Why this course just works . . .

In this brilliant and encyclopedic mixed media art journaling course:

• Sarah teaches us from the base layer up 8 amazing ways to just BEGIN. Whenever you feel like journaling, you have an easy You can always overcome resistance to the blank page with one of Sarah's fun methods.

• After you create the base layers, it's all about ways to play with all of your delicious mixed media art supplies.

• Sarah demonstrates endless ways to play with these supplies in her 10 FULL "Watch Me Journal" Videos.

• And finally, Sarah adds words, phrases and text to her journal pages.

• There are 30 exciting and different ways that Sarah shows us how to add text to our journal spreads.
  

Frequently Asked Questions

What is "Art Journaling" anyway?

Art journaling is a mixed media art form that is totally personal to the artist. Your art journal is for you. One of the main features of art journaling is embracing the process instead of focusing on the end result. The art you create into it is not for publication, unless you share photos of it. The art journal of today is a way for anyone to play and experiment with mixed media art supplies. It can be a spill-it-all-out-onto-the-page, or a scribble-like-a-kid-cut-and-paste kind of thing. It's an artful way to gather what excites you: color, form, meaning.

Who is this course for?

This course is for EVERYONE! One of Sarah's mixed media mottos is: "Anyone can do this!" The only caveat: "You just have to be willing to learn."

If you're just getting started with art journaling, as so many people are right now, this course is an introduction to the basics of art journaling. But it's also an in-depth exploration of the many ways Sarah has created in her art journal.

From conquering the blank page to knowing what paints and pens work best in your art journal, you'll learn volumes that will allow you to create intuitively and joyfully.

If you're a mixed media maven, you'll get a new perspective on the creative process that will expand your art journal practice, as well as many different ideas for continued art journal play. 

What will I be learning in this course?

• The many different mixed media art supplies you can use in an art journal.
• Specific features of some important art journaling supplies
• How different art supplies work together
• Some fun and easy ways to conquer the blank page in your art journal
• A variety of how-to's for creating multi-layered, mixed media art journal pages
• How to go minimalist in your art journal
• Getting your pages to flow and be visually pleasing
• Supplies and tips for getting your writing/words to shine
• Ways to let go of perfection as you create
• More than 30 different ideas for adding words/writing to your art journal

How is this course different from other art journaling courses?

Most courses in art journaling provide lessons from multiple teachers with different styles. You create pages like their lesson pages.

In this course, Sarah provides an in-depth exploration of the many different ways she creates in art in her art journal. But your art will look like YOURS, not Sarah's. You can even apply many of the techniques to any mixed media art you create.

This course will show you how art journaling can be a process of experimenting with your art supplies and asking "what if?" as you create. It's a playful, intuitive style that Sarah embraces in order to get out of her head and connect with herself. Sarah's style is eclectic. She loves all of the different art supplies available to us in mixed media. Because of this, Sarah's art journal pages are all very different. So, even though she's the only teacher, you'll learn a bunch of fun ways to create in your art journal.

How do I access the lessons in this course?

Once you are enrolled, you automatically have an account with The Willa Workshops school on Teachable. You can access all of your Willa Workshops courses by going here.

Will I learn bookbinding in this course?

 It is not. Sarah works/plays in all types of journals. You will see how she creates in a blank, store-bought journal, an altered book journal, as well as lots of her own handmade junk journals.

If I have never done any mixed media art before, is this course appropriate for me?

Absolutely! Anyone can do this course no matter their experience level!

It is for you if you want to start art journaling and it is also for you if you want to expand your art journaling practice.

How many hours of video content are in this course?

Over 16 hours of instructional video are included in this course.

What is the cost of this course?

The price is $137 USD + tax.

Like all courses on Willa Workshops, you get gobsmacked with how much content is in the course for the $.

Willa Workshops Generic FAQs

• What is your refund policy?
• There are no refunds on online courses

• How long do I have access to this course if I purchase it?
• You will have “Lifetime” Access to all classes unless otherwise mentioned—"Lifetime" is relevant to the lifespan of the Willa Workshops business (I don't plan on leaving anytime soon!) or the longevity of the technology

• Does this class have subtitles/closed captioning?
• All classes should have English, Spanish, and French subtitles. Some classes may have more language options. Please contact me if you notice a video does not have closed captioning!

• How do I watch these classes?
• All Willa Workshops lesson content is prerecorded video. Once your purchase is complete, you will have instant access to the classroom, and are free to work through the content at your own pace
• You can access Teachable and watch the lessons in your browser (PC, Mac, Android) or the Teachable app for iOS (recommended for iPhone and iPad)

• Are the class videos downloadable?
• No, at least not available as local downloads to your device. The Teachable app for iOS may allow you to download lessons for offline playback.

• Can I share access to these courses with another person?
• No. One student per registration. This is an honor system that if violated will result in your removal from the course with no refund.

• Can I post images of what I create from these courses on social media?
• Please do! Always tag @willa.wanders and mention the course in your post description

• Can I sell the art projects that I learn to make in these courses?
• Yes! Please keep them for yourself, give them as a gift, or sell them.