Mixed media incorporates paint, drawing, printing and collage. It can be overwhelming! In this course, you will create a catalog of techniques for altering papers that you will use to create various types of small compositions. You will be taken step by step through my tried and true process leaving you feeling inspired, confident and ready to jump into larger pieces.

This course is perfect for ongoing study as well as beginners who are curious about the process.

Collage is great for beginner or experienced creatives. All materials will be provided and prompts will be given in order to inspire your process! La Lieff winery is a women owned tasting room in the fun Funk Zone of Santa Barbara. Parking on nearby streets available. The awesome wines by the glass/bottle available to purchase or get a flight to try!

This half day workshop is an inspiring way to reconnect with your creative spirit surrounded by a supportive creative community and guided into the art process with Kathy Leader, creative coach. The day consists of self reflection, intention setting, freeform abstract painting and mixed media techniques. This workshop is appropriate for all levels. If you are a beginner and do not have any materials, we can provide them for you. Each workshop is designed around a particular concept or technique. This month the focus is on using Gelli prints with botanicals. We will make gorgeous prints to use in collage work.

This is a nourishing, calming, creative workshop with no previous experience required!

Beginning with a guided mindfulness meditation, you will be taken on a creative journey with a slow, meditative art project that is designed to access your intuitive creative voice. 

When you are able to calm down the brain chatter and quieten the inner critic, the conditions are set up for free personal expression. 

The Art Process method is designed for ALL levels (beginners included). You do not have to have any prior experience, just a sense of curiosity about the art process.

 All materials will be provided.

Explore the wonderful world of gelli plate printing with plant materials.. Take home beautiful prints and gift wrap for the holidays.

PLEASE NOTE: PST time! TIME ZONE CALCULATOR

Feeling stuck or don’t know where to begin?

These one hour live online sessions are designed carefully to allow you to express yourself in an authentic way. You will be given various prompts using different materials. The goal is to move your experience from your head to the paper in a way that feels soothing and enlightening. Mixed media incorporates paint, drawing, printing and collage. A simple materials list will be given out before the class.

This course is perfect for ongoing study as well as beginners who are curious about the process.

PLEASE NOTE: PST time! TIME ZONE CALCULATOR

Feeling overwhelmed?

Let’s gather for an hour in a nurturing creative space for healing and support. The goal is to move your experience from your head to the paper in a way that feels soothing and enlightening. Bring paper/journal/pens/color, whatever you would like to work with.

PLEASE NOTE: PST time! TIME ZONE CALCULATOR

Feeling stuck or don’t know where to begin?

These one hour live online sessions are designed carefully to allow you to express yourself in an authentic way. You will be given various prompts using different materials. The goal is to move your experience from your head to the paper in a way that feels soothing and enlightening. Mixed media incorporates paint, drawing, printing and collage. A simple materials list will be given out before the class.

This course is perfect for ongoing study as well as beginners who are curious about the process.

This one day “mini retreat” is an inspiring way to reconnect with your creative spirit surrounded by a supportive creative community and guided into the art process with Kathy Leader, creative coach. The day consists of self reflection, intention setting, freeform abstract painting and mixed media techniques. This workshop is appropriate for all levels. If you are a beginner and do not have any materials, we can provide them for you. Each workshop is designed around a particular concept or technique. The goal is to leave feeling replenished and inspired to continue your home practice!

Come and experience a mindful creativity workshop to help HR leaders alleviate burn-out and experience how her art process sparks creative thinking and wellness to bring to their workplaces. Light appetizers and beverages provided.

SBHRA members $10; Non-members $25. We can have up to 40 people attend.

Workzones 351 Paseo Nuevo

Gelli Plate Printing is one of the most satisfying techniques for making beautiful mono prints without a press. In this 3 hour workshop, we will explore various papers, layering techniques and what to do with those gorgeous papers that you make. This is perfect for anyone interested in learning this process or those who want to further their practice.Please purchase any size gel plate as a requirement for this class. ALL levels are welcome!

Access your intuitive creative voice through guided meditations, journaling and mixed media art projects. Retreat in the hills of Santa Barbara at The Empathy Center. We will start with some nature connection meditation and then move into a beautiful contemplative guided mixed media and collage art process. This way into the creative process is deeply nourishing, inspiring and healing. You do NOT have to have any art experience to gain the benefits. Just a desire to come with you whole self to a like minded community.

