In Person & Virtual Art Classes and Workshops-SantaBarbara and Los Angeles

Abstract Mixed Media Collage Classes For Adults

The Art Process provides various opportunities for all levels from those who want to explore their creative voice for the first time to those more experienced creatives who would like our inspirational guidance.

UPCOMING ART EVENTS

Art students working in a bright studio and outside

Group Art Classes In Person
(Los Angeles & Santa Barbara County)

Los Angeles art classes

Santa Barbara County art classes

Our goal is to help YOU to uncover YOUR unique creative style through experimenting with various mixed media techniques and compositional tools. Like our many layered lives, our art process encourages layering which is achieved through painting, drawing, collage, printing and image transfers.

Our mixed media art classes help to develop creative self confidence by combining mindful, process oriented art making with the understanding of techniques and practices. Participants will come away with a deeper understanding of their own unique creative style while feeling a deep sense of connection, calm and inspiration.

You do not need to have previous experience, just a desire to bring more creativity and openness into your life. Our emphasis is on freeing our inner critic by working mindfully and intuitively with the nurturing support of artist and creativity coach, Kathy Leader.

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“Even though I’ve been a fine art painter since 2012, as well as spearheading a brand design office for 4 ½ decades, I decided I needed to jump start my creativity once again and took Kathy Leader’s “Mindful Mixed Media & Collage” workshop. There was a variety of levels for all the participants from beginners to seasoned professionals and everything in between in this ½ day workshop. I came in with a beginner’s mind and left with great value, inspiration, and freedom in the process. No matter what level you are as an artist OR if you’re someone who doesn’t think they’re an artist, Kathy will ignite your creative spark. I’ll definitely return.” ~ Stan E.

Private Lessons

Prefer to work on 1-on-1 with me? Reach out to inquire about private lessons.

Online Live Weekly Art Classes

6 week session: Fridays 1:00-2:30 pm

Need inspiration for your home practice? Feeling stuck, uninspired, unsupported, don’t know where to start? You’ve come to the right place!

It’s really difficult working alone. These weekly guided inspirational mixed media projects will support your art practice whether you have created art before or not. We often start with a short breathing meditation to remove those nasty inner critics and then we jump into a new fun technique or concept each week.

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Join our creative community

We have created a really supportive community of fellow creatives. My goal as a creative coach is to nurture and encourage your home practice. It is challenging to work in isolation, especially now. Through our weekly meetings, we have formed a support group that is inspirational. If you are feeling stuck, you will receive prompts to jumpstart your practice. If you are just beginning, this is a great way to get your toes wet and gain the calming meditative effects of the art process philosophy.

My Students are Saying:

Testimonials (Art Classes)

“Kathy is an amazing art instructor. She has such a calm manner about her and is great at putting students at ease, especially those who have never done art before. Her interest is in the process of creating, not so much the finished product. If you are looking to find your inner artist, Kathy is the one to help you along. I can’t recommend her enough!”

- Jacky

“You are one of the kindest, most supportive and inspiring people I have met in my life, and I am blessed to know you.
You have encouraged me to open up and be more trusting of myself with my art and your input and inspiration over the last couple of years has been immeasurable. ”

— Cristine G.

“At first, I was nervous about the transition from studio to Zoom, but she quickly developed an expertise in how to maximize Zoom for teaching, allowing us to both see her and what she is doing as she demonstrates each process and allows us the opportunity to share or ask questions.
I can’t recommend Kathy’s classes enough! They have done so much to relieve my quarantine depression, and I look forward to our weekly sessions of color and creation. ”

— Elya B.