my art in 77 SQUARE!

CITY GOES TO THE BIRDS WITH TWO NEW ART SHOWS
77 Square article by Lindsay Christians

a few weeks ago i got a call from 77 square arts writer Lindsay Christians, asking about my current art exhibit at ARTspace in downtown madison. i can't even say how flattered i was to be interviewed and featured the following week in an article with local scrap metal art welder Erika Koivunen and her amazing bird sculptures!

read the article online here! 

it was really amazing to see it in print too! and so much fun to sit out in my backyard on a sunny afternoon and talk all about owls, art and e-courses for the story!

CITY GOES TO THE BIRDS WITH TWO NEW ART SHOWS
77 Square article by Lindsay Christians

CITY GOES TO THE BIRDS WITH TWO NEW ART SHOWS
77 Square article by Lindsay Christians

Love the title for the exhibit too...The Owls and Other Art of Juliette Crane: Wild and Beautiful Things from the Everyday World.

OWL Art Show & New Gift Items Coming Soon!

"Bloom" 12 x 12 by carrie schmitt

i've been kind of amazed at all of the gorgeous owls that have come out of my HOW TO PAINT AN OWL e-course! it's been so fun to see everyone start with my simple owl template and painting process and create so many wonderful paintings with characters that are uniquely them!

"You are my Home" 12 x 12 by carrie schmitt

carrie schmitt decided to do owl paintings inspired by each one of her children.

"You blessed me with energy" 12 x 12 by carrie schmitt

she even documented the process start to finish on her blog! it's so fun to see the evolution of them all! 

by Peg Pritchett

peg pritchett is a lovely artist i met in a local artist's way group, which just happened to take place at the same time as my first HOW TO PAINT AN OWL e-course...it was just a bit serendipitous 

by Peg Pritchett

she hadn't picked up a paintbrush in ages!

by Peg Pritchett

and now she not only made her favorite room into a studio, but she started a blog to share her story and all of her beautiful paintings!

Being Your Best by Peg Pritchett

i just can't get over all of her amazing new work! and she has her first art show coming up too (congratulations, peg!)!

paintings by donna wynn

donna wynn is also an amazing artist and painted so many beautiful owls...i just love them all lined up like this!

donna wynn's studio

i was also completely blown away by all of these colorful threads and textiles in her studio!

by renee gardner

and it's always fun to see owls transform into bats and other whimsical creatures...

by renee gardner

they may even inspire something like these flamingos!.

thank you to everyone who has shared their beautiful owls! you can find more gorgeous artwork and read everyone's testimonials right here!

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i just received a few more lovely mounted prints and handmade notecards that I had published in somerset studio gallery! so i've decided to do one BIG SHOP UPDATE later this week! full of small originals and other special little gift items.  

a sneak peek: video-style!

How To Paint An Owl e-course video by Juliette Crane.

i am so excited to finally share this video with all of you! 

it's a sneak peek at one of the start to finish painting videos I created for my HOW TO PAINT AN OWL e-course! You can watch it above or visit http://vimeo.com/24884450

it's a snip-it from the painting of my owl  LET THE OUTSIDE IN! you might remember a while back i shared with you the start to finish photos for this same piece. but i have to say, watching the evolution on video, especially to the music of the wiggly tendrils, is just way more amazing! 

i had so much fun painting, recording, editing and putting music together for all of the videos, and the wiggly tendrils were sweet enough to let me use their songs for all twenty-three of them! it felt like putting together an animated film of my owls (something i'd also love to see someday!). it's something i never realized i'd have so much fun with!

i'd love to create another e-course for all of you! what would you like to learn? let me know...i'd be so delighted to hear from you!

i hope you enjoy this sneak peek!

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Registration is open for HOW TO PAINT AN OWL: Summer 2011... if you want to paint with me this summer, be sure to register now as space is limited. EARLY BIRD SALE ends today at 11PM EST!

ecourse registration is open + a SALE!

HOW TO PAINT AN OWL E-Course. Summer 2011.

I just can't thank you enough for all of your support and encouragement! 

And to celebrate...i'm having an EARLY BIRD SALE! Register for my HOW TO PAINT AN OWL E-COURSE now through Monday, June 13, 11PM EST  for $79!

Registration is now open...right here!

If you want to paint with me this summer, be sure to sign up now as class enrollment is limited! Class starts July 18! Find all of the details along with testimonials here!

Thank you so much again for all of your lovely comments and the positivity you share on this blog! You keep me inspired and forever creating and sharing my journey! 

SUMMER 2011 - How To Paint An Owl E-course!

HOW TO PAINT AN OWL E-Course
A 5 Week Online Mixed Media Art Class 
with me, Juliette Crane
July 18 - August 20, 2011

Registration officially opens on MONDAY, June 6! 

