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Why I Do What I Do~ And Why I Love It

Serendipities by Dena Posted on September 29, 2022 by Dena LynnSeptember 29, 2022

Last night I got to introduce four delightful humans to their own inner-artist!

I love doing what I do.

In fact, I’m doing what I can’t not do.

 

 

 

At first glance, and upon the surface, it appears that I’m merely teaching people how to paint, giving them a couple of hours of instruction, so that they can replicate the painting I’m instructing.

Y’know, a bit of generic fun and entertainment.

 

But if you look deeper, and if you actually experience it first-hand, what you will discover is that I am fulfilling my mission on planet Earth: to inspire and enable others to see and be who they truly are.

While I’m offering inspirational instruction, I’m discussing philosophy, self-actualization, and shadow work. I’m weaving in snippets of encouragement, humorous insights into human patterns and behavior, stories from my own life that are intended to spark connection with their lives.

Y’know, meaningful-fun.

I always encourage the participants to follow their own intuitive and creative hunches, to express themselves in their artistry, even if it deviates from what I’m instructing. I love that there are never any two paintings alike in the room.

I often interpret their paintings for them, telling them what their own subconscious is revealing to them, through their bodies, and onto the canvas.

I’m helping them to face their fears, just by showing up in public and daring to reveal their innermost creativity. It’s a lot like skydiving, only there’s no risk of bleeding, dismemberment, or death.

I’m helping them to see not only their painting, but their entire lives, from a fresh perspective.

I’m helping them to discover their own sense of confidence, as I increase their competence, and I love watching them fall a little more in love with themselves, through the process.

I also create an inviting atmosphere, where it’s safe to bring their vulnerabilities out to play, and I watch as diverse and otherwise-divided humans, come together, upon an equal playing field, where we each get to show a bit of our best-selves, in an atmosphere of acceptance and celebration.

And all y’all thought it was just about paint..! 😉

(The fourth person has a job that prevents him from showing himself on social media, so he’s currently cleverly-disguised as a chair.)

If you would like to participate in one of my paint parties, just check out my Calendar and dive in. You can also ask me to conduct a private paint party for you. And yes, I do these in person and also through Zoom.

Posted in Announcements, Events, Life Stuff, Paint-Party Results | Tagged art, art class, children, couples, date night, event, family, fun, girls night out, kids, lessons, paint and sip, paint party, things to do

Halloween! Book a Private Paint-Party with Me!

Serendipities by Dena Posted on September 28, 2022 by Dena LynnOctober 14, 2022
"Stack-O-Jacks" by Dena Lynn

Who wants to book a Private Paint-Party for Halloween?!? I have some open dates, and some FUN paintings to choose from! And if you want a different theme, I have over 100 paintings from which you can select. I make … Continue reading ->

Posted in Announcements, Events, Paint/Art Classes | Tagged art, art class, business, children, couples, Dallas, Dallas Event Center, date night, Dayton, event, family, fun, girls night out, Halloween, holiday, home, Independence, kids, lessons, marion county, McMinnville, paint and sip, paint night, paint party, Polk County, team-building, things to do, Yamhill County

Moonfall Theater in Rickreall: Benefitting Arts Axis Artisans Co-Op

Serendipities by Dena Posted on September 27, 2022 by Dena LynnSeptember 27, 2022

Join in on celebrating Moonfall Theater’s 32nd year of providing theater in the country! Moonfall Theatre is located at 11140 Orrs Corner Rd, Rickreall, Or, 97371. Arts Axis, Dallas’ newly launched Artisans Co-Op (operating in the Dallas Events Center building, … Continue reading ->

Private Paint-Parties for the Holidays, or Just-Because ~ SO much FUN!

Serendipities by Dena Posted on September 21, 2022 by Dena LynnSeptember 21, 2022
O Tannenbaum by Dena Lynn

It’s that time of year again — time to think forward to the Holidays, and make some plans for meaningful-FUN! Imagine gathering together those you love, in one place (and even include those far-away, via Zoom), and celebrate love, community … Continue reading ->

Tagged art, art class, children, couples, Dallas Event Center, date night, event, family, fun, girls night out, holiday, Independence, kids, lebanon, lessons, McMinnville, paint and sip, paint party, Salem, Sheridan, Silverton, team-building, things to do, Willamette Valley

Arts Axis Made the Front Page of Our Local Paper – the Itemizer-Observer!

Serendipities by Dena Posted on September 14, 2022 by Dena LynnSeptember 14, 2022

    Arts Axis Artisans Co-Op of Dallas, Oregon, made the front page of the Itemizer-Observer! Read about our Dream-Coming-True, in the article … and check out the Paint-Parties we’re offering (click this link!), for ALL Ages, and ALL abilities … Continue reading ->

Tagged art, art class, art show, Arts Axis Artisans Co-Op, business, children, couples, Dallas, Dallas Event Center, date night, event, family, fun, furniture, gallery, gifts, girls night out, hand painted furniture, hand-painted, Itemizer Observer, kids, lessons, paint and sip, paint party, things to do

Arts Axis Artisans Co-Op is Launching in Dallas, Oregon — This Week!

Serendipities by Dena Posted on September 12, 2022 by Dena LynnSeptember 12, 2022

A dream, held by many of us, for so long, is coming true! For years now, I’ve held the vision of collaborating with other local artists, to create a space where all manner of arts can be unleashed!  I’ve noticed … Continue reading ->

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