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Conceive Of, Complete & Present a Cohesive Series Infused With Your Unique Artistic Voice in 16 Weeks

Don’t Put Off Creating Your Meaningful Body of Work

You might be…

  • A creator who has a body of work in you that you want to create during this lifetime

  • Someone who came to art late in life, and now you’re learning all you can about art-making

  • Currently employed, and you want to make the most of your limited creating time

  • Tired of calling yourself an artist but not having any real art to show for it

You might be an artist who…

  • Pursued art earlier in your life, and you’re now returning to art after taking a break (career, family, caregiving, illness, etc.)

  • Hasn’t yet achieved the unified body of work you would love to make

  • Has a commercial career, and now you’re turning your attention to your personal art

  • Has a show coming up, and you want to make your work the best it can be

  • Wants to create work that you can show, share, and sell in the next 6 months or less, even with a busy schedule

In the CAC,
creating a series is simple.

When you join the CAC, you start with the simple goal of creating a series of 10 pieces.

Everyone has the same goal, and we all support each other to make that happen.

We walk you through every single step inside the CAC program.

The process that we teach is simple, clear, straightforward, and it works.

We ONLY focus on what is vital for you to create your work while helping you manage the mental blocks that can keep you stuck.

You create a new body of your real work. Period.

We’re David Limrite & Jordan Blaquera

Together we have:

  • Managed a private art school

  • Collaborated on the book Create Anyway that helps artists to create with confidence

  • Helped nearly 100 artists conceive of, create and present a cohesive new series of work in 16 weeks (or less)

  • We’ve found the SIMPLEST path so you can finally get your ideas out of your head and onto the canvas (or whatever substrate you work on).

  • Get immersed in the creative process.

  • Stay focused.

  • Progress quickly.

  • Go deeper as an artist.

  • Stay motivated.

  • And create your new body of work.

“I think it's really important (for those who can) to do the CAC again and again... I got more out of the second time than I did the first, third time than I did the second. And now I feel like I really do have a handle on it. A handle on myself, mindset, and mark-making.”

— Helen Lavelle, CAC Artist

Creating with your Authentic Voice doesn’t have to be mysterious.

Step 1

Think Like an Artist
& Identify Your Artistic Voice

Step 2

Elevate your Work
with Professional Critique

Step 3

Complete a New Series
in 16 Weeks

Step 4

Present your Work
with Confidence and Ease

©2023 Elizabeth Hale EVENING Image

Evening
©2024 Elizabeth Hale

Using our proven Center of Interest Circles®, you will determine exactly what you’re going to create. No more wasting time, becoming scattered or letting life get in the way.

You will avoid distractions and eliminate indecision.

Our Center of Interest Circles® Process allows artists to get into their studios and begin working immediately.

You will get right to work without confusion, overwhelm or paralyzing perfectionism.

Conceive Of, Complete & Present a Cohesive Series Infused With Your Unique Artistic Voice in 16 Weeks

In the first 30 days

 

You will Stop

  • Wondering how to be cohesive with your work

  • Doubting that you can create a series

  • Trying to figure out what your series will be about

  • Thinking you’re not ready to create your real work

  • Hopping all over the place with regard to tutorials, techniques, materials, subject matter & focus

You will Start

  • Committing to Artist Identity

  • Gaining clarity regarding your Artistic Voice (Visual Voice + Narrative Voice)

  • Zeroing in on exactly what your series will be about

  • Creating your new series that will be ready to show, share & sell

  • Turning in your first pieces for personalized, expert critique

  • Experiencing massive momentum

And that’s just the beginning…

 

There are 8 Additional Modules to Enhance Your Creativity

MODULE 2
Assess to Accelerate

  • How to effectively assess your work.

  • Determine whether and what adjustments need to be made so you’re never stuck on a piece.

MODULE 3
Thought Innovation

  • Focus is on your internal beliefs about your talent, ability, artwork, work habits, potential & future.

  • Develop perseverance as an artist

MODULE 4
Creating Confidence

  • Release self-doubt, self-consciousness, and self-judgment.

  • Decrease anxiety.

