Classes and Workshop for 2019

Have you noticed that I have opened registration for classes and workshops in 2019?
Do you want to be more creative in the new year?
Do you know a young person {child or early teen} who would enjoy having designated art time every single week?
Do you want to give experience gifts this year?

I've got you covered!
Scroll through to see what I'm offering.

And if you don't see something that you would like to do, I would love {LOVE} to create a unique experience for you and your friends, a birthday party, a women's group, a fundraiser, your scout group, workplace meeting or retreat, or whatever else you might be brewing.  I also provide private lessons and coaching!  Just contact me ASAP to arrange dates, activities, and pricing for your creative adventure in 2019.

Visioning The New Year

I am so incredibly delighted to offer this opportunity to join together with kindred spirits, share simple nourishing food, move meditatively, and create a vision and vision board for 2019!

It's going to be an evening you won't want to miss.

After all the busy days of the holiday season, lean into an evening of self care and preparation for the new year.

This will be in my home, aka Inspiration Central. 

This would be a lovely gift to share with a friend or sister or mama.

Here is where you register!  Space is limited.

Cartooning For Kids

I'm delighted to invite all kids to join me for 5 amazing weeks of cartooning!

We will learn how to create characters with interesting facial expressions.  We will develop backgrounds for our scenes.  We will write dialog.  We will practice black and white and colorful drawings.

We will meet on April 9, 16, 23, May 7 and 14.  

The cost is $75, which includes all instruction and materials.

Share this with your friends and invite them to join us!

Hold a spot by emailing me BraveTeacherMim@gmail.com

Pay by sending money to my Paypal account, using the same email address.

Avoid the Crowds and Join Me to Make Gifts

I have a great idea! Instead of dealing with stressed and tired crowds searching for parking spaces and the most unbelievable deals on Thursday or Friday, join me Friday evening for the first of four Open Studio Gift Making Workshops!

We will enjoy Christmas music, warm tea or cocoa, and you can create unique and amazing gifts.  I provide the materials and space and gentle encouragement and instruction.

I'm also running a special deal for anyone who signs up for the first workshop!  Choose one project at full price and choose another project for 1/2 price.  You can return to any of the other Open Studio Workshops to finish your projects, just pay now.

IMPORTANT:  Pay for your first project from the pull down menu, and then in "Note to Seller"  tell me what your second project will be!  You will pay for the second project with cash, check, or credit, when you join me on Friday!  The deal only applies to projects purchased at the first studio workshop, but return as often as you like to complete your project

Gift Making at Open Studio

Abstract Notecard Set $12.00 USD Magic Wand $15.00 USD Flower Fairy $15.00 USD Handmade Paper Items $15.00 USD Inspiration Kit $25.00 USD Acrylic Painting $20.00 USD

Here is the menu:

• Abstract Painted Notecard Set of 8 Greeting Cards   $12
• Magic Wand    $15
• Flower Fairy    $15
• Handmade paper books or gift tags  $15    (paper requires a minimum of 2 sessions--one to make paper and one to use paper!)
• Inspiration Kit    $25
• Acrylic Painting on Canvas  $ 20 - $35 (depending on size)

Gift Making at Open Studio

Abstract Notecard Set $12.00 USD Magic Wand $15.00 USD Flower Fairy $15.00 USD Handmade Paper Items $15.00 USD Inspiration Kit $25.00 USD Acrylic Painting $20.00 USD

               

Today's Offerings: Make Gifts At My Studio

Handmade gifts are always amazing, but it's even more amazing when the giver made the gift.  If you don't feel particularly creative or you don't want a big mess at your house, my offering is perfect for you!  I would love to provide the space and time to make you a gift making rockstar this year!

I will be hosting 4 Open Studio Gift Making Workshops!

Open Studio

Gift Making Workshops

Friday, Nov. 24, Dec. 1,8,15

4 - 8 p.m.

Choose a gift to make from the menu, and I will invite you into my studio, provide all the supplies and time to create one or more beautiful handmade gifts.

