Make Create Express lessons
Below you can see a peek at all the wonderful lessons created for you by our amazing artists, it's a bit of a long scroll- so many wonderful lessons. Each week a new lesson will be posted to the classroom, 26 teachers with 2 lessons each over the year.
Meditative Watercolour Play
Presented by Galia Alena
In this lesson we shall just be relaxing and enjoying the play of colour and mark making inspired by nature, all the while learning fundamental techniques and exploring our own personal preferences. We will be enjoying the process itself while feeding our knowledge and skills bank ready to use in lesson 2.
Moon Petals
Presented by Galia Alena
Here we will take some of the techniques and effects that we explored in Meditative Watercolour Play and use them to create a finished piece- homage to the beautiful moon.
Camouflage
Presented by Emma Petitt
A portrait study in Concealing and Revealing a painterly under painting.
Summer Beach Days
Presented by Emma Petitt
A figurative lesson playing with Distortion and Proportion in a fun way.
Unbound a Sampler of Marks And Remembering
Presented by Aimee Bishop
In this workshop we will be remembering our own unique creative expression through the act of building layers, mark making, free form hand stitching, quick emotive sketches and much more! I will guide you through a process of playful discovery using a few fun and easy to find art materials. I have found such freedom and expansion working this way I want to share it with you! Our project will be a Sampler of sorts, a stitched, marked and layered mixed media piece that will remind you to let go, be brave and always explore. I hope you join me for this exciting way of discovering your true and expanded creative self!
Bound a Book of Remembering
Presented by Aimee Bishop
We will continue to develop our sampler with additional layering and mark making techniques, reinventing and reconstructing into a small art book. My deepest work always seems to find it’s place in the safety of books. An intimate place just for me.
By stepping back and reinventing I hope to share with you how I delve into self discovery by letting go and going deep into myself. Being an observer of the process and open to any outcome leads us to making true and personal art that speaks from our soul. That’s my love and intention for you.
Memories -text portraits
Presented by Rakefet Hadar
The theme of my workshop is “memories” i believe that good memories can energize our life and we should cherish them.., we tend to remember the bad staff but the good things hold lots of magic in them.
In this workshop we will focus on one good memory from our childhood and we will learn the great technique of text portrait.
Connections
Presented by Rakefet Hadar
Connections- watercolor portrait: This lesson will continue the 1st lesson.
Now we will add color and start a new spread with the wonderful technique of watercolor portrait.
We will work with our own portrait from the present while discovering our inner strengths.
I will mention the 7 elements of visual journaling and how the pages of our journal can “talk” with each other.
The Fetch: An Art of Sacred Seeing.
Presented by Amanda Grace
Embrace self reflection by deciphering meaning from found imagery.
Learn to how to source, choose and work with a variety of images using a potent combination of mixed media and self inquiry techniques.
Lore: Recognising Wisdom In Story
Presented by Amanda Grace
In this class we will be delving deeper into the practice of creative self reflection that we began in the first lesson, only this time, focussing on the art of sacred listening. Whether exploring personal stories, songs or poetry, this class will give you tools and processes to find the wisdom you seek, right here and now.
If you crave deeper self understanding, discovery and healing through creative expression, this class is for you.
Mixed media surface play
Presented by Michelle Mann
Mixed media can encompass a wide range of mediums and supplies. In this lesson we explore the different techniques used in layering. Building up the layers to give depth, than adding colour to enhance the visual play. In the layers I will show you how to use stencils, papers and ephemera, pencils,mark making and other tools to give your piece a unique look that reflects your style. You can use these techniques to complete your canvas or watercolour paper. Building on these techniques learnt in the next lesson – Introduction to Whimsical colourful portraits.
Introduction to whimsical colourful portraits
Presented by Michelle Mann
This is a fun workshop to give you skills to create a basic face and use a rainbow of colour to enhance a whimsical look. This workshop will give you a different way of looking at the human or non-human face as we explore the fantasy realm. Drawing and painting faces can be daunting for some and I have created an easy guide to help you if you would like to learn.
You do not need experience to participate in this class but some drawing skill would be great plus a sense of fun and playfulness is perfect.
