Supporting your unique expression through Transformational Creativity!
Making it easy to feel passionate, creative, and connected in your everyday life!
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Upcoming FREE EVENTS:
Your Stories, Your Art, Your Book Let's Begin Together Bring your memories, your art, your voice, and leave with the beginnings of a book only you can create. Reserve Your Spot Today: Creativity Memoir |
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"Without this class, I probably would have never started..."
For years, I made notes about how nice it would be to write a book, but I never started. Without this class, I probably never would have. Nicole combines technique with the flexibility to adapt it to who you are and where you are right now. She shows you how to get through the obstacles you didn’t even know existed. The accountability buddy system keeps my project front and center, and the community is inspiring. This experience has even helped me rethink my life rhythms and what’s important to me. I feel fortunate to be in Creativity Memoir." - Ginger B.
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What is a Creativity Memoir?
A personal book that blends your stories, creativity, and life in a way that's uniquely yours. * A cookbook with family recipes and the stories behind them * A gardening guide with sketches and reflections * An illustrated travel journal or children’s book * A fiber arts collection of weaving, quilting, embroidery * A poetry or photography book that marries words and images This is YOUR book! Personalized, meaningful, and reflective of your passions. There are no limits to what you can create! |
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Drawing/Sketching Memories
Date: TBA These are small boutique groups, spaces are limited, sign up today! |
A creative experience tailored to each student's needs."
"This class was such a surprise, because it isn’t just an art class. Nicole brings in all her talents as a holistic health coach, mentor, and hypnotherapist. It’s not just, ‘Here’s a technique,’ but a creative experience tailored to each student’s needs. Her instructions are easy to follow, the materials list is simple and not overwhelming, and she always brings a new, interesting approach. I especially loved discovering how to get to the overall emotion of the story I wanted to tell. That’s something I would never have thought to do, and it’s made a huge difference in my storytelling. The group is heartfelt, inspiring, and I highly recommend it." - Monica A.
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Drawing Memories
Capture Your Life in Art From everyday moments to life’s greatest adventures, learn to turn your memories into beautiful hand-drawn keepsakes. This beginner-friendly class focuses on simple sketching techniques and playful storytelling, helping you create an illustrated journal that’s deeply personal and timeless.
Limited spots available — register today! |
Watch the Sketching Memories Testimionals |
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This workshop was TOTALLY NOT what I expected, but, in attending, I have been "opened" up and turned to a totally new way of looking/thinking about things. My art had stagnated and I was looking for a way to get started again. Thank you sooo much for giving me this opportunity to see things and approach things in a whole new way. This one has been wonderfully valuable! I am so glad to have had the opportunity to be in on this workshop THANK YOU!! - Melinda Fay - Albuquerque NM
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It's a grounding and inspiring experience."
"I’ve taken a number of Nicole’s classes, and this one helped me settle my busy mind and get back into a creative flow. Some parts were meditative, others helped me tune into my senses—what I saw, touched, and heard while recalling an event. It’s a grounding and inspiring experience." - Linda M.
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There is something beautiful about pausing to honor the life you are living.
The laughter, the faces you miss, the moments that shaped you. For so many people, those memories sit quietly in drawers or in the back of our minds... waiting for a place to land. This weekend, I’m inviting a small group of explorers into something very close to my heart. It’s called Drawing Memories, and it might be the spark you’ve been looking for. Drawing/Sketching Memories – Beta Session Live and online via Zoom A close‑knit circle, no commute, no fuss. |
"There's a surpise element as you work through your own vision."
"A picture paints a thousand words, and Drawing Memories uses images to express feelings—sometimes ones you didn’t even realize you had. There’s a surprise element as you work through your own vision, your own personal memory surrounded by emotions. You’re never pressured to share or feel a certain way. It’s a private, intimate experience, yet you’re supported by a creative community. Nicole guides you to express your interior world in paint and words, and it’s a beautiful process. I would highly recommend it."
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This is a gentle, playful class that blends art and storytelling in a way that feels nourishing rather than overwhelming.
It’s not about being perfect. It’s about connection.
P.S. Why this class is free? This class is free because it’s part of my beta testing for a larger course I’m building. There may only be a handful of these sessions before I launch the full program, so if this speaks to you, now is the time to step in. “Memory is the diary we all carry about with us.” — Oscar Wilde |
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This class helps me identify where I’m getting stuck creatively and gives me ways to move forward."
Nicole addresses the needs of the group and also zeroes in on what each individual needs to grow. One of the unexpected gifts of the class is learning from other students—their approaches and ideas often spark exactly what I need. It’s the perfect class for me." - Ginger B.
"Drawing Memories was a lot of fun. It’s a small, safe community where you feel free to be as loose as possible. This is a very loose, meditative, personal, and positive class, filled with kindness. I loved all the color and quick painting we did to capture our feelings. It’s so spontaneous, and you never have to worry because you’re surrounded by people who make it safe to express yourself. I had a ball in this class and can’t wait to do it again." - Kat C.
"Nicole's mentoring gave me the confidence to send my own cards. People tell me they love my style." - Denise D. You CAN Paint!
Past Raven Art Center Events Live & Online
Contact us to schedule your creative event!
Coral Community School & Raven Art Center create a Mural where EVERYONE was involved!
Painting in the Park with Raven Art Center & Viviva Color Sheets
Purchase Viviva Color Sheets and Receive a FREE Watercolor 101 Class
The ability to express oneself creatively has been proven to bring a higher quality of life and a sense of well-being. Anyone can make art, anyone can express themselves creatively and Raven Art Center is dedicated to providing classes that will help you enhance your quality of life, your expressive nature, and your own unique creative expression.
Shop: Viviva Color Sheets - EASY Travel Watercolor & Brush
Shop: Viviva Watercolor Kit! - Vegan Leather Case, Color Sheets, Waterbrush, Pen & Watercolor Paper!
Artist in Fall 2022 Where Women Create Magazine
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Multiple appearances and demonstrations on KRQE 13 TV Morning Show
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Featured article in ABQ's Weekly Alibi
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Mural Project with Coral Community School
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IMPORTANT: Raven Art Center strives to ensure the comfort and safety of staff and visitors by encouraging a smoke and fragrance free environment. At this time, we are unable to accommodate cigarette smokers at live events. We apologize for any inconvenience. Please do not hesitate to contact us, if you have any questions or concerns.