Wings of Hope

Art Journaling class

Connect to your inner fairy and create an art journal page that honors the magic within.

 
 

Click the video to see inside the class!

 
 
 

When the world feels scary and uncertain, it can be so hard to show up as your best, most joyful and hopeful self. But art can help!

Do you ever feel like...

 
 

Making art seems pointless and superficial when there’s so much darkness and fear in the world.

And yet, that’s precisely when we, and the people in our lives, need an extra dose of joy, beauty and love, to lift our spirits up. I believe with all my heart that your art is your gift to the world. Don’t give it up! When you feel creatively fulfilled, it will ripple out in ways you can’t even imagine.

Stress and worry can completely block your creativity.

I know what that’s like. But it’s in those moments that we need creative self-care the most, and a way to let out our emotions. Art journaling is the perfect outlet for that. It will help you slow down, breathe and shift your mindset to more positive thoughts that will help you feel stronger and less anxious, as you face life’s challenges.

Your thoughts are all over the place and you have no idea how to even get started.

That’s what I’m here for: let me take you by the hand and guide you step by step, as you express your thoughts and feelings through art that comes from your heart and soul. Creating your own unique fairy will give you a sense of accomplishment (no drawing skills needed!) and renewed confidence in your own magic.

 
 

allow yourself to mindfully embrace your creativity, and open your wings!

 

What if...

  • you took some creative self-care time that will help you show up in your life with more strength and hope, no matter how uncertain the world may seem?

  • your art journal could become a magical portal that helps you reconnect to your inner fairy, and all the wisdom she has to offer you?

  • you could cultivate hope in your creative process, so it ripples out into your life and lifts you up like a beautiful pair of strong, colorful wings?

In this class, I invite you to create a fairy and focus on the theme of Hope. As she stands before the horizon, her soul full of dreams and wishes, what awaits her on the other side?…

This soulful lesson will help you find your wings again, and open them with renewed hope and confidence.

Open your journal, open your wings!

Hi, I’m Laly Mille

To me, art journaling is more than just making art, it’s the best kind of creative self-care! I love how this beautiful practice allows me to:

  • Explore and express my thoughts and emotions, even the uncomfortable ones, in the safe, intimate container of my art journal.

  • Shift my mood and lift me up by helping me reconnect to the wisdom of my spirit, the strength of my heart and the magic of my inner soul.

I’m like you, sometimes my creative juices run low. That's why in this class, on top of creating your own fairy, I’m going to show you a very easy and relaxing way to re-spark your inspiration, by using existing art as inspiration for a new piece! When you really love something you’ve created, it can be so much fun to use it again as a starting point. Plus, retracing your steps is a great way to practice and grow your artistic skills.

So, to begin with, I'm going to show you one of my favorite art journal spreads, then I’ll show you how to create a "sister" page inspired by it. You’ll soon see that, despite the similarities, the story always unfolds in new and different ways...

what Students said:

"Something I love about Laly's classes is that you aren't just copying a teacher. You learn how to make your own original art using Laly's methods!"

— KARINE K.

“Laly’s classes each teach something different. Her approach to art journaling has changed the way I approach my own work. So often Laly’s voice is in my head, encouraging, inspiring, motivating. She is such a great teacher who inspires you to be who you are fearlessly.”

— BETSY R.

“Laly, you are the best gift I have given myself in a very long time! I am completely enchanted, energized and inspired. Thank you so much!”

— MARGARET M.

JOIN the class & let hope fill your heart

59 USD / 59 EUR

Around 2 Hours Of Video Lessons    Self-paced Online Art Class    Instant, Lifetime Access    Private Community Forum

The Lessons

Using collage to create a story, and paint to bring it all together, let me guide you step by step as you create a meaningful and poetic page.

This art journaling lesson is all about honoring your inner magic, knowing that there is more to you than it seems, and that you can walk your path with renewed hope and confidence, if you just trust your wings.

Part 1

First Layers

Remember that this is all about taking time for you, for your heart and soul. So, make your space inviting and inspiring, breathe, relax, mindfully gather your materials, choose your colors and start imagining what your page and your fairy will look like…

I’ll guide you to:

  • Get set up with your art supplies

  • Select collage elements for your background

  • Create a soft, layered and loose background with paints

  • Create the basis of your fairy’s body and wings from copyright-free images (no drawing skills needed!)

You can start on a blank page or, if you’re anything like me, you might already have a few “just-started” backgrounds or unfinished pages in your journal, waiting to become the starting point for something more!

Part 2

Build The Story

In this next step, you’ll start to imagine the story of your page. Trust the process and let it unfold! Mine turned into a snowy, dormant landscape, where my spring-inspired fairy brings new life and hope. Yours can be completely different!

I’ll guide you to:

  • Think about the composition of your page: what is your fairy surrounded by? Is she going somewhere? You can even give her a little companion like a bird or another sweet animal!

  • Trace a simple, textured horizon line: what hopes and possibilities might await your fairy on the other side?

  • Choose whimsical collage elements that will give your page more depth and a magical, fairy-tale like feel.

  • Seamlessly blend the various elements of your page with paints, pens, pencils and more, to create a cohesive look. That’s the magic of mixed media!

Part 3

Bring Your Page To Life

It’s time to add an extra layer of magic with beautiful, meaningful finishing touches!

