I empower individuals to reclaim & explore their unique creative identity through a nourishing artistic habit that restores meaning & wonder to everyday life.
Is this you?
- I feel disconnected from my life.
- I am just doing what I need to get by.
- I feel like I have nothing fun to look forward to.
- I am tired, burned out and just plain bla.
- I don't know what to do when the world is just too much.
How about instead...
- I am here, present in my life.
- I am here, creating something unique to my experience.
- I am here, being authentically human.
- I am here, making a difference.
- I am here, offering my gifts to the world.
Hi, I'm Kristi
I believe that creativity and art-making belong to everyone!
However, we often lose touch with our own creative nature.
We tend to put creative activities last... if they make the list at all.
But there are so many ways creativity adds value to our lives, not the least of all is its FUN!
My MISSION is to help YOU reclaim & explore your unique creative identity through a nourishing artistic habit that restores meaning & wonder to everyday life.
My unique combination of skills allows me to meet you wherever you are on your creative journey.
I have 20 years experience as a college art instructor with expertise in both art studio & art history.
I am a writer with two published books about art theory & technique.
I've been a certified coach for 6 years with expertise in supporting effective life transformation.
I am a practicing artist for over 20 years with experience in showing, presenting, and selling.
I have done extensive research on play & creativity and am passionate about the positive benefits they have on your life!
I am a speaker presenting talks on Creativity.
Ready to RECAPTURE This Feeling?
Remember when there was nothing better than a blank sheet of paper & new crayons?
Remember when you trusted yourself to play & experiment and allowed yourself to have fun?
Remember when you were done, the feeling of satisfaction?
What is YOUR Creative Status?
Beginner
It's a new interest.
I'm ready to explore.
Not sure where to start.
Intermediate
It's been awhile.
I'm ready to start again.
Could use a refresh.
Advanced
I've been doing.
I'm ready for next steps.
Looking for professional advice.
I can help you at any level!
My experience has taught me that a fulfilling & sustainable creative practice requires 5 elements. I have created a SYSTEM that allows you to establish a nurturing artistic habit that will add deep value to your life.
Exploring Creativity: CURIOSITY
Identify what sparks your interest and never run out of ideas.
Creative Process: KNOWLEDGE
Identify what you know & what you need to learn & begin.
Mindful Creativity: INTENTION
Identify what you want out of your creative work.
Studio Practice: ROUTINE
Build a framework that works realisitcally with your life.
Artistic Voice: MEANING
Identify what your art means to you & what you want to express.
Exploring Creativity: CURIOSITY
Identify what sparks your interest.
This will keep you engaged and provide endless inspiration. You will never run out of ideas. Creative Process: KNOWLEDGE
Identify what you know & what you need to learn.
You don’t want long drawn-out courses or one-technique workshops. You need specific knowledge and skills that will directly support your art. I can provide that.
Mindful Creativity: INTENTION
Identify what you want out of your creative work.
Then discover how this experience will bring joy, wonder, and purpose to your life. No more feeling bla and disconnected, re-engage with your life.
Studio Practice: ROUTINE
Build a framework that works with your life.
While this experience will change your life, we will start small to build immediate success and grow into a practice that you look forward to and realistically fits in your schedule.
Artistic Voice: MEANING
Identify what this means to you & what you want to express.
This is about you and how you want to spend your time in this life. What do you have to communicate or share? How do you want to show up creatively?
MAKE ART
Add Creativity to Your Life
Coaching Program
You've started making but it's a bit inconsistent and you could use some support. I can help! MAKE ART is a completely customized program, designed to meet you where you're at and get you where you want to go!
Ta Da! See? You've Got This!
Questions? Let's chat and see how I can assist YOUR artistic journey!
I love Kristi! Not only did she stretch me by exposing me to art concepts that I might not have otherwise encountered and that now I really enjoy doing, but she worked with me and my particular skills and vision. She is an extremely knowledgeable artist and teacher, and I highly recommend her!"
This Could Be You!