Gift Making Menu

Abstract Painted Notecard Sets $12

     Create an abstract watercolor or acrylic painting, cut it up, and make notecards

Magic Wands $15

     Who couldn't use a little magic?  I'll show you how to add special powers and packaging

Flower Fairies $15

     Sweetest little dolls for favorite boys and girls or grown up fairy enthusiasts

Scrap Fabric Garland $15

     Look through my bags of fabric for favorite color combos to hang from mantles, doorways, and          favorite gathering spaces

Handmade paper mini books or gift tags $15

     This project requires 2 sessions--1 to make paper and 1 to make booklets or gift tags

Inspiration Kit $25

     Watercolor and add favorite words or quotes to your cards.  Small easel and led candle included

Acrylic Painting on Canvas $20 - $35

      Find a painting that you like or set yourself free to create an abstract--either way I will offer                 words of encouragement!

Advanced registration is necessary to be sure I have all the supplies waiting for you!

Register by Wednesday evening of the week you want to start by emailing or texting me (330-848-9459).

You can return as many times as you need to complete your project.  I set up and clean up and offer gentle guidance.  All ages are welcome to join the gift making magic.  Kids under 12 need to be accompanied by an adult!

Come and go as your schedule permits!

P. S.  You can also head over to the Brave Inspiration Etsy Shop {https://www.etsy.com/shop/BraveInspiration}  to buy prints and cards from me or stop in my studio to buy original handmade one of a kind art, too!

Art of the Ancient World

My next children't art class begins Monday, October 23, 2017, 6 -7 p.m.  This six week sessions focuses on art of the ancient world.  We will spend a couple weeks in ancient Egypt.  Then we will move on to ancient China.  Then onto Europe for cave paintings, and we will finish with illuminated lettering of the Middle Ages.

The session continues through November 27.  This program is geared for people in grades 2 - 6.  The cost is $90 for the complete 6 session program.  Payment can be made at the first session.  I have room for several more students, so please let everyone who might be interested in this program.

If you need more information, please contact me:  BraveTeacherMim@gmail.com

Mum Painting Workshops for Children, Teens, and Adults

Mum Fest Weekend in Barberton is quickly approaching.  I will also be offering 2 stylized mum painting workshops in my art studio.  You will choose a color scheme you like, and use simple techniques to create a lovely piece of art on canvas using acrylic paints.  Painters are always welcome to go rogue and create something different, using the resources provided!

Children's Mum Painting Workshop
Saturday, 9/23, 11 a.m. - noon.  We will work on canvases that are 11 x 14 or 12 x 12 and using acrylic paints.  $20

Register and pay here

This is the first of several Sensational Saturday Workshops for children this Fall.  See other workshops and classes HERE

Adult and Teen Mum Painting
Sunday, 9/24, 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.  We will work on canvases that are 16 x 20, or you can choose from smaller sizes, if you prefer.  We will use acrylic paints.  Light refreshments will be provided.  $25

Register and pay here

This is the first of several Sunday Crafternoon Workshops.  See other workshops and classes HERE.

Invite friends to join you for this fun experience.  Be inspired by the beautiful Mum Fest arrangements!

Fall Offerings Are Here!

I am bursting with delight for the classes I am offering this fall!  We have so many chances to create calm and creativity in so many different ways!  I will be highlighting some of my favorites over the next couple weeks!  There are opportunities for children and adults.  There is art and yoga.  There are homeschool options during the day, and so many other amazing chances for us to connect!

Don't delay!  Some classes begin next week!

Take a look at everything HERE

Please contact me for further information!

Wonderful Watercolor Painting in Arts and Crafts Cabin

This Monday, July 10, is a very fun evening in the Arts and Crafts Cabin.  We will be trying out many different techniques for watercolor painting.  We will create a small book with all of our samples of different ways to use water, create texture, and mix colors.  If time permits we will try a still life or landscape.

If you know a child who wants to feel like a "real" artist, this is the week to join us!

Click HERE to register and pay.  Use the pull down menu for Wonderful Watercolor.  

Class is held from 6-7 p.m. at Summit Artspace on Tusc, 571 W. Tuscarawas Ave., Barberton

Email me if you have any questions.

Stepping Stones At Arts and Crafts Cabin

This Monday, June 26, 6 - 7 p.m. in the Arts and Crafts Cabin we will be making stepping stones!

