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  1. Making Holiday Cards … Video

    October 12, 2014 by Administrator

    New Youtube video – Making Holiday Cards

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  2. Love my Gelli Plate!

    June 6, 2014 by Administrator

     

    After a big craft fail … (trying to make my own mono printing plate ) I bought a Gelli Plate.  Now I am hooked! I have had so much fun using stencils, stamps, sprays, paints and anything else I can find to make art using my Gelli Plate. Here are examples of background papers I have created.

    Check out http://www.gelliarts.com or look up Monoprinting with a Gelli Plate on YouTube for more information.

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  3. Art Journaling

    March 2, 2014 by Administrator

    Art Journal Review Video – Click Here      Art Journal Review

    Art Journal Review

    ART JOURNAL PAGES

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  4. New Video Blog Post

    February 23, 2014 by Administrator

    Celestiine Paints

    Check out my new video blog post.  I am showing more progress on my art journal and other tips and tricks.   I hope you enjoy this!

     New video blog posts….

     

    Art Journal Fun – part 2 a and b

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LEZ1eGUhLJk

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gP9JQo7kjV0

     

    Craft Fail (and success)

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2eOOGuGFRU

    http://www.celestinepaints.com/home

    http://www.celestinepaints.com/blog1

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  5. Celestine’s Art Journal …. WIP

    January 31, 2014 by Administrator

     

    I am new at Art Journaling.  I joined a group called Journal52 on Facebook.  They give you a new prompt each week to get you going on your art journal.  I am having so much fun (and I had extra time) I decided to make a video showing my work so far.  See it here.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wt8eVwk0xME

    My winter classes start February 11 and 12 at Foster Community Center.

    Register now.

    Foster Community Center

    200 N. Foster Street
    Lansing, MI 48912
    Phone: (517) 483-4233
    Fax: (517) 377-0179

    click here

    https://ecommerce.lansingmi.gov/wbwsc/webtrac.wsc/wbsplash.html?wbp=1

     

     

     

     

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  6. Face Painting is So Much FUN!

    October 22, 2013 by Administrator

    I have been face painting for community events and private parties for about 7 years now and I really enjoy it. I have found that the kids just love becoming various charactors and seeing themselves in a new way.

    Here are some tips I have learned:

    1. Always bring a mirror – but place the mirror so that the kids can only see your work once it is complete.

    2. Bring a sheet or book of your designs.  You can find ideas for designs on the Internet or in books.  Practice them and make them your own.

    3. Give the child a chance to choose their design but if the child cannot choose suggest a design to go with the clothes that they are wearing.

    4. Censor your design choices to include only designs appropriate for the event.  This is most important for church events.

    5. You may need to hold a child’s at the top of the head or the chin to steady them while you paint.  Ask the the child before you do and tell them why.

    6. If you can get a helper to watch over the line of children and assist the children as they choose a design, this will be very helpful.

    7.  Talk to the children about their design choice and customize colors when you can.

    8. Most importantly – have fun!

     

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  7. Fall…. Time for new classes!

    August 28, 2013 by Administrator

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  8. New Celestine Paints Classes – Fall 2013

    July 17, 2013 by Administrator

    What’s going on with Celestine Paints?

    Face Painting -

    I will face paint at multiple church picnics and other events during July and August.

    If you want to hire me to face paint at your community or  family event please call or email me.

    Art Classes -

    I am teaching painting again this fall at Lett’s Center and Foster Center (here in Lansing). I am also offering a new class which is Beginning Art and Painting. Please see the proposed class descriptions below.

    In addition I have enrolled in the Bua Art School.  This is an online Art School taught by the famous artist and University Instructor – Justin Bua.  I just started and I can see already I will learn a lot.

    Zentangle -

    I am excited about the new book The Beauty of Zentangle   by Suzanne McNeill CZT (Author) and Cindy Shepard CZT (Author) is coming out September 2013.

    The Beauty of Zentangle: Inspirational Examples from 137 Gifted Tangle Artists Worldwide [Paperback]

    I have one art piece in this new book.  I haven’t seen the completed book but I have seen artwork by many included artists. This book should be great.

     Greeting Card Sales -

    I will sell my art and original handmade greeting cards at the Allen Street Farmers Market  Wed. July 24th and Wed. August 28th.