I love this stage of the process because it’s playful and fun, and at the same time the story deepens. That’s when the wisdom of your inner fairy is sure to show up, so take your time and listen to her whispers…

I’ll guide you to:

  • Add a quote or poem to your page (mine has a bold and grungy look, but yours can be different)

  • Journal your thoughts and emotions into your art

  • Add plenty of delightful finishing touches that will add more beauty, emotion, and meaning to your page, while making it unique and truly your own.

 

Inspirational Bonus

This class includes a curated Pinterest board to inspire your fairy, including lots of copyright-free images!

 
 
 

 What will your fairy look like?

Ever since I created my first fairy with this technique, many more have appeared in my art journal. Here are some examples to inspire yours:

 
 
 

In total, Wings of Hope has approximately 2 hours of high-quality video lessons.

I show and explain everything in detail, and I encourage you to make the process yours and work with what you’ve got. If you've ever taken a class with me, you know I like to keep it clear and super inspiring!

The class is in English with English closed captions available.

Magical pages from the students!

 
 
 
 

Recommended Supplies

Below are the materials I use in the class and they’re only suggestions. I encourage you to work with whatever you already own and love!

Inside the class, you'll find a more detailed list with links.

 
 

Basic Supplies:

  • An art journal (or you can work on loose sheets of heavy watercolor or mixed media paper)

  • Matte gel medium or other glue of your choice

  • A few paint brushes in various sizes, including a flat one for collage.

  • White gesso and/or white acrylic paint

  • Acrylic paints in colors of your choice

  • Pens & pencils of your choice, including a regular graphite pencil or mechanical pencil

  • Water & rag

A variety of collage materials:

Don’t go buy anything fancy! Look for:

  • Neutral-colored papers / text papers such as book pages, sheet music, magazine articles…

  • Colorful collage papers, including a few flowers if you wish to add some to your fairy's hair.

  • A laser print or magazine image of a bride or princess (Pinterest board included in the classroom)

A few extra items you might enjoy:

  • Inks: acrylic and/or alcohol inks

  • Watersoluble crayons like Neocolor 2

  • Black watersoluble pencil (Stabilo All or other)

  • Permanent pens & paint markers (Pitt Artist, Posca)

  • Some fiber elements like lace, cheesecloth, doilies, to add to your collage.

  • Spray bottle

  • Craft heatgun to dry your page

Your Guide
for this creative journey

Hi, I’m Laly and I'm so glad you’re here!

I’m a mixed media artist from France, and I’m here to help you turn your creativity into a fulfilling, soul-nurturing practice.

The beautiful energy of gratitude is one of the key ingredients that make the holiday season so magical. When you take stock of all the gifts, big and small, that you’ve received month after month, and when you find the silver lining in difficult times too, you realize how much is possible, no matter what.

 You may have seen me in

 
Laly Mille in her art studio sitting at table with pink laptop.
 
 

 Your Questions Answered

If you don’t find an answer below, don’t hesitate to reach out by email at support@lalymille.com. We’ll will do our best to help!

 

I've never tried art journaling or mixed media before. I can't even draw a straight line! Can I really do this class?

Absolutely! Art journaling is super freeing and forgiving, and you don’t need any special talent or drawing skills to enjoy this beautiful practice! In this class, we do “mixed media” art journaling, which means that you can use any techniques and supplies you’re most comfortable with, and incorporate images through collage. I’ll guide you through the basics and as we work with plenty of layers, you’ll see that any “mistakes” can always be fixed or covered up. Art journaling might be just what you need to fully embrace your creativity!

I don’t have a lot of art supplies. Will I need to spend a lot of money on a journal and supplies?

No! You can definitely make beautiful art even if you’re not buying premium art supplies. You’ll need a few paints and I really recommend matte gel medium as a glue, but other than that, I encourage you to use what you’ve got and go on a scavenger hunt for collage materials like magazines, old books and reclaimed papers. And if you don’t have an art journal, you can absolutely create your page on a sheet of heavy watercolor or mixed media paper, or even on a canvas!

I’m an experienced artist. Will there be anything I can learn from this class?

Absolutely! No matter if you’re already into art journaling or not, Wings of Hope is a wonderful opportunity to renew your inspiration, loosen up and feel more free, while making art that’s more unique and meaningful than ever. This class is all about taking time for YOU, to relax, rediscover and reconnect to the light of your creative soul.

 

A summary of what you’ll get

Around 2 hours of detailed videos where I share my personal process and my best creative tips.

You’ll be right by my side as I share my authentic art journaling practice, as well as my thought process and inspiration as I create, even the moments when I get stuck!

As a bonus, you’ll also have access to a curated Pinterest board with copyright-free images you can print and use to create your fairy.

My self-taught artist roots mean you won’t find any dry or technical art language here!

I have a heart-centered, non-academic teaching style, perfect for beginners all the way to experienced artists. The techniques I share are super forgiving: everything is always fixable and no drawing skills are needed. I encourage you to relax, let go of expectations, play, try new things and trust your intuition. This class is all about your own pleasure and creative fulfillment.

Get ready to go on a creative journey!

If you’re new, returning to art after a break or just need a boost of inspiration, this class will be your beacon of light. My hope is that it will give you techniques and inspiration to awaken your imagination and re-spark your creative fire!

And with lifetime access, you can revisit the class any time you like to create new fairy art (they appear in my journal more and more!), and get an extra dose of creative self-care..

Feel part of a creative community.

When you join you'll get access to our private community forum right within the classroom site, where I check in every week.

We’re a lovely tribe where you’ll be welcome just as you are. Don’t hesitate to ask questions and share what you create, the other participants and I will support you!

 
 
 

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