21 Secrets Spring 2016 ~ Tools and Techniques

Hello dear ones,
It has been an eternity since I've spent time on my blog, not that I haven't been working or creating, just been a bit lost in my life the past while. It has been almost as long since I've taught workshops that weren't local. I've missed sharing with my extended tribe!! So it is with a joyful heart that I announce my brand new workshop "Magic Markers" which is included in the 21 Secrets ~ Tool and Techniques Spring 2016 workshop.

For the past few years I have been experimenting with new ways of using markers in my visual journals and other artwork. Want to learn how I created the artwork below? Then join me in the new 21 Secrets Tools and Techniques workshop. Included in the workshop are detailed videos of the tools and techniques I used to achieve the effects along with two additional marker techniques.

Not only will you receive my workshop, you will also have access to the other 20 workshops in the 21 Secrets collaboration. Registration is open now! Self paced workshops become available April 1st!

"Knock Knock" © Lisa Cheney 2016
Markers and Ink

To Learn more about 21 Secrets, the workshop I am offering, the other amazing teachers and our "secrets to share", and to sign up click here!!

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Please note: Each instructor has an individual affiliate link, so when you sign up though my link above, I will get credit for that, which in turn is how I receive payment for working with you during this fantastic workshop. Though, even if you choose to sign up through another instructor's affiliate link, we all benefit from having a full event... we are one big happy family over here!! I look forward to working with you in April!!

Art Unraveled 2012 ~ Phoenix AZ

I can't believe how quickly life flies by!! In one week I will be traveling to AZ to teach at Art Unraveled. I am so excited to meet new kindred spirits and give hugs to those that have already touched my life. 

I will be participating in the Saturday Market Day with lots of personal work for sale, then kicking my heals up with a lot of the other instructors in a mad art making contest that evening! 

I am looking forward to Saturday's fun, however the following 3 days are what moves my soul and gets me excited. Three full days of sharing, teaching, connecting, and watching newly aquatinted  friends learn and grow as artists. Yes, this is were my bliss comes from. My natural high. 

Below are the three fantastic workshops I am teaching this year. Even though my Learning to See class is bursting at the seams, I may have a little room to squeeze a few more in... Transferring Memories is also almost full, but has room for a few more. The Savage Mirror will be an intimate class, but has been potent and life changing for past students. It truly is one of my favorite classes to teach.  

Transferring Memories : Sunday

In this workshop we will learn over a dozen different techniques on how to transfer images and text directly into a handmade origami memory book!

Learning to See : Monday

Learning to draw isn't about learning how to use a pencil (we all know how to hold a pencil), it is about learning to see the world around you. I'll be teaching my visual journaling style + shading values techniques with a pencil that will bring depth and dimension to all your journal pages.

The Savage Mirror : Tuesday

 He who knows others is wise. He who knows himself is enlightened. ~ Lua Tzu

Lets spend a day getting to know ourselves, seeing ourselves for who we truly are or where we really want to be. Don’t be intimidated by the thought of having to draw a portrait, we will get around that!! I promise. We come to the mirror to express what is in our hearts, through the use of guided exercises, collage, expressive drawing, painting, and writing. The savage mirror reflects those traits and dreams that the human eye cannot see but are nonetheless obvious when revealed.

If you have any questions about my workshops please feel free to contact me. I would love to hear from you!!

The fun continues!!!

The first class was so much fun that I decided to teach the Visual Art Journaling Book Making class again, not just once but TWO more times. The April 21st class filled instantly, but there is still room in the April 28th class!!! 

Here are some pics from the first class! 

Some REALY beautiful books were created that weekend. :)

Art Unraveled ~ Phoenix 2012

I just returned from a quick trip to Phoenix where I had the pleasure of spending the afternoon with Linda Young, the coordinating genius behind Art Unraveled. She was so kind to give me a tour of the resort where all the magic happens and to answer all my many questions.

I am thrilled to announce that I'll be teaching three of my favorite workshops at Art Unraveled in Phoenix this coming summer.

Transferring Memories : Sunday

In this workshop we will learn over a dozen different techniques on how to transfer images and text directly into a handmade origami memory book!

Learning to See : Monday

Learning to draw isn't about learning how to use a pencil (we all know how to hold a pencil), it is about learning to see the world around you. I'll be teaching my visual journaling style + shading values techniques with a pencil that will bring depth and dimension to all your journal pages.

The Savage Mirror : Tuesday

 He who knows others is wise. He who knows himself is enlightened. ~ Lua Tzu

Lets spend a day getting to know ourselves, seeing ourselves for who we truly are or where we really want to be. Don’t be intimidated by the thought of having to draw a portrait, we will get around that!! I promise. We come to the mirror to express what is in our hearts, through the use of guided exercises, collage, expressive drawing, painting, and writing. The savage mirror reflects those traits and dreams that the human eye cannot see but are nonetheless obvious when revealed.

If you have any questions about my workshops please feel free to contact me. I would love to hear from you!!