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Behind The Scenes – Filming My DVDs

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Last year was really a whirlwind of a year and I might have to pinch myself still in disbelief things really happened- LOL. For example my trip to Cincinnati, Ohio where I was invited to film some Mixed Media DVD’s for F&W Media (parent company of Cloth Paper Scissors,  Artists Magazine, North Light Books,  Artists and Makers and many many more).

It was quite an operation and it was pretty cool to see how filming outside of a tiny messy studio with a little webcam works and how much work and how many awesome fun people are involved. Let me show you some behind the scenes photos :)

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I was so crazy nervous the first of the four days- you have no idea. Besides being nervous about the whole camera situation I also became pretty aware that I have an accent and make language mistakes …what if I would really blow it…LOL. No worries though …I think I compensated that with funny faces ;)

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Everything was good – The crew was super super sweet and Kristy Conlin who was my “student” for the filming was super fun to work with! We laughed a lot …

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And made smart comments about weird things…

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and made very important decisions on what to eat for lunch

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and just picked on each other ….LOL

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and smiled….a lot …when we didn’t know if the camera was already rolling or not…

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Here is Amy Jones, my producer – she is so sweet and awesome and organized and really put me at ease and was just amazingly encouraging and welcoming!

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She also kept all of us in check …because you know…lot’s of Shenanigans happened during the takes ;)

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Lot’s of cameras and lot’s of light- boy – it was HOT in there …I have a new respect for everyone working in studios …ever walked through the light section of a big department store in your winter jacket? Double that feeling and you are close! Because of the noise you can’t run the air conditioner to cool it down either and it was a really warm November on top. So every time we were done with a take we pretty much went out side to cool off a bit.

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It was great to see how they had set up the set with my artwork

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This is Sam – above – so much fun to work with him and Erin – below left. They are amazing!!!

And see George mounted on the camera?

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Yup- that is a trick to keep you reminded to look at him and so into the camera while talking …because…it is awkward to talk to the a camera…but talking to George …ha …nice ;)

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Amy stuck George into my Art Journal when I went home, which I forgot until I was teaching a class at Pratt where he fell out …very weird moment- LOL – try and explain that ;)…I need to do a page with him – LOL

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Such a wonderful crew of people- It was so wonderful to work with them and the four days went by really quick. I hope I will see them again :)

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The DVD’s are estimated to come out in March this year and I am looking forward to tell you what the content is- that I wasn’t allowed to share yet :)

I hope all of you on the East Coast are all warm and safe right now with the snow storm – I am snuggled into my warm studio and I am planning on doing some artwork and eat some hearty stew today. Have a wonderful weekend!

Nat

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  • Kasia Krzyminska

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    Looks like fun! I bet it must have been a great experience, especially if George was included. I may use that tip by the way :D

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  • Sandra Miaskoff

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    Hi Nat, thanx for the tour, it was great reading it because your happiness came through.
    Sandy

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  • Mary Beth Shaw

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    What fun, you and Kristy!! I’m sure it will be amazing. Love that crew :)

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  • Seth

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    Thanks for sharing the behind the scenes Nat. I bet you rocked it and no doubt these DVDs will be well received. Congratulations.

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    • nathalie-kalbach

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      Thank you Seth for your constant encouragement – you are the best!

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  • Maua

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    It looks like you had a grand time, in spite of being nervous before you started. You are an awesome teacher, and I know that is what shone through. So…now you are a star!!

    Snug in and stay warm, hope you don’t get too much snow!

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    • nathalie-kalbach

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      awe – thank you Maura!!! And nah – a mixed media dvd does not make you a star …LOL – just a normal Kraut ;)
      hope you are safe and sound too and have a nice warm day – assuming you are also getting slammed with snow today.

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  • Rae Missigman

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    This looks like it was a whoot of a time – the best kind! I can not wait to see what you created! Thanks for a fun tour of your trip!

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    • nathalie-kalbach

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      I agree -the fun makes it the best kind! Thank you for your sweet comment Rae!

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Upcoming In-Person Classes

This year I will not be able to teach as much as in the past years, as I am writing my book (which is exciting and scary at the same time :) ) But here are a couple classes that I will be teaching in the next couple months in person. I would be super thrilled to have you!

January 31st, 2016 – Mixed Media Printmaking in NYC at PRATT – Manhattan Campus

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February 7th, 2016 – Raw Canvas Staining in NYC at PRATT – Manhattan Campus

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March 4-6, 2016 – Art Rules- Art in Translation – at My Heart’s Fancy in Edmond, Oklahoma 

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“Let’s explore several master artists and get inspired by their artwork and techniques to create wonderful and unique art journal pages.Whether it be Andy Warhol’s cheating technique or Rothko’s amazing color combinations, there are many different Master Artists whose masterful skills can serve as a starting point for your own artwork.  Find out what you like and what works for you.  Learn about opacity and layering, colors, troubleshooting, mixing materials, making your own tools, creating backgrounds and patterns.  We will work with acrylic paints, inks, markers, wax bars and other paint media to create dimension and texture.  We will make the most of stencils, stamps, mono printing plates and generic tools to make our own mark.  Get ready to Rule Your Art Journal!”

