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Did you ever wonder what secret fun was happening in the Teacher’s lounge at school? …well I know now! All 21 of Artists who are teaching at 21 Secrets are in the on-line Teacher’s Lounge and the excitement and joy for the workshops we have all prepared is palpable! This Spring session of 21 Secrets is going to be so, so, so much fun. My fellow teachers are such gorgeous and talented individuals, and  each one is sharing the very magic that wraps around their hearts and keeps them bouyant… but enough of the lovey stuff! Click here to register or view more details.

I have just loved making the videos for my Drawing Happy class…just LOVED it.
I keep adding to my class…thinking of new things to share. I’ve discovered the delights of Vimeo (an alternative to YouTube)…

And look at that cute little animation I made…sweet or what? You can get yours in the sidebar..feel free to add it wherever you like and spread the news!

It’s official. I am teaching
at my first online workshop.

21 SECRETS is an online playground of Art Journaling techniques,
approaches and secrets facilitated by 21 different talented, inspiring,
professional Artists and hosted by Dirty Footprints Studio.

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Click here to view more details

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I have been filming and editing all week. I am having a blast creating my classroom,
getting it all super-spiffy, organised and pretty for my first on-line students.
I have taught many workshops around the world, and love sharing my experience and knowledge.
But this is different…I get to talk about my secret passion for art supplies
and share my love for Art Journaling. I am embracing this new adventure!

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So, what will I be teaching?

Drawing Happy

“I Can’t Draw!” is a lament I hear so often (that’s why stamps are so popular, right?).
Listen to me…if cavemen could draw, then you, who has mastered an ipod, microwave and email
can do this! As a professional artist who creates artwork drawn from my imagination every day,
I still have to find my way into the work. I have a bunch of tricks and tool recommendations
that will warm you up, help open the floodgates to your imagination and
your natural drawing style.

Art, just like life, doesn’t have to be ‘serious’ to be meaningful!

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You don’t have to be an artist or even keep an art journal to get involved.
21 Secrets has enough juice for all levels of experience.
All you need is the creative itch, a journal or sketchbook and a pencil…
ok, maybe a few paints and brushes too!
Can you tell I’m excited by it? Too right!

p.s. – And If you have never even heard of an ‘Art Journal’, you can see mine here

I know some of the artists I will be teaching alongside, and they are WONDERFUL!
From the legendary Tam Laporte (aka Willowing), to Goddess Leonie and Connie of
Fearless Painting fame with many talented and shining stars in between.
I am just so looking forward to participating in all the other 20 classes.

I was a student at the last session of 21 Secrets, and my mind was joyfully crammed
with creative goodness and the ever-growing joy that is an Art Journal.

I look forward to seeing you there, having fun, cooking up ideas,
generally chatting about our art and sharing it.

so….

JOIN the fun,

come visit the Art Journal Playground!

Click here to read all about the Artists, what they are teaching and how to secure your spot!

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Click here to view more details

Through the magic of the internet, you will be transported to Dirty Footprints Studio,
see class descriptions and an introduction of each Artist (such variety!).
Payment will be through e-junkie, and it will remember that you came from here
and I will earn my portion of the workshop fee ( so I can go and buy more art supplies!)

I have LOVED working on this and will definitely be doing more so if you
sign up for my LadyBird Letter you won’t miss out.

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Supplies for the Workshop:

Click on the image below for my suggested ‘Drawing Happy’ supply list!
You will be beamed straight to the Blick Art Materials list sections called ‘ Blick U ‘.

These are suggestions, not requisites…you can wait until the class starts to see what you like,
as you will see me using  and showing them and get your supplies then.

My ‘School’ is called Jane Davenport | Artomology and the ‘State’ is Online.
(it’s the last one in the schools list.)

You will see the other lists of delicious art supplies I have put together.
Yum Yum Yum! Blick’s is an affiliate of mine, and I earn a little commission
from them if you decide to order, which I very much appreciate and use on more art supplies!
Blick is based in the USA, service is excellent, choice  is unparalleled, the prices are unbelievable
and the user product reviews are extremely honest and helpful. I love it!
Certainly feel free to track these materials down wherever you can find them.

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p.s. did you catch the the sweet little animation I made at the end of the invite?

x Jane

I love connecting with like minds from all over the world, and when the lovely Stacie asked me to be her ‘Artist of the Month’ on her popular blog, I said yes of course.
Click here to read it: http://staciejewelry.blogspot.com/2011/03/artist-of-month-jane-davenport.html

I met Stacie during a fantastic workshop called “in the Fishbowl” hosted by Marisa of Creative Thursday fame. I love listening to podcasts when I am painting, or going for a beach walk, and Marisa’s are amongst my favorites.

Marisa has just launched Creative Coconuts and that is where her future Podcasts will be posted. It’s a membership site and it’s intention is to be a safe harbor for creatives on the net.