2014 is Your Year for CREATIVITY!

Who will be the special someone to receive this unique Valentine gift?

Adorn two Mason jars with vintage-style imagery and Valentine themed embellishments. Join ShaDeeLa at The Queen’s Ink on February 7^th from 6-9 pm to create this memorable gift that you can fill to the brim with delight! Visit our Workshop Schedule page for additional details.

Realign Your Thoughts through Creativity

Uncap repetitive inner dialogue that hinders your happiness and self-expression as you create your Soul Affirmations Fabric Journal. ShaDeeLa will guide you through the steps of recognizing the power of positive thoughts and self-nurturing awareness.

We encourage you to bring along any iconic charms, pieces of jewelry, fabrics and threads to embellish and personalize your fabric journal. Visit the required supply list on our Workshop Schedule page so you can gear up!

The dates for this incredible workshop are:

-February 8^th at The Queen’s Ink, Savage, Maryland

-March 8^th at The Old Firehouse in Snow Hill, Maryland 

-March 22^nd at Artistic Artifacts in Alexandria, Virginia

...and they DID IT!

September's "I Can Do It" Workshop at Queen's Ink in Savage, Maryland gave us confirmation that artistic talent abounds in the hearts of those who BELIEVE. Students completed two small warm up paintings using a "negative space" technique and then moved on to a larger 16" x 20" still life painting of sunflowers. It was a fast moving class specifically designed to urge students to work spontaneously and not dwell on expectations. The results were phenomenal! Everyone left with three "ready to hang" paintings and a renewed feeling of confidence.  

A Time to Bloom....

sneak peek...

 colors sprouting...

and gardens...

growing.

What color is your garden?

Incorporate Mixed Media and Texture into Your Blooming Painting!

Dig through your paper collection, art tissues, stencils,

 paints, markers, pastels and pencils. 

Search for interesting objects to create texture 

and pattern with.

Build painted backgrounds along with

 layers of paper, stencils, 

drips and splatters.

Patiently allow your painting to evolve as you 

let go of your worries and expectations.

Explore nature and invite it to inspire you with its wonderful textures and color combinations.

Begin to create with your paint palette, shapes and textures 

of your own making.

Join us for our upcoming workshop

 A Time to Bloom. 

We’ll encourage you to 

loosen up, relax, honor your intuition 

and 

allow your creativity to emerge naturally and authentically.

See Workshop Schedule for further registration and class information.

Hidden Talents Discovered!

 ShaDeeLa's workshop on October 13th proved to be a positive affirmation for those students who may have doubted their artistic ability.

 

This purposely "fast paced" workshop didn't give them too much time to think and demonstrated that a direct and spontaneous approach results in a fresh and less "overworked" painting.
 

 

Layering techniques along with depth of field were emphasized. Students left with 3 warm ups and one larger "Fall Bouquet" painting.

 

 

 As we all stood back and admired everyone's accomplishments, we proudly said--

 We CAN do it!!!

 

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Take the Plunge and Push Past your Self-Imposed Limitations!

ShaDeeLa has two classes coming up that you don't want to miss. As children we were able to experience the sheer joy of creative expression with abandon. We painted, colored with crayons, played with clay and even made mud pies. We didn't care what other people thought and we did it because it fulfilled something within us. As we grew older, belief systems were formed and we began to stifle those creative urges out of fear. Fear of not conforming or being accepted. Many of us considered ourselves to be non-creative and that art and self expression was only for a chosen few. Little did we know that our inner artist still resides deep inside us and is waiting to be unleashed. "Fearless Painting" will allow you to explore and rediscover the joy of creative process without self judgment and limitations. "Journey into the Soul", a two day workshop takes you a little deeper by unlocking pent up energy that is held in the body. Gentle Yoga, breathing techniques, and music opens up the soul and allows energy to flow onto the canvas. No previous painting or yoga experience is required. Just come with an open mind and heart.

Visit our Workshop Schedule page to register for these workshops.

A Day of Nature Journaling With ShaDeeLa...

On Saturday, June 2nd, the ShaDeeLa team took "Nature Journaling" to a whole new level. The class, led by Dee, began with a sensory exercise. Each person had the opportunity to describe an object using all the senses while the rest of the class (with their eyes closed) had to guess what it was. A great exercise to sharpen the senses and hone in our descriptive language skills.

Participants brought in their own private collection of natural objects ranging from flowers to shells, feathers and bones. The class was guided through a series of "warm-up" exercises focusing on drawing techniques, hand lettering, color application and page layout.

In the center of the room a table filled with nature books, flowers, shells, insects and bird nests offered students all the reference they could possibly imagine.

Using the techniques they learned, students created the first page of their own personal Nature Journal. With an emphasis on "personal style", students were encouraged to explore their own unique way of expression. No "cookie cutter" images here!

