Free! Journal "meet-ups" (adventure journaling together with informal time to spread out and play with our pages; no instruction ~ just lots of sharing).
March 12, 9:30-10:30 Cafe Zook, 3156 West 38th Avenue Denver, CO 80211
April 18, 9:30-10:30 Capital Tea, 1450 S. Broadway
May 8, 10-11:30 Boulder location (TBA)
June 4, 10-11:30 Conifer location (TBA)
July 12, 10-11:30 Evergreen location (TBA)
Workshops:
**I now require a $25 deposit for registration for all workshops, except those taught thru other schools like the Art Student League or Two Hands Paperie. They will handle their own registration. The out of town, "On the Road" workshops require a $100 deposit. The balance will be due at the start of the class. Please use the form at the bottom of this page to "add to cart" which will direct you to the Paypal page (you may use any major credit card). It is important to include your workshop title in the "note to seller" on the order summary page so I know which workshop you are registering for. Please look for this button after you submit your credit card number. I'll email you a confirmation. Deposits are non-refundable, but I will try to accommodate a transfer if I have at least 48 hours notice.
Intro to visual Journaling: Play Date!
March 1, 6-9pm The Art Salon (21st and York)
I have set up a class for a few friends, and you are welcome to join us! This is an intro class for anyone interested in getting their journal pages moving with life and energy. No drawing or journal experience necessary! I am constantly updating the materials I introduce, so if you took an intro class before you will learn something new and continue the process of cultivating your creative efforts.
$40 fee, includes all materials (except journal), **
email to register: jcmamet@gmail.com
All Creatures Great and Small; Journaling with the Animal Kingdom
~March Adventure Journal Series~
March 2 - Butterfly Pavilion
March 16 - Downtown Aquarium
March 23 - Museum of Nature and Science (or Zoo, depending on weather)
March 30 - Art Salon (2219 E. 21st Ave, Denver 80205) to work on journal pages together and refine techniques
$20 per session or $75 for all 4 classes to cover materials and instruction (students will bring their own journals and pens, and will pay for admission fees)**
This is a new and exciting 4 session series where students may sign up for the entire series or pick the dates and places that suit your schedule. Experienced and beginning visual journalers welcome! We will meet at the locations listed, enjoy the colors and shapes we observe in the animal kingdom and fill our journal pages with photos, sketches, text and texture. I will bring along various materials to share, students will provide their own journals, pens and favorite portable mixed media tools. Students will also pay for their own admission to each location. This class will be perfect for practicing travel journal techniques!
to register: jcmamet@gmail.com
Ancient images, modern icons; visual journaling with images of the Goddess
March 9-11 (weekend intensive)
I will be collaborating with Mary Saracino at the Art Student League of Denver to explore ancient and modern images of the Goddess using a mixed media journal approach. Read full description on the League catalogue, and register at: www.asld.org (do not send me a deposit, the League handles all registration)
Jump Start Your Visual Journal Practice (a mixed media approach)
March 15 10:30-1:30 Two Hands Paperie, 803 Pearl Street, Boulder
I am so excited to be teaching in one of my favorite locations! Join me for this 3 hour workshop if you are interested in starting a mixed media, visual journal or if you started one and need a little jump start. We will be working with some beautiful washi tapes, some new journal products and some favorite, familiar tools. No journaling or sketching experience necessary! I will provide all materials except your journal.
To register, please call or email the store directly:
(303) 444-0124 Info@TwoHandsPaperie.com
(do not send me a deposit, Two Hands handles all registration)
Photos & Art Journals; a mixed media approach
March 21, 6-9pm Kozo (10 E. Ellsworth)
This workshop is for anyone interested in the art journal (or visual journal) form, and combining photography with textural, layered pages. I will share some amazing techniques, show you how to use a hand-held printer for journal work and open the creative door for you! I guarantee loads of fun, and a way for you to finally use all the photos you have kept in that drawer. No writing or drawing experience necessary, just a desire to create authentic pages as you explore your creative expression.
$45 includes all materials except your journal and personal photos (bring 2-3)
to register; email jcmamet@gmail.com (class limited to 8 students) **
Jump Start Your Visual Journal Practice (with kit and workshop)
March 31, 11:00am-3:00pm The Art Salon (2219 E. 21st Ave, Denver 80205)
This workshop includes the Jump Start Journal Kit and instruction to get you moving forward with your visual (art) journal practice. You will love the world of free expression and permission to play, play, play on your pages! No writing or drawing necessary, we will work with the tools in the kit and learn to create layered and lively pages in any journal.
$75 includes the $45 kit and all other materials - no need to bring anything!
to register; email jcmamet@gmail.com **
On the Road, 2012:
Paonia Wine and Journal Workshop
Thursday (4pm), July 19 - Sunday morning, July 22
Have you ever experienced the beauty of Paonia and the Black Forest of the Gunnison? Heaven is on the western slope of Colorado (approx. 4 hour drive from Denver)! Consider joining me for a weekend that includes vineyard tours, wine tasting, picnics and visual journal workshop time. No experience in journaling or sketching required. Students will make lodging arrangements on their own (I will send email links for the hotel and B&B in Paonia) and be responsible for some of their meals. A workshop fee of $225 covers 1 dinner, 2 lunches and an excessive amount of wonderful ice cream (our workshop space is being hosted by Ollie's Ice Cream store and the Glennie Coombe gallery in Paonia) as well as all of the materials used in the journal workshop (except your journal). Special dietary needs will be worked with, all meals will include gluten free choices. Please email me for a detailed itinerary and lodging suggestions; jcmamet@gmail.com **
Taos, New Mexico Thursday, 9/6 (4pm) - Sunday morning 9/9, 2012
This is an "enchanted" workshop that uses the beautiful setting of Taos after the summer crowds. We will be exploring mixed media, "adventure" journal techniques with lots of time for reflection and breathing deeply. No experience in journaling necessary! We will work together in a log cabin on the Lodge grounds with time for exploring the town and the magical valley of Taos.
Call the Mabel Dodge Luhan Lodge (800-846-2235) to reserve your room and email me to reserve your workshop space. $225 ($100 deposit required) covers all materials and workshop space rental, students make room arrangements on their own (staying at the Lodge includes a sumptuous breakfast, prices for rooms range from $110-$150 per night for a double room). When calling the Lodge, be sure to tell them you are with me for this workshop. Their web site will show these rooms are not available, but they are holding a few for my students under my name.
jcmamet@gmail.com **
Semi-private lessons:
I offer customized semi-private lessons with the following techniques:
visual journaling, mixed media self portraits, mixed media mapping, book-making, altered books, drawing, fashion fine art..and more! Classes start at $40 per hour (can be divided by 2-4 students). This is a really delightful time for Book Clubs or other groups looking for a different and creative time together. Please email me your inquiries and available dates. jcmamet@gmail.com
Corporate Workshops on Creative Engagement:
I have worked with Kaiser Permanente, the MACC at the JCC (Gesher City) and other organizations presenting mixed media workshops designed to cultivate creative and innovative thinking. I have also taught master teacher classes in creativity at the University of Denver. Please contact me for information on how we can tailor a workshop to meet your corporate needs. jcmamet@gmail.com
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