June 17, 2010

Creative Thursday :: the e-course

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For everyone who wants to be more creative.

As I mentioned in my email I sent out early this morning, this is probably the e-course everyone thought I would teach?! Maybe, probably?

It’s makes perfect sense really because this course is inspired by how the story began for me over ten years ago now. Just one day a week set aside for creativity. 

As I’ve observed Creative Thursday unfold over all these years,  a few things have become crystal clear to me. One is that creativity is vital to a fulfilling life. Second is that so many of us are trying to find the time to make it a priority in our lives.

And this goes for those of us who create for personal pleasure as well as those of us who might be in business through our art. I know the timing of the launch of this e-course is inspired by where I’m at in my own life. As a business owner who’s work focuses on my art, even I want more time for creativity. I want to play, explore new mediums and be inspired by others who are doing the same. So, this time we are putting the business aside and for six weeks, beginning Creative Thursday, July 29 we are focusing solely on creating.

They say the teacher teaches most what they are wanting to learn. With all the e-courses I’ve taught this year both by myself and with  Sean, I’d say this is right on the money. I’ve been teaching what I want more of in my own life. It’s one of the reasons I explore new opportunities all the time ~ not only to keep it interesting and fun for you, but interesting, fun and challenging for me. I also want to note that I’ve been feeling a subtle shift in my mission with this business ~ a wanting to encourage, support and inspire creativity for yourselves. Since I’m still refining exactly what that looks like, I’ll just leave it there for now.

You know how I am now about being, living and doing it? Then you know that while we will talk about creativity and the role it plays in each of our lives, this course is first and foremost about the making of things.

You can learn more about it and register here. Check out the FAQ’s page,  or feel free to drop me an email with any questions you may have. 

I hope you will feel inspired to come play with us. I opened registration this morning and the course is steadily filling up. I believe in keeping these e-courses limited in size so that no one gets overwhelmed or lost in the shuffle. And also I want the chance to get to know each of you a little so that I can guide you in the direction you are most wanting to go. This means that it’s best to register early to save your space.

My first tagline for Creative Thursday was this, and today it still holds true: be free, be happy, be true ~ be creative everyday, especially Thursdays. And that’s just what we’re going to do. I think this e-course is going to be crazy fun.

Comments (10)

ready for 6 weeks of crazy fun.
You're amazing! I'm sure this is going to be an incredible 6 weeks (with you as a guide). Here's to Thursdays, creativity, making things happen, truth, and happiness!
I feel like you are a singer that just came out with her self-titled album. And usually that's the one in the very beginning. In this case, you are sort of going back to the beginning too!
This sounds so great Marisa! I heartily believe in this---this is becoming one of my missions too--to encourage other people to make time to be creative. Actually, this is one of the things that first drew me to your blog, and has kept me coming back---the inspiration and encouragement you share for living a beautiful creative life!
Kelvin, you are cracking me up over here. Leave it to me to do things backwards. This is my self-titled album :)
Thanks Nicole. This means a lot to me, to hear why you always take the time to come and visit me here. I wish you would come play with us. I'd love to see what you'd create every week!
I can't wait for this class and I'm just amazed at the timing of it. It feels so right for so many reasons. And I really loving and appreciating your enthusiasm!
what a great idea.. doing it with a group is so much more motivating. a friend of mine has been running 'crafternoons' with a group of workmates but as i don't live near i can't participate.. i hadn't thought about joining an online group.
Sooo excited to delve into this process with you once more! :)

Warmly,
Tania
Count me in! So excited to be taking another e-course with you Marisa!