by Jeanne Oliver | Jan 13, 2023 | All
The changing of seasons can always be an invitation for reflection and sometimes change. It is a physical reminder around us to take the time to notice the changes within us. Whether you are finding yourself in need of finding beauty and rest in the slower season of...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 5, 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 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 Support | Aug 15, 2022 | All
We are excited to announce that we have a brand new MINI COURSE Join Nathifa Sligh for the most fun and colorful alcohol ink course! Nathifa is an incredible teacher and has the most wonderful way of breaking down any process. Whether she is sharing her thoughts on...
by Support | Aug 10, 2022 | All
This is a free art video with Melissa Fink taken from her course Beneath the Surface and includes 17 minutes of content. Using art pieces previously created along with different types of threads, you will begin by marking areas you would love to highlight, choose...
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 | 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 | Oct 21, 2021 | All
Welcome video from Erin Faith Allen In this video I share the backstory of how and why I became passionate about creating with history and my ancestors. We will be focused on creatively expressing what you do know about your ancestors. If you know...
by Jeanne Oliver | Nov 6, 2020 | All
Often we don’t approach our creating with an open and playful heart. By the time we get into our creative space there may be a million words, frustrations, worry or even hopes for our limited time in this sacred space. I love when an artist takes the hands of...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 12, 2020 | All
It is a pretty sweet thing when the joy of the art matches the joy of the artist. If you have experienced the color, fun, freedom and play of seeing Andrea Garvey work, share her art and connect with her students you know for sure what I am talking about. We are...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 8, 2020 | All
Whether through lino carvings, simple sketches or her colorful expressive portrait work…Connie Solera’s art stops me in my tracks for as long as I can remember. It is with great joy that we announce her first online course on our creative network! What an...
by Jeanne Oliver | Apr 29, 2020 | All
During this difficult time we feel more inspired than ever to make sure that what we are sharing with you beautiful resources that help you connect with your creativity and bring you joy. Each week during the quarantine we will be sharing free lessons and even whole...
by Jeanne Oliver | Apr 23, 2020 | All
What if you could capture a feeling of the landscapes around you? What would that feel like to create art that brought yourself and others to a place of rest just by looking at it? That is what Beth Cole’s work does for me. It is a giant exhale and I can almost...
by Jeanne Oliver | Apr 22, 2020 | All
We have just added a brand new FREE ART LESSON to our creative network! Today we have released Dialogue with Van Gogh with Jeanne Oliver. This is a free video with Jeanne Oliver taken from her course Mini Masters: Van Gogh. Join Jeanne as we become the...
by Jeanne Oliver | Apr 17, 2020 | All
When I think of Lucy Cooke’s work I instantly think of joyful play! Whether she is working in fabulous color or doing simple graphite sketches there is always whimsey and fun in whatever she is bringing to life. It is with pure joy for Lucy and her much needed...
by Jeanne Oliver | Apr 15, 2020 | All
We have members from all over the world and like never before we see each other and can relate on a whole new level. I wish it wouldn’t have taken this pandemic but I am thankful for all of the ways I am seeing people reach out, encourage, give what they can and...
by Jeanne Oliver | Nov 3, 2019 | All
Come and create a beautiful altered advent book this holiday season! Bring focus and intention into the beauty of the holidays and create a keepsake for years to come! Join Kelly Hoernig on this creative journey and she will guide you beautifully like she always does!...
by Jeanne Oliver | Oct 11, 2019 | All
We have just added another free video to our creative network! Today we have released Free Art Video: Fabric + Plaster Art Journal with Jeanne Oliver. This free video gives you a taste of the course, Wandering Muse and we hope you will join us for the full class!...
by Jeanne Oliver | May 27, 2019 | All
“Focusing only on imperfect papers and book parts from the past, explore the notion of creating beautiful collage work using very few supplies. No marks, no paint, just paper. Clear the clutter to create space, both mentally and physically, and allow the papers to...
by Jeanne Oliver | May 10, 2019 | All
We have just added another free video to our creative network! Today we have released Exploring Negative Space with Pauline Agnew. This free video gives you a taste of the course, Feel The Pose | Creating Expressive and Energetic Figure Drawings and we hope you will...
by Jeanne Oliver | May 4, 2019 | All
We have just added another free video to our creative network! Today we have released Etching in Color with Rae Missigman. This free video gives you a taste of the course, Mixed Media Directions | A Path to Artful Discovery. and we hope you will join us for the full...
by Jeanne Oliver | Apr 7, 2019 | All
Imagine creating a handmade book filled with techniques, layers, and details that you will treasure forever. Roxanne Evans Stout is back on our creative network and she has created a course that will guide you step by step to create a gorgeous artistic book inspired...