Chunky Junky Glue
Presented by Robin Mead
I am going to show how I make my Chunky Junky Glue book using pieces of art and scrap pieces including cut up art, palette papers and pretty pieces of leftover scrapbook pages. This is a fun and very satisfying project bc when your book is dry and you hold it in your hands, it feels so chunky and wonderful and looks amazing❤️
Abstract mini canvases
Presented by Robin Mead
In this lesson I will show how I create colorful mini abstracts canvases that are simple but bold.These look awesome alone on a shelf, or grouped together on a wall. They are very easy to create and have a glorious stained glass effect. You can make the designs as simple or as intricate as you would like. They require only a small amount of supplies and usually things that you already have on hand. This is a fun lesson that will encourage bright happy colors, bold lines and letting go of perfection.
Meghan Basics
Presented by Sabra Alwad Issa
We will create a portrait using limited materials that most of us have in our stash. I’ll show you some technique to add more texture and dynamic to your work. This is a great way to work when you have limited time or are looking to work a little faster.
Meghan Elements
Presented by Sabra Alwad Issa
In this project we will focus on combining realism with abstract elements. I’ll explain composition, basic shapes and creating some skin tones. We’ll learn how to reduce facial features down to a simple shape and still make them recognisable.
Butterfly
Presented by Kimberly Santini
Butterflies represent change and transcendence, and can be meditative to paint. This lesson will embrace these qualities through a basic rotation of simple tools – pencils and paint – and, working in layers, we will build imagery that is imbued with the nature, symbolic and literal, of butterflies.
Multiplying Like Rabbits
Presented by Kimberly Santini
Taking contour drawing to an extreme, we will explore the ideas of positive and negative space, shape vs line, and local color vs joyful patterning. Together we will create a retinue of collage materials on transparent surfaces, and play with a variety of compositions and design possibilities. Students may end up with one - or many! - mixed media pieces packed with delight, along with a wealth of inspiration to carry into their next project.
Hiding in Plain Sight
Presented by Traycee Alane
There is much to discover when we explore our heart and imagination through intuitive painting. In this lesson, we will approach our art with curiosity and play without planning or a subject in mind. We will let the serendipity of the marks we make and our unique way of seeing the world combine to determine the subject matter. Once we get a glimpse of what is hiding in the chaos, we will unveil it for all to see.
From Pieces to Life
Presented by Traycee Alane
In this lesson, we will build up layers of collage, paint, and marks using our intuition for placement instead of planning. Each layer will add history and interest to the piece. Along the way, we will be looking for hints of creatures or beings. You may be surprised how the different bits of collage and paint come together to bring your piece to life.
Connecting to Creativity with Collage
Presented by Veronica Schauder
Connecting to Creativity with Collage: Learn how an intuitive collage process can open portals of creativity and confidence. My personal journey with SoulCollage® has become my trinity of blending psychology, spirituality and creativity. In this lesson, we will review how collage can be used as a mindful connection to your soul’s voice. There will be collage making and creative leaps of faith.
Connecting to Creativity with Oracle Cards
Presented by Veronica Schauder
In this lesson, we will use Oracle Cards as prompts to foster intuitive creative connections. I recently finished a year long class that resulted in my first hand painted Oracle Deck. Along the way, many SoulStories started to surface, new emotional connections emerged. Imagery is such a powerful catalyst to inspire our own stories. Together, we will string images together and interpret the unfolding narratives with collage and mixed-media.
Gentle Nudge
Presented by Fonda Clark Haight
Gentle jump starts for creating in short
periods of time. I will be talking about
and working in a junk journal.
These Things
Presented by Fonda Clark Haight
We will be creating found poem art. My
passion is working in old books and I know
it's something most of us have around the
home. I use poetry as a way to jump start my
creativity.
Within the Shadows
Presented by Erin DeCoste
Working the lights and shadows of a face allow us to create both depth and drama. Using just a Stabilo All and a single skin toned craft paint, we will bring a face to life on a journal page. I will show you how to choose the right craft paint color for your portrait along with easy blending techniques. We will finish off our page with some fun collage elements and colors to really make our portrait pop.
Paint and Sensibilities
Presented by Erin DeCoste
We’re going to paint an expressive portrait onto a circular wooden board. I will show you a few ways to transfer your portrait to the board. We will use acrylic paints layered with soft pastels to give our portrait a dreamy glow and a realistic feel. I’ll show you my favorite pastels and a few ways to use soft pastels within your portrait work. We’ll also cover tips on how to draw your viewers into your artwork and really feel the emotions of your portrait.
