CelestinePaints.com Blog http://celestinepaints.com/blog1 All things painting, arts and crafts from Celestine Tue, 22 May 2012 02:52:24 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Level Up! http://celestinepaints.com/blog1/2012/05/21/level-up/ http://celestinepaints.com/blog1/2012/05/21/level-up/#comments Tue, 22 May 2012 02:40:13 +0000 Administrator http://celestinepaints.com/blog1/?p=940

I recently enrolled in  the Level II certification class for One Stroke painting.  I became a Level I One Stroke Certified Instructor (OSCI) in 2005. As many of you know One Stroke Painting was developed by Donna Dewberry and is a simplied method of learning to paint.

I have enjoyed One Stroke painting over the past few years.  I have used what I learned from One Stroke to help me branch out and learn other painting methods.

I attended the Level II certification class this month. I had a great instructor for my Level II certification class – Michelle James in Livonia Michigan.  She was wonderful and so patient.

I am very proud to report I passed and I am now a Level II, One Stroke Certified Instructor -OSCI.

 

 

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One Stroke Painting

Free

Demonstration and Lesson

6:00PM to 7:30PM  – Thursday, April 19, 2012

FOSTER COMMUNITY CENTER

200 North foster, Lansing, MI

Adults – and Teens 13 And over.

Space is limited.  Call (517) 484-2015 to reserve a seat.   Instructor: Celestine Hart

Come see what One Stroke Painting is all about.

 

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Here’s an update on what is happening with Celestine Paints.

 

I am working hard to gather all of my surplus art suppliesfor a GARAGE SALE.  This sale istentatively scheduled for June 8th and 9th.  I plan to have a great deal of arts and craftrelated items in my sale. More info to come.

 

Always more to learn….

I have attended some Zentangle classes and I am planning toattend more. During April and May I will be working to obtain the next level ofOne Stroke Painting certification. I am hoping this training will give me newideas to pass on in my classes.

My goal is to reach One-Stroke Elite Instructor status.

 

 

I am always looking for new ideas for classes. Let me knowif you have suggestions for future classes. Remember, I am available for painting parties and small group lessons.

 

Free – Free – Free

I am planning to offer a free demo One Stroke Painting classsoon.  I will let you know more as soonas I finalize a date and location.  Thiswill be a great opportunity to invite your friends to join the fun of OneStroke Painting.

 

 

I am all about social networking – so check me out on the WEB!

 

Penterest – Internet bulletin board

http://pinterest.com/celestinehart/

 

Facebook

http://www.facebook.com/celestinehart

 

Twitter – Internet message system

https://twitter.com/#!/celestinehart

 

Creating the Hive- Creative arts group

 

http://creatingthehive.com/celestinepaints

 

Celestine Paints Website

http://www.celestinepaints.com/home

 

 

Celestine Paints Blog

http://www.celestinepaints.com/blog1

 

Etsy – sales of handmade items

 

http://www.etsy.com/people/celestinehart?ref=si_pr

 

Imagekind  – sales ofart prints

http://celestineosci.imagekind.com/store/

 

 

Zazzle – sales of custom printed items

http://www.zazzle.com/celestinepaints

 

Celestine Paints

Celestine Hart, One Stroke Certified Instructor

517 484-2015

E mail: celestinehart@tds.net

– Celestine Hart

www.celestinepaints.com/home www.celestinepaints.com/blog1

celestinehart@tds.net <a href=”http://CELESTINEOSCI.imagekind.com”>Buy my art at Imagekind!</a>

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as often as you can.

Creativity is great for the mind and

the soul. If it is a painting, a craft, a

doodle or a home fix-up project -

share, post or display what you do.

 

Brag about your project and inspire

others to create something!

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This is a painting of my husband holding the Grand-babies.  To my surprise, he liked it!