This one day “mini retreat” is an inspiring way to reconnect with your creative spirit surrounded by a supportive creative community and guided into the art process with Kathy Leader, creative coach. The day consists of self reflection, intention setting, freeform abstract painting and mixed media techniques. This workshop is appropriate for all levels. If you are a beginner and do not have any materials, we can provide them for you. Each workshop is designed around a particular concept or technique. The goal is to leave feeling replenished and inspired to continue your home practice!

This is the best way to celebrate mother Earth in the hills of Santa Barbara at The Empathy Center. We will start with some nature connection meditation and then move into a beautiful contemplative guided mixed media and collage art process. This way into the creative process is deeply nourishing, inspiring and healing. You do NOT have to have any art experience to gain the benefits. Just a desire to come with you whole self to a like minded community. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Community Environmental Council, SB.

We are proud to be hosting a new type of event at The District House!

A creative workshop, featuring Kathy Leader who guides an exploration into your innate creative voice through meditative art experiences.

No previous knowledge required!

The District House is a benefit of District216 Memberships.

Workshop: “Meditate & Create”

When: Thursday, March 21st, 2024 from 5:30pm to 7pm

Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

(Please only park across the street on the Office Max side of the lot.)

Based on my solo artshow “Hom/e-age to Earth” in Santa Barbara, I will be introducing some of my techniques viewed in my mixed media & collage work. This will take place in the gallery itself, so you will have access to the pieces live. This is appropriate for all levels.

Beginning with a guided mindfulness meditation, you will be taken on a creative journey with a slow, meditative art project that is designed to access your intuitive creative voice. 

When you are able to calm down the brain chatter and quieten the inner critic, the conditions are set up for free personal expression. 

The Art Process method is designed for ALL levels (beginners included). You do not have to have any prior experience, just a sense of curiosity about the art process.

 All materials will be provided.

This one day retreat is in a spectacular location overlooking the whole Santa Barbara bay. We will be doing some guided meditations, journaling and fun mixed media techniques and play.

Learn the fun fabulous art of gelli plate printing in painterly way. New papers are made for use in collages or on their own! No previous experience required. If you have done this technique before, you will learn new ways to use your plate.

This one day “mini retreat” is an inspiring way to reconnect with your creative spirit surrounded by a supportive creative community and guided into the art process with Kathy Leader, creative coach. The day consists of self reflection, intention setting, freeform abstract painting and mixed media techniques. This workshop is appropriate for all levels. If you are a beginner and do not have any materials, we can provide them for you. Each workshop is designed around a particular concept or technique. The goal is to leave feeling replenished and inspired to continue your home practice!

This one day “mini retreat” is an inspiring way to reconnect with your creative spirit surrounded by a supportive creative community and guided into the art process with Kathy Leader, creative coach. The day consists of self reflection, intention setting, freeform abstract painting and mixed media techniques. This workshop is appropriate for all levels. If you are a beginner and do not have any materials, we can provide them for you. Each workshop is designed around a particular concept or technique. The goal is to leave feeling replenished and inspired to continue your home practice!

This one day “mini retreat” is an inspiring way to reconnect with your creative spirit surrounded by a supportive creative community and guided into the art process with Kathy Leader, creative coach. The day consists of self reflection, intention setting, freeform abstract painting and mixed media techniques. This workshop is appropriate for all levels. If you are a beginner and do not have any materials, we can provide them for you. Each workshop is designed around a particular concept or technique. The goal is to leave feeling replenished and inspired to continue your home practice!

Meditate & Create in a Yoga Studio-Santa Barbara

Beginning with a guided mindfulness meditation, you will be taken on a creative journey with a slow, meditative art project that is designed to access your intuitive creative voice. 

When you are able to calm down the brain chatter and quieten the inner critic, the conditions are set up for free personal expression. 
The Art Process method is designed for ALL levels (beginners included). You do not have to have any prior experience, just a sense of curiosity about the art process.

 All materials will be provided.

This one day “mini retreat” is an inspiring way to reconnect with your creative spirit surrounded by a supportive creative community and guided into the art process with Kathy Leader, creative coach. The day consists of self reflection, intention setting, freeform abstract painting and mixed media techniques. This workshop is appropriate for all levels. If you are a beginner and do not have any materials, we can provide them for you. Each workshop is designed around a particular concept or technique. The goal is to leave feeling replenished and inspired to continue your home practice!