Living Our Dreams

New classes in collaboration with Carbondale Council on Arts and Humanities!

Visual Journaling 101
Saturday, February 14 and Sunday February 15
Time: 9-4pm
In collaboration with Carbondale Council on Arts and Humanities!  

Give yourself a Valentine! Sheri Gaynor, author of Creative Awakenings: Envisioning the Life of Your Dreams Through Art, will show you simple tools and techniques to create a beautiful art journal. Visual journaling is an entryway into our heart and mind.  You will use creative writing, paint, and collage to move beyond the written word and take the idea of journaling to new places. Take part in a journey of the imagination in a safe, supportive environment where there are no rules and anything goes. As with all Sheri's classes...no previous creative or artistic experience required, only a willingness to experiment and explore. Registration and a materials list are available through CCAH @ 970-963-1680.

 

Visual Journaling Beyond the Basics
Saturday, February 25 and Sunday, February 26th
Time: 9-4pm
In collaboration with Carbondale Council on Arts and Humanities!  

Sheri Gaynor, author of Creative Awakenings: Envisioning the Life of Your Dreams Through Art, will take you beyond the basics. You will learn new ways of layering the pages of your journal, using transparent glazes, personal photographs, photo transfers and other fun techniques.   Take part in a journey of the imagination in a safe, supportive environment where there are no rules and anything goes. As with all Sheri's classes...no previous creative or artistic experience required, only a willingness to experiment and explore. Registration and a materials list are available through CCAH @ 970-963-1680.

 

Relics and Reliquaries: An Exploration in Mixed Media and Plaster 
Sat, May 5, 2012, 9am – Sun, May 6, 2012, 4pm
Time: 9-4pm
In collaboration with Carbondale Council on Arts and Humanities! 

Join artist/author Sheri Gaynor, for a weekend of mixed media exploration. Using plaster, photo transfers, acrylic paint and other mediums, you will create a unique personal art piece, in the fashion of an ancient relic or reliquary (shrine). ake part in a journey of the imagination in a safe, supportive environment where there are no rules and anything goes. As with all Sheri's classes...no previous creative or artistic experience required, only a willingness to experiment and explore. Registration and a materials list are available through CCAH @ 970-963-1680

 

Connection...

© 2011 Sheri Gaynor. www.sherigaynor.com.  No use without express permission. 

Last week, Susan and I invited several local families to join us for an equine practice session to prepare for our demonstration event up at the Strang arena. 

Participants were asked to observe the horses in the arena and choose one they were most attracted to. The magic of this work continues to unfold and never ceases to amaze me. I witnessed my horse Annie-usually hesitant to approach-walk to the fence to greet our group. 

We then invited the families to break into groups to choose the horse they wanted to work with during our time together. Autumn chose Annie, or Annie chose Autumn, I'm not really sure which and it doesn't matter, because the quiet intelligence of their connection was beautiful to behold and truly a creative awakening.

Join us Saturday, Dec 3, noon-3pm,  at Strang Ranch for our Equine Therapy Demonstration. Dress in WARM layers and bring a chair. We'll have a fire, hot coco, handwarmers and fun activities for you and your family.

Thank you to our sponsors CCAH, Special Needs Moms for Moms, YouthZone and Windwalkers for their support of our event! 

Map to Strang Ranch. We'll be in the huge white arena at the top of the hill. 

11.11.11. an Evening of Creative Intention

First Friday's at The Spark-Featured Artist, Chloe Brand...age 13

Featured artist Chloe Brand, age 13

Artist Reception
Creative Spark Studio at the Third Street Center
Suite 15 in the Round Room
Friday, September 2, 2011
5:30-7:30pm

Wow is all I can say about this amazing young artist. This show is not to be missed. Chloe Brand, 13 years old, native to Carbondale explores house paint and spray paint on recycled wood.  Abstract Expressionism has morphed Mt. Sopris and created a murder mystery, demonstrated anti-gravity and what it feels like to be in a zoo.  Techniques of drip, splatter and swirl with a complex color scheme create depth to each piece.  