  • Increase resilience.

MODULE 5
Brushes Down

  • Learn the benefits of pausing your process so you can really see what is happening in your art — and respond to it.

MODULE 6
Courage to be a Risk-Taker

  • Increase willingness to experiment, explore and take artistic risks.

  • Stop feeling precious or timid about your work.

MODULE 7
Surviving Setbacks

  • Disappointments, dashed expectations & setbacks are normal.

  • It’s what you do next that matters most.

MODULE 8
Navigating Criticism & Rejection

  • Don’t let the judgment of others shut you down creatively.

  • Learn to handle negative feedback with greater ease.

MODULE 9
Sharing Your Work

  • Decide when and how to share your work.

  • Be confident showing your work to others (both personally or professionally).

Conceive Of, Complete & Present a Cohesive Series Infused With Your Unique Artistic Voice in 16 Weeks

This is a highly individualized, high-touch program.

Only 26 artists may enroll.

 

The CAC is unlike other programs.

  • It includes proven curriculum tested by nearly 140 artists

  • You receive expert, professional & personalized critique of your artwork, which considers the intention you have for your entire body of work

  • The cohesion & quality of your work as a whole is taken into account (rather than single, disparate pieces)

  • We support your Artist Identity and help you build the resilient mindset needed to be a courageous, risk-taking artist

  • The program won’t sit on your laptop; there is high-touch engagement

  • Enrollment is capped at 26 artists 

  • You won’t be one of hundreds (or thousands) of faceless artists

 

Expert, Laser-Focused Critiques.

Professional. Powerful. Kind.

Priceless.

CRITIQUES

  • Each artist receives a total of four (4) Critiques during the CAC.

  • Each Critique Session will consist of multiple artists receiving a critique filled with guidance and feedback on one of their pieces.

  • Being exposed to the diversity and creativity of your fellow CAC artists is an exciting and instructive part of the CAC experience.

"How does he do it? David has the ability to critique any media at any expertise level. In the CAC, he has helped artists with painting, ceramics, wood sculpture, mixed media, and drawing."

— JAN D., Arroyo Grande, CA, CAC Artist

 

EMPOWERMENT SESSIONS

You’ll receive coaching on the obstacles that may arise during the creation of your series including productivity, procrastination, perfectionism, self-doubt, judgment, and fear of rejection. Weekly Module Assignments will also be reviewed.

 

“Since joining your program, I’ve faced up to my fears around 2 paintings where I was stuck, and have begun to sort out ways to complete them, address concerns I already had, and just get on with it.”

— QUINNE FOKES, During Week 2

ACCELERATE SESSIONS

  • Assess your progress midway through the CAC.

  • Become clear on what is working with your artistic process so you can lean in and do more of that.

  • Determine if there are any adjustments you need to make?

  • Clarify what’s not working and get mentoring on deciding how to move forward.

What Lies Beneath Nest
©2023 Francine Fanali, CAC Artist

GROUP ONLINE RECEPTION & EXHIBIT

The Create Anyway Collective culminates with a Group Online Reception & Exhibit*.

This is an opportunity to present your work and show it publicly as part of the CAC Curriculum.

Each artist will be interviewed live as part of an Artist Feature, which also includes a selection of works from their CAC Series.

*Certain guidelines & qualifications apply in order to be included. Additional details will be provided.

CAC CALENDAR

 

Full CAC Dates:

  • TBD

  • Most sessions are held Weds & Fri, 10:30-11:45am** PT (Details are below.)

  • All Sessions are recorded.

Create Anyway Kickstart:

  • TBD

  • Meets Mon/Weds/Fri @ 10:30-11:45am PT

Program continues:

  • TBD

    • Meets Weds & Fri, 10:30-11:45am** PT

  • Online Reception is TBD

    • 9am PT: Tech

    • 10am PT: Reception

*Exceptions to the above schedule are:

  • No sessions on:
    TBD

**Note: Critique Sessions may be longer or shorter depending on number of artists critiqued. Maximum Critique Session length is 90 minutes.

Support. Encouragement. Community.

