Visual Journaling for Joy
and Play TBA, 10 AM - 2:30 PM
Visual Journaling is a powerful
technique we can use to communicate with our deep inner consciousness.
Carl Jung said "The soul speaks
in images."
You do not need to be an artist to
practice visual journaling, although many artists use it as a rich resource.
Your visual journal is a visual diary.
It is meant for your own eyes...although you may choose to share parts of it.
This class will explore visual
journaling as a tool for bringing more JOY into your life. When you get home, you can use
the powerful technique to explore other life issues. You will find it VERY helpful in
resolving problems, finding answers, making plans and more.
This journal is intended for your eyes, but if your joys and the things
that inspire you might also inspire others, feel free to share it.
You can color pages with paint and
pattern to set a mood. Add pictures or photos that "speak" to you.
Since this is for your eyes only, you can use images from magazines or
newspapers or books...or your own photos (without concern over copyright). If
you plan to show it publicly in any context, please be careful to repect copyrights and
don't use copyrighted images without permission.
You may paint over parts you don't want to include...tear them up...reassemble
them.
You may write on them...
The idea is to find and nourish the
joy within your deepest heart...your soul...your subconscious...and to find ways to bring
more joy into your life through the images you include in your Joy Journal.
Using a Joy Journal can help to
cultivate a playful spirit and to strengthen the role of joy and play in your life.
Through your own lightened mood, you will spread joy around you.
I'll show you many examples.
I'll share some basic techniques. All
of the techniques also work for making original works of art, although your journal is not
designed to be a shared work of art. Beauty is not necessary for a visual journal,
although you may make it beautiful if you choose.
Then you will work in your journal.
You can use your Joy Journal to
explore ways to make yourself happy.
(If you have personal issues that are
preventing you from experiencing as much joy as you want,
you can also use the journaling techniques you will learn in this class to set
goals or find alternate paths,
to resolve problems and more.)
You can even use your visual journal to choose a vacation spot or design your
garden...or the life you WANT.
The choice of how to use this tool is yours.I'm introducing you to the
techniques and the power.
In THIS class, we will FOCUS on JOY.
Join me for a day of creative play. I will demonstrate at the
beginning. I'll answer questions & provide help as needed. You'll paint, experiment
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Workshop: For all levels from beginner to advanced. No
previous art experience is required
Instructor: ANN BELL
281-330-3827
Where: Anns
Studio at 2711 Main St. in Midtown Houston
- Small class
5 student maximum.
Step-by-step
demonstration & explanation and hands-on exercises will get you started.
I'll demonstrate:
Then you'll paint
and work in your own journal.
I'll be there to
give you as much help as you want and to answer questions.
I'll share my
knowledge, my wondrous, light-filled studio, the music that inspires me, my supplies, and
my tools.
I'll have lots of
magazines with pictures. You may want to bring some of your favorite magazines if you have
special interests.
I make this so
simple that you will have boatloads of fun.
You can choose to
create samples of the various techniques in your journal
OR simply work in your journal using as many or as few of the techniques as you like.
- If you choose to bring a lunch, you may put it in my
small refrigerator.
- Only $75. for the day, including access to my
supplies.
- If you paint with acrylics, you can bring your
favorite colors, palette & brushes.
- Or you can simply use mine.
- In either case, you may use any of my supplies that
you want to use.
- You don't need to buy anything before the class. Just
register and come.
I'll provide a simple notebook to each
student to use as a journal. OR you can bring your own.
This class is suitable for everyone who wants to experience the power of visual
journaling,
whether they have ever made art before or not. The simple techniques I teach transfer
easily to art-making.
If you are an experienced artist, you will incorporate your own techniques into your
journal.
Classes are suitable for beginners because I
demonstrate and explain simple steps.
Classes are suitable for
more advanced painters
- Because I share all of my supplies. Some may
be new to you.
- Because working in a new environment
interrupts old patterns.
- Because you will find your own way of
interpreting what you learn.
- Because your soul will thank you for a
new dose of artistic inspiration.
Regardless of your level of art
experience,
I hope you will treat yourself to a class
with me in my glorious light-filled studio.
If you are curious about Visual Journaling,
this might be the class for you.
To reserve
your space, call Ann Bell at 281-330-3827.
For only
$75, including supplies, you'll have a day of fun and learn to a powerful new tool
encouraging joy and a playful spirit (and for self exploration).
You can use Paypal to register and pay online by clicking this Register
button and checking out through Paypal.
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Or email artist@AnnBell
Tell
a friend about this class!
Disclaimer:
This class is focused on JOY. No negatives are welcome.
After the class, as you continue visual journaling, you will discover that it
can be helful in ANY area.
Additionally,
If you are psychologically frail,
DO NOT deal with strong negative emotions in your visual journaling
unless you have a strong emotional support system... And never in a public
situation. Always in a space where you feel protected and have privacy. Begin EASY and be
GENTLE with yourself.
If you have tough issues you want to resolve with visual journaling,
allow them to emerge slowly. DON'T force them.
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Does this image speak to your heart? Imagine
the power of images you consciously select, draw for your self, or select from your own
existing art! |
This page from one of my journals may have been the seed from
which the painting on the left grey. Ideas flow when the mind is free to wander. A Joy
Journal is more meaningful than a simple sketchbook, which most artists regard as a
working tool. A joy journal is a toy. As I am fond of
saying:
"The best art comes from creative play." ~Ann Bell |
Houston artist Ann Bell is a painter whose
tranquil landscapes encourage a closer connection with nature. Bell has a wealth of tools and techniques available to filter though
her own experience and vision, enabling her to create memorably unique paintings. She has
been a full-time professional artist for over 30 years, showing and selling her paintings
through galleries, juried shows, festivals, and her own studio. Her work can be found in
private collections throughout the United States and worldwide.
You'll
enjoy playing with new materials, knowing that help is as close as your side. Ask &
I'll tell or show you.
But I won't paint on your painting. You'll leave with a piece created totally by you.
The day in my creative studio will be an experience you'll treasure. And I'll share my
secrets AND my stash.
I hope you'll join me for this FUN class. ~Ann
Bell
If this
date doesnt fit your schedule, or if it has passed when you find this information,
please contact me for the next class date.
Or email artist@AnnBell
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