Chloe has been invited to join Supporting Women Artist Now (SWAN) as a young emerging artist, October 2011. This art exhibit marks Chloe’s first of many art shows.

Sacred Journeys on Horseback

 

Sacred Journey's with Horses
Last Friday's in May, June, July and August 2011
May 27th, June 24, July 29, August 26
4-7 Sunset Rides

Fee: $125.00
Pre-purchase of full package $350

Join Equine Specialist Susan Gibbs and artist/author Sheri Gaynor for Sacred Journey's with Horses. 

Experience the amazing power of horses to deepen your instinctive nature and reawaken joy. Horses meet us right where we are. As mirrors to our soul, they reveal to us what is waiting to be transformed.  Through horses and experiential activities you will the opportunity to ride off into the sunset and reclaim your wild intuitive nature. In doing so you will have the opportunity to deepen your instinctive nature, and connect to a renewed sense of what is possible for you. Snacks provided. Minimum requirement for participation...walk, trot level rider. 

Please contact Susan Gibbs with equine related questions. Download Sacred Journeys Packing List to SG Horses Ranch in Carbondale, CO

 

Pre-registration required of full payment.
NO REFUNDS FOR CANCELLATIONS. In case of rain, we will offer a rain date credit and reschedule date.

Sacred Journey's on Horseback

Single Friday Ride $125.00 Full Series of 4 Rides $350.00

Recycled Earth Day Totem

Rochelle and I collaborated with True Nature Healing Arts for an Earth Day Celebration. TNHA showed a provocative and beautiful film created by Dr. Will Evans. Most people in the room felt inspired by the film. I felt intense sorrow. I was happy I could move the energy into the expressive art activity we had planned for the evening. Trash into symbolic beauty.

In response to the film, Rochelle and I created an Earth Day Guerilla Art Totem with a little help from some of the participants from the event. The totem was made from trash collected at the studio for one week with some from the surrounding grounds at 3rd St. 

The inscription on the totem reads...Healing, Consciousness and Hope. 

Through the creative process, in one evening I moved from sorrow to inspiration...Art moves energy.

I'm inspired to review my life style and eating habits...Earth Day...Everyday...    

Need some HOPE? Download Applied Hope Letter by Amory Lovins, Cofounder of the Rocky Mountain Institute. Amory was featured in the film. 

 

Calling all Creative Souls…

I'm thrilled to announce...

I'll be a bonus speaker with some extraordinary creative SOULS! WOOO HOO!

Find out more by clicking this live link...

 

Artists, Right-Brainers, Renaissance Souls, Scanners, Pioneers, Visionaries, Maverick Creatives…

“Are You Frustrated, Can’t Seem to Get Clear, Carry Out a Plan and Bring Your Creative Ideas to Fruition?

You’re Not Alone…1000’s of Creative Souls are Seeking the Path of Creative Enlightenment. Are You One?” If so...click this link to join us!

 

 

Creative Spark Studio is Proud To Announce Our Latest

Community Collaboration!

Camp Bonedale! 

 June 7 - July 28, 2011

Registration Deadline for all Camp Bonedale Partners:

 May 20, 2011

For Full Descriptions and offerings,

please visit the Camp Bonedale summer programs page 

 

Look for Camp Bonedale listings in the Carbondale Rec Center Brochure! 

 

Camp Bonedale 2011 Partners

Access Roaring Fork

Carbondale Clay Center

Carbondale Center for Arts and Humanities

Carbondale Recreation Center

Creative Spark Studio

D & B Bike Adventures

Paris Athletic Gym

Please join us for this very special event...

Tomorrow, March 15, 5-7 at Valley View hospital !

Please join us for the opening reception of this compelling art exhibit.

The show features beautiful, original artwork from 10 local cancer survivors, created in the Spark's Art, Healing and Hope program. Art, Healing and Hope supports uses the creative process to support survivors in moving beyond the journey of cancer. 

 

Scenes from The Spark!

WOW! What a week! Here's some scenes from The Spark!