Patchwork Pets
Presented by Jennifer Steck
It all started with the Patchwork Puppy, a lovable dog looking for his new home, and the patchwork series was born. Using the inspiration photo of a cute corgi, or even better, a photo of your favorite furry family member, create a loose and colorful painting you are sure to treasure. Let’s play with drawing out our pets and then tell their stories with a variety of patterns we’ll use to make them unique. These techniques fit well into any painting practice and Jennifer is excited to share her process with students from start to finish. Let’s celebrate the pets that rescue us!
Critter Play
Presented by Jennifer Steck
Let’s play! We’ll begin with several different techniques to create loose and colorful backgrounds that will give rise to unique critters and characters. Many of Jennifer’s fun and colorful paintings come to life this way. It’s amazing how different personalities will develop as we add contrast, details and colors. Jennifer’s goals include sharing techniques that allow each artist, from beginners to advanced, to utilize these techniques in creating unique paintings. Warning: Once you start seeing critters in paintings, you’ll begin seeing them in textures on the wall, stains on the carpet and everywhere there are marks and shapes.
Abstract Botanical Sketch
Presented by Wendy Brightbill
I have always been drawn to painting and sketching flowers in my work. I think because flowers represent the healing power of beauty in our lives. I believe that we need beauty and art, now even more than ever! In this lesson, I will demonstrate my process for creating a mixed media abstract floral painting. We will explore line work, shape and color. I will share tips for how to loosen up in your line work, how to develop your mark making and how to build a beautiful color palette. I hope that you will join me!
Altered Book Class
Presented by Wendy Brightbill
I am often inspired by the history found in the pages of old books. There is a texture and a beauty that can’t be duplicated. I think that this backdrop is the perfect place to begin painting. In this lesson, we will dive into creating an altered book. We will take an old book and turn it into a beautiful art journal. I will share how to prep your pages and the cover for painting. I will walk you through my signature way to paint the cover. I will finish by painting some pages inside of the altered book.
Fox
Presented by Lucy Brydon
In both lessons we will look at using gouache to paint a whimsical animal, a Fox and a Hare, and how to layer up colour, create details and the leaf shapes. The second lesson builds on the first one.
Hare
Presented by Lucy Brydon
In both lessons we will look at using gouache to paint a whimsical animal, a Fox and a Hare, and how to layer up colour, create details and the leaf shapes. The second lesson builds on the first one.
a Key to my Heart
Presented by Lora Murphy
This fast and fun hands-on workshop will investigate exploratory
techniques and approaches in Encaustic and Mixed media, Portraiture and Figurative art. With collage I will show you how to create rich and expressive surface designs and make original pieces done with a combination of encaustic painting and mixed media techniques.
Some different demonstrations will be done, providing an extensive array of visually-stimulating possibilities for artists to explore. Both encaustic and mixed-media techniques will be covered, including creating alternative working grounds, using a wide variety of tools, altering the painting surface in imaginative ways, and utilizing original and exciting mixed-media techniques to create stunning effects.
Distressed Damsels
Presented by Lora Murphy
In this fast and fun workshop, we will be using collage and encaustic to make beautifully quirky Damsels. There are no rules and you will learn everything you need to know about how encaustic wax can transform your art into gorgeous textured pieces at the stroke of a brush.
Abstract Backgrounds
Presented by Robin Sturis
Lets make some abstraction for your journal! In Part 1 we make 3 abstract backgrounds. Use your own color choices and favorite tools to make beautiful backgrounds.
Abstract Expressionst Pages
Presented by Robin Sturis
In Part 2 we will take these backgrounds, resolve them into complete abstract expressionist pages, and create a couple more from start to finish.
Clay wall hanging
Presented by Kimberly Heil
In this lesson we will explore air dry clay to create a mixed media wall hanging. No experience necessary, just a willingness to try something new. You will need to purchase a package of air dry clay, all other tools and materials can be whatever you have at home. The theme is inspired by mandalas. Have fun and follow what makes your heart sing.
Healing Altars
Presented by Kimberly Heil
In this class we will be creating healing altars using self- hardening clay. As we begin to create we will let our intuition, along with the clay guide us to create a beautiful healing altar which can hold/contain affirmations , gemstones, or whatever you heart may be asking for. Come in, have a seat, and let’s begin.
Rooted & Grounded
Presented by Andrea Gomoll
In this Lesson we will explore the grounding Energy of the Root Chakra in a creative & intuitive Way. I will share some of my favourite Art Techniques and we will create a grounding Watercolor & Mixed Media Collage together.
