How You Can Create Meaningful One-of-a-Kind Art From The People and Memories That Matter Most…
Even If You’re Not Great with Words and Never Been Good at Art.
You have all those memories, thoughts and feelings about someone or something that means the world to you.
The moments that make you smile.
The things they always say.
Their quirks.
The places you’ve been.
The things you’ve done together.
All those little details you remember that say so much about what they mean to you.
Some make you laugh.
Some make your eyes leak as you feel the love and the miss.
Some are tiny moments that nobody else would understand, but mean everything to you.
They’re all there.
Tangible and intangible memories flapping around your brain.
But when you want to do something with them – to celebrate a wedding, anniversary, birthday or retirement, remember someone you miss, or simply give someone or yourself a gift that really means something.How do you turn all of that into something you can actually give them?
How do you capture years of memories?
How do you find the words?
How do you make something beautiful when you’re not great with words, don’t feel that you’re artistic, or worried you’ll get it wrong?
Because you don’t want to give them just another present.
You want them to feel it.
To feel loved.
Appreciated.
Seen.
Understood.
To know you remember too.
To look at it and think…
“You know me.”
And to have something tangible that keeps all those memories, moments and words where they can see them, share them and enjoy them for years to come.
Something that says everything you’ve been carrying around in your head and heart when you didn’t quite know how to say it.
Hi… I’m Sammie Edgar, creator of Journey of Words, artist and author.
For over 22 years, I have been transforming memories, stories and carefully chosen words into one-of-a-kind artwork.
Unlike traditional personalised artwork, every Journey of Words piece celebrates the people, pets, places, businesses and moments that matter most, turning meaningful words into something beautiful that can be seen, shared and enjoyed for years to come.
The result is more than a piece of art.
It is a personal story, thoughtfully captured to reflect a person, relationship or a special moment that matters to you.
This approach has led to hundreds of bespoke commissions celebrating weddings, anniversaries, new arrivals, memorials, families, businesses and pets.
Every design is created from scratch and hand painted, making every commission completely unique.
Clients often say they continue discovering new words and hidden details long after the artwork has been completed.
They describe the experience as special and the finished artwork as thoughtful, personal and beautifully unique.
Many are surprised by how much joy the artwork brings long after it is received.
It often becomes a natural talking point in their home or office –
“Oh wow they’re all words”
“I’ve never seen anything like this before”.
Others talk of enjoyment they get studying every detail and discovering something new each time they look.
So here’s what I’ve created so you can experience this too.
THE KEEPSAKE
Choose a custom made outline so your artwork feels as individual as the thought behind it.
Capture those moments, quirks and qualities in 10 carefully chosen words. So your artwork becomes a daily reminder of what you value most.
Your words will be handpainted within your chosen outline so your artwork will always be an original piece.
Receive a high-Resolution Digital Artwork professionally created to look beautiful both on screen and in print.
Thoughtful journal prompts to help you uncover the most meaningful words you want your Journey of Words artwork to include, so no words are left out.
A personalised Certificate of Authenticity. A beautiful certificate featuring your finished Journey of Words artwork and its unique details, so you have a lasting record of its originality and authenticity.
What would change if the thoughts and feelings you’ve been carrying around finally had somewhere to go?
Becoming something you can remember creating and forever cherish?
And how about you found a unique way to bring them to life through art?
Today could be the moment you take the first step to creating something so personal and unique that will be treasured for years to come.
Journey of Words
Choose the journey that feels right for you
OPTION ONE
KEEPSAKE
Turn your words, memories and feelings into an original piece of digital art.
10 words that capture the moments, quirks and qualities you value most, so your artwork becomes a daily reminder of what you value most.
Pick your outline from our design collection and use the Words Within journal prompts to help you create artwork as unique as you.
High-resolution digital version of your art, supplied in JPEG and PNG format, ready to print, share and enjoy however you choose.
BONUSES
Words Within Journal Prompts.
Digital Certificate of Authenticity.
Ready within 5–7 days
OPTION TWO
MEMORIES
Bring your memories, ideas and words, and together with me, we’ll co-create a truly personal piece of original digital art.
We’ll uncover 25 meaningful words that capture the moments, quirks and qualities you value most, so your artwork becomes a daily reminder of what you value most.
Co-create your artwork with me, drawing on 22 years of experience to personally guide your words, design and creative choices.
Pick your outline from our design collection and use the Words Within journal prompts, with my personal guidance to help bring your ideas together.
Bespoke colour combination, thoughtfully selected to make your finished artwork unmistakably yours.
High-resolution digital version of your art, supplied in JPEG and PNG format, ready to print, share and enjoy however you choose.
WhatsApp support throughout your creative process, so you can ask questions, share ideas and get my personal guidance whenever you feel stuck or unsure.
BONUSES
Words Within Journal Prompts.
Digital Certificate of Authenticity.
Ready within 21 days
OPTION THREE
HEIRLOOM
Your words, memories and feelings brought to life as a truly personal, original work of hand-painted art on canvas and digital.
~50 meaningful words that capture the moments, quirks and qualities you value most, with flexibility for more where your chosen outline allows.
Fully bespoke 1:1 creative experience with me, exploring the memories, ideas and words that will shape your original artwork, so none of the details that matter get missed.
Personal colour consultation with me to create a bespoke combination that makes your artwork seriously pop.
1:1 Word Journey of Discovery session with me, uncovering the meaningful words, memories and little details you want in your artwork.
