Lettering as Art Focus is on the Illuminated Capital Letter working with a brush to letter
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Inspirational Book Making The focus of this class is learning about layout and design working with your Marvy Uchida Felt Calligraphy Pen
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Computer Graphics For Fun & Business "MAC Computers" The class will focus on working in Keynote, Pages, & Photos
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There are many exciting ways to use your newfound talent of lettering scrapbooking, wedding, party invitations, specialty items and ... I will share with you even more.
I focus on YOU, and your vision of what you wish to create with letters and words.
"I love and encourage the writing of all lettering styles from the traditional to the whimsical!"
I was commissioned by the Nevada State legislature to hand letter the names of the Representatives under the photographs of the 73rd session of Congress.
I am also honored to be a recognized Arts Educator on the Nevada State Roster of Artists + Communities.
Encouraging Testimonials
Carol is very willing to share her knowledge and very encouraging. She made learning lettering and Calligraphy fun and easy! Her class is a great start to grow your skills. Carol even shared a video on the history of penmanship. I would definitely recommend this class to a friend and come with them! She made Calligraphy much easier to learn than it looks.
I enjoy coloring and love to share my experience in "coloring between the lines" with preprinted illustrated pages of specific motifs and seasonal imagery. I have illustrated several Adult Coloring Books and share with my students the way I approach color with colored pencils. Students learn how to look and work with color in a new exciting way. Some of what you learn can be applied to other mediums as well.
I enjoy working with 1-5 students and charge a flat fee for the entire group in a 2 - 3 hour session at the place of your choice. I come to you! *Most supplies are included with the fee.
Student Testimonials
Carol is very congenial. I love it, and I'm not an artist. It's my first art class! Would you recommend this class to a friend? Yes! You don't have to be an artist to enjoy working with colored pencils. Yes! Good blending techniques and great color choice techniques. Yes! It is very educational too!
More Art Classes techniques & Mediums
Learn what a "Smudge" can do! Oil Pastel Smudge
I also enjoy working with "Oil Pastels" and I have come up with a fabulous technique working in this versatile medium.
I call the technique Oil Pastel Smudge
The technique involves working with a template you cut and create yourself.
It encompasses the use of math and cognitive thinking skills and is great fun once you learn a few simple rules.
The "Smudge" technique is able to create distinct hard lines and a feathery effect you are able to view in the many images created and shared on the website designed specific to Oil Pastel Smudge. OilPastelSmudge.com
Take a peak at our Oil Pastel Smudge Facebook Page too! In class you will learn to create everything from beautiful landscapes, floral art, abstract works and more in a matter of minutes, once you understand the technique.
Whether you are a beginner to creating art or have some experience working in oil pastels. It is great fun to "Smudge" and oh the beautiful art you will create! Learn to view the world and art differently. Several students have finished a piece and framed their art for the first time after taking the class. The technique is great for creating cards, wrapping paper, and other gift giving ideas. Which I enjoy sharing in class.
Be sure to visit OilPastelSmudge.com to see more of this innovative and award winning technique. Several Grants have been received from the Nevada State Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts to promote the technique.
Learn what it will take to get your creativity from producing beautiful artwork of paintings, jewelry, pottery, paper crafts, and more to a business mindset, where you can make money doing what you love.
View the Make Art Your Business page on the Menu bar.
You may become surprised at what may come your way when you start having the ART & Business mindset.
Get real answers and suggestions as to how to start an arts business and create the life you have dreamed about.
I am looking forward to meeting you and getting you on the right path for success! Contact me today! 775.721.5338 art@varyCarol
I am proud of these Highlighted Achievementsand Awards
Transforming Youth Recovery 2014, 2015, 2016 "Doors to Recovery" Reno, NV Fundraiser and Auction Nevada Museum of Art
The founder of the organization, Transforming Youth Recovery, Stacie Mathewson, purchased my 1st door. What an honor to have her share my vision of recovery! Many Thanks!
City of Reno "ART Blast" Highlights of 2013
"Jurors Choice Award" Booth Exhibit Works in Oil Pastel Smudge art. Many thanks to the Jurors & the City of Reno Arts & Culture!
"Cre8time" 2012 CHA (Craft & Hobby Assoc) Foundation
Now NAMTA-National Art Materials Trade Assoc. Previously AFCI-Association For Creative Industries Formally CHA-the Craft & Hobby Association
The highlight of my year 2012! Being asked by the CHA Foundation to present one of my paper sculptures, this time presented 3-D on a Mannequin, introducing the CHA "Cre8time" Movement. What a honor!
My involvement with these international organizations have opened many opportunities I would never have imagined.