]]> http://celestinepaints.com/blog1/2012/03/19/my-husband-likes-it/feed/ 0 Take a Creative Class – Lansing Parks and Recreation http://celestinepaints.com/blog1/2012/03/04/take-a-creative-class-lansing-parks-and-recreation/ http://celestinepaints.com/blog1/2012/03/04/take-a-creative-class-lansing-parks-and-recreation/#comments Mon, 05 Mar 2012 02:20:25 +0000 Administrator http://celestinepaints.com/blog1/?p=893 212576 – WATERCOLORWATERCOLOR (Adults)
Personalized for beginner and intermediate painters this class will have demonstrations and painting sessions in each class. Subjects and techniques will vary to produce 3-5 paintings within the 6 week period. Explore the fun and excitement of watercolor painting under the guidance of accomplished local artist, Richard O?Malley.
Activity#212576A $60/Res;$90Non-Res
1/10-2/14 Tue 6:30-8:30pm Foster Activity-Section Ages Dates Days Description Fees Location Notes Time 212576-A 18 years and Up 01/10/2012
to 02/14/2012 Tu WATERCOLOR $60/$90 FOSTER COMM. CENTER MapQuest Map 6:30P
to 8:30P 214501 – ONE-STROKE PAINTINGLetts Community Center 1220 W. Kalamazoo 483-4311
ONE-STROKE PAINTING (Adults)
This course will teach you the basics of One-Stroke decorative painting. The One-Stroke method of decorative painting was created by Donna Dewberry and has been seen on cable and public television. One-Stroke painting is an easy, fun method to paint on almost anything. A complete floral design will be painted together at each session. Beginners and others may join us in painting using basic strokes to make beautiful projects. Instructor: Celestine Hart. 5 sessions. No class Jan 18th.
Activity #214501A $40Res; $60/Non-Res
2/6-3/12 Mon 5:30-7:30 pm Letts Activity-Section Ages Dates Days Description Fees Location Notes Time 214501-A 18 years and Up 02/06/2012
to 03/12/2012 M ONE-STROKE PAINTING $40/$60 LETTS COMMUNITY CTR MapQuest Map 5:30P
to 7:30P 214502 – ADVANCED ONE STROKE PAINTINGADVANCED ONE STROKE PAINTING (Adults)
This course will further develop the skills and techniques you learned in the One-Stroke Painting class and use your imagination to apply your new found talents. Instructor: Celestine Hart. 5 sessions.
Activity #214502A $40Res; $60/Non-Res
3/19-4/16 Mon 5:30-7:30 pm Letts Activity-Section Ages Dates Days Description Fees Location Notes Time 214502-A 17 years and Up 03/19/2012
to 04/16/2012 M ADV ONE STROKE PAINT $40/$60 LETTS COMMUNITY CTR MapQuest Map 5:30P
to 7:30P 214505 – FABULOUS FAUX-METALLICS, TUSCAFABULOUS FAUX ? METALLICS, TUSCAN, CLASSIC
Save thousands and learn a faster, easier way to use paint to replicate Old World stone like walls and classic looks for a traditional theme. Learn how to add ?bling? to your metallics. Your instructor, a professional decorative painter with many years of experience, shows beginners some tricks of the trade, money saving tips, how to have perfect edges, and how to ?rescue? your wall. Bring a paint shirt. A materials fee of $33 is due to the instructor for the painting kit and DVD. Instructor: Diane Hasso. 1 session.
Activity #214505A $30/Res; $45/Non-Res
1/24 Tue 6-8:30 pm Letts Activity-Section Ages Dates Days Description Fees Location Notes Time 214505-A 18 years and Up 01/24/2012 Tu FABULOUS FAUX-METALL $30/$45 LETTS COMMUNITY CTR MapQuest Map 6:00P
to 8:30P 214505-B 18 years and Up 01/26/2012 Th FABULOUS FAUX-METALL $30/$45 LETTS COMMUNITY CTR MapQuest Map 6:00P
to 8:30P 250120 – UPHOLSTERYUPHOLSTERY (Adults)
Restore your old chair or small piece of furniture after completely dismantling it in class. Principles of upholstery can be learned on a small piece which will be applicable to a larger piece; suggested fabrics, colors and suitable patters will be addressed. No recliners, love seats or coaches please. Bring your project to the first class along with tools (tack hammer w/magnet, tack lifter, and pliers) and a sheet to cover your project. A detailed supply list will print on your receipt. Instructor: Harold Hough. 8 classes.
Activity #250120A $72/Res; $108/Non-Res
1/19-3/8 Thu 6-9pm Letts Activity-Section Ages Dates Days Description Fees Location Notes Time 250120-A 18 years and Up 01/19/2012
to 03/08/2012 Th UPHOLSTERY $72/$108 MILLER RD. COMM. CTR MapQuest Map 6:00P
to 9:00P 312542 – ZENTANGLE-INTRODo you Zentangle®? Zentangle® was developed by Maria Thomas, gifted calligrapher and water colorist and her husband, Rich Roberts, former monk and man of many skills. Zentangle® is a special art form made of simple strokes; each pattern can be reproduced by anyone ? even those who doubt their artistic talent. With instruction, patterns are learned and combined to make beautiful compositions. A $7 materials fee is due to the instructor at the first class to cover all supplies needed. Certified Zentangle® Instructor: Sheryl Lamar.. Activity-Section Ages Dates Days Description Fees Location Notes Time 312542-A 18 years and Up 04/18/2012 W INTRO TO ZENTANGLE $45/$67 FOSTER COMM. CENTER MapQuest Map 6:00P
