Wanna win tuition to my Spill It! online workshop? Here's how!
Saturday, September 19, 2009 at 11:00PM 
Photo courtesy of Joanne B., used with permission.
One of my students did the above painting in my recent live workshop.
Isn't it incredible! She did everything but the text in the workshop. After the workshop,
I recieved this from her:
"I just wanted to tell you how much my daughter and I enjoyed your workshop last week at Crafts N Stuff. Not only was it fun, our projects came out absolutely, perfectly imperfect (the perfect craft for 2 perfectionists!) and they looked great! I particularly love all the texture I was able to put into my piece. ( I did the shades of gold with the 'statue' transfer to the left side of the canvas) If you recall, I wanted to add some handwritten words to the right side and finally found the words I wanted to use- some inspirational quotes from the Dali Lama and I love how it came out! I would love to send you a picture of my finished project. Is there an e mail I can send it to? Thanks again for the fun!"
And today, I received the photo above accompanied by this:
"Here is a pic of my finished project- which, in case I have not told you - ha ha ! - I absolutely love! Now I just have to work on framing it and finding a place for it to hang. If I knew what it was going to come out like - and that I-WOULD-LOVE-IT-SO-MUCH! - I would have liked to do it on a canvas that was wrapped around the wood frame so it would be ready to hang. As a matter of fact, Carmen, do you remember where you got that transfer from? If I could find it, I might just try to recreate it again on a different canvas, maybe an even larger one with larger handwriting. If you still have access it that graphic I would love to get it, if it is not too much trouble?
Thanks again for bringing out the much needed burst of creativity in me! I can't tell you what 'fire' I still feel to do more! (Unfortunately, laundry, housework, life in general, etc. may soon creep back in...) I HAVE to get back to that creative place, I am so much happier there!"
THIS is what it's ALL about for me! "That creative place" is what the Spill It! ONLINE Workshop is all about. Guiding you, giving you choices and giving you gentle nudges to get you into that creative sweet spot. You know it when you're there... and you don't ever want to leave.
In my online workshop, you'll be able to watch technique videos, idea videos, participate in discussion, will have a safe place to release your inhibitions, share your successes, struggles and fears.
We're going to do background techniques, texture techniques, image transfers and talk about the thought process that goes into making your individual choice as to what you SPILL on the canvas. This workshop will arm you with the tools you need to begin putting your own spin on your art. A jump start towards your own creative style! From the colors you choose to the images or words you might incorporate, it's all in there!
All this and more for only $43.
The workshop starts on October 1st and runs through October 31st. But the good news is the network, discussion forums, videos and resources will be available until (at least) the end of the year. You can pop in and absorb the information and create at your leisure. No pressure. No deadlines.
The workshop is only $43, but you could WIN tuition and join us for FREE!
How to enter:
Create a new post to your blog, telling the world how awesome the Spill It! ONLINE Workshop is. In that post, embed one of my promotional videos. They can be found on my Workshops page. There is an "embed" link option on both videos.
What's that you say? You don't have a blog? No worries, you can post one of the videos to your Facebook page instead. (We'll talk later about getting you a blog!)
Then come back and leave a comment on this post with a link to where you gave my workshop a shout out and bing, bang, boom, you're entered.
Fine Print:
Sweepstakes ends Tuesday, September 29th at 11:59 PM EST.
Winner will be announced on Wednesday, September 30th.
One entry per person.
If you've already signed up, you could win a refund or gift it to a friend! Can I get a woohoo?
Told ya it was FINE print!!!
Many will enter, YOU could win!
P.S. Joanne (the creator of the painting above) is taking the online workshop. Be sure to say hello and give her props for her awesome painting after you register.
Mucho Love,
Carmen
Reader Comments (34)
Hi Carmen,
I've shouted and woohoo'd........ and I've posted the video sneek peek to my blog.
I was looking through all your workshop stuff the other day, and wishing I could do it....... So my fingers are seriously so crossed, I hope I don't get cramp!! haha
Love your style :)
xo
Wow !! it looks fun ! I have you posted on my blog!! http://medowntoafineart.blogspot.com/2009/09/spill-it-with-carmen-torbus.html
This is wild...I had already done a post today about your workshop and then I read this -- so I've gone back to add one of the videos and to tell people what you are planning to do with a tuition for a lucky participant! What a fabulous idea!!
http://everydaypossibilities.blogspot.com/2009/09/glimpse-im-going-to-spill-it.html
Getting feedback from students/participants who have enjoyed the experience and have taken away with them the fun, the joy and the excitement of creating...that has to be extremely rewarding and gratifying for you!
