by Jeanne Oliver | Oct 6, 2021 | All
Fourteen years ago I had a one, five and seven year old and once they were in bed each night I would create until the early hours in the morning. I look back now on those nights and know that those hours to myself to create and finding time no matter the...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 29, 2021 | Uncategorized
The live workshops here at our home, land and studio ended a few months ago, so I have rounded up a list of live workshops here in the United States if you are deeply desiring creating with others. There is so much magic in coming together in community! If you...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 28, 2021 | Uncategorized
Want to learn to gather your own pigment, make art supplies from scratch and then create landscapes from your foraged finds? If you are lover of nature and the world around you THIS course is what you have been waiting for! Each teacher on our creative network has...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 22, 2021 | All
Proof of Life Journal Entry No. 08 Welcome to the Proof of Life journal entry series. Writing more in general, and specifically with you, is something I hope to continue throughout the year. Like many of you, life has become clearer over the past year and there are...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 15, 2021 | All
In 2018 I knew that 2019 was going to be the last year I led overseas art workshops for the foreseeable future. As much as I loved gathering, teaching and traveling it was the most deep knowing that it was time and I had complete peace about my decision. Then 2020...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 14, 2021 | All
There are those among us that travel this life with an open heart and eyes to see the beauty around them. In every way this is my friend Aimee Irel Bishop. She has an appreciation and knowledge of the land she lives on, a confidence in her own creative process, an...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 13, 2021 | All
I have been waiting to tell you some REALLY exciting news! I will be one of 6 successful females bosses to share their tips at The Vintage Round Top’s first online business workshop! They are well known for their gorgeous live events and this year it will be...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 8, 2021 | All
I am constantly in awe of the beauty that is there if you have your eyes open to it. Sometimes it will be the little things like long phone calls with a friend, the apples in our yard almost ready to be picked, neighbors that are friends, a town that feels like a...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 7, 2021 | All
There are so many big things going on in the world and within our country and in addition this doesn’t mean that the hurt and pain of day to day life goes away. During these times and always my only hope is Jesus. I was thinking about what I could share with you...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 6, 2021 | All
Have you ever wished you had a personal cheerleader to not only speak encouragement over you but to take your hand and show you what is possible? Well, that is exactly what you get in the heart and voice of Shaunna Parker of the Creative Exponent! She was made to...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 1, 2021 | All
In this free art lesson you will begin by creating a floral still life sketch using three colors in a sketchy and loose format that will bring your piece to life! In this easy to follow lesson, Mary’s emphasis is to keep it simple and light for all skill types. Her...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 29, 2021 | All
The team of Teachers for Wanderlust 2022 has been announced, and I am thrilled to tell you that I am one of them. Wanderlust 2022 is 57 mixed-media lessons, all downloadable and yours to keep forever. Plus handouts, creative community, and a whole bunch of...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 25, 2021 | All
Proof of Life Journal Entry No. 07 Welcome to the Proof of Life journal entry series. Writing more in general, and specifically with you, is something I hope to continue throughout the year. Like many of you, life has become clearer over the past year and there are...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 23, 2021 | All
The first time I ever met Kate Poole I asked her what perfume she was wearing. I then became obsessed knowing she created natural skincare products and perfumes. Her spirit is gentle and kind and how she sees the world and nature invites us to see the beauty...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 18, 2021 | All
I am constantly in awe of the beauty that is there if you have your eyes open to it. Sometimes it will be the little things like helping your daughter pack up her room as she heads to college, a Facetime from our oldest wanting my help with his new apartment, our...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 12, 2021 | Uncategorized
What does the art of a dancer and choreographer look like? When it is the art of Renee Mueller it is intentional, graceful, full of elegance, moments of unexpected beauty that take your breath away and subtle reminders that beauty is everywhere if you take the time to...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 11, 2021 | Uncategorized
What makes us take a second look at a work of art? So often it is the layers and textures that we didn’t see the first time but these layers beneath the surface bring us back for another look. Melissa Fink expresses her art through layers, textures, a soft...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 11, 2021 | All
In 2018 I knew that 2019 was going to be the last year I led overseas art workshops for the foreseeable future. As much as I loved gathering, teaching and traveling it was the most deep knowing that it was time and I had complete peace about my decision. Then 2020...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 6, 2021 | All
Stephanie Lee is one of the most authentic artists I know. She has been a pioneer in metalsmithing, plaster and mixed media and in sharing the creative process. At the very beginning of my own rediscovered creative journey it was Stephanie that guided me. She...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 4, 2021 | All
