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Enchanted – Soulful Eyes and Faces
Learn how to develop your own unique and recognizable style when painting eyes and faces so you can be loose and build a cohesive body of work.
Can You Relate To Any Of These?
And you wish for this…
- You trust your process and aren’t worried about getting it wrong.
- You’re productive and produce more so you can create a cohesive body of work and sell your art.
- You can sit down and get started, knowing what to paint and what ideas to follow.
- You let go of the outcome and enjoy being in the flow.
- You’ve the confidence to be loose and find your own unique style.
I’ve Been There!
For years I stopped painting. All of my artwork ended up in the basement or trash, so I thought, “What’s the point of making all this art?” I never thought anyone would want to see my work.
I went to college to study biology, but I couldn’t stay away from the art room. When I graduated, I went to work as an arts journalist, writing about the arts for newspapers and magazines. It took many different jobs as a journalist, photographer, graphic designer, floral designer, website developer and more before I finally realized the only thing I could put my heart into was being a full-time artist.
Then in the summer of 2009 I lost my job. It was the first job I ever really loved (as a landscaper). To heal my spirit, I went back to what I adored most as a child – cutting out outfits for characters and making up their stories. My sister-in-law gifted me with a few fabulous vintage wallpaper books, and I fell in love with the colors and patterns. I knew I had to do something with that gorgeous paper. And that’ s what started all of my whimsical paintings.
Painting has always been a healing process for me. Yet I struggled whenever I came to covering up the white space and knowing what to paint.
That’s Why I Created Enchanted
I want to take away the frustration from the painting process for you so that your questions are resolved, your process flows and you’re happy with the results, especially when painting eyes, faces and portraits.
I created this class with the main intention of sharing everything I do to create my eyes and faces – the specific colors, supplies, layers and techniques.
If you want to know how I paint my whimsical women, especially faces, this is the best class to take. The goal in this class is for you to learn just how I achieve my look so you can use that as a springboard in your own work.
This online course is more than a traditional painting experience. I’ve designed this course with an emphasis on developing your own style when painting faces; as well as watching video lessons, you’ll be inspired by different techniques, supplies and styles to help you be loose and develop your own artistic voice.
You can also ask questions and get feedback on your art within our private community at any time and I’ll respond.
In each class video I talk you through my entire creative process as I paint, sharing my frustrations and walking you through my mistakes to show how I fix them and bring a painting back to something I like, so you can overcome your own creative blocks, learn to let go and finish paintings you love.
So many videos and Juliette’s helpful commentary and guidance through the whole process. It really helped me loosen up while experimenting with many different media and techniques. Other classes I’ve taken just speed edit through the most important parts, while Juliette takes the time to explain what motivates her artistic process. That, for me, is the value of a class.
My tendency used to be to rip out the page and wad it up. Because of you, I am learning to not be so harsh on myself… to just keep building layers and see what emerges!
Juliette’s teaching style grabbed me from the beginning and I immediately felt like I could do this. I am proud to say I have been working steadily through the class completing the weekly projects AND I am now absolutely hooked on the painting process. I am feeling so much more confident about my art.
Juliette was wonderful at answering my questions right away. She gave me great tips for the times when I was feeling stuck, to move forward.
"This class changed my art life forever! One of the best classes I have ever taken. Juliette is so clear and easy to follow along. I never thought I would be able to paint an owl, or any animal. now I just paint them easily! I am forever grateful to this class, thank you Juliette!"
I am 64 and have always wanted to draw and paint. You show us all of the phases of the piece – the good, the bad, the ugly, and the finished wonderful face. Then we see the finished piece. Now when I struggle to get to the end of the process, I know that it’s okay to take a while to get there.
Juliette’s instruction is very clear and her painting is very inspirational.
Juliette does a great job of breaking down the elements so anyone can follow and create art they can be proud of. If you are a perfectionist like me and felt stuck when creating then you will definitely enjoy her courses. Once I saw the creative process broken down and how it morphs or changes I felt much more at ease. Paint is forgiving … and once I realized that, my artistic door was open-wide open!
Juliette provides a great combination of technique and inspiration, as well as a fun glimpse into her inner artist and what it is like to be an artist. It is also very nice to receive feedback directly from Juliette as well as the other students in the class.
Juliette’s classes are soul-filling! I WISH I could express how you have changed my vision and freed my mind.
