{"product_id":"nourish-abstract-painting","title":"Nourish: Abstract Painting for Creative Wellbeing","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 156, 156);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple Course Dates Available (See Above)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThese are 7-week courses that will run every \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 156, 156);\"\u003eThursday Evening\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ewithin in the dates listed above.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 156, 156);\"\u003eClass Times:\u003c\/span\u003e  6:00pm - 9:00pm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 156, 156);\"\u003eWith Tutor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eJordan Harcourt-Hughes\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 156, 156);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-ae37c1a3-7fff-17c9-9dc2-d2fdf2172b0a\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Term's Theme\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ePilgrimage to Self\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCreativity isn’t just about making art - it can also help us slow down, reconnect and discover fresh perspectives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNourish is a seven-week abstract painting course that blends creative exploration with gentle reflective practice. Designed for complete beginners through to experienced artists, the course offers a welcoming and supportive space to experiment with colour, texture, symbolism and intuitive mark-making while creating a deeply personal work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAcross seven weeks you’ll gradually create an original Abstract Self or Soul Portrait, exploring colour, texture, symbolism and intuitive mark-making as you build a richly layered personal artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEach week’s activities encourage imagination, spontaneity and creative confidence while providing inspiration for the final stages of the Soul Portrait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThroughout the course, tutor Jordan Harcourt-Hughes will be sharing a curated selection of contemporary abstract and spiritual painters who have influenced her own artistic practice.  You’ll get the chance to consider how they use colour, symbolism, texture and abstraction to communicate ideas that can't always be expressed through words and explore new techniques in your own artworks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRather than focusing on artistic perfection, the course invites you to enjoy the process of exploration. No previous painting experience is necessary, just a willingness to experiment, play and discover what emerges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 156, 156);\"\u003eWhat You'll Learn:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBy participating in this course, learners will:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore the foundations of abstract painting through colour, texture, layering and play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelop confidence painting intuitively without worrying about getting it \"right\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscover mindful painting practices that encourage calm, focus and creative flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore symbolism and narrative through visual storytelling exercises.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn about a range of contemporary abstract and spiritual painters.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 156, 156);\"\u003eWhat You’ll Create:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-91e625ad-7fff-a17d-a2d3-d21b686e9122\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach participant will leave the course with:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA completed Abstract Soul Portrait.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA collection of painting studies and experiments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreater confidence with abstract painting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreative practices to continue exploring beyond the course.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 156, 156);\"\u003eA Refreshed Course\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReturning students and those familiar with Jordan's previous Mindful Creativity course will notice an exciting evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis new course journey allows participants to spend more time developing one substantial artwork while exploring the work of contemporary abstract painters and discovering new approaches to colour, symbolism and intuitive painting. The result is a slower, more immersive creative experience that encourages both artistic development and personal expression.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 156, 156);\"\u003eMeet Your Tutor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJordan is an author, artist, coach, and educator. Her studio, set in a peaceful location across from the Otaihanga Domain on the Kapiti Coast, is filled with vibrant, colourful artworks - abstract paintings inspired by flowers, nature, storytelling, and her imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally from Australia, Jordan teaches mindful creativity as a way to relax, have fun, and explore self-discovery. She runs creativity courses online, in Wellington, and from her studio and beautiful grounds, offering workshops and coaching that provide a nourishing space for artists and non-artists alike to explore wellness, storytelling, personal evolution, and artistic expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJordan is also the host of the podcast ‘Sacred Stories of the Spirit’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/jordaninthestudio\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e@jordaninthestudio\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"www.jordanharcourthughes.com\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ejordanharcourthughes.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Perfect balance of art and mindfulness. The time disappeared. Felt relaxed and eager to incorporate mindfulness in my art practice”. - Lou\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 156, 156);\"\u003eWhat Do I Need to Bring?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOld clothes or painting overalls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour favourite brushes (optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePermanent markers, such as black and white Posca pens (0.7 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn old towel or yoga mat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA3 pad of mixed media or Acrylic painting paper.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 156, 156);\"\u003eWhat Will Be Provided?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA3 art card for creative experiments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCanvas for your final artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcrylic paints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint brushes and mark-making tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreative Manifesto workbook\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Casual Art Classes at The Learning Connexion","offers":[{"title":"May 14th - June 25th","offer_id":55619524231241,"sku":"EC26T2-MC","price":320.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"July 30th - September 10th","offer_id":55619524264009,"sku":"EC26T3-MC","price":320.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"October 22nd - December 3rd","offer_id":55619524296777,"sku":"EC26T4-MC","price":320.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/8914\/4137\/files\/Flow_State_by_Jordan_Harcourt-Hughes_-_Edited.jpg?v=1782172066","url":"https:\/\/casualartclasses.co.nz\/products\/nourish-abstract-painting","provider":"Casual Art Classes at The Learning Connexion","version":"1.0","type":"link"}