You guys how is it already the week of Christmas? Well things are gonna get busy for all of us in the next couple of weeks so I thought I would take this opportunity to post a little update.
I've been hard at work on my latest batch of online classes for 2015. This is actually the first time in a few years that I took a couple months off in the fall from creating online classes so I could actually have a little more time for other projects. But now it I am back and I have four new classes for the beginning of 2015 in the SHOP that I am really excited about. And since I love to offer a sale, all of the new online classes (including the season pass) are all marked down $10 off until January 12th!
For the last few years, I've had a requests to offer a class on growing a creative business and to be honest I've been a little resistant. I really wasn't sure if there was any information I could offer that is different from everything else out there. But after my Art of Blogging online class went live, I received lots more requests, then I had a lot of conversations with fellow creatives which inspired a lot of brainstorming and I decided go ahead and offer my unique perspective and approach on growing and running a creative business.
MY STORY (THE SHORT VERSION)
I can't remember a time in my life without art and around age 7, it was pretty clear that when I grew up I wanted to be an artist and my parents supported this endeavor my entire life. By the time high school hit, I had already been selling and showing my work. I went on to college to study painting and printmaking, grew my creative resume, continued showing my work and bounced from creative jobs and projects. Insert 15 more years of juggling a day job with making, selling art and teaching workshops and here I am today successfully working for myself as an artist. I've had tons of experiences, lots of ups and downs and learned some amazing lessons. While I am not an expert, I am a determined gal who has spent over 20 years chasing after the dream of being a self employed artist and I have A LOT of knowledge to share.
ABOUT THE CLASS
In my opinion, there is no magic formula for growing a creative business, in fact there is all kinds of free information that you can access online. I am not going promise you the secret to success in this class. Instead I want to share with you what has worked for me. It has been a long (sometimes painful) 20 year journey with just as much failure as success. I've tried just about everything in the creative world- from working and showing at galleries, to framing art, to teaching at retreats, to selling at craft shows, to freelance, to design and more. I was always searching for a big break and it never came but through it all I was loyal to my love and passion for art. Slowly my creative business grew into something that today supports our family.
In this class I share as much information as I can- everything from defining who you are, insight on creative professions, branding, marketing, blogging, managing finances, how to deal with failure and rejection, how to grow and handle growth and so much more. Again, I am not an expert, I am simply an artist whose had a lot of experience finding her way and I am excited to share my story, my knowledge, my success and failure. So if you are looking for the inspiration to jump start your creative goals in 2015, this is the class for you!
More information HERE
Live MARCH 16, 2015 $30.00
I spend A LOT of time sketching but I probably spend just as much time working in an art journal. For me there is really a fine line between an art journal and a sketchbook. For my sketching process I limit my supplies- But when I work in my art journal, I explore all kinds of mixed media techniques like painting, collage, sewing (with paper), stamping, doodling, drawing and printmaking. My art journal is a small and accessible place for me to practice, explore and brainstorm all kinds of techniques.
More information HERE
Live APRIL 20, 2015 $30.00
I've taken my popular 2 day live retreat You, Me & the Sea and turned it into a mini online class. So for all you land locked readers looking for a little inspiration from the beach...I am bringing the beach to you!
I will be using my world on the Oregon Coast as the inspiration and subject matter for a variety of lessons, prompts, drawing, watercolor and art journaling techniques. We will absorb the colors, materials and treasures of the landscape and turn them into art. I will share a variety of drawing, watercolor, photography and art journal techniques that can be used at the beach or in any setting. I will share my own photography, shell collections, knowledge, stories and experiences from my life growing up at the beach. My goal is to immerse you in the natural wonders of the sea.
More information HERE
Live JUNE 1, 2015 $30.00
It takes time and practice to get comfortable with drawing, sketching and even doodling. And there is nothing more important than practice- lots and lots of practice! I've put together this fun little class for those of you looking for accessible and simple ways to practice your drawing skills.
Draw With Me is a mini class structured in 30 small but inspiring posts. The concept is that you have one simple idea, prompt or technique to work through each day for 30 days. I will be sharing all kinds of drawing, sketching and doodling exercises to get you inspired and comfortable drawing.
Important Note- those of you who have taken my sketching classes or my 30 prompt classes, this class will have new information and will NOT repeat specific prompts from past classes (in case you were wondering).
More information HERE
Once again I am offering a season pass that includes all four winter/spring 2015 classes-
The Business of Being Creative
Art Journal Delight
You, Me & the Sea
Draw With Me
The season pass costs $110 (compare at $140 for all four classes) a savings of $30 or the cost of one small class PLUS AN ADDITIONAL $10 OFF if you purchase with the sale!
If you are interested in taking all four classes, this is the option for you.
Just a reminder that I will be teaching for Life Book 2015! Life Book 2015 is a year- long online course featuring 26 different teachers with 26 different perspectives on the creative process. The class is packed is packed with lessons, inspiration and a vibrant community of artists from all over the world.
Ok thanks for being patient with my update...now back to regular scheduled programming!
These look like great classes. I hope they go well. I know that every class that I have taken with you has been well worth it.
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ReplyDeleteI'm SOOOO excited to see these new classes!! My word for next year is DELIGHT, so the art journal one must be for me, YAY!! I have taken your 30 day prompt classes before and love them so this one will be just as fun I'm sure. Thank you so much Alisa for the classes and especially for the sale on them right now. That will help me so much to afford them, thank you!!
ReplyDeleteIs that your own art journal above or do you sometimes buy them and fill them up?
YAY! I have sign for the workshop "You, Me and the sea"!
ReplyDeleteThis is my first with you. I shall need patience because my English is nil(worthless), lol
Oh, yes, I'm french ;-)
I was just wondering what the expected turn around time is to receive the login info for these classes? I bought one during the Black Friday Sale, and still haven't received anything. Sent an email 2 weeks ago and still awaiting a reply. I know this is such a busy time of year, so I hate to pester- I am just so excited to get started on my class and was really looking forward to spending some time over the Holiday working through the class. Thanks so much for offering these great classes at great prices!
ReplyDeleteHi Alexis! Turn around for classes access typically takes a day so it sounds like something must have happened. I am going to double check my email right now!
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Just got it, thanks! I am sure it got lost in the email shuffle, which I can so relate to this time of year! Thanks for following up- and it was probably for the best that I didn't have it over this past month so that I couldn't use it as a procrastination tool. Now I'm ready for Christmas and ready to draw!
DeleteYour classes are wonderful! I'm booked right now with a couple I got earlier and so excited about doing. For anyone wondering, they are packed with so much information with lots of videos from Alisa where it feels like she is talking just to you. Just so inspiring. The classes are really so much fun and you learn so much without any pressure whatsoever. There are just so many ideas in these courses as well as great practical stuff. I'm so glad you keep them coming because I can see myself keeping on doing them! Thank you Alisa, you have made a world of difference to both the art I am making and how I feel about making it.
ReplyDeleteHave a great Christmas, thanks for your blog and all the great stuff you share on it.
Sara
Thanks for doing The Business of Being Creative. This is what I've needed. It starts just days before me birthday so I'm going to give it to myself as a gift. :)
ReplyDeleteA generous offer that, unfortunately, I can't take advantage of. I've signed up for a HUGE class in January. Good luck to all who participate and a VERY happy Christmas to you.
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