Eight-week online workshop begins July 8th, 2024

Guided projects using the techniques learned in the first Backgrounds and Textures course, with an emphasis on composition and layering.

 Filling up the creative toolbox is fun and the best of all possible play times...

…and in the first Backgrounds and Textures course we did just that!

I have three drawers piled with samples and experiments from the course, but if you’re like me, the question becomes Now What?

Backgrounds and Textures: Projects

is the answer to the “Now What?” question.

Our focus will include, but not be limited to:

  • Four approaches for building effective backgrounds

  • How to combine numerous elements into one integrated composition

  • Focal point and radial balance as design strategies

  • Assembling the composition and overprinting it

  • Analyzing colors so that they work together

  • Sizing individual components to contribute the illusion of depth on a flat surface

  • Placement strategies that work within the composition – and why

  • Four ways to use shading and value to add dimension and depth

  • Choosing and creating design elements to build work thematically

  • Finding meaning and telling stories with your work

  • Identifying and sourcing design elements

Learn to plan, adjust and improvise for stronger compositions.

Is the background busy and complex or quiet and low-key?

What’s the next step — color, size, shape?

What’s your preference? Abstract, figurative, non-representational or a combination of both or all three?

Practice analyzing your work, to improve balance and cohesion.

Become knowledgeable about different approaches to composition, including focal point, radial balance and crystallographic composition.

What happens when a piece needs one more touch? Adding that final element can pull it all together.

In-depth guides and videos.

  • 16+ lessons released over eight weeks

  • PDF notes and appendix

  • Private online community where you can share work and ask questions

  • Three live Q&A sessions with Jane during the workshop plus a final show and tell session!

Every lesson set comes with notes you can download for easy reference.

What students are saying about my online workshops…

"Loved taking your class, carefully researched, simply presented, loads of content for embellishing.

It was well worth the price. I have had a learning curve with this process which was unexpected, I usually pick up stuff quickly but this was on a whole different level for me.”

— Shawn D.

Backgrounds & Textures

“I just want you to know how much I appreciate the time and effort you put into your classes.

I have taken a few online classes with other instructors but none as professional or informative as yours. The knowledge and skill I am getting is so rewarding for me. I am also appreciative that you are not watching a clock during our zoom meetings - you always make sure all our questions are answered.

I am not hesitant or intimidated to ask any question and that is due to your calm demeanor and patience!!

— Martha M.

Background & Textures and Dye Mastery

Bonus video lessons!

  • Finding Meaning and Telling Stories with Your Work

  • Identifying and Sourcing Design Elements that have Meaning for You

Eight-week workshop with projects released weekly and two work weeks.

Work at your own pace - all content is yours to keep forever.

PLUS…

  • A private online members area for those enrolled in the course. Ask questions, share your results and learn from others!

  • Three live one hour Q&A sessions with Jane and a final show and tell hour! Recorded for future reference.

📌 Live Session Dates

  • Q&A Session #1 — Monday July 22nd, 2024 || 2-3pm CDT

  • Q&A Session #2 — Monday August 12th, 2024 || 2-3pm CDT

  • Q&A Session #3 — Monday August 26th, 2024 || 2-3pm CDT

  • Q&A Session #4 + Show and Tell — Friday September 6th, 2024 || 2-3pm CDT

$995

All the benefits of studying with Jane in-person, without the price tag or travel expenses.

Plus: Sign up before April 30 for early bird pricing!

$297 through April 30th

$327 After April 30th

  • I highly recommend that you take the first Background and Texture class prior to signing up for the Projects class. You will get so much more out of the Projects class if you have a number of techniques already in your repertoire!

    If you are crunched for time right now, you could consider signing for the upcoming B&T class and do only what you have time to do, while keeping the rest of the course materials for reference. Think of it as having a handy guide to all of the processes we’ll be using in the Project course.

    The next session of the first Backgrounds and Textures class begins May 6th. Enrollment is open!

  • Hybrid courses follow a live schedule and are made up of materials such as pre-recorded videos, live events and Q&As, PDF’s and presentations that each student can work through at their own speed.

    The lessons in this class are pre-recorded and released on Mondays. Live Q&As and Show and Tell session dates are listed above and on the syllabus.

  • We host our classes on Circle, an all-in-one community platform. 

    Unlike social media platforms, Circle:

    • Doesn’t have ads or distractions. Forget Facebook ads and notifications. We’re building a community where we can connect away from the noise.

    • Allows us to house everything in one place. With Circle, we’re able to keep  all community activity—discussions, resources, events, courses, chat, and more—in one easy-to-navigate place. This means that you only need to navigate one platform in order to take full advantage of your membership.

    You will have lifetime access to our class platform, lessons and community area after class ends.

  • Supplies will be very similiar to those required in the first course. An official Projects supply list will be available in April.