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Warrior Women Art journal class.

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Resist. Persist.

Warrior women who fought fiercely for their beliefs; women who have resisted and persisted in the midst of horrors; women who have valiantly forged new paths for themselves, and for us…

This class is for all women, in camaraderie and sisterhood. * We are struggling to hold our heads above the raging storm as our rights, our bodily autonomy, are very citizenship is threatened. As I do – I turned to my art journal to process, and to draw inspiration from those who have gone before me and weathered their storms…

So over the next 12 weeks, travel through time with me, from the Ancient eras to the present day. Each lesson will highlight a handful of women; some more “active” fighters, others more “passive” yet all passionate and courageous and remarkable.

  • 6 lessons – 12 weeks. Lessons are emailed on Mondays – and include private video tutorials, and PDF’s of information, images, and inspiration. Your access to these videos does not expire! 
  • There will be a Facebook live demo each lesson: for  a chance to connect, have a Q& A session, see new techniques in progress. ( Recorded and posted in the FB group if you miss it) Dates TBA.
  • Schedule – START DATE March 31st. Last lesson June 9th.
  • Optional closing ZOOM call Monday June 23rd.  
  • Pricing: $80 – Invoices will be emailed via PayPal, and can be paid via credit card.  
  • Sign ups: Email me at Jen.davies.reazor@gmail.com to join! PLEASE USE THE EMAIL YOU PREFER FOR CLASS! Let me know whether you prefer an invoice or would like to pay me directly via PP/Venmo. (Or PM me if we are connected on social media) 

Questions:

  • Yes, this course is open to all ages, teen and up. ( There will be some light cursing and tough topics due to the subject matter. ie: violence to women, #metoo, rape, abortion…) 
  • Yes, this course welcomes all experience levels. No, you do NOT need to know how to draw. (See video) 
  • Supplies list – whatever you have? More info given at sign up! 
  • What if I miss a lesson? Pick up when you can, on current lesson. You can cycle back later on your time frame. 
  • Facebook group is OPTIONAL as we all have different social media limits. But I can best support and provide feedback if/when images/pages are shared with me. 

My YouTube channel has 2+ years worth of weekly art journaling videos if you would like a sampling of my materials, style, etc. These aren’t lessons I am teaching per se, but my own play and explorations on the page. 

PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME WITH ANY QUESTIONS! I LOOK FORWARD TO GETTING BACK TO THE PAGE – AND HOPE YOU WILL JOIN ME!

*While men are more than welcome to take this class, I ask that they do so with a willingness to listen and learn, since their experiences may vary greatly due to gender, the patriarchy, and “traditional” cultural norms.

Focus on Life – 52 photos. Catching up.

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Green

This week: Green Taken in the ceramics studio courtyard on a break from loading the big gas kiln. 

Hello everyone, 

Jenny here. I know I have been MIA. This weekend is the first in 2 months that I have been home without a show, or company. Posting on a Saturday would mean having it all done in advance… and you see how well that works for me. So this week I wanted to jump back in, catch up… I have posted many of these on Instagram, but I am not sure if many of the Focus on Life groups is there ( I know some of you are, Hello!)

Yes, the purpose of this year is to live and look mindfullly in the “now” during the week. And I have been for the most part. Its getting better now, summer, as my schedule is settling in: teaching “Clay Camp” and making things for Beadfest. So here is a glimpse. Thanks for your patience and understanding. 

Foodie

Foodie: I am a coffee snob, its so very true… 

Reminisce

Reminisce: Last weekend my 2 college roomates were here for our annual Girl’s Weekend. Alison summed it up best: ” Talk, eat, drink. Repeat.” It was wonderful to see them, and catch up – yet also feel like no time had passed. We have been friends for over 20 years…. 

 

Looking up

Looking up: This was a hard one. I was having trouble seeing interesting things. Until Oscar decided he wanted a snuggle as I was lying on the sofa… I also used the Percolator app on this one. 

 

Hope

Hope: What better symbol than the blossom about to burst open in all its natural glory? 

 

Hope to see you around more often! If you are on Instagram – look me up! ( I am jdaviesreazor over there!)

Have a lovely week everyone. 

PS. I still “owe” you typography… still looking. 

 

 

Year of the Dragon

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Gong Xi Fa Ca! Wishing you prosperity! ( In Mandarin Chinese)

Yes, technically Chinese New Year was celebrated on Monday the 23rd. But it does spread over  a 15 day period ringing in the new year – so I feel I am still in a timely manner. For the beginning of January I was home recovering from surgery, so this really marks my new year as I get back to work and look forward to what 2012 will bring. 

Dragon 2012

According to Chinese astrology, people born on the year of the dragon are said to be strong, self-assured, eccentric, intellectual, and passionate, among other things.


I have been hibernating. I decided when my surgery was scheduled that I would take the month of January off. By necessity – to heal. And as that process progressed – to hibernate. I will admit – it was a major surgery,a necessary one and  a smashing success, yet a tough road, one that I am glad is behind me. The timing has been perfect – to hole up in the house, warm under a blanket, sipping tea – and reading. I have been reading like it was my job… And as January comes to a close, I am ready to get back to work. I have shows to plan, applications to mail, designs to sketch, artwork to create. Healthy and rested – 2012 I am ready for you now!

I did devote a good bit of time to 2 projects over the last two weeks. I had the pleasure of collaborating with my friend Betsy Molina Motenson for a show at the Center of Creative Arts in Yorklyn, DE… and I am participating in the 2012 Sketchbook Project sponsored by the Art House Co-op. Look for details and images on those in the coming days…

For now, I wish you long life, and prosperity…(As I hear Spock in my head…) I eagerly await the adventures and experiences that this new year will bring. Hope you will follow along with me. 

New Year Dragon