Class hours:
Friday, the 4th: 4 pm to 8 pm
Saturday, the 5th: 10 am to 6 pm (1 hour for lunch)
Sunday, the 6th: 10 am to 2 pm

More details and Sign-Up Information here

April 8-10, 2016 – Mixed Media Circus Art Journaling Adventure with Nat Kalbach & Julie Fei-Fan Balzer – at Artified in Wichita (Victoria),Australia

More details and Sign-Up Information here 

April 15-17, 2016 – Mixed Media Circus Art Journaling Adventure with Nat Kalbach & Julie Fei-Fan Balzer – at Darkroom Door Art Studio – 1h north of Sydney, Australia

More details and Sign-Up Information here

 

Hope I will see some of you at any of those workshops! I always love seeing you in person!

Have a wonderful day!!

Nat

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  • Linda on the Prairie

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    I am so excited that you are coming back to My Heart’s Fancy in Oklahoma! That will be the best weekend of 2016.

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    • nathalie-kalbach

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      Awe- cannot wait to see you again, Linda!!! We are going to have loads of fun!!!

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  • Sue Clarke

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    I would love to meet you in person Nat!
    Maybe I’ll put the workshop you do with Julie in Australia on my bucket list. Wising you a creative day and how exciting about your upcoming book!!

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    • nathalie-kalbach

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      That would be a hoot to have you – Julie and I would be so happy to see you :)

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Sign up NOW! Six more days until Creative JumpStart 2016 starts!

Have you signed up for Creative JumpStart 2016 yet? Get your creative groove and mojo back with 24 artists and 25 inspiring downloadable videos – Art in Translation – during the month of January! Check out who is part of CJS2016 this year:

And the best thing? Right now it is on SALE: You get 25 videos for just $45 (USD) for a limited time if you sign up before December 31, 2015 at 11:59 pm (EST)! After December 31st, 2015 it will be 50 USD. Sign up here!

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Don’t forget: On Sale now for 45USD!!!

It is going to be a lot of fun and super inspiring! It will give you a huge kick with inspirational ideas, tutorials and insights into other artists’ work! Make 2016 your art year!!!

We are looking forward seeing you January 1st, 2016!

Nat

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  • Maude Leake

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    I signed up when you first offered this thru Julie’s site. I got charged, but did not get anything else saying I was set. I may of put wrong e-mail address on the paypal. My credit card was charged.

    Can you help???

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    • nathalie-kalbach

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      Maude, I actually emailed you three times, and the email bounced, so I think you did indeed provide a faulty address. I am going to email you right now again to the email I see here and hope you receive it. If you see this comment and have still not received anything, can you check your spam folder, and if not there- can you contact me directly? Thank you! I got you and we get you in :)

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Action Today or … In My Art Journal Today

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My wonderful friend Karen posted her quote on her facebook page and inspired me to create this journal spread:

“Be in action today to create the tomorrow of your dreams” – Karen C. Auld. There is so much truth in this- love it!

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The colors were inspired by the flowers that are blooming again on my deck …it is crazy warm here for this time of the year!

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I painted the background with different shades and tones of green and then used a spray painted stencil to create a reverse imprint on the spread. It was a quick page- but it felt good to get the hands messy and enjoy some beautiful colors.

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the poor girl looks a bit pale- I think she needs some action ;) I used pencils and markers as well as some other pens for her.

I will post the supply list at the end!

—– On another note! I am coming back to Sweden – Stockholm for some workshops next year – May 27-29, 2016 – woot woot!!!! —-

Check out the announcement and classes here if you are in the area – I would love to see you!!!!

 

I taught at this event a couple years ago and it was amazing – I am looking forward seeing some familiar and also some new faces again!

…….and here as promised the supply list for the art journal spread –

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I wish you a gorgeous day!

Nat

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  • Joi@RR

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    What a neat project. I’m sure that my take is totally off the wall but here it is. The background is so light and airy and cheerful – so fun. But the figure is so much darker, grungy, hooded… stagnant looking. Then your sentiment…. tells me that there are opportunities and dreams to be had but only if we are not stagnant – only if we don’t lose hope… and for me… only if I dare to dream!!!!!! Great message here – thank you Nat!!! j.

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Creative JumpStart 2016 – 5th Editon!!!

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I’m officially announcing Creative JumpStart (CJS) 2016! This is our 5th year. I am so excited!!! . If you’re not familiar with CJS, it’s a one-of-a-kind online event to kick your creativity into high gear in January 2016.

Learn techniques, discover new materials, and connect with artists and crafters.

Throughout January participants get 25 downloadable videos from 24 featured artists.  You heard right – DOWNLOADABLE  which is a big change from recent years.

See yourself who the artists aka JumpStarters are for this year:

You get 25 videos for just $45 (USD) for a limited time if you sign up before December 31, 2015 at 11:59 pm (EST)! After December 31st, 2015 it will be 50 USD.