Loving Compassion
Presented by Andrea Gomoll
In this Lesson we will explore the loving Energy of the Heart Chakra in a creative & intuitive Way. I will share some of my favourite Art Techniques and we will create a heart-opening Watercolor & Mixed Media Collage together.
Rolling the Creative Dice
Presented by Caroline Dube
The most important step when creating is the first one because that first step is the start, the beginning. Without that step, nothing would ever be created! But what can you do when you’re feeling unsure about where to start? You can Roll the Creative Dice. Join me for some colorful fun and you’ll see how to create the dice and how to use them any time you need a place to start.
A Playful Invitation to Your Muse
Presented by Caroline Dube
When it feels like your muse has been gone so long you wonder if she’ll ever come back, what can you do? Plenty! You can invite her back with play in a way that she can’t resist! You’ll see how to create so that it draws your muse back to you even if your creative tank feels empty.
Flower Painting on Fabric
Presented by Dana Bloede
I am delighted to guide you through a lesson in creating a beautiful flower painting on fabric. Let's explore mixed media techniques, textiles and flower painting together!
Handmade Collage Papers & Ephemera
Presented by Dana Bloede
I am delighted to guide you through a lesson on creating gorgeous and colorful collage papers. Let's explore mixed media techniques, using paper, a gelli plate and stencils. These papers are great to include into your art journaling books and artwork!
Bookmaking (for the Bookmaking Challenged)
Presented by Donna Engstrom
I am not a bookmaker in the traditional sense. I don’t like the precise measuring and fussy attention to detail to create that ‘perfect’ look. I DO love to use unusual materials like CD cases, old book covers, heavy watercolor paper, and unstretched artist canvas to create unique, textured journal covers. You’ll learn some luscious texture and painting techniques that make each cover distinctive. Various simple binding techniques will also be covered. (Remember: bookmaking for the bookmaking challenged). This is a process and project-oriented class. You may end up with a plethora (love that word!) of unique journals by the end of our time together.
Book of Days
Presented by Donna Engstrom
I’ll share with you the fruits of my exploration into the area of the Law of Attraction. My research includes information gleaned from reading The Secret, Conversations With God, A Witch’s Grimoire, Marianne Williamson’s works, and many others. This class will encourage you to define and reflect on the life of your dreams, so it may become a bit intense
Purple & Teal
Presented by Ildiko Karsay
We will create a portrait with aquarelle using only 3+1 colour.
What you will learn: Some basic proportions, painting poppies easy and loose. Creating a girl face and purple poppies. We will paint with very limited palette, we will only use rose, violetrose and azure blue mixed with some green. To create a face, draw or paint without reference photo or any self portrait is easy, if you use the basic proportions.
let your emotion emerge
Presented by Ildiko Karsay
We will going further with portrait - to face with ourselves not easy, try to find a photo of your self, maybe hide a little behind a flower :)
What you will learn:
A portrait with aquarelle monochomatic style and additional nature elements in colourful and loose style.
Love Symbols Journaling
Presented by Amy Steinberg
Having love in our life seems like it should be a simple thing but sometimes we need to focus on the type of love we want so it will manifest itself properly. In Love Symbols we are going to learn about four powerful ancient symbols and their deep meaning both historically and in recent times. We will then use this knowledge to create a journal spread to manifest our love goals and focus on what is truly important to us. We’ll be using our art journals and a small list of supplies while learning about the history behind the symbols of love; hearts, roses, arrows, and rings.
Dream Symbols Oracle
Presented by Amy Steinberg
Start building your own oracle deck with four common dream symbols; moon, water, fire and stars. We’ll delve into the history of these symbols to give you a background and meaning to manifest a brighter future. With this foundation you can continue building your deck with symbols from your own dreams.
Moon Warrior
Presented by Pia Rom
Started out by loving a photo of a woman in a magazine we will transfer it and by this way we allow all the layers we created to this point showing through to give her more magic. We create contrast, play with colors and paint over the collage to bring her to life.. In the end the moon and the stars shines on her brave soul and lighten up our spirits.
Inner Silence
Presented by Pia Rom
We will start out with a playful background and build an interesting story with various collage pieces to let a story evoke around her. Playing back and forth with Acrylic Paint, Ink, Stencils, pencils and more we will make her the focal point of this magical scenery. Come and play with your very own collage to tell a story in your art!
