Orange Spiral Arts

2022 Live Zoom Art Play Dates and Learning Sessions NOW Open for Registration

2022 Live Zoom Art Play Dates and Learning Sessions

2022 Live Zoom Art Play Dates and Learning Sessions

Greetings and Happy New Year!

The 2022 Live Zoom Art Play Dates and Learning Sessions are now available for registration.

Here's how it works.

Register for one month at a time. Each session costs $15 USD. 

The Live Zoom Art Play Date and Learning Session will be recorded. You must give permission to be recorded on the live Zoom session.

Policy Note: There are no refunds if you are unable to attend a session.

There will be a Padlet page (sort of like a Pinterest board) with links to videos, artists, and inspiration related to each week's topic. So, even if you miss a live session, you still have a curated list of resources to turn to, as well as the Zoom recording.

Your registration confirmation will be emailed to you within 24-48 hours of payment.

IMPORTANT: BE SURE YOUR PAYPAL EMAIL ADDRESS IS YOUR CURRENT EMAIL, as this is how I will be communicating with you. 

Through email, I will send the supply lists for each session along with the Zoom session link.

January 2022 Sessions

Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at 11am CST-12pm CST

Activity: Vision Board Making

Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at 11am CST-12pm CST

Activity: Painting on Ledger Paper

Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at 11am CST-12pm CST

Activity: Paper Bead Making

Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at 11am CST to 12pm CST

Activity: Painting Concentric Circles

4 January sessions at $15 each = $60 USD

 

Policy Note: There are no refunds if you are unable to attend a session.

To see more of what's in store (i.e. February and March sessions), click here.

Sending Blessings and Happy New Year Wishes your way!

-Briana of Orange Spiral Arts

2022 Live Zoom Art Play Dates and Learning Sessions

Greetings and Happy New Year!

The 2022 Live Zoom Art Play Dates and Learning Sessions are now available for registration.

Here's how it works.

Register for one month at a time. Each session costs $15 USD. 

The Live Zoom Art Play Date and Learning Session will be recorded. You must give permission to be recorded on the live Zoom session.

Policy Note: There are no refunds if you are unable to attend a session.

There will be a Padlet page (sort of like a Pinterest board) with links to videos, artists, and inspiration related to each week's topic. So, even if you miss a live session, you still have a curated list of resources to turn to, as well as the Zoom recording.

Your registration confirmation will be emailed to you within 24-48 hours of payment.

IMPORTANT: BE SURE YOUR PAYPAL EMAIL ADDRESS IS YOUR CURRENT EMAIL, as this is how I will be communicating with you. 

Through email, I will send the supply lists for each session along with the Zoom session link.

January 2022 Sessions

Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at 11am CST-12pm CST

Activity: Vision Board Making

Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at 11am CST-12pm CST

Activity: Painting on Ledger Paper

Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at 11am CST-12pm CST

Activity: Paper Bead Making

Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at 11am CST to 12pm CST

Activity: Painting Concentric Circles

4 January sessions at $15 each = $60 USD

 

Policy Note: There are no refunds if you are unable to attend a session.

To see more of what's in store (i.e. February and March sessions), click here.

Sending Blessings and Happy New Year Wishes your way!

-Briana of Orange Spiral Arts

New Art for the Holidays and Other Updates

Greetings, Everyone,

I hope you are well and finding some peace and calm in the midst of your days.

I have been busy making art to sell in my OrangeSpiralArts Etsy shop! 

This is a new push for me, and so far, I am pleased with the response.

I created a series of Angel paintings. I have sold 3 of the 6.

Here are the ones that are remaining at the time of this writing.

From left to right:

Angel of Faith 

Angel of Forgiveness

Angel of Reason (SOLD)

Angel of Serenity

I also am working on a series of pinwheel collage art ornaments.

I have 8 Pinwheel Heart Ornaments available, and 4 more smaller ones in the works.

If you are subscriber to the Orange Spiral Arts newsletter, you have an email waiting for you with a discount code for FREE DOMESTIC SHIPPING Friday, Dec. 10-Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021.

(Look for my photo at the bottom or sidebar of this page and the words "Subscribe to our mailing list" to get yourself subscribed).

Another fun project I have been working on is making zines for the MN Visual Journal Collective 2021 zine swap.

I had a few extras, so I may list those in my OrangeSpiralArts Etsy shop soon.

