Time to Bloom
Springtime Special
Now only $19 with $30 OFF Abstract Florals Course
For beginners to seasoned artists -- we'll create individualized paintings that stem from intuition, creative permission, and playful expression.
Be Bold. Be Real. Be You.
Join seasoned artist, Jayme H. Mansfield, for an expressive and immersive acrylic on canvas painting adventure. Learn to approach the blank canvas with playfulness and confidence while applying bold colors, layers of texture, and surprising design elements. When finished, you will be able to hang your beautiful artwork in your home! No need to purchase pricey art from the store!
Jayme's passion for painting is contagious. Most importantly, her desire is genuine to help fellow creatives discover their own, unique painting style and embrace the creative process.
Approaching the blank and canvas with confidence and intuitively playing in the paint has never been more gratifying and fun!
Whether you are a long-time artist or a beginner, discover a special group of creatives who cheer each other on as we share works-in-progress, completed pieces, and inspirations to richly live the creative life.
You Might Be Wondering:
I see lots of artists offering online courses. Why choose you?
I’m so glad you asked. Most importantly, although I’ve been creating my own art for over 25 years (actually since I was old enough to hold a crayon), I’m a teacher at heart. Encouraging and empowering others to enjoy and be confident with the creative process has been the focus in my art studio since its inception in 2003. Both adults and kids claim it’s the best art instruction and most fun they’ve ever had playing in the paint!
But what’s so special?
I understand the importance, and know how to, deliver clear and well-paced instruction to apply vibrant color, utilize fun (and even surprising) techniques and tools to create texture, and add compositional balance and interest. Most importantly, my inviting and calm demeanor (I’ve proudly been called the “female Bob Ross) provide you the necessary encouragement and permission to create paintings that are inspired and unique to YOU – no cookie-cutter art here (although I do love cookies!).
Then, why online courses?
With a real desire for many people to retreat from daily stresses, find refreshment and rejuvenation, and even pursue a perpetual calling to discover the “artist within”, I decided to gather with you in the comfort of your home. And, to be honest, the requests for in-studio art instruction often surpass the hours in a day! My sincere hope is to share my artistic talent and passion, along with my ability to teach well, beyond my studio walls … thus, online offerings are here and I look forward to joining you on a shared artistic journey! Let’s do this!
When You Sign Up for The Painterly Life Online Art Courses You Will Get:
>> Detailed, start-to-finish, step-by-step painting videos
>> Recommended supply lists (both online and downloadable pdf)
>> Access to The Painterly Life, private FB Group for feedback and to be part of an enthusiastic creative community
>> Bonus Material, Discounts, and Freebies
>> Instant and Lifetime Access
>> Satisfaction Guarantee or Money Back
How long do I have access to the course after purchasing and when can I access?
You’ll immediately receive a link via email to the course and have UNLIMITED ACCESS!
The course is designed for you to work at your own pace – stop, start, review, redo—as many times as you like. The course is not downloadable due to piracy issues and to keep the course from being resold. And, I thank you in advance for not sharing your private course link :)
Check out this FREE course preview!
What supplies are needed?
Recommended supplies are listed in each course. Basically, you’ll need a couple sizes of brushes, basic primary colors, suggested other fun colors to try, canvas or acrylic paper, palette (can be a paper plate), and a water tub. Art supplies come in a wide array of prices—work within your budget—you can always add/upgrade later.
Are the courses for beginners? Occasional dabblers? Seasoned artists?
Yes! My approach to painting is intuitive, playful, and inviting to ALL levels of artists (you don’t even need to know how to draw!). Intentionally, the videos are paced based on real-time painting (not time-lapsed where your head starts to spin!). Beginning artists are encouraged to follow my lead to learn and experiment with the BASIC ELEMENTS of ART (color, line, shape, form, texture, value, space). As you discover your unique and individualized painting style, other PRINCIPLES of ART (balance, proportion, unity, harmony, variety, emphasis, rhythm, and movement, will emerge and blossom as we step through painting together. For seasoned artists who are looking for a new approach (perhaps an excuse to run wildly in a new direction!), I promise you’ll find refreshing waters!
Is there a way to get feedback and encouragement about my paintings?
Yes! I highly encourage you to join my private FB Group, The Painterly Life, where members can post their work, ask for feedback, and enjoy the wide variety of approaches to the creative life.
Acrylic Abstract Flowers Curriculum
You can watch the FREE PREVIEW videos!
How long do I have access to the course after purchasing and when can I access?
You’ll immediately receive a link via email to the course and have UNLIMITED ACCESS!
The course is designed for you to work at your own pace – stop, start, review, redo—as many times as you like. The course is not downloadable due to piracy issues and to keep the course from being resold. And, I thank you in advance for not sharing your private course link :)
Abstract Florals
My Floral Abstraction series is my sweet-spot of intuitive, adventurous, and intimate connection with others, and most importantly, God. Faith continually leads me to refreshing waters--loose brushwork, layers of vibrant color, evolving shapes and elements--giving insight into the complexity and meaning of life.
Beginners to Seasoned Artists
We are all created to be creative beings -- every one of us! Whether you are boldly stepping into a new artistic adventure or expanding the journey, you will be welcomed, encouraged, and edified with fresh and meaningful instruction.
It Starts Here.
Through my modeling and explanation of various art materials, painting techniques, and application of the principles of art, your creations will be an expression of YOU -- as they should be! Inspiration abounds, encouragement is sincere, and fun is to be had. Let's get started!
Come Play In the Paint with Me! Play in the Paint
Loosening the reins and leaning into a creative life—that’s Jayme’s sweet spot as an artist, author, and educator. For twenty years, Jayme has guided others in their artistic pursuits at her long-time art studio, Piggy Toes, and in classrooms for both children and adults. Her focus is helping to instill the truth that we are all creative beings and have the ability to expressively create in many forms and disciplines. The transformative power of art and faith are also common threads in her award-winning novels, Chasing the Butterfly, RUSH, and Seasoned.
As to her passion for painting …
“My paintings are an expression of my most real and complete self. Immense freedom, connection, and peace result when brush and paint are laid to canvas and paper. Mistakes are welcomed. Risk-taking is protocol. Grace, trust, and kindness are essential. That’s how I enjoy the ride.
My Floral Abstraction series is my sweet-spot of intuitive, adventurous, and intimacy with others, and most importantly, God. Faith continually leads me to refreshing waters—lose brushwork, layers of vibrant color, evolving shapes and elements—giving insight to the complexity and meaning of life.
From snowy landscapes reminiscent of my home state of Colorado to extensive travels in Europe, lounging on dreamy beaches, focusing on the stillness of still life, journeying in my imagination, and embracing a menagerie of well-loved animals, my subject matter varies as each painting is a new challenge. Acrylic, watercolor, oil and soft pastel, ink, paper, embedded words and images, and pages from my novels are my playmates in the sandbox of the painterly life."
Jayme lives at the base of the Colorado Rocky Mountains where she and her husband have survived raising three hungry, hockey-playing sons. Currently, two very needy Golden Retrievers, Millie and Bella, run the roost.