Here’s What You’ll Get In This Class
Here’s What You’ll Learn To Paint Eyes & Faces
Overview
This class is the most comprehensive of all of my online courses. There’s over thirty mixed media projects and bonuses to help you paint faces in your own recognizable style so you can overcome creative blocks and build a cohesive collection of work.
In every video, you’ll learn the materials, colors and techniques I use to create eyes and faces. I’ll also show you how to create many portraits in under 15 minutes with just a few supplies so you can be productive even when you don’t have a lot of time.
The lessons are designed to make creating fun, relatable and completely un-intimidating. I also design my courses with busy people in mind, so it’s easy for you to focus on what you’d really like to learn when you have the time.
NOTE: If you’ve taken Imperfectly Perfect Painting, Painting From The Heart, Wild and Free or How To Paint A Girl, you’ve already completed some of these projects.
Week 1
Letting Go
The first step to learning to let go and paint faces in your own style is to learn a library of techniques you can make your own. Learn how to get started and stay focused, so you find and follow your unique strengths and vision.
You’ll also learn how to create:
*Watersoluble Pencil Paintings
*Inky Layers + Loosening Up
*Bonus – Painted PagesYou’ll have a clear idea of how to begin to develop your style and stay focused.
Week 2
Build Your Own Library of Feaures and Techniques
Integrate what you’ve already learned and love into new work, staying motivated and inspired, so you can get started as soon as you sit down to create, knowing what to paint, saving time and producing more art.
You’ll also learn how to:
*Paint A Woman With Big Eyes
*Let Your Colors + Background Be Inspiration
*Bonus – Using StencilsWeek 3
Overcoming Creative Blocks
It’s not always enough to know what to paint or how to get started. You’ve got to learn to follow your own inspirations without getting stuck and overwhelmed. You’ll have clarity around what to paint and how to overcome the ugly stage and other creative blocks.
You’ll also learn to:
*Paint a Face in 10 Minutes
*Paint A Woman With Closed Eyes
*Bonus – Adding Painted PagesWeek 4
Improve Your Craft
Once you’ve begun to gain confidence in your eyes and faces, you need to learn to refine your work. You’ll learn when a painting is finished and when to stop.
You’ll also learn to:
*Add Softness
*Bonus – Use Limited Colors
*Create Not So Painted On EyesWeek 5
Trust In The Process
Developing your style is a must if you want to be happy with your faces, but you also need to streamline your process so you can stay focused, motivated and finish art you love.
You’ll also learn to:
*Paint Soulful Flowers
*Cover Up Parts You Don’t LikeWeek 6
Finding Flow
Once you begin to trust your process and know what to do next, you’ll need to learn to loosen up and go with the flow. Then you’ll not just feel like you’re copying or doing techniques. Your eyes and faces will become a deeper expression of your unique creative vision and personal style.
You’ll also learn to:
*Add A Face With Paper
*Add Symbols + Untraditional Supplies
*Bonus – Play With Texture and ColorWeek 7
Covering Up Your Art
Knowing how to cover up a painting and when to stop can be big hurdles. You’ll learn to overcome the fear of covering it up and losing your work, so you never feel like you’re doing it wrong.
You’ll also learn more about:
*Intuitive Painting
*Bonus – Letting Go
*Creating Portraits With PersonalityWeek 8
Finish More Art
The key to creating paintings you love is developing your own style so you love what you create – once you’re painting in your own unique voice, there’s no question about what comes next. You’ll be more productive and have finished paintings you’re happy with and want to share with others.
You’ll also learn how to:
*Overcome the Ugly Stage
*Add Multiple Characters
*Know When A Painting FinishedWeek 9
Developing Your Faces Style
Knowing how to paint art you love is central to having a dependable creative process and style that works. It’s crucial to master techniques in your own style and stay inspired.
In this module, you’ll also learn to:
*Follow What You Love
*Bonus – Add More Layers
*Add Organic Layers + Soft FeaturesWeek 10
Get The Best Results
Whenever I get stuck I always return to having fun. But what does that mean to you? By the end of this module you’ll know just what you need to do to get the best results when you’re painting eyes and faces.
You’ll also learn to:
*Transform a Character You Don’t Like
*Bonus – Play More With Creativity
*Add Scene + Sparkle
*Take What You Love In New DirectionsExtra Bonuses
BONUS: Cheatsheets & Step by Step PDF Guides – (valued at $85) – As soon as you’ve registered, you’ll receive access to my favorite printable pdfs with simple step by step instructions for shading faces, drawing eyes and creating any whimsical character, so you can get started with confidence.