Find all the details right here!

i had so much fun with my last class and just adored seeing everyone's gorgeous owls! 


i share my owl painting template and lots of fun techniques to keep you inspired in an encouraging and friendly environment. This class is designed for everyone and all!

the cost for the 5 week workshop is $99. AND i have a bit of an EARLY BIRD SURPRISE for you all on MONDAY!

on owl love

moonbelly. prints available in my etsy shop.

A lot of people have been asking whether I’m afraid to be sharing all of my secrets whenever I teach or share my work.

 And lately it's something I've been thinking a lot about... with my How To Paint An Owl article in Somerset Studio magazine, my workshops and e-course. Students ask whether it’s alright to take what they’ve learned in my workshops and use those techniques in their paintings and post them online. And whether it's okay to sell those paintings.

Well, the other day I stumbled upon an interview with Maya Angelou on Oprah Winfrey's Master Class series (it's so worth watching!). And when I watched this video, Maya Angelou's words mirrored how I feel about it all.

The video is called, "Hold Nothing Back" (January 16, 2011). In it Maya says, "I hold nothing back. Because I want to see that light go off. I like to see that you would think 'I never thought of that before.' And I think I've got them!"

When I watch that video and hear Maya Angelou speak I get shivers. Because why on earth would I want to hold anything back when I get emails from people who have been so inspired by my work and teaching and created these lovely paintings...

by cherie richter...inspired by my owl workshop

and when i see this gorgeous artwork created in my workshops...

by jane tormey

by steph hennes

by sarah hennes

Not to mention all of the AMAZING artwork that has been created during the last 5 weeks while I've been teaching my HOW TO PAINT AN OWL e-course! GORGEOUS!!! And hopefully I'll be lucky enough to share some of that art with you here too!

If someone paints an owl or character inspired by my class, lessons or writing…it’s always wonderful to add a link from wherever you've posted your work to my website or blog, whether you’re posting your creation on facebook or your own blog.

Since this is how I make my living, any and all mentions, links, and kind words about me and my work are always appreciated. 

autumn wind. prints available in my etsy shop.

If someone copied one of my paintings, whether it was an owl, a girl, or any one of my characters, and used the same color palette and posture along with the techniques I teach in my workshops… well, then I wouldn’t be happy. Especially if the artist didn't mention my work and if that piece of art was available for sale. If you’re selling a painting inspired by my work or my workshops and you feel it seems a bit too close to something I or someone else has created, then it probably is.

If you're starting with something similar to one of my characters, techniques or backgrounds, I feel it’s important to keep pushing yourself to uncover your own story from there.  

share your gifts. prints available in my etsy shop.

I’m passionate about others finding and following whatever they’re passionate about in life. And that doesn’t just mean being inspired to paint, but to create anything you’ve been dreaming about, whether it’s turning your guest bedroom into a library, working at a winery for the summer or taking photos on your morning walks. To me, it’s about learning something new and being inspired to create something and take it in your own direction.

I know I am always learning. My style and artwork is always evolving. That’s why I don’t mind teaching everything I learn because I’m usually already learning or trying something new. So it only seems natural to share. 

I’m here to share my art and to give others a place to begin. My hope is that their imagination can wander from there! 

owl love

by Cherie Richter

i've been totally blown away by some of the amazing owls created in my 

HOW TO PAINT AN OWL Workshops! 

here are a few from last weekend!

by Katie Pergande 

by Darci Prohaska 

by Cherie Richter

by Emily Richter

by angela digiovanni

and a beautiful painting by angela digiovanni inspired by my article in somerset studio! read more about her painting here!

by kim lapacek

and an amazing quilted owl by kim lapacek inspired by one of my last workshops! see how she created it right here!

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i've been creating lots and lots of new owl paintings too! and they've all been video recorded from start to finish for my e-course which starts next Monday! 

i'm so excited and can't wait to celebrate! i'll have a sneak peek for you here later this week!

ecourse registration is open + a SALE!

thank you so much everyone for all of your comments and emails about my upcoming HOW TO PAINT AN OWL E-COURSE! 

Registration is now open...right here!

And to celebrate...i'm having an EARLY BIRD SALE! Register for my HOW TO PAINT AN OWL E-COURSE this week and save 20%! Regular registration is $99, but pay $79 now until Monday, March 7, 1AM EST!


i've also decided to include a pdf with all of the photos and text and an optional video download at the end of class, so everyone can take the class at their own pace. there are a limited number of spots available to be sure every question is answered! 


i’ve also designed the course so that people with the least time can focus on monday's posts and catch up with the others when they have time (either during class or with the dowloadable pdf and videos afterwards). mondays we’ll learn painting technique, wednesdays will be for outside inspiration and fridays i’ll go deeper into my painting process.

i just can't thank you all enough for your support and incredible kindness! i so hope you'll join me for this e-course! my intention is to get an absolutely amazing group together and let our creativity wander (and paint some gorgeous owls!)!


and thank you so much to everyone that has already registered! i cannot wait to see you all in class!