to 8:00P 312542-B 18 years and Up 05/09/2012 W INTRO TO ZENTANGLE $45/$67 FOSTER COMM. CENTER MapQuest Map 1:00P
to 3:00P 312546 – ONE STROKE PAINTINGONE-STROKE PAINTING (Adults)
This course will teach you the basics of One-Stroke decorative painting. The One-Stroke method of decorative painting was created by Donna Dewberry and has been seen on cable and public television. One-Stroke painting is an easy, fun method to paint on almost anything. A complete floral design will be painted together at each session. Beginners and others may join us in painting using basic strokes to make beautiful projects. Instructor: Celestine Hart. 5 sessions.
Activity #312546A Activity-Section Ages Dates Days Description Fees Location Notes Time 312546-A 18 years and Up 03/28/2012
to 04/25/2012 W ONE STROKE PAINTING $40/$60 FOSTER COMM. CENTER MapQuest Map 5:30P
to 7:30P 312546-C 18 years and Up 05/02/2012
to 05/30/2012 W ONE STROKE PAINTING $0 FOSTER COMM. CENTER MapQuest Map 5:30P
to 7:30P 312546-D 13 years
to under 18 years 05/02/2012
to 05/30/2012 W ONE STROKE PAINTING $40/$45 FOSTER COMM. CENTER MapQuest Map 5:30P
to 7:30P 314502 – ADVANCE ON STROKE PAINTINGADVANCE ONE STROKE PAINTING (Ages 13-Adult)
This course will further develop the skills and techniques you learned in the One-Stroke Painting class. Instructor: Celestine Hart. 5 sessions. Activity-Section Ages Dates Days Description Fees Location Notes Time 314502-A 18 years and Up 05/01/2012
to 05/29/2012 Tu ADVANCE ONE STROKE $40/$60 LETTS COMMUNITY CTR MapQuest Map 5:30P
to 7:30P 314502-B 18 years and Up 05/01/2012
to 05/29/2012 Tu ADVANCE ONE STROKE $40/$45 LETTS COMMUNITY CTR MapQuest Map 5:30P
to 7:30P 350120 – UPHOLSTERYRestore your old chair or small piece of furniture after completely dismantling it in class. All principles of upholstery can be learned on a small piece which will be applicable to a larger piece. Suggested fabrics, colors, and suitable patterns will be discussed. No recliners, love seats or couches, please. Bring your project to the first class along with tools (tack hammer, tack lifter and needle nose pliers if you have them) and an old sheet to cover your piece.8 sessions. Instructor: Harold Hough. Activity-Section Ages Dates Days Description Fees Location Notes Time 350120-A 18 years and Up 04/05/2012
to 05/24/2012 Th UPHOLSTERY $72/$108 LETTS COMMUNITY CTR MapQuest Map 6:00P
to 9:00P 412542 – ZENTANGLE 201This class will build upon skills learned in the introduction course and give insight in to new strokes. This is a continuation of Introduction to Zentangle®, which is prerequisite for this class. A $7 materials fee is due to the instructor at the first class to cover all supplies needed. Certified Zentangle® Instructor: Sheryl Lamar. Activity-Section Ages Dates Days Description Fees Location Notes Time 412542-A 18 years and Up 07/25/2012 W ZENTANGLE 201 $45/$67 FOSTER COMM. CENTER MapQuest Map 6:00P
to 8:00P 412542-B 18 years and Up 08/08/2012 W ZENTANGLE 201 $45/$67 FOSTER COMM. CENTER MapQuest Map 1:00P
to 3:00P 412546 – ONE STROKE PAINTINGONE-STROKE PAINTING (Adults)
This course will teach you the basics of One-Stroke decorative painting. The One-Stroke method of decorative painting was created by Donna Dewberry and has been seen on cable and public television. One-Stroke painting is an easy, fun method to paint on almost anything. A complete floral design will be painted together at each session. Beginners and others may join us in painting using basic strokes to make beautiful projects. Instructor: Celestine Hart. 5 sessions.
Activity #412546A Activity-Section Ages Dates Days Description Fees Location Notes Time 412546-A Infant and Up 05/02/2012
to 05/30/2012 W ONE STROKE PAINTING $45/$60 FOSTER COMM. CENTER MapQuest Map 5:30P
to 7:30P 414501 – ONE-STROKE PAINTINGCome learn the basics of One-Stroke decorative painting. The One-Stroke method of decorative painting was created by Donna Dewberry and has been seen on cable and public television. One-Stroke painting is an easy, fun method to paint on almost anything. A complete floral design will be painted together at each session. Beginners and others may join us in painting using basic strokes to make beautiful projects. Instructor: Celestine Hart. NO CLASS 7/3 Activity-Section Ages Dates Days Description Fees Location Notes Time 414501-A 18 years and Up 06/12/2012
to 07/17/2012 Tu ONE-STROKE PAINTING $40/$60 LETTS COMMUNITY CTR MapQuest Map 5:30P
to 7:30P 414501-B 13 years
to under 18 years 06/12/2012
to 07/17/2012 Tu ONE-STROKE PAINTING $40/$45 LETTS COMMUNITY CTR MapQuest Map 5:30P
to 7:30P