We will use broken dishes, glass gems, rocks, shells, and other found objects to layout a design and create the work of art.  Then we will add concrete mix, and in a couple days we will have our own stepping stone to place in a garden or flower bed.  I always love the great reveal after they have set up in the molds!

This project is best suited for kids entering grades 2 - 6.  $15 includes all the materials, instruction, and a bit of extra art fun, too!  Invite friends to join you for this project!

Art and Crafts Cabin: Mini Garden

All kids are invited to Arts and Crafts Cabin to design and create a mini garden this Monday, June 19, 6-7 p.m.  These gardens can inspire imaginations to design a fairy garden, dinosaur forest, or other enchanted realm.  $15 covers all costs and instruction.  Payment can be made online HERE  or you can pay when you arrive.  (Please email me so that I bring enough miniature plants, containers and other supplies.)

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Imagine An Hour Every Week in the Arts and Crafts Cabin

The Arts and Crafts Cabin

A creative summer class for kids who like to use their imagination and make stuff.

Instructed by Miriam Daniel

Summit Artspace on Tusc

571 W. Tuscarawas Ave, Barberton Ohio  44203

Monday evenings, 6 - 7 p.m.

June 12 - July 31

Weekly Themes:

6/12  Summer Souvenir Books 

6/19  Miniature Garden

6/26  Stepping Stones

7/3    Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye

7/10  Wonderful Watercolors

7/17  Junk Sculptures

7/24  Flip Books and Comics

7/31  Cool Collage Creations

$15 per session or 

$100 for the summer, paid by June 12

CLICK HERE to register and pay for the whole summer or individual session.

I am so excited for this!  It's best suited for kids entering 2nd - 6th grade.  We are going to have the chance to try out so many fun activities.  Please share this with anyone who might be interested!

If the time doesn't work or you are looking for a more focused summer art program, I can offer that, too, as private or semi-private art lessons.

Do you have questions? Email me:  BraveTeacherMim@gmail.com   Are you ready to sign up for the summer or specific sessions?   Email me:  BraveTeacherMim@gmail.com  Would you like to bring one of these activities to your summer camp or scout group or homeschool group?  Email me:  BraveTeacherMim@gmail.com   Would you like to bring one of these activities to your senior group, women's group or civic group?  Email me:  BraveTeacherMim@gmail.com

PAY NOW BY CLICKING HERE!

Children's Art Journal Class Begins Jan. 9

I am so excited to begin my offering for kids next week.  You know how kids make art, and you think it's cool.  Then it gets folded or wrinkled or torn, and then you just throw it away?

I think I have a temporary solution.  We will use an art journal to explore and practice a variety of drawing and painting techniques.  I imagine in the best case scenario this is a reference and portfolio of creative process and progress.

I will show students examples and demonstrate in an art journal I am keeping.  If your child or a child you know might be interested, learn more or sign up HERE.

I am offering 2 sessions this Winter/Spring of 6 weeks each.

I am also offering time for private art lessons on Monday and Thursday late afternoon/evening.  Email me inquiries.

Favorite Color Workshop

I so enjoy providing space, materials, and inspiration so that others can create!  Today it happened for some of my young artist friends {aka students!}  We focused on monochromatic art.  Some of these works will be available for viewing at Nine Muses Art Gallery in February.

If you want to see more art options for kids, click on the tab above titled, "Art Classes for Kids."

Here are a few of my favorite photos from works in progress:

Gift Certificates Make Great Gifts

Why not give gift certificates from Brave Art to the people you love?  You can give so much more than a mass produced big box store item.

Here are some of the ways Brave Art Gift Certificates can be used:

Give a private shopping trip to my studio, for a time we set up together.  Many items in my studio are under $25--wands, flower fairies, small canvas paintings, inspirational watercolors, and card sets.  If someone special has had their eye on a larger piece of art, this is a great way to surprise them, too!

Give an art class, art lessons, workshop, or painting party with a gift certificate.  Art lessons begin at $20.  Most 6 week classes are $90.  One space at a painting party begins at $25 or give a whole party to a group of family or friends!

We can also customize an experience just for you and those you love!  Why not have a painting party when all your cousins are visiting over the holidays?  Why not host a paper making workshop for your girlfriends?  Why not make art for New Year's Eve?