    ONE STROKE PAINTING (CREATIVE ARTS)

     

     

     

     

     

    Fees:

    $40 per person plus $10 supply fee due 2nd week of class

    ONE STROKE PAINTING
    This course will teach the basics of One Stroke decorative painting created by Donna Dewberry. Using acrylic paints and special brushes a complete floral design will be painted together at each session. $10 material fee due week 2 for paints and surfaces used in class. Brushes required: Plaid – One Stroke Painting Starter Package ( No. 1059). Instructor: Celestine Hart, OSCI Level II, CZT. 5 sessions.

    Five weekly sessions

    Letts Community Center

         Tuesdays 5:30PM  11/12  through 12/10

    Foster Community Center

         Wednesdays  5:30PM 10/9 through 11/6

          

     

     

     

     


    NEW

    Beginning Art and PAINTING for Adults (CREATIVE ARTS)

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Fees:

    $40 per student, $10 supply fee due 2nd week of class

    Beginning Art and PAINTING
    Together student in this class will explore various creative art projects including painting, drawing, Zentangle ® and crafts. Each project will be at a beginner level but more advanced students are welcome to join this class also.  A new creative project will be completed at each session. Come join the fun and see how creative you can be!. $10 material fee due week 2 for supplies, paints and surfaces used in class.. Instructor: Celestine Hart, OSCI Level II, CZT. 5 sessions.

    Four weekly sessions

    Foster Community Center

         Wednesdays  5:30PM 11/13 through 12/11 ( no class 11/27)

          

     

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  9. What’s Happening with Celestine Paints?

    May 1, 2013 by Administrator

    Hello All,

    My One Stroke Painting classes continue.  I am looking for a location to offer additional painting and Zentangle classes. Let me know if you have suggestions.

    This summer I will take part in the Allen Street Farmers Market, City Market/Grand Art Market and the Lansing Juneteeth Celebration all in Lansing.

    I am also planning a garage sale for Friday, June 14th.  More info to come.

    Check my Facebook page to get up to date information. https://www.facebook.com/celestinehart

    Celestine

     

     

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  10. So, What is Zentangle?

    October 28, 2012 by Administrator

    Zentangle® is a method and  process of developing art while relaxing your mind.  Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas developed Zentangle.  You can find out more about their story by viewing Zentangle.com. I met Rick and Maria during the Certified Zentangle Teacher training I attended in September of this year.  Rick and Maria were very knowledgeable, professional and  genuine in their teaching.

    Over the last year, I have found that Zentangle has added to my life greatly.

    1. Zentangle is a simple inexpensive, quick and portable method of creating art.

    2. Zentangle allows me as the artist to relax, relieve stress and take my mind off of the problems of life.

    3. Learning and sharing Zentangle has allowed me to meet many great new people both through social media and in my community.

    4. Using Zentangle techniques combined with other art forms- such as painting, glass engraving, drawing, fabric art, etc, -has greatly enhanced and improved the art I create.

    5.  Zentangle gives me the great feeling of accomplishment and success.

    6.  My need create and to share the gift of Zentangle with others has re-energized my life.

    Yes,  Zentangle is just that great…. Give it a try!

     

    Zentangle®  is a hot new national creative craze. Wantabe artists are finding this craze fun and relaxing. Tanglers, as Zentangle artists call themselves, use this technique to create one-of-a-kind artistic works.

    The Zentangle® art form and method was created by Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas and is copyrighted. Zentangle® is a registered trademark of Zentangle, Inc. Learn more at zentangle.com.

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    Zentangle is a structured way of creating small, normally about 3” x 3”, black and white works of art using a fine line inking pen.  The supplies required are limited and very inexpensive.  Once the Zentangle technique is learned it may be applied to many other artistic or crafting projects including drawing, painting and scrap booking.The most important part of Zentangle is the creative process.  While using repeated simple marks to create very complex designs your mind and body is able to de-stress and relax. The beautiful finished product also does great things for the tanglers confidence and self esteem.  A student doesn’t have to worry if they can’t draw. The Zentangle step by step technique is for everyone, no matter the artistic talent or lack thereof.

    Classes include the Zentangle process, materials and basic “tangles”. Only one class will allow you to enjoy the basics this great hobby.

     

     

     

     

     

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