 

MAIL IN REGISTRATION

Complete Registration Form and include credit card #, expiration date and signature, or check or money order payable to Lansing Parks and Recreation.  Please do not send cash.

Mail to any Registration Center (listed below)

Registrations will be processed daily by 4 pm

 

TELEPHONE REGISTRATION – Credit Card payments only!

Call any Fun Line, Monday-Friday, 8:30 am ? 5:00 pm.

Community Centers are open until 8:30 p.m.

TDD 483-4479 (for hearing impaired ONLY).

Register the entire family with one call!

 

REGISTER BY FAX – Credit Card payments only!

FAX Registration Form to Lansing Parks and Recreation, FAX # (517) 483-6062.

Processed daily by 4 pm

 

WALK IN REGISTRATIONS

Visit one of the friendly Parks & Recreation sites listed below to register for any program.

 

REGISTRATION CENTERS

Parks and Recreation Main Office       Foster Community Center
124 W. Michigan Avenue                        200 N. Foster Street
Lansing, MI 48933                                  Lansing, MI 48912
(517) 483-4277                                       Fun Line:(517) 483-4233

 

Gier Community Center                       Letts Community Center
2400 Hall Street                                     1220 W. Kalamazoo Street
Lansing, MI 48906                                  Lansing, MI 48915
Fun-line: (517) 483-4309                         Fun-Line: (517) 483-4305

 

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I haven’t posted in a while.  Not much new to report – yet.

Some bad news….. The Creation Station is closing.  The last day is Saturday Feb. 25. The Creation Station will certainly be missed!  I hear there is another similar recycling store about 60 miles from me.  Time for a road trip!

ToleTown.com is having an online garage sale starting March 1st.  Tole town members will offer garage sale items to the public. This is a great chance to get crafting and painting supplies. I am gathering some items from my stash to offer.  Check out http://www.toletown.com for more information.

I created the above tee shirt using a Sharpie marker for tangling. I used watered down fabric paint for shadows and highlights.  I will attend a Mandela Zentangle  class this weekend. I can’t wait to learn more.

 

 

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This weeks painting projects.

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http://lifestyle30.wordpress.com/2012/02/08/black-diy-interview-with-celestine-hart-of-celestine-paints/

 

 

]]> http://celestinepaints.com/blog1/2012/02/08/black-diy-news/feed/ 0 Recycle, Reuse and Save Money Creatively http://celestinepaints.com/blog1/2012/01/27/recycle-reuse-and-save-money-creatively/ http://celestinepaints.com/blog1/2012/01/27/recycle-reuse-and-save-money-creatively/#comments Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:17:47 +0000 Administrator http://celestinepaints.com/blog1/?p=874 For feel good bargain hunting in Lansing check out the Creation Station,  200 Museum Drive, Lansing, Michigan. The Creation Station is a non-profit volunteer group which takes donation of items from industry and individuals to be used by crafters, artists, teachers, scouts, churches and any other creative types. “A destination for people with imagination, a community outlet to reduce, reuse and recycle. ”

Creation Station shoppers recycle and reuse as they craft. The Creation Station shopper obtains great bargains while keeping  items out of the landfill.  One will routinely find many wonderful items at the Creation Station including beads, quilting fabric, yarns, paints and painting surfaces.  Most items are priced by the bag. Selected assorted items stuffed in a standard paper grocery bag are $6.00.

Sadly the Creation Station is only open on Thursdays and Saturdays.  It is staffed by volunteers so call ahead to double check the hours, call 517 371-2451. The Creation Station is definately worth the trip.

Less than $10.00

 

More Information

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