Gift Certificates can be given in any dollar amount.  Paypal has a little printable gift certificate, but I would like to send you a handmade card with a gift certificate enclosed.  It has much more of my creativity infused in it!   If you have questions, email me.

I look forward to making your holiday season and new year overflow with creativity!

Week of Gift Giving Delights--Friday: Brave Crafting Adventure Club

I am so excited to start the Brave Crafting Adventure Club!
See all the details HERE.
It's going to be so fun!
If you have questions, email me!!

Week of Gift Giving Delights, Tuesday--Painting Parties

This week I am going to post a new special offering each evening, around 9 and 10 p.m.  This is the week when gift purchasing really seems to explode, and I wish to invite you to buy handmade, original, and local fine art and artisan work.  When you buy from me you are literally helping me pay my rent and utilities, feed my son, put gas in my car, and buy insurance.  In exchange you receive one of a kind handmade and inspirational pieces of art.  It's such a win-win!

I am also hosting a Studio Pop Up Sale this Friday evening, 5-8 p.m. at my studio in the Art Center on Tusc., 571 W. Tuscarawas Ave., Barberton, OH  44203.  Avoid the craziness of Black Friday and enjoy Christmas music and tea in my studio.

I will also be in my studio Saturday evening, 5-9 p.m., during Barberton's Christmas Light Walk. There will be merriment for people of all ages all around Barberton.  This event is busy, big, and bright!

So here is today's offering:

Painting Parties

Painting Parties with me are one of the most fun and relaxed ways to celebrate anything with a group of your family or  friends.  You and I choose a date and a painting theme.  I show you one or more samples.  You provide the location and treats.  I provide the canvases, painting supplies, art instruction and positive support.

Painting parties are a wonderful way to celebrate a birthday, family reunion, gathering of friendship, girls' night out, team building, corporate event.  It can even be a fundraiser--ask for details.

Here are the general pricing guidelines:

11x14 canvas $25 per person
16x20 canvas $35 per person
{If at least 6 people pay to paint, the host or hostess paints for free}

I can provide a location for an additional $5 per person
If I travel more than 30 minutes I charge a small travel expense fee

This week I am booking parties for the next year!

Benefits of booking this week:

• You don't need to worry about what you're doing for that upcoming event
• The date is locked in for you for a small deposit of $30 bucks
• You immediately receive a very special coupon for 50% off any one item in my studio, including my large paintings

So email me now to book your painting party!

Handmade Holidays Children's Art Classes

I am so looking forward to the next round of kids' art classes.  We begin 2 weeks from this evening. It is going to be a lovely chance for kids to get messy, explore their creativity, and make items that they can give as seasonal gifts and decorations.  It's a wonderful time to focus on using our talents to enrich the lives others.

HANDMADE HOLIDAYS

Children’s Art Classes

Nov. 7 - Dec. 12, 2016, 6 - 7 p.m. ($90/ 6 sessions)
at The Art Center on Tusc, 571 W. Tuscarawas Ave., Barberton OH  44203

We will create a variety of projects that will be suitable for gift giving and seasonal expression .  Our emphasis will be on recycling/upcycling.  Here is our tentative schedule:

1.  Papermaking Galore--make paper for cards, books, and garlands or ornaments
2. Tree to Book to Tree--transforming used books into trees and handmade paper into books
3. Printmaking--using everyday objects we will print wrapping paper, cards, book covers, and perhaps framable art
4. Felting and Sewing--basic techniques to create objects worthy of gift giving
5. Students’ Choice--we will either make newspaper rose wreaths or painted dishes or maybe both!
6. Wrap It All Up--we will finish any unfinished creations and wrap and package our goodies

Reserve a spot today HERE  {Scroll down to Handmade Holidays!}

Another Painting Party Option

I love doing painting parties!  If you missed my first post about Autumn Art Parties, you may find it HERE.

I decided to take the abstract autumn tree and really make it my own.  It has my fun whimsical style all over it.  You're welcome to copy this one, but I can offer lots of ideas on how to make it your own style.  In between steps of the painting process I will demonstrate some fun techniques you can practice and then decide if you want to apply them to your masterpiece.  If you're interested in booking a party with this type of painting or another, CONTACT ME to schedule your event!