Workshops open for Winter 2023/2024! & Join the Creatives Club to get notified when more are released!
DATE: JUN 22, 2024 | TIME: 10a - 1p | LOCATION: Whitney Design Studios, Portola Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
(This is my home studio- location details to be emailed to you upon course registration-purchase)
A Sketchbook and Art Journal creating session all rolled into one. Why should they be mutually exclusive? Start a book of your own as a place to make art!
Jump in and kickstart your creative play habit by making lots of fun art on your terms … explore color, collage, textures and the freedom of creativity without thinking about the rules, the outcome, fear of messing up, your level of experience or judgment (even your own!).
This 3 hour class is about the JOY of making art for YOU; making messes, trying new things and letting your artistic vibes come through so you’ll want to keep creating and have the confidence to do so. Its about breaking down the barriers to making art so you can see there IS time, Messy is GOOD, you ARE creative and you don’t need all the right stuff to make art that is beautiful and more importantly- feels good!
In this workshop, here’s what to expect:
-All materials included. You’ll receive a book of your choice to work in and use of all kinds of art materials I’ve gathered for you. Some tools will surprise you and some will be more traditional.
-I’ll guide you through creating a small kit of your own that is accessible easily and quickly so you can continue to create in your space and even right at your own kitchen table.
-You’ll learn tips to inspire yourself and overcome the blank page fear of where to start. You’ll be able to work freely without fear of messing up.
-We’ll explore a wide range of mixed media techniques including collage, paint, drawing, botanical prints, lettering and more.
-You’ll leave with 3-4 sketchbook spreads, ideas and step by step guidance of how to get from start to finish. You can follow along or use these as inspiration for your own ideas.
-Also included will be ideas on how to let nature and your immediate environment inspire you as the seasons and our lives change. You’ll be surprised what you can see when you slow down.
The workshop will be 3 hours starting with instruction, examples and creating & making in the newly renovated and completed home teaching studio. There is plenty of ventilation with the roll up door.
All you need to bring is yourself and your imagination! Ready to get started?
DATE: DEC 9, 2023 | TIME: 1030a-1230p | LOCATION: Whitney Design Studios, off Portola Dr, Santa Cruz, CA (This is my home studio- location details to be emailed to you upon course registration-purchase)
Join me for this creative and festive gathering as we come together and make some holiday inspired art! I’ll share with you how I make my cards and get inspired every year. I’ll answer questions and show you what I’m working on. You can follow along with me, collaborate with others or take the lead on an idea of your own. No formal structured teaching but rather creative collaboration, fun and making art together!
“Taking an online art class from Whitney on my birthday was delightful. She was easy to follow with great instruction and proper lighting. She made it easy and especially fun for everyone. The flowers we made were all unique and beautiful!” — Jenna K.
DERMABELLA SKIN STUDIO EVENT, DATE: May 4, 2024 | TIME: 2p-5p | LOCATION: Whitney Design Studios, 530 Blackjack Ln, Santa Cruz, CA: off Portola Dr.
Think you’re not creative or artistic? Yes, You absolutely are! In this this class I will show you how to find your creative artistic streak and help it thrive while having a lot of fun!
Jump in and kickstart your artistic expression by making lots of fun art on your terms … explore color, collage, textures and the freedom of creativity without thinking about the rules, the outcome, fear of messing up, your level of experience or judgment (even your own!). This is a A Sketchbook and Art Journal creating session all rolled into one. Let’s start together to make a book of your own as a place to create.
This 3 hour class is about the JOY of making art for YOU; making messes, trying new things and letting your artistic vibes come through so you’ll want to keep creating and have the confidence to do so. Its about breaking down the barriers to making art so you can see there IS time, Messy is GOOD, you ARE creative and you don’t need all the right stuff to make art that is beautiful and more importantly- feels good!