Present Sense

PAINTING FROM THE FIRE WITHIN

The intention of this class is to be simply and totally present with brush, paint, and paper. How did you paint before you knew all of the rules? Have you always wanted to try painting but don’t think of yourself as an artist? Are you feeling stuck in life and can’t decide on your next step? This class approaches art as exploration and self-discovery. You will not paint from images but from inspiration, breath, and spirit, exploring the astonishing resource of your own original creative voice.  Results are not the goal here. Free expression is. In an environment where criticism and judgment are suspended, you will be free of constraints and explore the essence and flow of artistic process. Appropriate for new and experienced artists, and anyone seeking a jump-start in awareness and transformation. We will be painting from a gorgeous liquid palette of professional-grade tempera paint on full sheets of watercolor paper with soft brushes. All materials provided. 

Next Date: 9/22/12 Time: 10am - 4:00pm  Cost: $100 ($90 for payment a week in advance)  Teacher: Gail Baker
Register one week prior to class at gailbakerartmaker@gmail.com. 
To bring: your lunch
Upcoming 2012 Dates: 

VISUAL JOURNALING

Visual Journaling accesses and expresses your emotions and feelings through imagery, reflects on that imagery, and explores archetypal metaphors and symbols. It has its roots in the early work of Carl Jung who drew in his journal every day. He sensed that his images rose spontaneously out of his instinctual inner world as sacred symbols to lead him to the voice of his higher self. Visual journaling can be used to reduce stress, release anger, resolve conflicts, get in touch with feelings, and give voice to your soul. No art experience necessary!

Next Date: TBA  Time: TBA  Cost:      Teacher: Gail Baker
Preregistration required with Gail Baker. 
To bring: a pad of drawing paper (most people prefer larger than 8.5 x 11)

THE ARTIST'S WAY CLASS

The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron is an international bestseller on the subject of creativity. Whether you are an artist or not, this book and class can be an incredibly useful resource to tap into your creative side which can benefit many parts of your lives. The 12-week class will take students through the 12 chapters with an emphasis on the accompanying chapter exercises and additional creativity exercises and strategies (i.e. meditation tools). This material works with everyone, no matter how dormant or energized their creative life may be, and enhances their ability to be more fully and genuinely themselves.

Artist's Way I (for people who are new to the Artist's Way)
Section 1:  
Dates: 12 Fridays; May 11 - Jul 27, 2012 
Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm  Teachers: Kate Gavigan and Cyndi Brown

Section 2:
Dates: 12 Mondays; May 14 - Aug 6, 2012 (no class May 28)
Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm  Teachers: Kate Gavigan

Cost: $375  To Bring: Your own copy of The Artist's Way
Preregistration required at www.seattleartistswaycenter.com.

Artist's Way II (for people who have completed the Artist's Way before)
Dates: tba -- fall 2012
Time: tba Teachers: Kate Gavigan

Cost: $375  To Bring: Your own copy of The Artist's Way
Preregistration required at www.seattleartistswaycenter.com.