EVERY DAY MAY 2025
Hey there!
I’m so happy you’re here.
I’m Kristi, a professional fine artist and the founder of Every Day May.
In 2022, I had strayed from my usual painting practice. I yearned to return to my studio and that desire led me to develop a personal painting challenge in May. As I shared my idea with creative friends, they too were inspired to join, and a small group began creating alongside me. Thus, Every Day May was born.
I believe that creativity is essential to every human's well-being; we need it to thrive. However, we often prioritize other aspects of our lives over creative pursuits. But creativity demands expression. The most effective way to change this is by taking action and committing to show up consistently.
My hope for Every Day May is to inspire creatives from all walks of life, empowering them to feel brave enough to not only begin their artistic journey but to continue showing up, day after day.
31 days of creativity
every Day may
Thank you to everyone who participated in and followed along with Every Day May 2025! This year, we took an intimate journey into 'A Month in the Life of an Artist,' exploring the unseen effort, authentic moments, and daily discipline that shape a creative life.
While the 2025 challenge is now complete, you can revisit the journey and celebrate the work of our featured artists below.
You can use the form below if you want to be the first to know about next year’s challenge and to get access to exclusive discount codes from our sponsors!
every day may event calendar
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Featured Artist
Get a chance to be featured in our weekly newsletter, website, and on Instagram! Every week, one participant will be selected based on participation and quality of work.
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Emily Jeffords
Mindset matters. We are thrilled to share a new sponsor this year! Artist Emily Jeffords’ Affirmation Deck is my daily studio essential—Every Day May participants get 20 % off when they join the challenge.
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Rosemary & Co.
We’re delighted to announce that Rosemary & Co. is a returning sponsor this year. They’re one of my absolute favorite brush companies, and they’re generously offering an incredible prize: a CA$200 Gift Voucher and a CA$200 Brush Bundle. Plus, all participants will receive an exclusive 10% discount when they join.
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Blick Art Materials
We're honored to welcome Blick Art Materials as a first-time sponsor of our month-long creative challenge! One lucky participant will snag a $100 Blick gift coupon-so keep those inspired entries coming and don't forget to tag us.
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Grand Finale Giveaway
Stay tuned for our grand finale giveaway surprise! All entries through the month will be entered into the last giveaway of the month — there might be more than one winner…
Sharing my approach: “A MONTH IN THE LIFE OF AN ARTIST”
Not sure where to start? Let me guide you in setting your own goals for the month while I share my personal approach to the challenge this year. I am calling it “A Month in the Life of an Artist.”
FAQs
Who Can join every day may?
Every Day May is an inclusive challenge for creatives of all types and skill levels. Whether you're a painter, photographer, videographer, writer, poet, chef, baker, ceramicist, sculptor, or any other creative spirit, this invitation is for you. Professionals, hobbyists, and beginners alike are all welcome to participate and find encouragement in their creative pursuits.
Do I need to make something every day?
No! You do not need to create every day — you are welcome to participate as much or as little as you would like throughout the month.
Above all else, this challenge is about creating consistency in your creative practice. As long as you are working towards your unique goals, that is what is most important.
How do I Qualify for the giveaways?
In order to be eligible for the giveaways, make sure you are following me on Instagram @coastalinkstudios, are signed up to the challenge, have shared your introduction post, and are following our giveaway sponsors. Each additional Instagram post and Instagram story will count as an additional entry to the grand finale giveaway. Just be sure to tag me @coastalinkstudios and use the hashtag #everydaymay25 in your posts and Instagram stories, otherwise they will not be counted.
Can I join after the challenge begins?
Yes! Participants can join at any point throughout the entire month of May.
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