...pack....unpack....pack.....unpack.....pack!!!
.....and today, like most days i am packing from what i haven't even unpacked from my last teaching trip!! But...i can honestly say i am loving every single minute teaching on the road this year! Well, maybe not the time when i missed connecting flights and arrived at my destination 7 hours AFTER i was supposed to teach a class? Stuff happens, when you've traveled all over the country, on 36 airplanes since January 10, 2013! This is my "heart with wings" painted journal that i am using for class inspiration in my workshops. It's symbolic of my life, taking my passion and flying creatively and literally all over the country.
It's bliss, creating, painting, journaling, sewing, laughing, sharing and nurturing new friendships along the way. The first half of this year has been such a whirlwind, and i am intentionally making myself embrace every single moment wherever i am. Having raised my awesome four kids in so many busy years, carpooling, going to sports and school activities, etc., i was always a spaz, in constant motion ready for "the next thing to do". At this point in my life, (now that the kids are grown and on their own) i've forced myself to truly "just be", be present in right now, and not worry about what is coming next, what i have to do, how busy i am. Because if i get caught up in all that my head will explode! Making myself 110% present, I am so very blessed each and every time i schlep way too many art supplies, and set foot into a classroom where eager, sparkly souls are eagerly waiting to put on their own creative wings.
Being a "travel teaching empty nester" is such an honor and privilege. I can share my passion for art and creativity and give wings to others. I embrace every destination and venue, stop, breathe, "just be" and cherish the moments. From the bottom of "my heart with wings", I want to thank you if you've taken my classes and workshops this year. And, you can check out my travel teaching schedule tab at the top of the blog and see if i'll be in your area soon. Join my creative adventures and let your artsy self fly! More than likely i will be FLYING to meet YOU!
So grateful that you have online classes! Being housebound I don't get out for workshops...but they sure look fun! Thanks for having classes for all of us! We really appreciate it & you as a teacher!
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CC, aka Minerva
i second minervas post! thank god for all u gracious artists/teachers that do on-line classes so all of us homebound art folks get to keep on learning as artists and in our own little way get to hang out with u! tx for sharing and inspiring! aloha, angi in hana
ReplyDeleteThanks for posting the photos of the project, Joanne! I didn't have my camera in class. Now I can finish my inside cover :oD
ReplyDeleteI have done these hearts my self many times. I love your versions Dxx
ReplyDeleteIt is blissful to create! Enjoy your freedom xox
ReplyDeleteHello, I just wanted to say that I love your whimsical style. I was so inspired by your work that I shared your blog with my followers. Thank you for sharing your work. :)
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ReplyDeleteThanks Joanne -- Totally enjoyed today's ALL DAY workshope at AE! I have always loved my Copics, but today using them along with the Tombows, along with the Water Brushes and Wink of Stella -- brought me to a whole new place in lettering! Loved every minute and wish I could have stayed for the evening class too!
ReplyDeleteI'm also now even more inspired to go back to Letter Love 101 and start a whole new Comp Book with all that I learned today! Woohoo!!
It was a pleasure to meet you and I also loved the "tunes" you shared this afternoon!!
Happy Lettering....enjoy the remainder of your stay!!!
Lisa
It was great to be able to spend some time with you at CREATE. Glad your many travels took you to the same place I was in!
ReplyDelete"Sparkling Souls".... LOVE that!!!!!
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