Oh I'm intrigued! Love getting my hands covered in paint! I have posted about your workshop here: http://mlbetterly.blogspot.com/2009/09/i-have-my-eye-on.html
Thanks for this doing this contest, I'm keeping my fingers, toes and nose hairs crossed! :)
I have blogged about your class. Sure sounds like fun. I'd love to win a spot!
You can see the post here:
http://vickiholdwick.blogspot.com/2009/09/spill-it-online-class.html
xoxo
Oh my how can I resist? I can't. So here is my link.
http://differenceayearmakes.wordpress.com/2009/09/19/art-action-2/
Carmen- I think you have a fantastic class outlined here... as well as a unique approach... Well done!
xo
Carmen I posted on my Facebook,as I do not have a blog....still hope I win...I absolutely love your art!!!
Oh I would LOVE LOVE LOVE to win!! Here's the link to my blog post;)
http://mycreativejourneytrish.blogspot.com/2009/09/workshop-giveaway-carmen-torbus.html
thanks!
Trish
Hi Carmen
I've been a bit lazy about posting to my blog lately, so I've posted on my facebook page.
Hi Carmen!
I have admired your art for a while now. I'm glad you're offering this great on-line workshop. Of course I told about it on my blog. Here is the link: Spill it!
Thanks for the chance to win.
Hi Carmen, I couldn't pass up this opportunity. Here is my listing for your workshop on my blog.
http://ofacornsandelephants.blogspot.com/2009/09/fantastic-new-workshop-available-and.html
Beverley
Of course I blogged, twittered and facebooked you! The class looks great Carmen!!!! <3
http://dreamwishplay.blogspot.com/2009/09/spill-it.html
I couldn't get the video to embed on my blog, so I doubled up: I posted the video on my facebook, here: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#/profile.php?id=555708202&ref=profile
And I blogged about the workshop and left links to your site here:
http://wingedpaths.wordpress.com/2009/09/21/dreaming-of-art/
Thank you so much for providing an opportunity for someone to win free tuition. Your workshop looks so wonderful, and I would love to participate!
Hiya! I just posted this on my blog: http://eveline-timeless.blogspot.com/2009/09/spill-it.html
Your videos are brilliant, love your enthusiasm, and the class sounds absolutely great! *keeping my fingers crossed*
hi carmen! i've got you "spillin' it" over at my blog!! i featured your sneak peek video.....hoping that everyone is ready to get their hands dirty and create some great art!! congrats on the class!!! :))
Just blogged about Spill It! I'm so excited about this class! Can't wait for it to begin!
Oops! Forgot to list my URL -- http://www.lantier.org/2009/09/spill-it-online-workshop.html
Carmen, I can't wait for your workshop. I've linked your video to my blog. I know you are going to have a ton of participants!!
Let's SPILL IT!
Carmen.....this workshop sounds like a blast! I've posted links and info on my Facebook page, and I really hope I win! I'd love to spill it!
Hi Carmen! Thanks for the info on your upcoming online workshop! <3 I have posted this to my facebook page: gina presser hernandez
So, I can let my other artist friends know about this cool workshop! Plus, hee hee, maybe I will win the tuition! :)
Thanks
xoxoxo
Sweet blessings,
Gina
OK, I've blogged you! Although I signed up for the course a while ago, I only now got it up on my blog. Now I need to look at the homework.
WOW, what fun your class sounds like!! I'd love a chance to win a free class with you. I love your work and would love to learn from you. I found your blog through Lori v's blog...she had posted a little video about it.
Love the painting that you just sold. Really creative and beautiful. Thanks for offering this chance for someone to win!!
Hi! I just found your class on Julie's site. Looks really interesting!
http://mandylee.net/2009/09/new-workshop-from-carmen-torbus/
Hi Carmen! Good luck with the class. You are gorgeous and so is the art you offer this world.
Here's the my blog link about you: http://ginaleekim.blogspot.com/2009/09/spill-it.html