BONUS: How To Create Any Character Workshop – (valued at $150) – Learn my simple shape method so you know what to paint and how to get started.
BONUS: How To Draw Eyes Workshop – (valued at $75) – Learn my simple shapes template for creating eyes, which will become the heart and soul of your painting.
BONUS: The Very Best Top Coats Workshop – (valued at $75) – My 3-Step Top Coat process will help you protect your paintings from yellow-ing, fading and smudging! This includes details on what happens when your top coat goes wrong and what to do about it.
BONUS: Supply & Resource Lists – (valued at $300) – If you’ve ever spent hours trying to find the right colors and supplies, then you know how valuble this is. Especially when painting faces, eyes and portraits.
BONUS: Lifetime Access to the classroom and community – (valued at $1400) – get support and encouragement from our positive community – so you stay motivated and feel connected to other creative artists.
BONUS: Personalized Feedback, Guidance and Questions Answered by Juliette – (valued at $4700) – You can ask questions and get feedback and encouragement on your art within our private community at any time and I’ll respond. I don’t offer one-on-one coaching. This is exclusive feedback and support — to move past stuck points and get results.
Painting eyes and faces in a style that’s unique to you is an essential part of loving what you create. When you trust your process and know what inspirations to follow, you’ll save time and produce more finished art.
In this course, you’ll get ideas from different materials to try and so many jumping off points.
Having fun, learning to let go and not being afraid to cover up my paintings have now become essential to my creative process. I’ve fallen in love with mixed media painting and out of all of the painting techniques I’ve ever tried, the one thing I always return to is remembering to have fun with whatever it is I’m creating.
This brings joy into the process, which inevitably gets infused into your artwork and always makes anyone who sees it smile.
Juliette shares all she knows so that her students can start (or continue) their creative journey.
Juliette’s class has been a true catalyst for the artist within!
I’ve been working on developing my own style and exploring mixed media backgrounds. This class has taught me to trust in the process and when something doesn’t seem right you can just go over it and allow something new to emerge.
I have a long way to go until I am working as completely from my soul as Juliette works, but I am finally on that path.
Juliette shows how she works through creating a painting. What is especially great about this, besides the tips on technique, methods, and art materials, is that she shows how she goes through the ugly stages or the “this isn’t working” stages and pushes through. It is very inspirational (and comforting) to see a person who paints for a living also struggles with these issues.
Are You Ready To Paint Soulful Eyes & Faces?
It takes a lot of courage to develop your own style, especially when painting eyes and faces. It’s totally normal to feel overwhelmed and intimidated about following your dreams.
So many doubts come up and create roadblocks:
- If I could get past the ugly stage, I wouldn’t give up before I’ve really given it a chance. Then I’d be happy with my art, proud to finish paintings and see my style evolve over time.
- If I could turn off my inner critic, I’d feel more joy and freedom instead of worrying about getting it right.
- If I’d trust myself, I wouldn’t feel like I’m just copying.
- If I could create art consistently then my unique style would emerge and I’d improve my skills.
- If I had a style that was mine and original ideas, then I could sell my work.
I’ve had these same blocks.
These negative thoughts come up with every painting I create, especially when I reach an ugly stage.
But is it worth letting those fears keep you from creating and sharing your art (and heart) with the world?
When you imagine painting faces from a place of flow, how do you feel?
If you could just be loose and paint in your own style, what would change for you?
Art was the thing I loved to do growing up and in high school. But when I graduated college, I didn’t know how to sell my art or make money from being creative.
I felt like my creativity didn’t matter, so I stopped painting for more than ten years.
I’d thought it was too painful to create if I couldn’t do it all the time. But now I realize that not creating was what held me back and really crushed my spirit.
My hope is that in sharing my creative process, you feel more connected and supported as you create, so you can learn to let go and love what you paint.
With love and gratitude,
What Materials WIll I Need?
I’m a big believer that you don’t need a lot of expensive art supplies to paint. All you really need to get started are some basic drawing and painting supplies in your favorite colors like acrylic paints, a cheap set of Crayola watercolors, a pencil, brushes and something to paint on.