I enjoyed meeting all of the other artists in our group. It was…helpful for me to hear all of their fears, struggles and moments of doubt. It made me feel like I wasn’t alone with all of those feelings. And then for us to share and help each other move forward in our creativity.

— BILLIE C, Pinyon Crest, CA

CREATE ANYWAY COLLECTIVE

 

Artist Mentorship including:

  • 9 In-Depth Modules

  • Create Anyway Kickstart
    (6 Sessions)

  • 8 Empowerment Sessions

    • (plus 6 during the Create Anyway Kickstart)

  • 2 Accelerate Sessions

  • 1 Creative Process Session

  • 2 Special Topic Sessions

  • 5 Artwork Deadlines

  • 10 Pieces will be created (minimum)

  • 4 Critiques of your Own Work

  • View All the Critiques that your Fellow CAC Artists Receive

  • Online Reception & Exhibit
    (Guidelines apply)

  • Camaraderie & Community with your Fellow CAC Artists

 

Space is Limited to 26 Artists.

$2,077

Bonus 1:
ELEVATE YOUR CREATIVE SPACE

  • Take a fresh look at your studio

  • Let go of what’s outdated &
    doesn’t serve you anymore

  • Prepare your space to create your
    new art & your new series

  • Make your Creative Space welcoming

  • January 20-21

Just one corner of this artist’s studio that was elevated.

Bonus 2:
DEVELOPING YOUR ARTISTIC VOICE

  • Deep dive into:

    • Your Artistic Voice
      (Visual Voice + Narrative Voice)

    • Our proven Center of Interest Circles Process

    • January 23-24

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©2024 Maria Archer, CAC Artist

Helen Lavelle
From Her Series:
Portraying Vulnerability and Pain

  • The Cry ©Helen Lavelle from Portraying Vulnerability and Pain Series

  • Crushed by Helen Lavelle

    Crushed ©Helen Lavelle from Portraying Vulnerability and Pain Series

  • Screaming Face ©Helen Lavelle from Portraying Vulnerability and Pain Series

Jessica Harris
From Her Series:
Exploring the Luminosity of Buddha Nature

  • Uplift ©2023 Jessica Harris from Exploring the Luminosity of Buddha Nature Series

  • Unfolding ©2023 Jessica Harris

    Unfolding ©2023 Jessica Harris from Exploring the Luminosity of Buddha Nature Series

  • Into the Void ©2023 Jessica Harris

    Into the Void ©2023 Jessica Harris from Exploring the Luminosity of Buddha Nature Series

Gina Yu
From Her Series:
Introvert/Extrovert

  • Untitled II ©2023 Gina Yu

    Untitled II ©2023 Gina Yu from Introvert/Extrovert Series

  • Quiet ©2023 Gina Yu

    Quiet ©2023 Gina Yu from Introvert/Extrovert Series

  • Rising ©2023 Gina Yu

    Rising ©2023 Gina Yu from Introvert/Extrovert Series

For me to move into creating a body of work is exciting.

[The CAC Process] provided a roadmap as to how I can take a concept and manifest it. Before if I’m drawing a model, it’s an external process. With this whole Chinese American [concept], it’s now become an internal process. It’s what I am feeling about that particular subject that is personal to me, which makes it 10 times more meaningful.

— Gina Yu

Lisa Bramhill
From Her Series:
My Love of Wild Animals

  • Dusk of Summer ©2023 Lisa Bramhill from My Love of Wild Animals Series

    Dusk of Summer ©2023 Lisa Bramhill from My Love of Wild Animals Series

  • The Look in Her Eyes Speak ©2023 Lisa Bramhill from My Love of Wild Animals Series

    The Look in Her Eyes Speak ©2023 Lisa Bramhill from My Love of Wild Animals Series

  • Tonic of the Wilderness ©2023 Lisa Bramhill from My Love of Wild Animals Series

    Tonic of the Wilderness ©2023 Lisa Bramhill from My Love of Wild Animals Series

By far my favorite.

Out of all the online courses I have taken this course is by far my favorite, the best, and the one I have learned so much from. And grown!!!

