MORE Online Learning

Just found another place offering video/online classes thanks to Ken Auster posting his upcoming class on Facebook. Tuscon Art Academy
I wish I had known of it sooner. Its an interesting concept and I would like to hear if anyone out there has taken any classes online like this. Can you share with us? V....Vaughan and I have been considering this idea also. Maybe we can share some of our cafe sessions through this media.
James Gurney is using an interesting format too with Concert Window.


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 -- AND - don't forget to visit the offerings at Craftsy.com --

They have been kind enough to create a landing page for followers here to sign up to win a free online class! Deadline to enter is Sept. 30 and Melissa will randomly choose a winner from people who sign up through this link!

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Online Learning - Craftsy.com

Melissa at Craftsy.com recently introduced me to their website which has instructional classes for just about any art or craft. Have you wanted to branch out from painting and learn to crochet in the evenings? Maybe you'd like to learn more about container gardening. Or maybe you feel you need some more instruction in color mixing. This site has much to offer!

She has been kind enough to create a landing page for followers here to sign up to win a free online class! Deadline to enter is Sept. 30 and Melissa will randomly choose a winner from people who sign up through this link!

ENTER HERE

Deterred or Determined?

- from Robin

Even when things are going well in the studio, there can be so many other things that intrude upon creativity or cause you to question your work.
How do you deal with those?
A buyer is dissatisfied with a painting they bought, a gallery doesn't pay you for sales, old paintings sit around your studio challenging your new works, or sales are so low you wonder why you keep making new art.

I find these issues undermine mine confidence but sometimes they also serve as an impetus. When things are going badly in other areas, being able to pour yourself into your art can let you play ostrich for awhile. And also maybe stretch yourself.

If you are like me, maybe these frustrations can drive you to the easel with more determination than ever. As if to "show them" that they are wrong and to prove to yourself that you are worthy. Our self worth is so wrapped up in our art, and each piece it like a little part of us going out into the world to be judged. Don't let set backs deter you! Go back to your work and remember why you do it. Do it for yourself if for no other reason. Maybe you will create your next big thing.