When I was wallowing in how much I missed being creative, my husband threw something out on the table that I had never considered. When we moved into this house, we were so excited because the basement is finished...studio for him, studio for me...and a big family room joining the two together.
But the more we're here, the less we seem to need another family room. So when Adam said "Why don't you have art classes in our house?" I actually considered it.
And the more I considered it, the more I liked it. And the more I liked it, the more I wanted to do it. I've taught online at Big Picture, but not as much in real life...but I'd love to do it, so why not?
Ever since I made the decision to plow forward with this, every fear you can imagine has found its way inside my head. You know the typical "What if I do this and fail miserably?" or "What if no one comes?" or "What if they come and then I fail miserably?"
But I can't shake the idea...because the whole time we were in Colorado, the thing I missed the most was face-to-face interaction (especially with kids). I missed Art Night (which I started as a way to connect local creatives and it was picking up steam when we moved)...and I missed sharing that creativity with my friends.
(he wanted to help me take pictures. This is his fake smile.)
So, I guess this is sort of "part one" of my big step towards living a more creative life...art classes right here in my humble abode...
But my goal isn't simply to teach mixed media. That's more like a catalyst for a bigger message, a message I began working on in 2005 when I created The Beautiful Girl Workshop. This self esteem workshop for girls was meant to help girls understand they are loved, that God has a plan for them, that they are his creation and not a mistake.
Now, years after I hosted that first retreat, I find myself still passionate about that same topic. And art is one of the best forms of self expression I can think of, so each class we do will focus on different elements of those truths.
The Beautiful Girl Art Workshop.
I've scheduled the first one for Tuesday, March 26th (this is my kids' spring break) and I have fairly limited space. Depending on interest, I may split the girls into age groups down the road but this first time, I'm going to have everyone together. (And adults are welcome too.)
Cost includes:
* All supplies needed to create an 11x14 "Adventure Awaits" canvas {in your own personal style.}
* 2 hours of inspiration & instruction
* Homemade, world famous milk chocolate chip cookie snack. (They're famous in my world, that counts, right??)
Girls {and adults} of all ages are invited to attend, simply email me to reserve your spot! **ETA: The Tuesday class has now reached capacity. I've added a second class for Thursday, March 28th! {Thank you, everyone!!!}
You can register via email {courtneyrwalsh at gmail dot com} (don't forget the "R") and I'll send out the address and any additional information needed.
*You must register by Sunday, March 24th.
I hope to see you there! :)
