by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 30, 2022 | All
Many of you love our team member Diane Reeves from either coming to a live workshop here at our studio, taking her online course Line and Form or watching her An Artist Studio video. We wanted to share the beautiful news that Diane has a brand new body of work that...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 28, 2022 | All
Do you want the most powerful tool to help you practice art regularly whilst learning all about supplies and techniques through step-by-step videos? Do you want to finally unlock your full artistic potential? Do you want your art practice to feel...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 26, 2022 | All
For the next 72 hours we are having a back to school sale! Take 40% off one online course* and use code: CREATIVE As the temperatures change and kids/grandkids are heading back to school we hope this sale allows you to connect with your...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 24, 2022 | All
We have slowly been adding to our stock of European art supplies from Wallace Seymour. We are the US distributor and we have been so honored to offer you the ancient drawing blocks and custom made pigment cigars. Your response to them has been incredible. I am excited...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 23, 2022 | All
*THIS GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED* I am so happy to announce the winners of the @electra_bicycle and basket/bell from @toteandkarishop! The winners are @ginapierce and @oxfordcomma.etc. Thank you to everyone that entered here on our blog, on Facebook and Instagram. We had the...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 17, 2022 | All
I am constantly in awe of the beauty that is all around me if I have my eyes open to it. Sometimes I find it while driving on country roads, the creativity of a friend, laughter with old friends, the last sentence of a book, making art under oak trees, watching others...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 8, 2022 | All
As I was growing up I dreamed of being an archeologist. I had a deep love of history, stories, and the idea of uncovering what was hidden. It was not until I was a working artist that I found it surprising that so many of the other artists that I admired also had this...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 2, 2022 | All, Art Studio
As a creative, one of my favorite things in the world is to step into the creative space of another. I love when an artist shares their space, how they use it, a peek into their favorite tools and even what they are currently working on. I hope you will join me for...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 22, 2022 | All
We are excited to announce that we have a brand new offering of MINI COURSES! Each course will be two hours or less and focus on specific techniques with a price that we KNOW you will LOVE! We want to see you MAKE and CREATE and PLAY! The first artist in this new...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 19, 2022 | All
I am constantly in awe of the beauty that is all around me if I have my eyes open to it. Sometimes I find it pulling weeds early in the morning when the air is still cool, having morning tea with our oldest, savoring last moments before Maddy heads back to college,...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 19, 2022 | All
For those of you that have been here for awhile you will have heard about my friend and cherished friendship with Alexis Garrett. We met over 13 years ago on a trip to France. I have always teased that she was the most precious treasure I brought back from that...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 12, 2022 | All
As a creative, one of my favorite things in the world is to step into the creative space of another. I love when an artist shares their space, how they use it, a peek into their favorite tools and even what they are currently working on. I hope you will join me for...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 7, 2022 | All
On July 24th I will be leading a three hour art workshop all about art as worship during Saturate. The world is tired and I often hear from so many around me about the high levels of anxiety and worry that they are carrying. They are often hoping that a...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 7, 2022 | All
We have the unexpected opportunity to host a September Field Notes | Flora and Fauna live workshop here at our studio, home and land. We held this workshop for the first time a few weeks ago and the response was so beautiful that we would love to offer another one....
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 6, 2022 | All
This is free video with Kate Poole and taken from her course The Alchemist. This includes 24 minutes of content. Join Kate as she shares her process of making incense cones. Incense has been used for hundreds of years with healing properties for our mind, soul, body...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 5, 2022 | All
My friend Sandi Hester has just launched her very first online course on her own network and you don’t want to miss it! Sandi is a not only a prolific painter but an extraordinary teacher. She is sharing everything she has learned about working with acrylics!...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 30, 2022 | All
It was the biggest joy when I first received the invitation from Janine Vangool of Uppercase Magazine to be in her next Encyclopedia of Inspiration (if you know you KNOW). They are so beautifully and intentionally created and FULL of inspiration. This...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 29, 2022 | All
I am constantly in awe of the beauty that is all around me if I have my eyes open to it. Sometimes I find it in weeding the garden, bare feet to the ground with a cup of coffee in hand, the beauty of a workshop and the women sprinkled all over our land, reading a book...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 13, 2022 | All, Art Studio
As a creative, one of my favorite things in the world is to step into the creative space of another. I love when an artist shares their space, how they use it, a peek into their favorite tools and even what they are currently working on. I hope you will join me for...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 13, 2022 | All
