Offering HeART and SoulCollage® workshops to inspire your creative spirit
“Wherever you stand be the soul of that place.” ~ Rumi
Greetings!

Along with everything that is deeply troubling these days, I feel especially grateful this month; grateful to be alive and able to explore and enjoy what remains wild and beautiful; grateful for dear friends and family; grateful to have opportunities to make art and write a book.

I am reaching out to say thank you to all of you who share this path with me. It is, indeed, an amazing time to be alive. As the inspiring philosopher and teacher, Joanna Macy, says, "It's an extraordinary time to be alive and I wouldn't want to miss all this for the world!" I so admire her unique perspective, right?

My big, orange, exuberant painting above titled: "Finding My Voice" is my way of showing my overflowing hallelujah gratitude. By the way, much of the decoration on this piece was done with stenciling. If you like the effect, check out my stenciling class below coming up in late January. I'd love to share my techniques with you.

Sending blessings for a Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours.
Art and SoulCollage® Offerings
Monthly SoulCollage® Gatherings* are back at GG's Down to Earth Studio

We will once again gather in joyous community on the 3rd Friday of each month to create and read SoulCollage® cards. 1:00 to 4:00 pm (Vaccinations required; OHA protocols). Sliding fee scale: $20 - $35

"The greatest gift we can give our world is our full presence, and our choice moment by moment to stay present and open." -- Joanna Macy

Come and let the magic of SoulCollage® bring you into the presence of your soulful muse. Give yourself the gift of open creativity...without an agenda...without a plan...just open to exploring whatever images call to you and speak to you. Come and experience the awesome creative ju-ju that's alive in the walls of the Down to Earth Studio!

*Those new to SoulCollage® can come an hour early for an Introductory Session.

Email GG to Register for the monthly SoulCollage® gatherings and/or the Introductory Session. Fee for Intro Session and the 3-hour gathering is $48.00.
SoulCollage® Gathering*
Climate Crisis as Spiritual Practice with Joanna Macy's Video

Two Sundays in December 5 & 12, 2021 from 3:00 to 5:30 pm
Zoom Gathering at GG’s Virtual Down to Earth Studio
No fee for this workshop; it is my love offering.

"The greatest gift we can give our world is our full presence, and our choice moment by moment to stay present and open." -- Joanna Macy

Join me in honoring the wisdom of Joanna Macy. In this two-part series we will take in Joanna's wisdom from the 20-minute video titled, Climate Crisis as Spiritual Path. (Video link here)

We will come together in two sessions. In each session we will watch 10 minutes of the video, share our responses to Joanna's words, then use the visual imagery of SoulCollage®. to illustrate our feelings and emotions. Our cards will be our prayer offerings.

Email GG to Register for the Climate Crisis as Spiritual Practice SoulCollage® gathering.
Stenciling with Super Style
Collage and Stenciling Workshop

Saturday, January 29, 2022 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
In-person at The Art Department Supply Store, Salem, Oregon
(with Covid protocols as required by OHA)
Workshop fee: $85.00

Stencils? Aren't stencils those uncreative things that allow you to make the same image over and over by painting or coloring through them? Yep. That's what stencils are...but they are anything but uncreative! With stencils, you don’t have to know how to draw (that scary word for so many). More than that, stencils can add layered repeated patterns that draw the eye into a world of delight. Plus they are a blast to work with!

In this workshop, we will explore the world of adding stenciled shapes to collaged artwork. Learn how to create your own stencils, and tips on how to combine shapes and designs to create pieces ranging from whimsical to serene – from birds and bouquets.
Come engage in relaxed playful expression. All levels are welcome. Students will work on two compatible pieces.

Register for Stenciling at the Art Department website here.

We'Moon Datebooks Available

I still have some 2022 We'Moon datebooks available that include one of my art images, "Snake Woman."

The Discounted Price is $16.50 (plus cost of shipping if you want it mailed). The datebooks normally retail for $21.95.

Email GG here to reserve your 2022 We'Moon datebook.

From my creative heart to yours,