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you can also find me and a little story i wrote about living and enjoying your every day over on the
do what you love blog!

how to paint an owl e-course!!!

FINALLY it's here! 

i've been waiting for this day for so long!
and, i think, i've been preparing for it my entire life! 

my HOW TO PAINT AN OWL E-COURSE is here! 

Registration opens on MONDAY, February 28th! 

Find all the details right here!

i've also decided to have a free downloadable pdf with all of the class text and photos for everyone at the end of the workshop! and you'll also have the option to download all of the videos, so you can feel free to go through everything at your own pace!

the cost for the 5 week workshop is $99. and i'll have a bit of an early bird surprise for you all on Monday!

owl painting workshop + an artful journey!

How To Paint An Owl Workshop, at the Glitter Workshop, February 5, 2011.

i can hardly say just how proud i am of this photo. 

this is my latest graduating class from my How To Paint An Owl Workshop! And i just love seeing these smiling faces and all of their incredible owls!  

it all starts with these painted backgrounds on wood that i prepare beforehand. 

(i was really very nervous.) 

then i brought all of my studio supplies in to share - vintage wallpaper books, origami paper, sheet music, pens, ink, pastels and lots and lots of glitter! 

i'm always quite amazed i can get any words out. high school speech class used to be the most terrifying thing, 

but once everyone starts laughing and creating...

 and i see everyone painting...

i just want to paint too!

 this is the beginning of my little owl.

i just love seeing everyone's owls! each one is always so unique and always such a reflection of the artist!

we always have such an amazing time! and i am so happy to have met so many fabulous people! and for them to have shared their day with me!

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the lovely kim of kim's crafty apple posted about our class on her blog right here! she' took photos every step of the way, so you can really see just how her gorgeous owl evolved and came to life!

AND my next HOW TO PAINT AN OWL WORKSHOP is scheduled 

in Madison, Wisconsin for Saturday, March 19! 

THEN it's time for my HOW TO PAINT AN OWL E-COURSE! a 5 week art workshop March 28-April 30! i am so excited!!! i've been pouring my heart into making this e-course the best and i hope you'll be able to join me! Registration opens February 28th! 

Sign up for my newsletter if you'd like to get in on all of the details and a little early bird discount!

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i'm planning to do an upcoming post with all of the amazing owls i've seen created from my HOW TO PAINT AN OWL workshops and somerset studio article! so, if you have an owl and wouldn't mind seeing it here, email me your piece at juliette (at) juliettecrane (dot) com! i'd be delighted to include it!

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well, i'm off to An Artful Journey! heading back to california to spend a few days learning to paint from the ever-inspiring Jesse Reno! and meeting with so many of the incredible people i've met through blogging this past year! i can hardly wait and will absolutely share all of the stories and photos here with you!

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happy valentines day!!!

my first owl painting workshop + somerset studio!

somerset studio magazine, jan/feb 2011 issue

oh my gosh! can you feel my excitement!

i've been waiting for this issue of somerset studio to come out since last august when i first submitted by art and then in september when i first heard my article would be published! and to see my owls in print in this most beautiful publication is absolutely AMAZING!

on the letters to the editor page, there's even a photo of the GIGANTIC box i painted with my signature techniques and submitted with all of my originals! a bit of HOPE goes a long, long way!

 

thank you to the lovely editor-in-chief of stampington & company, christen oliviarez, and to all of the fabulous people over at somerset studio magazine!

and i'm so excited that i got to share my publication in somerset with my very first HOW TO PAINT AN OWL workshop!!!

i decided to teach my painting workshops after writing that article for somerset! and i cannot even say how much fun i had in class last weekend!

my owl and brian's owl

since it was my first class, i thought i'd better get in some practice and see if my techniques made sense to someone else. so, i taught Brian! 

and just look at the awesome owl he painted (right). 

because my in-person class last weekend was only four hours, i decided to give everyone a start with a spray painted background (on a block of poplar wood with a sawtooth hanger on the back for easy hanging).

then i packed up my vintage wallpaper books and all of my acrylics, glitter, pastels, ink, brushes, origami paper, sheet music and any other art supplies i had around in my studio!

and i was so amazed to see everyone's owl evolve into their very own! from this initial step...

 TITLE: Today At the Park. Prints available in my etsy shop.

into little characters with their own personalities!

and by the end of class, everyone had their own! each with their own unique backgrounds and colors! just look at them all together!

it was such an awesome experience and so fabulous to see everyone smiling with their owls!

THANK YOU everyone for all of your encouragement and support!

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ps. this first owl painting workshop was such a huge success, i've decided to sign on and teach another on FEBRUARY 5, 2011! if you're interested in attending, or finding out more about my upcoming online painting workshop, you'll find all of the details right here!

and if you have any questions, feel free to email me!