Art
Lessons
Creative Flow art lessons blend art-making and reflection to explore your imagination, self-expression, and well-being.
Art journaling combines color, imagery, words, and creative play in a personal journal—giving students a welcoming space to experiment, express themselves, and discover their own creative voice.
Classes explore watercolor, collage, doodling, mixed media, pattern, self-portraits, memory keeping, and other playful techniques. Each project offers a new way to create and reflect, with plenty of room for individual expression.
Art journaling projects are adapted to the interests, age, and experience of each student or group.
Art Journaling & Mixed Media
Explore • Experiment • Express Yourself
Creative Flow Signature Series
Art & Reflection Classes
Built around the Creative Flow Art & Reflection Cards—an original 52-card deck created and illustrated by Nancy York—this signature series combines art instruction with creative exploration and meaningful reflection.
Four pathways. A whole world of creative possibilities.
The deck is organized into four 13-card journeys, each exploring a different dimension of the creative process. Lessons can be inspired throughout each journey, offering new themes, ideas, and creative experiences each time.
Choose the one that speaks to you—or explore them all.
NORTH
Creative Voice & Expression
Find your voice.
Express yourself with authenticity.
EAST
Inspiration & Insight
Spark ideas. Explore possibilities. See with fresh eyes.
SOUTH
Grounding & Balance
Make space. Slow down. Create with intention and presence.
WEST
Ideas Into Action
Imagine. Create. Take inspired action. Build momentum.
52 cards • 4 creative journeys • 13 themes within each journey
How Each Lesson Flows
Each lesson follows a gentle rhythm that gives you both guidance and freedom to explore.
1. WELCOME
Settle in, connect, and explore the lesson’s theme.
2. LEARN
A simple art lesson introduces techniques, ideas, and creative possibilities.
3. CREATE
Enjoy hands-on art-making with guidance, encouragement, and room to make it your own.
4. REFLECT
Pause with a journal prompt and notice what you discovered through the creative process.
Ways to Create Together
6-Week Creative Flow Art Series
A weekly 90-minute series blending art instruction, creative exploration, and reflection. Each week introduces a new theme inspired by the Creative Flow Art & Reflection Cards, with opportunities to explore techniques and develop your creative voice.
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Single Workshops
A stand-alone 90-minute workshop exploring one Creative Flow theme through art instruction, hands-on creating, and guided reflection.
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Private Art Lessons
Personalized one-on-one sessions designed around your interests, creative goals, and experience level, with individual guidance and room to explore at your own pace.
Pricing & Materials
Pricing varies by format, group size, location, and materials. Contact me to discuss the best fit for you or your group.
All experience levels are welcome. No previous art experience necessary.