Kind Words from Students

Marbling is an opportunity to make something unique and beautiful and every session is a new experience. You can never create the same piece twice – even if you try! I also find the whole process very therapeutic. From choosing colors to creating the patterns – you can just get lost in it and focus on your work, rather than all the other things going on in your life and your head. – Ann O.

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I love that marbling is different every time! The weather, the paint, the bath – it’s never the same. There is a freedom from having to “do it right.” – Julie P.

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Barb’s marbling class was exciting with lots of energy. And quiet, too – a place to create where I could work at my own pace with feedback and room to experiment. The materials were always well organized and easy to use and Barb was always enthusiastic and willing to help. – Melanie S.

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Barb is a great teacher! She is patient, always willing to share her knowledge and studio. Her positive attitude and excitement radiates throughout the studio. – Audra G.

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Marbling is magic! Each piece you create is unique and the process is very meditative – you prep the bath, you alum the paper, pick your colors, mix the paints…and when ready, you let it rip! – Patricia V.

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What drew me to marbling was it was easy to learn. I soon found out it takes much practice to master but what has kept me coming back is the depth and wide range of possibilities you can achieve. It was awesome!! My first class and I was hooked. – Audra G.

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Barb’s class is so much fun! Clear and linear instruction made it easy to understand what to do and why we do it that way. The time flew by! I felt a sense of accomplishment right away! – Julie P.

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Barb is an excellent teacher. She makes the process easy to understand and learn and she is very collaborative and helpful. I have learned SO MUCH from her. – Patricia V.

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What I love about marbling is the meditative nature of the art. It takes full concentration and, for me, that results in tuning out the rest of the world. Barb explained and demonstrated everything well. – Ann H.

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Barb’s style is encouraging and inviting. The historical background and step-by-step information she provides forms a solid foundation for truly understanding the art of marbling. Barb’s sense of freedom and ease in the tank naturally inspires others to give themselves over to the creative process. – Julie P.

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I learned so much in a short time and I surprised myself with what I produced! Barb is a great teacher. She has infinite patience, is calm, and encouraging. – Joan M.

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Barb is such a great teacher. Her enthusiasm for marbling is contagious and she gets so excited right alongside you as you try new things. It’s like when you see new things through your kids’ eyes – that’s how Barb works with her students. – Ann O._DSC4439-Mabel-141004

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The class was thoroughly engaging! I enjoyed learning the history about this fascinating art form. And Barb was encouraging and helpful! She provided instruction when necessary and allowed us to experiment. – Tina K.

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Barb’s class was SO MUCH FUN! It was an artistic awakening for me – seriously. I just fell in love with it and was so amazed by all the possibilities. That’s really what marbling is about – endless and beautiful possibilities. – Ann O.

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Every creation is an adventure…pulling the paper off the top of the water ALWAYS results in a surprise! It was one of the funnest days ever. And Barb is one of the funnest teachers ever – very knowledgeable, enthusiastic, supportive, encouraging. – Christine M.