How does a creative gather beauty and then interpret it? What object, light, and pattern begs to be captured through paint and canvas? The eye of the creative is one of the most beautiful gifts to ourselves and others. I have been an admirer and now a friend of Marian...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 12, 2022 | All
Our semi-annual 50% off online course sale is ending! LAST CHANCE! USE CODE: JO50 We only do this twice a year and this will not happen again until January 2023! LAST CHANCE to buy as many online art, business (yes, even Creatively Made Business) +...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 8, 2022 | All
Our semi-annual 50% off online course sale has just begun! USE CODE: JO50 We only do this twice a year and this will not happen again until January 2023! For the next 48 hours you can buy as many online art, business (yes, even Creatively Made Business)...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 6, 2022 | All
Our semi-annual 50% off online course sale has just begun! USE CODE: JO50 We only do this twice a year and this will not happen again until January 2023! For the next 72 hours you can buy as many online art, business (yes, even Creatively Made Business)...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 5, 2022 | All
Studying the works of the masters is one of the most beautiful ways to engage with your creativity daily and also grow as an artist. Roselyn Pratt has inspired me with her daily honoring of practice but also her love of looking to the past to grow in the present. We...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 5, 2022 | All
How about our final countdown number with our favorite guides on the lake in the most beautiful boat! No trip to Lake Como is complete without being on the lake and having that little Italian flag at the back of the boat waving in the wind! If you are a...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 4, 2022 | All
I know that so many of you LOVE Sandi Hester! She is so talented and she just shared about my ancient drawing materials, cigar pigments and how she uses the on her popular YouTube Channel. This video is pure joy! ...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 4, 2022 | All
The first pizza in Italy always deserves celebration Nothing beats our favorite little tucked away pizza place with a glass of Chianti. The kids even had their own table so we had a little date night but Kelly was left with a girl that makes this face If you are a...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 3, 2022 | All
| We thought it would be fun to take our countdown photos on our recent trip to Italy. In this photo we are kayaking (one of our favorite things to do as a family) on Lake Como around Bellagio. | If you are a member of our creative community and network...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 1, 2022 | All
This is free video with Renee Mueller taken from her course Wallflowers. This includes 42 minutes of content. Join Renee as she shares her process of creating with petals on paper. Using different types of paper, textures, inks, stitching and more you will find...
by Jeanne Oliver | May 26, 2022 | All, Art Studio
As a creative, one of my favorite things in the world is to step into the creative space of another. I love when an artist shares their space, how they use it, a peek into their favorite tools and even what they are currently working on. I hope you will join me for...
by Jeanne Oliver | May 26, 2022 | All
How does a creative gather beauty and then interpret it? What object, light, and pattern begs to be captured through paint and canvas? The eye of the creative is one of the most beautiful gifts to ourselves and others. I have been an admirer and now a friend of Marian...
by Jeanne Oliver | May 11, 2022 | All
I am constantly in awe of the beauty that is all around me if I have my eyes open to it. Sometimes I find it in raking up the winter out of our yard, seeing the first signs of spring, snow and green all mixed together, planning adventures, sun on my face, a slow...
by Jeanne Oliver | May 10, 2022 | All, Podcast
In this episode Jeanne is talking with artist, generous teacher and amazing you tuber Sandi Hester. Sandi has created a world of color and art in the midst of health issues for many years. This conversation dives deep into the lies of perfectionism and how...
by Jeanne Oliver | May 4, 2022 | All
This is free video with Aimee Bishop taken from her course The Magpie’s Nest. This includes two videos with 11 minutes of content. Join Aimee as she shares two fun techniques for adding marks and interest to your work. In the first free video she shows you how...
by Jeanne Oliver | May 1, 2022 | All
This is my birthday month and on May 5th I turn 50! I can’t wait to share with you how we are celebrating. I love birthdays! I love making it extra special for those I love and I will squeeze out all of the goodness I can when it comes to me too. I have been...
by Jeanne Oliver | Apr 29, 2022 | All, Podcast
My interview on The Creative Genius Podcast is out! This beautiful podcast is dedicated to helping people everywhere find and unleash their own Creative Genius. Listen & Subscribe on Apple podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Please take a...
by Jeanne Oliver | Apr 26, 2022 | All, Art Studio
As a creative, one of my favorite things in the world is to step into the creative space of another. I love when an artist shares their space, how they use it, a peek into their favorite tools and even what they are currently working on. I hope you will join me for...
by Jeanne Oliver | Apr 26, 2022 | All, Podcast
In this episode Jeanne is talking with artist, teacher and adventurer Lorraine Bell. Lorraine lost her husband 6 years ago unexpectedly. Her life in some ways was instantly put on hold and then slowly she came back to life. Join this intimate and vulnerable...
by Jeanne Oliver | Apr 25, 2022 | All
Beauty matters. My whole life I have been a beauty chaser and have often been made fun of because of it. I still pursued it, gathered it, and had my eyes and heart open to it. Being a beauty chaser is more about the heart than the eyes. Have a heart to truly see the...
by Jeanne Oliver | Apr 19, 2022 | All
I get asked all of the time how I started our business. I started on ETSY and markets! Everything has grown from there! That is why I am so excited to share this! If you have a beautiful idea but you don’t know where to offer it I hope you will check this out! ...
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