But wait – it gets better: as my valued reader, you’ll get $5 extra off today. Just use this coupon code during checkout:

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*This is a limited offer valid from 10:00 am Dec 4, 2015 to 11:59 pm EST on Dec 11, 2015.

So what are you waiting for? Sign up here, and apply the coupon code during check out process!

I hope to see you at CJS 2016!

Nat

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  • jacqvz

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    Looking forward to it! :-)

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  • Jenny Petricek

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    Looks like a wonderful event, Nathalie! I’m going to check it out!

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  • Rebecca Buchanan

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    Hi Nathalie! I just paid for CJS 2016 but I think I got too much discount. PayPal gave me a receipt for only $40 payment. Very nice, but I want to pay you the correct amount which I believe should be $45 with the earlybird discount. Let me know how to get you the extra $5. Thank you for doing this again. So excited that everything is downloadable this year. Thank you thank you.

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  • Gloria J Zucaro

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    I just paid with PayPal. Is there any other kind of registration? How will I know when we are starting? Will I get a supplies list ahead of time?
    Thanks, Gloria

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    • nathalie-kalbach

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      HI Gloria, no worries, give me a couple hours to get you into the database. You won’t get lost and be able to access soon – but there was a glitch in the website, which I am fixing right now.

      thank you for your patience and sorry for the website troubles!
      Nat
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  • Lisa Flaherty

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    Hooray!! So excited for this edition of CJS, Nat!! Thank you so much!!

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Mixed Media “Printmaking” : Upcoming Class at Pratt SCPS December 13,2015

Sign up for my Mixed Media “Printmaking” Class December 13, Workshop at Pratt School of Continuing and Professional Studies, Manhattan Campus, NYC, USA – it is going to be heaps of fun!

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Registration is open here or better yet call 855.551.7727 at Pratt to registrate. I hope to see you there!!!

 

Nat

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  • Peggy

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    Interested in calendar…I live in Colorado. Email to you didn’t work.

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Sydney, Australia – here we come: Mixed Media Circus: Art Journal Adventure

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My friend Julie Fei-Fan Balzer and I will be teaching the Mixed Media Circus: Art Journal Adventure workshop 1 hour North of Sydney in Berkley Vale – at the Darkroom Door Art Studio , Australia April 15 -17, 2016. 

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More information and Signup for the class here

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You can sign up for this 3-Day-Workshop here: Mixed Media Circus: Art Journaling Adventure. We would really love to see you there*-and we are super excited to come Down Under and it will loads of fun and a real art journaling adventure!

*if you are in the Melbourne area and would love to join us there- we are teaching at Artified April 8-10,2016 – sign up and more info here

have a gorgeous day,

Nat

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Art Journaling Live 2 – Available NOW

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Soooo excited about this. Some of you might remember that in July I joined my friends Julie Fei-Fan Balzer, Dina Wakely and Mary Beth Shaw in Texas for a Art Journaling Live Workshop with 75 students. The four of us taught  different art journaling techniques and the event was recorded on video. Here is a little sneak peak

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You’ll love this art journaling video workshop if:

  • You missed the Art Journaling LIVE event, but want the instruction from the sessions
  • You are a fan of mixed-media artists Mary Beth Shaw, Dina Wakley, Julie Fei-Fan Balzer, and Nathalie Kalbach
  • You want to learn exclusive techniques to grow your artistic skillset

Learn More about Each Session:
In “The Abstracted Journal,” StencilGirl Mary Beth Shaw gives you techniques for creating your own stickers, decorative tape, collage papers and more as you create an abstract art journal spread with unique component parts!

Complete two art journal pages with Dina Wakley in her class, “Random by Design,” as she gives you four fail-proof guidelines for creating an expressive, random look in your art journal without creating chaos!

In “Easy Lettering,”Julie Fei-Fan Balzer shows you ways to use your own handwriting to create more than 24 fancy lettering styles. Then, learn the best way to add shadows to make your text pop off the page!

Join Nathalie Kalbach for “Tooling Around,” in which she’ll show you how to create lusciously layered backgrounds by pushing your mixed-media tools to the max. Take part in a roomful of fun as you experiment with more than 10 techniques!
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You can now preorder the DVD set with 2 DVD’s with all four of us or download the videos right away.

If you only want to buy single Downloads or DVDs for example of my session – you can do this too  (but hey- get the whole package- it is so much fun!): Art Journaling Live 2: Tooling Around with Nathalie Kalbach Video Download
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For those of you who have been at the event: your complimentary downloads to the event will go out in the next 2-3 weeks !!!

 


Have a gorgeous day!!!

Nat

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  • Denise Spillane

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    It was a great day! I loved the class. Now I can get the video so I don’t forget the tips and process!

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Sign up for my Art Journaling 101 Class in NYC this weekend!

Just a reminder that I am teaching an Art Journaling 101 Class in NYC at Pratt Institute at the Manhattan Campus this coming sunday. Anyone can join – just call 855.551.7727 and register for PMFA506! You more or less only have to bring a book or watercolor paper and some brushes – all else will be provided!

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I would love to see you there if you are in the area!!!

Nat

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