On top of preparing art to sell, I have also been participating in the art challenge called CarveDecember. It's hosted by Julie Fei-Fan Balzer. The idea is to carve a stamp a day for the month of December. There are prompts, but I do my own thing.

Last, but not least, I will be offering more Live Zoom Art Play Dates and Learning Sessions in 2022. This fall and winter of 2021, we've been meeting on Tuesdays at 11am CST. If you have additional times and days of the week to suggest, I am all ears! I am deep in the planning stages of 2022 right now. 

 

 

 

Small Business Saturday 2021-Thank You Discount

Thank you to all previous, current, and future customers! I have almost everything in my OrangeSpiralArts Etsy shop for 25 % off, Nov. 27-28, 2021.

Thank you for shopping small this holiday season!

I appreciate your support and business so much!

Take good care out there! 

With Love,

Briana of Orange Spiral Arts

 

Live Zoom Art Play Dates and Learning Sessions-November 16-Dec. 7, 2021

Greetings, Everyone!

I am offering a 4-week session, starting November 16th, 2021 of the Live Zoom Art Play Dates and Learning Sessions! They are back by popular demand!

These sessions take place live via Zoom, so you can be in the comfort of your own space. (There is no recording.)

The dates and times are as follows:

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at 11am-12pm CST

Workshop = Artist Trading Cards (aka ATCs)

Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at 11am-12pm CST

Workshop = DIY Envelopes

 

Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at 11am-12pm CST

Workshop = Mail Art

 

Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at 11am-12pm CST

Workshop = Make Your Own Gift Wrap

The images above are examples to give you an idea of what is possible. What you create will depend upon your supplies and level of experimentation. 

No matter what, we are going to have fun creating together for one hour each week!

The cost for the 4 Live Zoom Art Play Dates and Learning Sessions is

$60 USD.

 

Policy Note: Due to the nature of being a solo small business owner, there are no refunds.

IMPORTANT: Be sure your PayPal email address is current, as that is how I will be sending you the Zoom links for class.

Upon payment, you can expect to receive a registration confirmation within 24-48 hours.

Through email, I will send the supply lists for each session along with the Zoom session link.

Here's what past participants are saying:

"I so enjoyed the Live Zoom Art Play Dates and Learning Sessions. I learned so much and I became more open and comfortable in my own abilities. It was great to see the same participants each time. Briana gives really good instructions and shares so many additional resources."

 

"I always learn so much from Briana. Her passion is infectious and it always inspires me! Her classes are also engaging and fun and always a no pressure just play environment."

 

"I highly recommend the Live Zoom Art Play Dates with Briana. Tuesdays are my favorite day of the week! Briana makes it fun, and I learned so much each week. Also, I enjoy working with the other participants and sharing."

 

"Briana'a weekly Zoom Art Play Dates have been a highlight of my weeks. I've learned so many new techniques and had a lot of fun! Briana's focus on the process rather than the outcome is so supportive . . . . really frees me up to just dive right in."

 

4 weeks, Tuesdays at 11am CST, November 16-December 7, 2021

$60 USD

 

 

Policy Note: Due to the nature of being a solo small business owner, there are no refunds.

IMPORTANT: Be sure your PayPal email address is current, as that is how I will be sending you the Zoom links for class.

Upon payment, you can expect to receive a registration confirmation within 24-48 hours.

Through email, I will send the supply lists for each session along with the Zoom session link.

Live Zoom Art Play Dates and Learning Sessions-Fall 2021

2021 Live Zoom Art Play Dates and Learning Sessions

Greetings, Everyone!

My name is Briana, and I am a mixed media artist and teacher.

I am excited to announce that this fall, I am hosting an 8-week session of LIVE Zoom classes.

Each class is only 1 hour, which is a wonderful amount of time to squeeze into your busy life.

Class takes place Live on Zoom- Tuesdays, beginning Sept. 14, 2021 at 11am-12pm CST. 

The 8-week session continues through Tuesday, November 2nd, 2021, 11am-12pm CST.

These sessions are NOT recorded. My hope is that will be motivation to join the Live session, so you can get the most out of each class, while connecting with other human beings.

After registration, you will receive an email with the Zoom link, and all suggested supplies to gather for each session.

Policy Note: Due to the nature of running a small business as a solopreneur there will be no refunds.