Personalities blossomed as we witnessed the power of personal observation unfold onto the pages. It truly opened our eyes to the beauty of nature that we at times seem to take for granted, reminding us to

stop and take time to smell the roses.

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Weekend Warrior

The rug on my porch had seen

 better days…

It was screaming to be saved…

After much research…

not really, it all came down to do I dye it or do I paint it…

I decided to go with what I know best….

Paint!

Tape the outer edges and using a brush lay down the first coat of base color. 

Don’t worry about getting every nook and cranny.

Roll the second coat. Roll a third coat for extra coverage. 

 Let dry overnight.

Here comes the fun…

Tape out a design or use a stencil.

Paint the second color using the same techniques as the base coat. 

 Viola!

Couple of things to make your DIY project go smoothly— don’t paint on a windy day … make sure the forecast isn’t calling for rain… and use exterior semi-gloss paint, it will weather foot traffic, wine spills and mother nature.

Oh, What a Workshop...

Captured moments...

Layered colors...

Special memories created...

Written words...

Guidance by Dee...

A soulfilled day.

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Melt those Winter Blues away...

with an inspirational ShaDeeLa Workshop!

We are offering four great workshops in February and March at the Kent Island Federation of Arts (KIFA) studio. Located just one mile past the Chesapeake Bay Bridge in the lovely neighborhood of Stevensville, Maryland, the creative atmosphere at KIFA will warm your artistic spirit.

All skill levels are welcome. Early enrollment is encouraged due to limited class size. Call KIFA at 410.643.7424 and register today.

Tell them ShaDeeLa sent you!

Mixed Media Techniques Fit for a Queen

Saturday's Mixed Media Painting Discovery Workshop hosted by The Queen's Ink in Savage Mill, Maryland, proved to be yet another fabulous journey into self-expression and TRUST! Sharon set the tone initially by having everyone take a few mediative moments to let go of all their hassles and worries. She asked everyone to create the mindset that this class would be about trusting their intuition. Students were put to the test immediately as they quickly and decisively selected their paint palette consisting of three colors. It was apparent from the start that this group of women were willing to put their fears and self-doubt (about painting) aside and let their inner wisdom shine through. As each one of the 12 steps was revealed, the paintings began to take on a life of their own reflecting personal affirmations and colorful expression. Although this class was designed for artists with little or no painting experience, it was surely a testament that we all have the creative force within us that is just waiting to be released. And release it - they did! Everyone left with a "ready to hang" canvas while knowing confidently in their hearts that we are all "Queen of the Arts".

Building a Foundation...

Saturday's Mixed Media Painting Discovery Workshop was a great success and a valuable learning experience for all involved. Designed for budding artists with little or no painting experience, ShaDeeLa instructors guided them step by step on how to build a painting and trust that the end result would be a painting they would be proud to hang on their wall, students realized that this might require a leap of faith.

Based on 12 easy steps, students were able to witness the process of building a foundation and layering paint to create surface quality and focal point interest. It truly was a journey into self discovery and confidence. One student even described it as "art therapy".

As each painting unfolded and blossomed into it's final stage, it was clear that something special had happened during this class. Not only did students learn to trust their creative intuition, they confirmed to themselves that their hearts were able to open up into a beautiful expression of art.

For those who were unable attend this fabulous workshop and would like the opportunity to do so, please check our workshop page for additional Mixed Media Painting Discover Workshops.




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Friday Night Fun....

Wonderful Wine Glasses Workshop at Bishop's Stock

Sharon provides instructions...

First up, spring inspired cherry blossoms...

Georgia works on branches...

Margot adds blossoms.

Next, everyone gets creative....

Bonnie's olive inspired design...

Kim's flower power.

And, of course, you need something to put in the glasses...

can you guess what the workshop giveaway was?

Lucky winner Libera knows...

You are Cordially Invited to Opening Night...

New Work by Deborah Rolig

Bishop's Stock Fine Art & Fine Craft

Friday, May 6, 2011

5:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m.

We hope you to see you there!

Workshop change...

Due to unforeseen circumstance, this weekend's workshops have been postponed. The Wonderful Wine Glasses Workshop has been rescheduled for Friday, May 20, 2011. The Mixed Media Painting Discovery Workshop has been rescheduled for Saturday, May 21, 2011. If unable to attend the new schedule workshops, please contact Bishop Stock at 410-632-3555 for a refund. We are sorry for any inconvenience and look forward to seeing you in May.

Winter weather ...

A little snow and ice couldn't freeze the creativity at the Ocean City Art League.

Deb worked her magic teaching students techniques that made

their canvases come alive with layers of color and personal messages.

The end result? One-of-a-kind pieces of art that will serve as inspiration and a sweet reminder of a fun day!

For keeps

Saturday's workshop focused on making personal boxes for all those special treasures.

Beads made by a young child... a mother's costume jewelry... special verses...

These special tokens, combined with painting, decoupage and embossing turned a simple kraft box into a beautiful box with heartfelt memories...inside and out.