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Nature Propels my Artwork
Nature Propels my Artwork
Kathy LeaderApril 24, 2020artandnature, online art classes, mixed-media
Craving Creativity in the Solitude of Covid-19
Craving Creativity in the Solitude of Covid-19
Kathy LeaderApril 10, 2020art and healing, online art classes, meditative art, mindfulness, mixed media classes
How meditation heightens our creativity
How meditation heightens our creativity

Nothing quietens the mind more than meditation and creation…the artwork in the studio shows the openness to the art process that occurs when we can listen to the quiet voice inside…

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art, art classes, art workshops los angeles, collageKathy LeaderMarch 5, 2020art classes, art retreat, art workshop la
Confused about Composition in Abstract Art?
Confused about Composition in Abstract Art?

You will get a sneak peek into The Art Process Studio and the beautiful work that is created by my mixed media and collage students in Los Angeles.

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Kathy LeaderFebruary 26, 2020mixed_media_classes_losangeles, mixed media art workshops, mixed media classes, collage classes, abstract, intuitive painting
How I inspire my Mixed Media Art Students
How I inspire my Mixed Media Art Students
Kathy LeaderFebruary 3, 2020mixed_media, art classes, collage, art and healing, artandnatureComment
The Developmental Benefits of Art Making for young kids.
The Developmental Benefits of Art Making for young kids.
Kathy LeaderJanuary 14, 2020Comment
Sharing the benefits of silence in my art classes
Sharing the benefits of silence in my art classes

What do silence and creativity have in common? I have returned form a 5 day silent retreat in the snow and want to share my insights with you!

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art classes, artKathy LeaderJanuary 11, 2020mixed-media, collage, meditation, mindfulness, painting, art-classes, los angelesComment
Weekly Mixed Media and Collage Video to inspire you over the holidays
Weekly Mixed Media and Collage Video to inspire you over the holidays
Kathy LeaderDecember 26, 2019
Craft vs Art:  Turning Gelli Prints into Paintings
Craft vs Art: Turning Gelli Prints into Paintings

Using a crafty medium to create interesting abstract paintings!

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Kathy LeaderDecember 1, 2019mixed_media, mixed_media_classes_losangeles, collage classes, art_classes_los_angeles, art_retreatsComment
Creative Wellness and Mindful Mixed Media
Creative Wellness and Mindful Mixed Media

I do not throw my students into the ocean without a life vest. I inspire, guide and support your process through new techniques and ideas.

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Kathy LeaderOctober 26, 2019Comment
Where inspiration comes from and learning to see.
Where inspiration comes from and learning to see.

This blog is all about waking up to our surroundings, finding inspiration and making art.

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Kathy LeaderSeptember 26, 2019
Starting or Restarting your Creative Journey: Choosing Art classes; Workshops; or Retreats?
Starting or Restarting your Creative Journey: Choosing Art classes; Workshops; or Retreats?

Where do I begin to explore my creativity in Los Angeles? This will guide you through the pros of choosing weekly classes, day long workshops or art retreats.

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Kathy LeaderSeptember 1, 2019mixed media art los angeles, art classes, art classes los angeles, collage classes, art workshops los angeles, art and healing, art as therapy, art retreats california, art retreat
The Value of Art Retreats: 5 reasons to join our mixed media Ojai retreat Oct 26-27
The Value of Art Retreats: 5 reasons to join our mixed media Ojai retreat Oct 26-27
Kathy LeaderJune 23, 2019art, mixed media art workshops, mixed media classes los angeles, adult art classes, art retreats california, ojai artComment
Automatic Drawing and The Art Process
Automatic Drawing and The Art Process
art classes, art workshops los angeles, collage, mixed media art classesKathy LeaderApril 29, 2019mark making, art as therapy, the art processComment
Why Mixed Media Art Classes are great for Beginners’ Mind
Why Mixed Media Art Classes are great for Beginners’ Mind

Since I believe in everyone’s innate creative nature, I cannot teach what you already are yearning to express. My goal is to provide materials, inspiration, guidance and encouragement to support your creative expression. A coach is more of a guide or mentor who helps you find YOUR creative voice.

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Kathy LeaderMarch 17, 2019
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