Schedule--Mark Your Calendars

September 14, 2021-Watercolor Pattern Painting

September 21, 2021-Gelli Printing 

September 28, 2021-Collaged Cairn Cards

October 5, 2021-Using Stencils

October 12, 2021-Rubber Stamping

October 19, 2021-Liquid Watercolor Mandalas

October 26, 2021-Simple Printmaking with Water-soluble Markers

November 2, 2021-Stamp Carving

Benefits to You

I have so much to share with you, and here is a list of benefits you'll receive for participating in these Live Zoom Art Play and Learning Sessions:

• develop a creative art practice
• have FUN!
• connect with other creatives
• learn new mixed media art techniques
• get inspired from the lessons and from the other participants
• further develop your art skills
• stress reduction
• heart and spirit uplift
• time for yourself aka self-care

Payment

Each session costs $15 USD or SAVE $40 when you bundle all 8 sessions for only $80 USD.

You can sign up for the sessions that work best for your interest and schedule, or sign up for all 8 sessions and SAVE $40. If you'd like to be a generous supporter and pay full price for all 8 sessions, that'd be wonderful, too!

Live Zoom Art Play Dates and Learning Sessions

Single Session - 15.00 USDAll 8 Sessions Deal - 80.00 USDGenerous Supporter-Full Price for 8 Sessions - 120.00 USD

If you sign up for individual sessions, be sure to let me know which session you are registering for, so I can send you the correct email. You can send this information to me via email (OrangeSpiralArts (at) gmail (dot) com), or in the Note to Seller section.

IMPORTANT: PLEASE BE SURE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS IS CURRENT WITH YOUR PAYPAL ACCOUNT. EMAIL IS HOW I WILL BE COMMUNICATING WITH YOU ABOUT THE CLASS.

 

Sample Images

I must tell you that my artistic style is loose and free. I prefer the look of imperfect art and making art that is imperfect lights up my soul!

When you sign up to work with me, you will surround yourself with love and color!

Sample for September 28, 2021-Collaged Cairn Cards 

Sample for November 2, 2021-Stamp Carving 

Playing with rubber stamps is oh so fun!

These Live Zoom Art Play Dates and Learning Sessions are going to be so nourishing for you.

I have done several for my own self-care, and it feels so good to honor thy self.

I hope to see you soon!

With Gratitude and Kindness,

Briana of Orange Spiral Arts

 

Amazing Art Sale Happening on Sunday, August 15, 2021

Hi All,

I am releasing 70 original works of art in my OrangeSpiralArts Etsy shop.

 

The big reveal happens early Sunday, August 15, 2021, about 5am CST.

Tell your friends! Come take a look to see if anything sings to your soul.

I would be so grateful and honored to have my original art belong to you!

Sending blessings your way!

-Briana of Orange Spiral Arts

Little Handmade Watercolor Journal Flip Through Video

Hello, hello, to wonderful you!

I hope you are safe, and doing well.

I've got a journal flip video to share with you today.

I just recently finished this little watercolor journal, handmade by Emily of Fineberg Art Studio.

I hope you gain some inspiration from this wee little video.

I am really into watercolor, gouache, and ink lately. How about you? What are your go to supplies these days?

Let me know in the comments of this post, or reply via email.

I am working on some new offerings, which will likely be related to the above listed supplies. I am excited about this!!!! With Distance Learning this past year for my son, my time to create videos for online classes has been slim.

I am also thinking about offering some Live Zoom sessions. You can think of them as adult play dates with art supplies, or hangouts, or simply time to connect with other people!

If you'd like to keep informed about upcoming classes and events, be sure to sign up for the Orange Spiral Arts newsletter. On the sidebar of my site, look for my smiling face and enter your email address in the box! Thanks so much for your interest!

Thank you for being here.

You and your creativity matter!

-Briana of Orange Spiral Arts

 

Carve December 2020-31 Days of Hand Carved Stamps

Welcome! Thank you for visiting Orange Spiral Arts.

First of all, how are you doing? 2021 has already had a rough start. I am thinking of you. Give yourself a great big hug right now from me to you.

Carve December

Do you like to create or look at hand-carved stamps? 

I have a video to share with you. It features the stamps I carved for the 31 days of December 2020. This is an art challenge that is hosted by Julie Fei-Fan Balzer on Instagram. The hashtag to look up on Instagram is #carvedecember or #carvedecember2020.

I have a bunch of photos of my hand-carved stamps, too. Those may end up in a different post.

For now, I have this little video I made for you. I hope you enjoy it! Thanks in advance for watching. : )

Carve December 2020 Video by Orange Spiral Arts

In the interest of time, that's all I've got for today.

