Better pics of work in progress
Just popping in really quick to post a couple of better photos of the piece I'm currently working on. Would love to hear what you think of her. I've tried a few new things while working on her face and I'd love some feedback.
Well I'd better run. Aiden's got an appointment with the speech pathologist at the elementary school down the street and we need to get going in a few if we're actually gonna be there in time. Much love to y'all! xoxo
High quality version of latest video & online classes update
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Good morning y'all! Here's a bigger and higher quality version of my last video. You'll need the Quicktime player to view it. When you click on it, a new player will open in a pop up window....go ahead and click play and then pause it. Let it load for a little bit before you hit play again, otherwise the video will stop and start. This version is at a higher resolution that the YouTube version, therefore the file size is much larger and will take more time to load. I think it'll be worth the wait though. ;) This is more along the lines of the quality of the videos you'll be getting in my online classes....and actually they'll be even better because they are not sped up and I have the camera right beside me while I'm demonstrating and explaining what I'm doing. It'll be like you're standing in my studio and looking right over my shoulder! Pretty great, huh? :D
Speaking of my online classes, I'm getting ready to post the first class supply list to the private class blog in a little while so if you're signed up for the backgrounds class that starts on February 18th be on the lookout for an email from me later today. I've been getting emails asking if there's any room left in the classes....there's still some room left in both the backgrounds class and the faces class, but at the rate people are signing up I may have to close class sign ups soon....especially for the backgrounds class. Once I close class sign ups, I will take the payment buttons down off of the online classes page. So if you still see the payment buttons, then sign ups are still open. :)
Well I'd better get a movin'....so much to do today and Aiden's home sick from school. Poor guy been coughing his head off all morning....and as all you moms know, it's even harder, if not impossible, to get things done when you've got a sick little one to look after.
Online Mixed Media Classes
Sign ups closed...stay tuned for new classes being developed (early 2010)
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General Class Info:
All classes will be conducted via a private blog where all materials & lessons for the class will be posted and available the very first day of class so you can go at your own pace.....supply list, step by step PDF lesson notes, and downloadable high quality videos showing how I use each of the techniques we'll be covering. The class videos file sizes are quite large and you will need a high speed internet connection in order to view them properly.
I have also set up a Flickr group and a private Google group for class members only. Participation on the class blog, in the Flickr group and/or Google group are encouraged for the full class experience, but are not required.
Within 48-72 hours of sending your payment, you will receive a payment confirmation by email that contains the complete class supply list. A day or two before the class starts, I will email all class members with the blog username/password and an invitation to the Flickr & Google groups. You will then be able to access the private class blog. All videos will be available on the first day of class so that you can go at your own pace.
Each video lesson will be anywhere from 10-25 minutes in length. It's totally up to you how much time you spend practicing the techniques I demonstrate. :)
Please do not share the usernames/passwords, videos, or class materials with anyone. They are for paid class members only and just for your personal use. All class materials/videos are property of Paulette Insall © 2008-2009 and are not for distribution.
Payments:
I am accepting payment of class fees via PayPal (Most credit cards are accepted with this method. You do not have to have a PayPal account to pay via PayPal).
Even though these are online classes, I will limit the class sizes because I can only handle so many students per class and still give everyone personal attention. So be sure to sign up early to make sure you don't miss out. :)
Refunds:
Class fee is fully refundable until the day before a class starts. Once the class starts, no refunds will be offered.
Skills needed:
I've made accessing all class info as easy and straightforward as possible by using the blog format. So if you're familiar with blogs, then you'll have no problem. Even if you're not, its really simple and I provide instructions on how to participate/comment on the class blog FAQ page. You'll just need to enter the username and password that I will provide in order to access the private class blog.
A high speed internet connection is required for viewing & downloading class video lessons. They are high quality Quicktime videos in 640x480 resolution and may take anywhere from 20 minutes to a couple of hours to load. Past students have said that it was more than worth the wait. :)
See class descriptions below and to sign up for classes
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Organic Dimension (Backgrounds Class)
$65 (5 weeks)
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See what current & past students created in this class below
Learn all the techniques I use to create my layered backgrounds. We'll be working with acrylic paint, stamps, found objects/imagery, and paper in an intuitive manner to create unique paintings with lots of luscious visual texture and depth. Come loosen up and have fun!!! No previous painting experience needed.
All level class - no previous painting or collage experience required
This class will be 5 weeks long from the start date shown above, but you will have access to the private blog for an additional 3 weeks after the class just in case you got a little behind. There is no set time you have to be online and you go at your own pace.
Week One: Prepping your surface/Building a foundation
Week Two: Adding dimension & visual texture
Week Three: More depth & texture
Week Four: Adding focal/secondary elements
Week Five: Finishing touches...integrating all the elements
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All About Faces (Portraits Class)
$90 (7 weeks)
See what current & past students created in this class below
Have you wanted to paint faces, but didn't know where to start? I'll teach you all my techniques along with tips on working with acrylics and water soluble painting crayons. Learn to mix skin tones, how to layer to get amazing depth in your faces, and tricks to help you improve your drawing skills. I'll share how I taught myself to draw and all the things I have learned that have helped me develop my drawing skills. Don't know how to draw or don't feel ready to paint your your own drawings...no problem. I'll also be providing some of my own original drawings for you to paint instead.
All level class - basic experience helpful, but no previous painting experience required
This class will be 7 weeks long from the start date shown above, but you will have access to the private blog for an additional 3 weeks after the class just in case you got a little behind. There is no set time you have to be online and you go at your own pace.
Week One: Drawing the portrait
Week Two: Canvas prep, backgrounds, & transferring the portrait
Week Three: Mixing your own skintones & how to apply them
Week Four: Facial features part 1 - eyes & lips
Week Five: Facial features part 2 - hair & eyebrows
Week Six: Adding depth & detail with Caran d'arch artist crayons
Week Seven: Finishing touches
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Enjoying The Journey
Creating a mixed media inspiration journal
$50
Class Start Date: TBA early 2010
***If you aren't already a member, you will need to sign up for my creative network on Ning in order to take this class*** ~Classroom invite will go to your payment email address. If you'd like the classroom invite to go to a different email please include it in the notes/comments with your payment or email me.~
Struggling to find your creative voice? An inspiration journal is a wonderful way to help you discover your own unique style through experimentation and bringing together all the things that inspire you...whether that be particular artists, an era of time, colors, nature, your faith, a decorating style, fashion, or all of the above. Join me for a journey where we will uncover what makes your soul sing using paint, collage, and down to earth journaling....no writing skills needed here...just writing straight from your heart. More than anything, we will learn to let go and let our inner voice be our guide...working intuitively. When we're done, you'll have made the first steps on your journey to discover your true creative self. Class includes four high quality video demos, PDF lesson notes, creative prompts, & artsy tips. All level class ~ no prior art experience necessary Lesson One ~ Getting color on the pages Lesson Two ~ Adding meaningful imagery & text Lesson Three ~ Journaling your inspirations Lesson ~ Embellishment, play, and discovery Supply List
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