I am so glad I took the chance. I needed the guidance. The small community of artists made it special and comfortable.

— Lisa Bramhill

Julie Tarsha
From Her Series:
Human Transitions

  • To Winward ©2023 Julie Tarsha from her Human Transitions Series

    To Winward ©2023 Julie Tarsha from her Human Transitions Series

  • The World Rearranged ©2023 Julie Tarsha from her Human Transitions Series

    The World Rearranged ©2023 Julie Tarsha from her Human Transitions Series

  • Shadow Valley Pass ©2023 Julie Tarsha from her Human Transitions Series

    Shadow Valley Pass ©2023 Julie Tarsha from her Human Transitions Series

I can honestly say, this is going to change my world.

When you retire, you suddenly have all the time for your crazy little mind to run free and think. I LOVE the possibility of reigning that in! I absolutely love it. It's going to make my life so much better.

I have confused the ticker tape of thoughts with reality for quite awhile now and it has given me nothing but negative feelings of regret. I'm making a life decision to innovate my thoughts.

It certainly isn't easy, but the rewards! This isn't easy, but it's life changing.

— Julie Tarsha

Jennifer Hoffman
From Her Series:
Expressing the Life-Force of Plants

  • Clusia Leaves ©2023 Jennifer Hoffman from her Expressing the Life-Force of Plants Series

    Clusia Leaves ©2023 Jennifer Hoffman from her Expressing the Life-Force of Plants Series

  • Temporary Autumn ©2023 Jennifer Hoffman from her Expressing the Life-Force of Plants Series

    Temporary Autumn ©2023 Jennifer Hoffman from her Expressing the Life-Force of Plants Series

  • Sunbather ©2023 Jennifer Hoffman from her Expressing the Life-Force of Plants Series

    Sunbather ©2023 Jennifer Hoffman from her Expressing the Life-Force of Plants Series

Elena Lojevsky
From Her Series:
Depicting Particular Emotions

  • Melancholia ©2023 Elena Lojevsy from her Depicting Particular Emotions Series

    Melancholia ©2023 Elena Lojevsy from her Depicting Particular Emotions Series

  • Inception ©2023 Elena Lojevsy from her Depicting Particular Emotions Series

    Inception ©2023 Elena Lojevsy from her Depicting Particular Emotions Series

  • Never-Ending Night ©2023 Elena Lojevsy from her Depicting Particular Emotions Series

    Never-Ending Night ©2023 Elena Lojevsy from her Depicting Particular Emotions Series

OMG… [Yesterday’s session] was the most interesting, daring, honest conversation I’ve heard in years! 

[It] made me feel alive and powerful again!!

― Elena Lojevsky

Dawn McLaughlin
From Her Series:
Prelude: The Dividing Line of My Childhood

  • Keepsake ©2023 Dawn McLaughlin from her Prelude: The Dividing Line of My Childhood Series

    Keepsake ©2023 Dawn McLaughlin from her Prelude: The Dividing Line of My Childhood Series

  • Worry ©2023 Dawn McLaughlin from her Prelude: The Dividing Line of My Childhood Series

    Worry ©2023 Dawn McLaughlin from her Prelude: The Dividing Line of My Childhood Series

  • Harbinger ©2023 Dawn McLaughlin from her Prelude: The Dividing Line of My Childhood Series

    Harbinger ©2023 Dawn McLaughlin from her Prelude: The Dividing Line of My Childhood Series

It has spurred me to get to work.

[CAC Module 1] forced me to focus and think about my scattered thoughts and ideas in a more concrete and structured way. I have much less anxiety about the project and moving ahead with it. I now have a more cohesive vision of what I’d like to convey and how I’d like to convey it, and it has spurred me to get to work. Yesterday I tested out my chosen mediums on various papers. Today I developed a sketch of the piece that is most fully formed in my mind at this time.