Join Danielle Donaldson for Floral Apron. In this free art lesson you will create using simple colors on your palette that will leave your piece with an aesthetic, sun-bleached look. Danielle will share techniques from splashing to shadowing. Her color mixing and...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 29, 2021 | All
I live in a creative world that has predominately been created, supported and sustained by women. I am constantly reminded how much of a powerful impact we have when we work with one another. It has been through these collaborations with other women that I have...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 28, 2021 | All, Travel
I am constantly in awe of the beauty that is there if you have your eyes open to it. Sometimes it will be the little things like the sound of the fountain as I am pulling weeds in the garden, the kids wanting to tell me about their day, an orange and pink sunset, the...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 26, 2021 | All
The first time I ever met Kate Poole I asked her what perfume she was wearing. I then became obsessed knowing she created natural skincare products and perfumes. Her spirit is gentle and kind and how she sees the world and nature invites us to see the beauty...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 23, 2021 | Uncategorized
Vintage elements are a huge part of our home, everyday life and definitely incorporated into my art. With my love of vintage I was instantly smitten the first time I saw Lori Siebert’s junk birds! The way she was able to bring vintage elements to life was not...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 21, 2021 | All
In 2018 I knew that 2019 was going to be the last year I led overseas art workshops for the foreseeable future. As much as I loved gathering, teaching and traveling it was the most deep knowing that it was time and I had complete peace about my decision. Then 2020...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 19, 2021 | All
Stephanie Lee is one of the most authentic artists I know. She has been a pioneer in metalsmithing, plaster and mixed media and in sharing the creative process. At the very beginning of my own rediscovered creative journey it was Stephanie that guided me. She...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 14, 2021 | All
Sometimes you are drawn to an artist because of the materials they use, the creative ways they bring mediums to life or even how they connect with other creatives…and sometimes it is a beautiful mix of all of these. We are so honored to announce that renowned...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 14, 2021 | All
Proof of Life Journal Entry No. 06 Welcome to the Proof of Life journal entry series. Writing more in general, and specifically with you, is something I hope to continue throughout the year. Like many of you, life has become clearer over the past year and there are...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 13, 2021 | All
I like schedules, planning, knowing what is coming, and pretty much pretending that I am in control which I know deep down I am not at all. I don’t like change and transitions are hard for me. When there are lots of changes I feel it like a small storm under the...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 2, 2021 | All
Join Hayley Morgan for Brave Color Mixing. In this free art lesson you will create your own imaginative palette. In this easy to follow lesson Hayley will show you step by step how to color mix as she also shares more about her own choices and the colors she likes to...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 1, 2021 | All
Creative Confidence: Is about showing up. It’s about ritual. It’s about being there whether the muse shows up or not. It’s been over 30 years of hooking rugs. It was through hooking rugs that I discovered my creativity. In these lessons, I...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 23, 2021 | All
Proof of Life Journal Entry No. 05 Welcome to the Proof of Life journal entry series. Writing more in general, and specifically with you, is something I hope to continue throughout the year. Like many of you, life has become clearer over the past year and there are...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 17, 2021 | All
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 Parsons (Miss Mustard Seed) for many years. Whether she is designing a home, refurnishing furniture or painting a landscape…how...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 11, 2021 | All
Over the past 13 + years we have gathered others through live workshops here in the United States and abroad. Whether we have been leading a group making art along the Seine, taking a bike ride through the vineyards of Austria, baking croissants in Paris or opening...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 8, 2021 | 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 2022! For the next 72 hours you can buy as many online art, business (yes, even Creatively Made Business)...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 7, 2021 | 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 2022! For the next 72 hours you can buy as many online art, business (yes, even Creatively Made Business)...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 6, 2021 | All
If you are a member of our creative community and network you know what is coming! If you are not a part of our network THIS is the time to join! When you see the countdown coming that means IT is almost here! ONE more day until our semi-annual...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 5, 2021 | All
If you are a member of our creative community and network you know what is coming! If you are not a part of our network THIS is the time to join! When you see the countdown coming that means IT is almost here! TWO days until our semi-annual 50%...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 4, 2021 | All
If you are a member of our creative community and network you know what is coming! If you are not a part of our network THIS is the time to join! When you see the countdown coming that means IT is almost here! THREE days until our semi-annual 50%...
by Jeanne Oliver | May 21, 2021 | All
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