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Asemic writing is markings whether it be scribbles, scratches, brush strokes, symbols or stitching that resemble handwritten words and sentences, but have no recognizable content, words or meaning. They are simply visual elements often used in mixed media and abstract artwork. The nature of asemic writing often results in patterns, therefore can be a way of incorporating texture to artwork.
The process of Asemic writing takes us back to the primitive and child like scribbles before we learned how to write, helping us tap into our innate artistic nature. Because of its rhythmic and repetitive process, it can also be a mindful and meditative practice.
Join me as we explore a variety of techniques utilizing different writing tools as well as explore different writing methods to shift the feel and look of your asemic writing. You will then use your pieces as collage material to pull together to create an abstract piece. All art experience welcome. Adults 18+
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Music by David Fesliyan at https://www.fesliyanstudios.com

Asemic Writing Live Workshop

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Weaving has been used throughout cultures for centuries. Plain weaving (“over and under”) is the traditional form of weaving that most of us are familiar with and probably learned in grade school. But what transforms a basic weave into art all depends on the materials used.
Join me in this four week class as we create pieces of art by weaving a variety of materials like altered collage papers, fabrics, stitching, found objects and more. Through a variety of mixed media techniques, we will create our own weaving materials from scratch so that we end up with a piece that is uniquely your own. Adults 18+
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NEW! Weaving Remnants-Live Zoom Workshop

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It's common to experience creative burnout, especially after a long period of creative output. Recognize the signs and give your creativity a vacation. This can re-energize and re-inspire your art making. Also I share some snippets of my vacation to Cambria, California.

Why it's important to give your creativity a break & a vacation

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Living an artful life doesn't only happen in your studio. It can be found all around us. The important thing is to seek it out and to fill your life with artful things.

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Living an artful life & finding creativity all around you

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I have read many books on the creative process, the psychology of creativity and the artistic person, but here are a few of my top 3 books. Throughout my YouTube series I will be sharing some of my favorite take aways from my book collection.
Remember to grab your spot for the upcoming 3-Day Workshop with Roxanne Evans Stout, Beatriz Helton & Me
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Standing at Water's Edge by Anne Paris, PHD
https://anneparis.com/books/standing-at-waters-edge/

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My top 3 Books on Creativity & Stepping Away from the Creative Process

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Reserve Your Spot: https://truecreativitywithin.com/product/uncommon-art-journal-workshop/
Are you a long time “Art Journaler” craving for something unique and artistic?
Have you been wanting your pages to have more depth & richness?
Or are you yearning for more creative freedom in your artist journal?

Well, here’s the perfect weekend for you. Join us as we spend 3 days immersed in a variety of mixed media techniques and incorporating different materials to create art journals that are tactile, rich and “uncommon.”
During the weekend you will have the opportunity to learn from 3 different Artists with 3 different styles to create 3 handmade artist journals from scratch.
Each day will be taught by a different Artist where they will share their own approach and techniques to give your artist journal a unique and organic look. Through the creative process discovering artistic beauty in what is unrefined and imperfect.
The weekend will also include a Meet the Instructors Night pre workshop event, daily raffle giveaways gifted by the Artists themselves to the lucky winners. Daily Recordings for later viewing (available for a limited time to registered attendees only).
Join us as we gather in our virtual workshop space and
create “uncommon art journals” together!

The Uncommon Art Journal 3-Day Virtual Event

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More and more teaching artists are moving their workshops online live on Zoom. If you haven't taken a class on Zoom yet, here are the reasons why you can gain so much artistically from expanding your world beyond the classroom. I give you a peek into my Zoom classroom and how I teach my mixed media classes online in real time.

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Hesitant to Take a Live Art Class on Zoom? Here Are the Reasons Why It's A Good Idea

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Mixed media is the perfect art making to start exploring your inner artist and creativity.

Welcome Creative!

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Afraid to share your art with others or the world? Find out why it's important to your artistic growth to not keep your art behind closed doors. I get it..it's vulnerable and even scary. Taking baby steps can be a place to start.
Learn how to properly photograph your artwork on your mobile device.

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Photographing Your Art & Sharing It With the World

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Going through different seasons throughout your artistic journey is typical for any artist. Actually it's pretty common and normal to explore different mediums and forms of art. Crossing over in different mediums only deepens and expands your artistic style and knowledge.

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The Different Seasons in an Artistic Journey

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Creative Flow versus The Wall. Did you know all the yucky stuff like self-doubt, frustration, over-thinking, second guessing is all part of the creative process. It's okay to be there. Creativity includes the hills and valleys.

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Creative Flow - The yucky stuff is still part of the creative process

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Well today is officially 6 years ago when I launched True Creativity Within and taught my first mixed media class. I can't believe how quick the time has gone by. I'm so moved when I look back at all the creative workshops I taught, the wonderful students I have met and the artistic growth I have been able to witness over the years. It has been an awesome & creative six years. And it just keeps getting better. In the last year, I have been inspired by all of you to come up with new classes to keep your creativity growing and your mixed media skills challenged.

Email: truecreativitywithin@gmail.com
Website: https://truecreativitywithin.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrueCreativityWithin
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Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/LisaAgaran

6th Year Anniversary of True Creativity Within

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