Your Journey of Words, hand-painted by me in premium acrylics on a substantial 50cm (20”) tight-weave cotton canvas, professionally stretched over a wooden frame for a beautifully finished original work of art.
Also delivered as a high-resolution digital version of your art, supplied in JPEG and PNG format, ready to print, share and enjoy however you choose.
Timelapse video of your artwork being painted so you can witness your words coming to life.
Beautifully crafted card featuring your artwork and words. While your original artwork is being professionally painted, keep it as a memento of a Journey of Words you created for someone else, carry it with you as a personal reminder, or present it as a tangible version of what’s to come.
Premium gift wrapping, so your finished Heirloom is beautifully presented and ready to give.
Royal Mail Special Delivery, so your original artwork arrives safely and securely in your hands.
Priority 1:1 WhatsApp access to me throughout, so we can explore ideas, refine the details and make sure your finished artwork feels exactly as you hoped it would.
BONUSES
Words Within Journal Prompts.
Digital Certificate of Authenticity.
Your digital artwork and card ready within 14 days. Your professionally hand-painted canvas will be despatched within 4–6 weeks
Explore the collection of outlines available for your Journey of Words artwork and discover the one that feels right for your story.
Words from people who’ve created their
Journey of Words
Real words from people whose memories have been transformed into original art.
The end result was amazing and was exactly what I’d hoped for and more! My niece still finds new words in there which mean so much to her.
Jen
We are still very much in love with the picture Sammie created for our family. It’s such a pleasure to own something so unique to us.
Chris & Lindsay
★★★★★
I couldn’t be more happy! It is perfect and more 🫶 Very kind and efficient! Really is the best around.
Eva-Blue
I love her work but more than that she listens intently and creates a piece of art that is customised and exquisite.
Margaret
it’s on the wall, and it’s awesome just absolutely awesome. I’m absolutely, ironically at a loss for words even though this is full of them.
Graham
A unique combination of your chosen words and phrases intertwined and cleverly woven into your desired image. A very bespoke and thoughtful gift for any occasion
Anne
I love the detail she put into it, the way the words express what me, my business, and my services are all about.
Keith
Sammie is just incredible at what she does! I tasked her with doing a piece for our office and we are so happy with the results.
Charlotte
They are amazing, capturing the essence of the two subject matters brilliantly; they’re somehow more than the sum of the words beautifully painted on the canvas.
Chris
Watch Linda’s Journey of Words story
“If you’re looking for some unique, special piece of art, a family heirloom, I suggest going to see Sammie Edgar from Journey of Words.”
Linda
FAQs
How does The Keepsake Journey actually work?
Choose your outline, colours and 10 meaningful words, using the prompts if you need inspiration. I hand-paint your words within your chosen outline and send you the finished high-resolution artwork with its Certificate of Authenticity, so your memories become something tangible you can see, share and enjoy.
What happens after I place my order?
You’ll receive confirmation of what happens next. For The Keepsake, I’ll email you with your next steps. If your Journey includes WhatsApp support, I’ll contact you there to begin the process, so you’ll know exactly what to do next.
What size can I print my digital Journey of Words artwork?
Your artwork is supplied as a high-resolution 5000 × 5000px digital file, suitable for printing up to A3 size, so you can choose a smaller keepsake print or a larger piece to display in your home.
Will my artwork be an original?
Yes. Even if the same outline has been chosen before, every word is individually hand-painted and your chosen words are personal to your story, so no two finished artworks will ever be exactly the same. You’ll also receive a personalised Certificate of Authenticity as a lasting record of your original Journey of Words artwork.
What if I forget a word or want to change one?
I’ll confirm all your chosen words with you before I begin painting, so any last-minute changes can be made and you can feel confident the words you really want are included.
What if I make a spelling mistake?
I always triple-check your words, and you’ll confirm them before I begin painting, so there’s a final opportunity to spot any spelling mistakes or make last-minute changes before your artwork is created.
What if I don’t know which colours to choose?
Just get in touch by email, or WhatsApp if it’s included with your Journey of Words experience. We can talk through colour combinations together and I’ll use my experience to guide you, so you can choose colours that feel right without having to figure it out alone.
What if I’m not good with words or don’t feel creative?
You don’t need to be. The prompts help you uncover the people, memories, quirks and little details you want to include, and I turn your chosen words into the artwork, so you can create something deeply personal without needing to be a writer or an artist.
What if I need help creating my Journey of Words?
The journal prompts help you uncover your words and memories, with direct WhatsApp support if it’s included in your chosen Journey, so you have guidance available when you need it rather than having to work everything out alone.
Can I create one for myself?
Yes. You can create artwork around a person, pet, memory, relationship, place or time in your own life, so the words and memories you value have somewhere tangible to live rather than simply staying in your head.
What if my words seem silly or insignificant to anyone else?
They don’t need to mean anything to anyone else. A nickname, favourite place, funny saying or tiny shared moment can hold years of meaning, so those little details can make your artwork feel unmistakably personal and bring the memories behind them flooding back.
Can I trust you with words and memories that are personal to me?
Absolutely. I’ve respectfully received the words and stories behind hundreds of commissions, from joyful celebrations to deeply personal memories. Anything personal you share with me is treated with care and respect, so you can feel comfortable sharing the words that mean something to you.
Journey of Words transforms the words that express how much they or something means to you into a truly unique piece of art.