in early 2026.🪺
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Frequently Asked Questions
Think mixed media for sure! I will share all kinds of things from art journaling, collage, paper painting to slow stitching and more!
Yes! Watch the videos as often as you like with no limit to how often. This is for as long as you are a paying member of The Roben's Nest.
All of my currently available, individual art courses are included in the membership. Collaborative courses are not.
Yes! Connect with other creatives and makers, ask questions, get support and encouragement from me and other members in our community group.
The Roben's Nest subscription is billed monthly to a credit card until you cancel. While I would hate to see you go, you will find a place to cancel inside your account.
This membership works much like Netflix in that while you are a subscribing/paying member, you have full access to all material, but once you cancel, you no longer have access. Videos are not downloadable.
Yes, the classes you have paid for and have access to are separate from the membership and you retain access to those should you leave The Roben's Nest.
When it comes to our annual membership plan, it's designed to offer a discounted rate for those who commit to a full year upfront. While we do provide the option to cancel before the next renewal cycle, refunds for the remaining months aren't typically issued if you decide to discontinue your membership early.
If you're uncertain about committing to the annual plan, perhaps starting with our monthly option might be a better fit. This way, you have the flexibility to reassess your needs without the longer commitment.
Yes, live calls are recorded and added into the membership so you can watch/listen on your schedule.
We accept credit cards for subscription payments. We are no longer able to accept PayPal due to issues when using them for subscriptions.
The live calls are on a flexible schedule that is different each month. Times and days of the week vary to try and accommodate as many Nesters as possible. All live calls are recorded and replays upploaded to the membership.
Please send an email to support@robenmarie.com and we will help you. Thanks!
Get IMMEDIATE ACCESS to all of these courses as soon as you join!
THIS IS A SAMPLING OF ROBEN-MARIE'S MOST POPULAR ART COURSES
SALVAGED JOURNAL: $65 Value
Create a tactile, layered journal with collage. This course invites you to embrace upcycling while creating meaningful art that tells your unique story.
BOOKLET BUNDLES OF JOY: $55 Value
Create joyful, handmade booklets with simple techniques perfect for gifting or personal keepsakes. This course makes it easy to craft delightful mini-books filled with creativity.
MIXED MEDIA MEET UP: $65 Value
Learn my intuitive process for creating large scale painted papers using a variety of mediums including acrylic paints, pastels, pencils, crayons, inks and more.
BLENDING ABSTRACT: $49 Value
Explore bold colors, textures, and abstract techniques to create vibrant, expressive art that is uniquely yours. Primary focus is on soft pastels, pencils and crayons.
EASY BAKE ARTISAN PAPERS: $55 Value
Effortlessly create beautiful artisan papers using simple techniques, vegetables and spices...all baked to perfection.
POP-UP FRINGE JOURNAL: $59 Value
Add playful, interactive pop-up elements to your journals with this fun and tactile course. Explore new dimensions in journaling as you create engaging, fringe-filled pages.
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