“I couldn't put your book down. And then I couldn't get to sleep that night. Wow! You did something amazing. The book is shared from such a deep place that it moved me deeply. You have captured the essence of the process just by sharing your process and your work. You have produced something so truthful and powerful.” Judith Forst
Intuitive Chi Painting
Reston, VA

“I LOVE your book - your writing is elegant, poetic and intimate -- your images and how you introduce them is very powerful, your ability to weave your personal stories and insights in with clear, articulate information about process painting is artful... everything about your book is magnificent. WELL DONE! Thank you for sharing your life path with us, your "dear readers"!!! I am recommending it to all I know!” Laurie Larsen
PH.D. candidate

“I've received your book, and I'm so impressed! I read it through in one sitting. It's an amazing chronicle of the depth the painting process can open up to. I'm so glad you've taken the time and made the effort to bring that out to the world. I hope it garners the attention it deserves!” Stewart Cubley
owner / facilitator The Painting Experience

“Your book is awesome! Wow. Really a gorgeous, powerful, very real, human offering. Layer upon layer. It is timeless. That is as good as it gets!” Send it out far and wide! Maniko Dru Dadigan
Voice & Self-Expression
Coach/Facilitator

“I just finished your book and LOVE IT! What an amazing journey you have been on. Thank you so much for sharing it with me and the world! I highly recommend both Carol’s book and her classes!” Jennifer Crebbin
Author of Soul Development Through Handwriting

“Thank you for sharing your journey so intimately and honestly. You speak so well of the doubts, questions, surrenders involved in the painting journey, and in life, which is why I have recommended it to my students. I can see some of them in your journey…and myself of course...your earlier story often resonates for me with my own.” Kathy Quigley
Facilitator and owner
Artspace
Portland OR

“Last night I woke up in middle of the night and read your book. I want to tell you how amazing and profound it is. You have touched a deep truth about the essential nature of being a human. You know that truth deep in your soul from your meditation and reading of Nisargadatta. I honor you for this essential work and tool for helping humanity. A truly unique and moving autobiography.” Nancy Herrick PA, DH

“What a brave and candid thing you've done! I felt close to you as I read about your life and journey. The way you share about the emergence of your deep connection to self will inspire all who read your book. The paintings are strong and powerful.” Maria Mattioli M.S., MFT

For home use and supplies to bring when materials are not included.

Tempera Paints

Use high quality tempera paints.
Utrecht Studio Series tempera are ideal.
Utrecht by website: www.utrechtart.com
Utrecht by phone: 1 (800) 223-9132

Ultra high quality tempera paints.
Lascaux Gouache is a pricier tempera.
Lascaux by website: www.artistcraftsman.com
Lascaux by phone: 1 (800) 876-8076

Vellum Paper

Choose paper that is not highly grainy or overly smooth.
Wausau Exact vellum is an excellent paper.
Other brands are fine too, but use these guidelines:
Try to get 80-lb Bristol Vellum around 20 X 26 or 22 X 28.
Also, 26 X 40 can be cut into two sheets of 20 X 26.
Make sure to buy white paper, not other colors.

Wausau by website: www.wausaupaper.com
Wausau by phone: 1 (715) 675-9891

Quality Brushes

Isabey 6234 series is a superior brush with excellent color reserve.
Try sizes #000, #1, #3 to start.
You can find Isabey at www.JerrysArtaRama.com


Yarka makes its own quality version of the Isabey-style brush.
Try sizes #6, #8, #10 to start.
You can find Yarka at www.rexart.com


Loew-Cornell 7000 Round is a highly affordable brush.
Try sizes #5, #10, #14 to start.
You can find Loew-Cornell at www.hofcraft.com

Required Materials

Materials are not included in our workshops. You will need to bring:

• One set of paints:
  core colors: black, white, red, orange, yellow, blue, green, and brown
  recommended also: purple, magenta, beige, sienna, yellow-green
• 3 brushes: fine, medium, and large
• Vellum paper:
  quantity: at least 15 sheets, white
  size: approximately 20 X 26 inches

Other Supplies

Standard ice-cube trays serve well as paint trays.
Fill the cells with a selection of colors and paint.
Cover moistened cells with saran wrap and store in refrigerator.




Plastic Jars store water for painting and rinsing.
Dip the brushes in jar water to keep them moist at all times as you paint.
Clean the brushes thoroughly between color changes.





Paper towels, kleenex, and rags are very handy.
You can use them to mop accidental dripping in your paintings.
They're always good for general cleanup afterwards too.

Other Vendors

In addition to the vendors featured in the links above, the vendors listed below often have the same items at comparable prices.


Molly Hawkins House
1 (888) 446-6559




Nasco Arts & Crafts
1 (800) 558-9595