by Jeanne Oliver | Mar 29, 2019 | All
We have just added another free video to our creative network! Today we have released Scribble Art with Kate Thompson. This free video gives you a taste of the course, Sacred Vestments | Expressive Portraits and Figures with Kate Thompson and we hope you will join us...
by Jeanne Oliver | Feb 19, 2019 | All
Toes in the sand, sun on your face and paint on your fingertips. Yes, it is as dreamy as it sounds! Imagine traveling to the paradise of the Cayman Islands, being picked up from the airport and then brought to your luxury villa at the beach. For the next five...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jan 4, 2019 | All
We only do this twice a year and this will not happen again until Summer! For the next 48 hours we are having our Semi Annual 50% off Online Class Sale! USE CODE: JO50 This is the perfect time to stock up on all of those online classes that you have been dreaming...
by Jeanne Oliver | Dec 31, 2018 | All, Travel
I will be coming back to the Donna Downey Studios and we will have two days to play with storytelling through our art with fabric dying, journal making, sketching, paint, collage and more. Whether your subject matter is landscapes, portraits, or still life, you will...
by Jeanne Oliver | Oct 15, 2018 | All
If you love to learn, study, practice and get into the head of an artist then you are in for the most wonderful creative adventure with Michelle Wooderson. So many of you have been asking for more Studying Under The Masters courses and if you know Michelle (or once...
by Jeanne Oliver | Oct 11, 2018 | All
Rae Missigman is the artist that keeps pushing the boundaries of creativity and she has the heart of a teacher. This is such an incredible combination and what always has students going away wanting more. Lucky us that Rae is back with more! She is bringing our...
by Jeanne Oliver | Oct 3, 2018 | All
The inspiring and prolific Kate Thompson is back on our creative network with a brand new course! It is an honor to have had Kate share her techniques and gifts with us over the years and to love the students on our site so lavishly. Kate will be traveling with me...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 25, 2018 | All
Early registration is ending for Art & Nature in Color Pencil with Kelly Hoernig. 5+ hours of course content, lifetime* access. Early registration price of $32 changes to $48 on September 26th @ 10 pm MST and the course will go live on October 26th, 2018. Kelly...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 24, 2018 | All
I only offer 1-2 online courses a year because I want what I offer to you to be so true and authentic of me that I share because the art is changing me and my own work. When I create an online course it is because I have no other choice but to dive into this course...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 10, 2018 | All
Rae Missigman is the artist that keeps pushing the boundaries of creativity and she has the heart of a teacher. This is such an incredible combination and what always has students going away wanting more. Lucky us that Rae is back with more! She is bringing our...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 15, 2018 | All
I have been waiting patiently to announce my first art workshop of 2019! I will be coming back to the Donna Downey Studios and we will have two days to play with storytelling through our art with sketching, paint, collage and more. Whether your subject matter is...
by Jeanne Oliver | Apr 10, 2018 | All
Join Sara Burch for a three-day art workshop in our studio in beautiful Castle Rock, Colorado! Our studio is light-filled and surrounded by wooded property that lends itself to exploring, creating and relaxing. You will have opportunities during the workshop to also...
by Jeanne Oliver | Apr 6, 2018 | All
I feel like the luckiest woman that I get to collaborate each day with such talented and creative men and women! We are honored to announce that for the very first time Alena Hennessy is offering a course on our creative network and it is called Mixed Media...
by Jeanne Oliver | Feb 2, 2018 | All
Rae Missigman is back on our creative network with a brand new course and it is instantly available! Did your Friday just get better? If you know Rae you know this mini-course (2 hours and instantly available) is full of great instruction, COLOR, lots of marks...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jan 30, 2018 | All
Join me in beautiful Castle Rock, Colorado on June 1-2, 2018 for a two-day art workshop. Our studio is light-filled and surrounded by wooded property that lends itself to exploring, creating and relaxing. You will have opportunities during the workshop to also...
by Jeanne Oliver | Dec 29, 2017 | All
As a creative that also runs a business I work alone a lot. This is time I desperately need to stay focused and true to myself. I also make it a priority to say YES to at least one incredible collaboration a year so I have the beautiful inspiration, comradery,...
by Jeanne Oliver | Dec 18, 2017 | All
***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED*** The winners of the art bags and the art gift certificates are… Sara TorbettWhat an amazing giveaway! My most favorite place to wander is my farm. I am a stay-at-home mama to three little ones so my travels aren’t as far...
by Jeanne Oliver | Dec 17, 2017 | All
I do not know any other way to share art and life with you besides what I walk through myself and I want what I create to come from an authentic place of discovery and unraveling. Because I have walked through times of feeling lost and distant from my own creativity...
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