― Dawn McLaughlin

Ana Bass
From Her Series:
Layers of a Person’s Soul

  • Mapping JB ©2023 Ana Bass from her Layers of a Person’s Soul Series

    Mapping JB ©2023 Ana Bass from her Layers of a Person’s Soul Series

  • To The Core ©2023 Ana Bass from her Layers of a Person’s Soul Series

    To The Core ©2023 Ana Bass from her Layers of a Person’s Soul Series

  • Rites of Passage ©2023 Ana Bass from her Layers of a Person’s Soul Series

    Rites of Passage ©2023 Ana Bass from her Layers of a Person’s Soul Series

Far exceeds my expectations.

I personally think you are both extraordinary at what you do and bring to the table. David, I consider you a mentor, an educator, and a friend. Jordan your connection, insight, and powerful take and ability to translate is astonishing along with your sense of humor….Far exceeds my expectations.

It is a great program and experience.

— Ana Bass

 FAQs

Are the sessions recorded?

Yes. Every Session and Critique are recorded.

What if I miss a Critique Session?

We work to accommodate your schedule so that you can attend the sessions during which your work will be critiqued. However, if you cannot attend a Critique Session in-person, you may email your questions about your piece in advance. David will critique your piece “live” at the Critique Session, including giving his answers to your questions. You will be able to see the critique and his response(s) via the replay.

Can I work small (i.e., 8 x 8, 12 x 12)?

Yes. The size of your substrates is up to you. Artists have worked on 6 inch x 6 inch pieces all the way up to 5 foot-wide pieces. We’ve also had an artist carve a 10-foot totem pole. Small or large, it’s up to you.

How long are the online materials available after the course ends?

You will have access for 60 days after the conclusion of the CAC.

Conceive Of, Complete & Present a Cohesive Series Infused With Your Unique Artistic Voice in 16 Weeks

A fast track to successful work and work habits.

[The CAC is] a uniquely powerful online venue for artists, which cannot help but transport each and every one of them onward in their quest for personal growth. It is actually a fast track to successful work and work habits, even though it takes several months. Each artist had the same revelations I had.

—Leslie

I feel my voice is in this work.

Quite honestly I felt that this CAC was AWESOME. The Center of Interest Circles® really made a difference for me in narrowing down my focus. I’m just so grateful for all of the work you and David put into this program!!!!  Because of your amazing support I feel my voice is in this work. Thank you so much!!!

— Tina

Definitely leveled-up my painting and creative process.

CAC has given me a much deeper sense of the value of my work and myself as a working artist. Your direction allowed me to find my way back to my ‘why’ from the get go. The Jump Off a Cliff Assignment in conjunction with the Center of Interest® process empowered me to take such a big leap of faith. One which has definitely leveled-up my painting and creative process. I continue to ‘jump’ daily.

— Sher

What an engaging,…inspiring experience this CAC is! I look forward to every session.

I never would have thought I would have learned so much…

…from focusing on one idea, one subject, one media for 12 weeks. I gained insight into my blocks to creating and ways to overcome them. The deadlines and submissions helped to keep me on track. I loved the way you two took each artist from where she was — each one's art and approach was valued. The whole course was incredibly well thought out to lead the artists on a personal journey and exploration of how they create their art.

— Mary Ann

You freed me to get into my heart and soul…

…and begin to identify and create the work I was meant to do for the rest of my life. I'm sure it has cut through years of bumbling around otherwise - so thank you from the bottom of my heart.

— CAC Artist

I enjoyed the critiques, and the deadlines meant that I produced more work...

The modules exploring the psychological side of creativity have been an eye opener. I appreciated that you both always related the topics and issues to experiences in your own life, not just some hypothetical situation.

— Connie

Very impressed by the level of artwork.

So many calls and messages came in from my friends and family who watched the CAC Reception. (There were a lot of them.)

Nearly everyone mentioned they were very impressed by the level of artwork, and several noted how beautifully the artists spoke about their CAC experiences.

The theme was repeated often: an appreciation and recognition of all of the hard work both of you put into the CAC. I told each and every one they were 100% correct.

— Tamara

C. Jordan Blaquera & David Limrite
Co-founders of the Create Anyway Collective

Conceive Of, Complete & Present a Cohesive Series Infused With Your Unique Artistic Voice in 16 Weeks

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