Family Playshop: Music Together and Art with Annie Flynn and Sheri Gaynor

All Ages Family Playshop: Soul Sessions Sunday with live drumming featuring Kip Hubbard and his tribe. Our very own Rochelle Norwood-art teacher extraordinare-led us through some african dance moves and grooves to get our creative juices flowing. Be sure to check out her upcoming classes. Rochelle is a gifted art instructor. 

 

Here's what's comin' up a The Spark! Please be sure to pre-register so we can give you a great experience and to avoid class cancellation. 

Thanks for your support! 

Sheri

EnVision DreamTime Monday

Sheri Gaynor

Monday, March 7
6:30p - 8p
Fee: $15
This class is eligible for 1 punch on your punch pass.
Pre-registration by Friday before class date to: Valery

Are you looking for a circle of support to help you take some bold steps toward your dreams? Creative Awakenings author, Sheri Gaynor, takes you on a journey using her EnVision DreamTime Art of Intention Process.

Painting by Diane Kenney Lilly Oncology and Creative Spark Studio are partnering to bring you an evening of... Art, Healing and Hope March 15 5pm - 7pm Valley View Hospital

Rochelle Norwood is back at The Spark with three new offerings, to ignite your creative spirit!

O N E: Before You Can Draw: for families every second Sunday, March 13, April 10 and May 8 Rochelle Norwood 9:30 - 11 am Fee: $45 Register with Valery Class Description: This is a class offering for families with babies to toddlers. It is a chance for adults to mingle and enjoy their children in a safe environment while doing art projects.

T W O: Get Your Paint On every third Sundays, March 20, April 17, May 15 Rochelle Norwood 10 am - 1 pm Fee: $75 Ages: Adults Register with Valery Class Description: If you like mixed media, texture, layers, movement, and painting this class is for you. If you want to create in the moment, get out of your box, and grow with your art, this class is for you. Supply List: What to paint on (think out of your box, go to thrift stores if you need to): Canvas flat wood, like ply-wood mirrors frames with the glass included old paintings furniture, wood is probably best. What to paint with: House paint (start collecting from friends, you will be surprised) Acrylics (cheap at walmart) Brushes of all shapes and sizes (also cheap at walmart) What to bring for inspiration (get a bag and put some inspiration inside): Sketchbook Magazines Clippings Books Photos Laptop Jewelry Found objects Lace

T H R E E: Spring Break with Rochelle at the Spark March 28, 29 & 30, 2011 Rochelle Norwood 9:30 am - 12:00 noon Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Middle School ages: grades 5-8 Fees on sliding scale: $30-60 for the 3 days Class Description: Rochelle is back and we're thrilled! Join Rochelle Norwood for three mornings of extensive painting projects for middle school children during spring break. The focus is on painting with different mindsets. Painting from what's in students' minds to what is on their minds, starting with free form exploration and moving towards capturing students' expression as artists. Each day will have a different goal. On the first day, students will paint from the heart to find their unique style. On the second day, the class will explore painting from an image, learn brush techniques and how to paint what we see. On the third day the students will create a final painting. Students will bring from home personal pictures or those from magazines as well as objects of inspiration. They may incorporate mixed media materials to paint on: wood, the glass in an old picture frame, or canvas. Supply List: Creative Spark Studio will provide paint, brushes, and paper the first day, and the children will be asked to bring other supplies that they have on hand at home. Register with Valery

   

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Creative Spark Studio Cancellation Policies:

Classes (1-4 hours): To cancel a class and receive a refund, notify us at least two weeks before the start date. If we are given the required two week notice we will refund your money, less $20 for administrative/registration costs. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made within two weeks of the start of the class.  You will receive your refund within 15 days of cancellation by mail.
 

Workshops (3+ hours): To cancel a workshop and receive a refund, notify us at least three weeks before the start date. If we are given the required three week notice we will refund your money, less $55 for administrative/registration costs. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made within three weeks of the start of the class. You will receive your refund within 15 days of cancellation by mail.