Over the years, I’ve experimented with layering all sorts of traditional and nontraditional art supplies – oil paintsticks, pastels, acrylics, inks, pencil, papers, pen and so many more… and I will be sharing all I’ve learned with you!
You’ll receive a full supply list once you register – with details on my favorite brands, colors, where to shop and more. With each project, I also share a detailed color and supply list and give you a good look at my painting table so you know just what materials I am using and why.
Video Sneak Peek
In the class videos, I talk you through my painting process, letting you know when I make mistakes and how I fix them, so you can be loose in your art, let go and finish a painting you love.
In this video sneak peek you’ll see how I begin a face that can be completed in under 10 minutes using just a few art supplies.
In this video preview you’ll see how I use collage materials along with mixed media supplies to make my character and background fit together.
In this painting preview, you’ll see how I create softness and shading in my eyes and faces, using layers of different art supplies to create depth and add character.
In this video sneak peek I share mixed media techniquess for creating a feather haired woman, using layers of oil paintsticks, watercolors, pastels, inks, acrylics, pencil, papers and pen. You’ll learn how to paint any face more freely, so you can easily let go and develop your own style.
In this video preview, you’ll see how I start eyes with just a few organic shapes, then add layers to define and soften my character’s face and features.
In this video sneak peek I share techniques for adding softness and style to your faces using all sorts of art supplies – soft pastel, ink, glitter, acrylics, papers and pen.
In this video preview, you’ll see one of my favorite ways to play and let go in the first layers on my painting. I’m working on aquabord and using acrylic and india inks.
In this video sneak peek I’ll be adding softness to my eyes and face using an antique white oil paintstick and titanium white soft pastel.
Your Investment
WHAT: Online Class
WHEN: Join the Wailtlist to get emailed when registration next opens.
PRICING: $427 / or 6 Monthly Payments of $79.
COMMUNITY: There’s a private facebook group for students to connect, share, support and learn from each other. All in an encouraging and friendly environment that you can enjoy right from home. If you’re not ready to share your own work, no worries. Once you’ve registered, you can just join and observe… it really is the perfect way to see what others are working on, having trouble with, and to inspire and be inspired by others in my painting classes.
FEEDBACK & SUPPORT: I am always available to answer your questions and provide feedback in our private Facebook Group. And I LOVE to see your work!
CLASSROOM ACCESS: This course is 100% online and you’ll have lifetime access, so you can access all of the content at any time, day or night.
Once you register, you’ll receive an email with the class log-in details. If you don’t find the email in your inbox after 48 hours, please contact [email protected]
Sorry, no refunds once you have paid for this course.
I appreciate learning techniques and applying them in my own way and Juliette’s style of teaching really facilitates this.
I had a fear of faces and now I can’t stop painting them.
Juliette provides a great combination of technique and inspiration, as well as a fun glimpse into her inner artist and what it is like to be an artist.
"Juliette shares every step of her creative process in an honest way. The videos are worth watching over and over. I am inspired to try so many new things!"
I always have trouble starting something because I’m never really sure what I want and I’m super intimidated to paint anything specific. It’s almost paralyzing, really. The background techniques really let me loosen up from expectation and just start, then take the next step, then the next and things start to appear rather organically. I LOVED that! I also enjoyed the feeling that nothing is sacred and you can just paint over it and keep pushing through until it really comes alive, and that it’s totally OK that it might not end up at all where you thought it would.
HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?
When is this course?
Join the waitlist to be first to know when registration next opens.
How long do I have access to the course?
This course is 100% online and you’ll have lifetime access, so you can access all of the content at any time, day or night.
I’ve never taken an online course. How does it work?
This is an online painting class. so everything is 100% online. Once you register, you will receive the login and password needed to access the class’s private website. The class website consists of a private blog (where lessons are posted in the form of text, videos and photos), and a private Facebook Group where students share their work, offer support and encouragement, and I give feedback and answer questions.
How Do I Sign up?
You can sign up by clicking the register button on this page to proceed with your payment. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to email me at [email protected]
What If I’ve taken one of your other online courses…will I still learn something new?
Absolutely! This course includes all new painting projects, so if you’ve already taken another class with me, this will take everything a lot further. If you’ve taken the mini courses Imperfectly Perfect Painting, Painting From The Heart, Wild and Free or How To Paint A Girl, you’ve already completed some of these projects.
Do I have to complete every project?
