- $65
Make Wabi Sabi Mixed Media Books On-Demand Class
“This class opened up a whole new way to tap into creativity. This was the first time that I have ever been encouraged to trust my inner creative self and to just allow play to happen without focusing on someone else’s idea of what my work should look like. So freeing.”
-Linda, past student
"I had never heard the term wabi sabi and it was like opening a whole new place to think from. I love the concepts of imperfection, space and impermanence and will be bringing them forward in future art making. I also loved the encouragement of letting our inner critic take a little break and to approach art from a more intuitive and nature-based place. Thank you so much for sharing all your thoughts and techniques, as well as your resources!"
-Marjorie, past student
Wabi Sabi Principles and Qualities We Explore Together in This Class:
the art of simplicity
slowing down to allow a deeper creative process to unfold
how silence allows room to listen to ourselves and our art in new and meaningful ways
creating breathing room and spaciousness in our work through composition choices and noticing how that feels
exploring subtlety and nuance in small details
the beauty of imperfection
impermanence
an earthy and rustic aesthetic
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connecting with the inherent healing rhythms within nature as we make our art
Some of the Creative Techniques We Explore Together:
Slow stitching practices that I love
Japanese ensō circle meditation painting and momigami-inspired transformative techniques
Printmaking with found nature
Mark making with found nature
Going on wabi sabi walks for inspiration
Connecting with the energy of the sun by hanging fabric & paper outside
Making different kinds of simple book structures to invite play and creative exploration
Class Content You Receive Instant Access to:
WEEK 1 VIDEOS
WEEK 2 VIDEOS
WEEK 3 VIDEOS
WEEK 4 VIDEOS
Testimonials
"This whole class was just fabulous. I was glad you shared how thoughtfully ordered the classes were. I was tempted to do it in the order that many workshops follow: here’s what we are going to make. Work with that goal in mind - and instead followed your order. I am glad I did - making lots of marks and playing around before structuring the book was freeing. It really did allow for a more spontaneous and natural flow. And I felt my work was more meaningful to me. Playing removes the pressure to “perform”. Thank you Emma!" -Linda, past student
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"I really loved your class. The way you combined the philosophy of wabi sabi with art making and slow stitching made me consider concepts in a new way. A wonderful chance to play! -Niki, past student
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"I love the idea of spaciousness and imperfection - what a great new way of viewing things in nature and in life! The theme of impermanence is also a new one for me and one that feels completely natural." -past student
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"I thought I had a reasonable understanding of wabi sabi but this presentation really expanded and deepened my awareness of the overall concept and aspects. Thank you Emma for the generous course. I enjoyed it immensely."-Susan, past student
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"I am loving this beautiful Wabi Sabi course and find myself falling under the spell of Wabi Sabi. Thank you for opening my eyes to this beauty." -past student