Melanie Testa

Dream Journal, new online class offering

I am putting the finishing touches on my first on-line journaling class Dream Journals and boy would I like to see you there. We will learn to use watercolors, resists, we’ll draw, paint, play and create journal pages that are richly layered and dynamic. All techniques covered in the class are taught in my book, Dreaming from the Journal Page, but that isn’t a required purchase. I do hope you might though!  The class stands alone, but also compliments and expands upon what is contained in the pages of the book. And beside that, we will be working in community with one another, helping and encouraging one another as we go.

The daffodil above, is an example of dry on dry watercolor painting, which is covered in two long videos (so far there are over 12 videos in all, more to come). Arrow to the left demonstrates the use of frisket as a resist. I will get you layering, building, drawing, painting and making pretty pages, using easily approachable techniques, in no time flat. I will get you drawing with fun and memorable warm up techniques, and if you have ever been heard to say, “I can’t draw”, you’ll prove yourself wrong.

And in order to get the word out about this new class offering, I would like to give away at least one spot in the class. 

Here is how it works:

1. Simply comment on this post to put your name in the hat.

2. To double your chances of winning, link to this post on your blog, Facebook, Pinterest, or your favorite social networking site. BUT, you will need to come back here and leave a second comment with a link to your post, for a total of two comments in your name. You are responsible for this (please don’t link to me on Facebook, as I won’t be able to keep track of that, the comments here are the easiest way from me to keep it simple) .

So please help me get the word out, will you? I will announce a winner one week from today, July 10, so please check back. Thanks a bunch.

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  2. Marianne Zebedee

    Being a part of your class would mean blessings of abundance! Pick Me! Marianne Zebedee

  4. Sarah Ann Smith

    Ooooh ooooh ooooh! Waving hand wildly from the upper reaches of the northeast! I’ve got your book at the top of my “to DO NOW” before summer and the year evaporate pile….. would love to be in the class, too…..Cheers, Sarah ann Smith

  9. Allison

    I’ve been a faithful follower of your for years. I’d love to learn some of your techniques. Thanks so much!

  13. Linda Teddlie Minton

    Ohhhh, I’d love to take this on-line class with you! I always say I can’t draw a stick figure, but am so enamored of your artwork, I know I’d learn a lot from you. (Keeping fingers, toes, and eyes crossed.) ;^)

  14. Dana

    Love your book Melanie! the thought of having videos to go with the lessons… WOW! Thanks for generously giving us a chance at a space!

  16. Kristin McNamara Freeman

    Melly…Your class is in my September budget – what a thrill it would be to win the opportunity to take it! Your book is full of wonderful ideas and I look forward to exploring them with y o as my mentor/teacher.
    Kristin

  20. Smush

    Gorgeous! I can’t wait to get some playing time in! (Before my brain turns to mush from stress!)

  25. Karen Wilson

    I can hardly wait till the class starts. I love, love, love your book. The class can only add goodness. Karen

  33. Connie Rose

    Thanks for this oppty, Melly. I have your book already, just don’t know where to begin because *I can’t draw*! So I’d love to be in your class.

  46. Kristin L

    I have yet to try an online class, and I think yours would be a fantastic place to start. My sketchbook could use some love too, so I’d be a happy camper with this opportunity.

  50. Kristin McNamara Freeman

    Mellie…I just posted a comment on Facebook: Kristin Anne Freeman Thanks Mellie! I would love to win a class with you, that’s for sure.
    2 seconds ago ·

  51. Marianne Zebedee

    What a cool opportunity to study with a friend. There is nothing better that immersing in art and traveling to worlds undiscovered.

  57. Jennifer Elliott

    Love your stencil class…fingers and toes crossed I get to win this class 🙂

  63. Mary cannizzaro

    I’ve always admired your journaling, but don’t feel i’ve got much artistic ability….would love to take the class, but could you give me an idea of the level of talent needed?
    Mary

  65. linda

    Hi Mellie!! I’d love to win that class. It might force me to take a break from work!! Thanks for the chance!!

  69. Meg Cupman

    I would love to win this class with you. I’m retiring soon so I will finally have the chance to play, play, play! My copy of your book hasn’t arrived yet but I can’t wait to see it!

