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Virginia LaMont Naegeli & Art Yourself Studio
Fine Artist with a Masters Degree in TeachingVirginia LaMont NaegeliMy PhilosophyI believe everyone can learn to create ART.
It is just like riding a bike! Give it a try. Practice a little, and then take off! I created Art Yourself Studio to help you Find your inner Artist and "Turn your Inspiration into Action", resulting in beautiful one-of-a-kind art made by YOU!
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Pam and Peggy painting silk for the first time
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My Passion is Teaching There is nothing more rewarding and satisfying than to see the “wow” on a learner's face once they have created something of their own. The rush of a shared excitement when dreaming up projects and designs together is so fun and exciting!
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I have enjoyed art in its many forms my entire life. I attended MacMurray College in Illinois where I received a teaching degree in art (specializing in painting) and special education. I also received a Masters in Special Education from Marygrove College in Michigan.
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My goal for Art Yourself Studio is to create a place to find ways to express yourself.
Whether that's by bringing one of my original works into your home to help express your style, or by taking a class & explore your inner artist through creating and learning.
"Capture the Moment"
I create to fulfil my need to capture all that I see in this beautiful world. I love getting lost in the other side of my brain which brings me back to the place and time in which I experienced the moment. Its like a mini vacation. It is my hope others can relate based on the same joy as I felt when I was pulled to create the art. I hope that it touches your heart and tickles your fancy that it helps you smile and feel good when you see the painting in your home.
Whether that's by bringing one of my original works into your home to help express your style, or by taking a class & explore your inner artist through creating and learning.
"Capture the Moment"
I create to fulfil my need to capture all that I see in this beautiful world. I love getting lost in the other side of my brain which brings me back to the place and time in which I experienced the moment. Its like a mini vacation. It is my hope others can relate based on the same joy as I felt when I was pulled to create the art. I hope that it touches your heart and tickles your fancy that it helps you smile and feel good when you see the painting in your home.
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About Me:
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First Love, Teaching:
My first dream-come-true jobs involved teaching very special learners for several years in Chicago and Winchester, Illinois; and Lake Orion, Dearborn and Berkley, Michigan. One of my favorite posts was with the residents of Vista Maria, a Dearborn-based nonprofit facility that assists vulnerable youth and their families.
Quilting Had Me in Stitches:
In 1992, my husband's job required us to move to Germany. There, I took several quilting classes and made many friendship quilts and baby quilts as well as taught others how to create them.
A Mom, Always:
We then moved back to Birmingham, Michigan, and I spent the next several years raising our children, but never stepping too far from the world of art. (My kids and I made a rainy day "box" with all sorts of craft items and created many art projects over the years!)
Diving into Jewelry:
In 2004, we were once again on the move when my husband's job required us to make Australia our new home. While there, I, of course, had to delve into art and so this time, jewelry was the medium of choice! I made silver necklaces for a popular local store. While there, I also continued to coach diving and earned certification from Australian Olympic coaches.
Cha-Cha Changing in Brazil:
We eventually moved back to Michigan. After working for a brief posting as a Learning-Disabled/Emotional Impaired/Autism teacher, my husband was transferred to Brazil.
And there, on the beautiful continent of South America, I fell in love with painting on silk.
I took as many classes and learned about as many techniques as I could during the four years that we lived there.
Come and Learn!
Now back in Franklin, Michigan, I create and teach art in a spacious, beautiful studio that my husband made on our property. (My daughter calls the studio our rainy day "room.") It is a place where I continue to fulfill my dream of creating, teaching and inspiring others.
Outside the Studio:
When not creating or teaching art, I enjoy my family (our three children are in college in Michigan), playing with my lovable cats, a bird and coaching the girls’ and boys' diving team for a high school in Birmingham. I am an artist with a Masters degree in teaching Art and Special Education. I have had the opportunity to display my resilience thru many life crises using my art to escape and move forward. I continue live in a happy place and will land on my feet( like my beloved cats).
I am interested in hearing from you. Let me know what type of class you would be interested in taking. My favorite is teaching silk painting techniques by way of painting with silk dyes on a 100% silk scarf. I do love all art types and sharing my knowledge with you. Please check out "Together We Can" and choose the project that is right for you and together we can make your project perfect.
Houses of Operation
Days 10:00-5:00 Evenings 6 - 9 Call to set up individual classes/time Please give me a call or email me at [email protected] . Let's create!
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