I hope you found some inspiration even though this is short. I am trying to post more often, and so short and sweet it is!

May you be safe and well. I am sending good energy out to you now!

Thank you for your support!

-Briana

December 2020 Art Inspiration and 2021 MN Visual Journal Collective Information

Greetings, Everyone!

What a wild ride we've been on this year.

I have neglected my blog, as my focus has mostly been on family. However, I have been making some art in the spaces in between.

Above are a bunch of postcards that I mailed out for the participants of the MN Visual Journal Collective who signed up for Postcard Swap Round 4. These cards were a lot of work, yet also quite fun and rewarding to create and send off.

Speaking of the MN Visual Journal Collective, Molly (co-facilitator of the MN Visual Journal Collective) and I have planned out the 2021 schedule. If you'd like more information, visit my page all about the MN Visual Journal Collective.

I also have a couple of random photos to share with you.

First up, here are some colorful stripes I learned how to create in Tammy Garcia's online class Groovy Grunge. I am so happy I signed up for this class. I just love Tammy's ideas, use of color, and plain explanations for how to create . . . well, everything she shares.

Finally, I have been working on an art challenge this month called Carve December. It is hosted by Julie Fei-Fan Balzer, and it mostly happens on Instagram with the hashtag #carvedecember or #carvedecember2020.

In early January, I will be sharing a post all about the stamps I carved. For now, if you are on Instagram, I invite you to take a look at my OrangeSpiralArts feed. 

Since I have been way into hand-carved stamps this month, I decided to alphabetize and use a very special set I have been coveting. 

Read the letter to understand what they are all about.

I wrote a little story on Instagram that I will share here, too.

I am so grateful to my mom for sharing her creative energy with me. She is trained as a fine artist, and I am an expressive, abstract artist. Yet, we can still share some of the same supplies, as we both love mixed media, collage, fiber, and printmaking.
A while ago, my mom gave me her set of hand-carved alphabet stamps. I don’t think I used them until today. One thing the global pandemic is teaching me is to use your art supplies, and make/do things you enjoy.

I am sending good energy and love out to you all. Thanks for reading a piece of my art story. 

 

Thanks for reading this post. I miss you all.

Many Blessings and Gratitude to you,

Briana

2020 Handmade Holidays Buyer's Guide

Greetings, Everyone!

Some of you may know that I co-facilitate a monthly visual journaling group here in Minnesota, USA. 

Below is information on how to support members of our group this holiday season. Thanks so much for considering to support our small businesses. 

Kind Regards,

Briana of Orange Spiral Arts

 

 

Welcome to the 2020 Handmade Holiday Buyer’s Guide!

2020 has been a year of unprecedented challenges, unfathomable circumstances and, at times, surreal situations. But, during this difficult time as we have been forced to keep our distance from each other, we have overcome the obstacles, called upon our creativity and found new ways to come together. And the members of the MN Visual Journal Collective are no exception.

Formed over 10 years ago by founder Roz Stendahl, the MN Visual Journal Collective has met monthly in person to share art journaling ideas, creative inspiration, supplies and support. When the country shut down this spring, those in-person meetings were put on hold, but the group’s creativity and love for each other were not. Meetings shifted to Zoom, sharing of ideas and support were posted to Facebook and the group has kept in touch through a monthly postcard project.

Many of the artists in this group have been struggling to find ways to support their artistic businesses in a world that has been forced to move to a virtual marketplace. But one thing we have never struggled to do is come together in support of each other. In 2019, members Molly Anthony and Jenny Maroney created this buyer’s guide as a way to showcase
the work of their collective artistic communities worldwide. But this year, they knew it had a much larger purpose much closer to home. This year, the Handmade Holiday Buyer’s Guide features only the work of local Minnesota artists who are members of the MN Visual Journal Collective. Instead of simply making a list of these artists, we wanted to build a guide that would showcase their amazing work and also provide all the ways
to connect with each artist so that you can both share and purchase
their work.

When you purchase from these artists, you aren’t just receiving beautiful handmade items delivered with love, you are also supporting an independent artist, making dreams come true and are making someone do a happy dance – seriously, you may not see them, but a happy dance comes with each purchase! We hope you enjoy the Handmade holiday Buyer’s Guide and we all thank you from the bottom of our hearts for buying handmade this holiday season!

Molly & Jenny and the members of the MN Visual Journal Collective

2020 Handmade Holiday Buyer's Guide download

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