  70. Meg Cupman

    I shared your post on Facebook. I’m happy to get the word out about what I am sure is a fantastic class.

  77. Christina Stylianides

    What a fabulous opportunity. However, I’d like to vote Kath Walls for the place as I know she’d love this.

  81. Mandy

    I would love to take this class–I’m hoping to release my creativity, and although it seems counterintuitive, I could use some guidance! With 2 kids 5 and under, some days I just need someone elseo to help me with a little push.

  84. Kat Schultz

    What an honor it would be to take a class with Melly Testa! I’m looking into signing up now.
    Love your work Mel, and the inspiration you are to all!

  86. susan hartl

    Wow, your class looks wonderful. I could use something like this. Will post it and share on Facebook and Pinterest, but I am not sure I will be able to show you with a link. But I will try.

  90. Nadine

    Wow! This will be so much fun– I’m really, really excited. Ok, I do get excited easily, but to learn more techniques like those in “Dreaming from the Journal Page”? Woot!!!

  92. Jennifer West

    Man! I would LOVE to win this giveaway. I have the book and it is my favorite thing I’ve purchased all year!

  95. Meg Rogers

    I really, really hope I win – thanks, Melanie! I have your book and I took your on-line classes with Joggles. I’m really looking forward to another class with you!

  97. Teresa

    I just bought you book from Amazon – I can’t wait for it to arrive. Lovely site, and your course looks interesting as well.

  98. Alena Mccrum

    Hi Melanie, I have been following your work from the beginning of Quilting Arts. You have proven to be a remarkable woman. I would love to win a spot on your workshop and if not, I will try and take the class anyway. Take care. alena

  99. Mary E

    I have always loved your work, and would be so pumped to win your online class!!!!

  101. Colleen Kole

    I would love to take this class-the previous online class I took from you, I still look back at my notes. You are appreciated! It was a great class and I use my hand dyed floss at night ,hand stitching slowly away to relax.

  103. Gaynor Hodder

    I’ve asked for your book for my birthday and to be able to do the online class as well would be the ‘icing on the cake’. Thanks for your generosity in offering this.

  107. Marilyn WK

    Hey Melanie, what a cool class this will be! If I don’t join the first round, I’ll try to do it later. For some reason, I feel like doing fiber stuff while I’m doing chemo. Go figure. The book looks FAB!!!!

  108. Kellie

    I have wanted to start a journal for years but never quite took the plunge. I’m ready!

  110. Suzan

    My copy of Dreaming From The journal page arrived today. What a great book. I am going to work through it page by wonderful page! The online class will be fabulous.

  112. Judy

    I would so love to win! I just received your book in the mail but haven’t taken the time to do my “Dreaming”. It would be so much fun to work along with you while reading your book! Thanks for the chance to win!

  113. Kevin Womack

    Winning this class would give me the jumpstart I need to do more journaling!

  118. Margo

    I would come out to play with bells on. Sewing bags like crazy around here, didn’t stop at just a bag for my sewplies!

  120. Linda Hartzig

    I would love to win a spot in this class …..Love Ya and keeping fingers crossed

  123. Holly Drummond

    I have read your book cover to cover. Love your style. I have been wondering how you are doing physically now? Thanks for the opportunity to glean from you. I will be praying for you.

  126. Maeve

    I preordered your book and when I got it, I was so excited! It is AWESOME! I’ve been following you for sometime, through your health ups and downs, etc., and watched your bravery and creativity throughout all. I would so love to win the opportunity to take this course. I know it will be amazing!

  127. Kate

    This looks like another great book from you! Can’t wait to get my hands on a copy & possibly take the class!!
    Thank you for doing & sharing.

  130. Fabia

    I really would like to see you again Melly.. and love to see haw you use Friskies as a resist 😉
    …by th way… I miss you!!!

  132. Kaylene Maalste

    Oh I am I too late, I would love to take your class and as I live in a small country town, on-line is ideal. I have always wanted to be able to make a journal, but always seem to be impaired by lack of knowledge and tuition. Cheers

  133. Angelika Westermann

    Hi Melanie,
    Would love to win a spot in this online class since I am absolutely hooked on art journaling. Thank you for this give-away! Your book is on my wishlist with Amazon 🙂
    Cheers, Angelika