Not at all. I recommend going at your own pace and choosing the projects and techniques that you have the most fun with. That said, I put a lot of care into every project, so if you complete each one, I know you’ll learn even more and really develop your style.
Do I need to buy all of the supplies?
Not at all. I only have a few supplies and brands that I recommend in particular because I’ve found they work best together. You’ll only need an iphone, scanner, or camera if you want to share your work in the private Facebook Group.
Can I share the workshop site, info and videos with a friend?
Please keep in mind, I have really put all my heart into this workshop and I’d really appreciate it if you didn’t share the links with anyone who has not paid for the course.
Do I need to know how to paint, draw, or be artistic?
You don’t need any painting experience or expensive art supplies to take this class – all you really need are a few paints and brushes (your hands work just fine) and an openness to play. The lessons are designed to make creating fun, easy and completely un-intimidating. I also design my courses with busy people in mind, so it’s easy for you to focus on what you’d really like to learn when you have the time. Whether you haven’t painted since you were in kindergarten or if you’re an avid crafter or artist looking to learn new techniques, this class is for you. There’s a private Facebook Group for students to connect, share, support and learn from each other. All in an encouraging and friendly environment. I am always available to answer questions and provide feedback in our private Facebook Group.
Do I have to post my work to the private Facebook Group?
You definitely do not have to participate in the private Facebook Group. However, even if you’re not ready to share your own work, once you’ve registered, you can just join and observe… it really is the perfect way to see what others are working on, having trouble with, and to inspire and be inspired by others in my painting classes. This is a totally private, safe, positive and encouraging group. And I wouldn’t have it any other way!
Can I get additional critique from you?
Of course. I’ll be here to make comments and give feedback whenever you need while you’re in class.
What if I get behind?
Please don’t feel rushed. You have time to work at your own pace.
Can I share my work on my blog, FB page, Instagram, etc?
Absolutely! If you are posting artwork that has been inspired by my work or created in my classes, please tag @juliettecrane, mention me as an influence along with the class you’re taking (in the first part of your description) and it’s always nice when you also provide a link back to my website (https://www.juliettecrane.com). And if you do share your artwork, I’d love to know about it, so please tag me #juliettecrane
Can I give this course as a gift?
Of course. Just email me at [email protected]
Can I use my ipad?
Yes, all of the videos and lessons are ipad compatible.
Can I sell originals or reproductions of the work I create from this workshop?
I kindly ask that you use good judgement when doing so. If you take what you learn from what I share, be sure to add your personality and make it into your own. If you have questions about whether your artwork is created in your own style, please feel free to email me at [email protected]
If you’re selling originals or reproductions of something similar to one of my characters or class projects, please also mention my name and the class you’ve taken as your influences in your shop listing and/or on social media and include a link to juliettecrane.com.
Can I use the work I create from this workshop for publication or submissions?
I kindly ask that you use good judgement when doing so. If you take what you learn from what I share, be sure to add your personality and make it into your own.
If you are entering your work for publication or any other submission, please be sure you have infused the artwork with your own original ideas.
If you’re selling originals or reproductions of something similar to one of my characters or class projects, please also mention my name and the class you’ve taken as your influences in your shop listing and/or on social media and include a link to juliettecrane.com.
Are payment plans available?
Absolutely. When you click on the button to register, you will have the option to choose a payment plan.
I especially like the fact that you embrace when you make mistakes, when things are not working, and then explain your thought process when you fix them. I have discovered that when I teach like this in my classroom, my students are quicker to embrace their own mistakes and learn how to problem solve! Thank you for teaching in this way because it’s how I learn best…by fixing my mistakes!
This class has been the best experience ever! I love how Juliette teaches. I love that there are no hard & fast rules, and I love the fact that even scribbles look like art. The best thing about this course, is that I can share it with my 5 children (well, the baby is too little yet; but she loves to watch). I am a homeschooler, and my 3 girls & son cannot wait for our weekly “art classes” with Juliette.
Sometimes I get stuck and often I wonder how I can be sure to paint something really ugly and awkward. But that’s something I’ve learnd from you: to let go, LET IT BE, to relax and to be patient.
We love how you change your mind and give us the freedom to do the same! Plus, we get to see lots of works all in one which gives technique while allowing for courage and freedom at times of possible frustration!
Juliette was always welcoming and helpful, quickly answering questions and commenting on everyone’s work–very hands-on and involved.