Praise for Kiala's Workshops, Classes, and Retreats
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Testimonials from Mastering The Basics Course
“Thank you so much for a really great course! I love your style of teaching; your pace is great and instructions are clear. I feel very inspired by your beautiful techniques!” -- Lorraine G. -- Art Teacher
“Excellent teaching style.” -- Maria C., Artist & Illustrator “Kiala, I love your class, and very proud of my first handmade sketchbook!” -- Pas M., Sketchbook Newbie “Great class on how to make art journals. Now I'm thinking of making one for my watercolors.” -- Milan G., Painter, Illustrator, & Designer “You are a wonderful teacher - lovely voice - clear instructions and your passion bursts out of you - such an inspiration - Thanks!” -- Deb S., Artist |
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Testimonials from One Page Wonders
“OMG! I never knew that I could do so much with one sheet of paper. Thank you, Kiala, for helping me see the possibilities. I can’t wait to make more handmade books and teach my kids to do it too” -- Jessica T., Mother of 6 & K-12 Teacher
“Kiala, your teaching style is so soothing and calm with a dash of high energy and a whole lotta passion. I can’t imagine learning these techniques from anyone other than you. I love my little journals and will be filling them with words, words, words.” -- Amora W., Birdwatcher and Painter “This class was so much more than I expected. I have made 7 handmade journals in one day. I thought I wouldn’t be able to make one in a year. My creativity has exploded from this one class. Thank you, Kiala, you’re a gem!” -- Sara M., Art School Dropout & Former Lawyer |
“This was my favorite class of the year. I would take it again in a heartbeat.” -- Moira P., Calligraphy Artist and Lettering Teacher
“Kiala, you just made me a believer. I can make my own journals now. Thanks for making it look easy and teaching it so beautifully. You’re one patient lady!!!” Catrina D., Photographer
“I can’t wait to teach these fun books to my seventh graders. They are gonna love it. Thanks for giving me everything I need to be more creative with my students.” -- Kim P., 7th Grade Language Arts Teacher
“I’m totally addicted to making one page books.” -- Tavia L., Math Teacher
“This is my new favorite thing to do. I’m calling it easy origami. I think my grandkids might actually sit still for this. Hallelujah!” -- Sammie-Jo F., Retired grandma
“I didn’t believe Kiala when she said she could teach me to make a book using one sheet of paper. Not only did she teach me one, she taught me SEVEN and gave me everything I need to make more. My favorite was the French Door book and I already know exactly what to do with all of my leftover scrapbooking papers. Kiala, THANK YOU for a lovely day of making books. I’m ready to drive my family crazy with handmade books as gifts.” -- Amanda R., New Crafter and Former Scrapbooker
“Kiala, you just made me a believer. I can make my own journals now. Thanks for making it look easy and teaching it so beautifully. You’re one patient lady!!!” Catrina D., Photographer
“I can’t wait to teach these fun books to my seventh graders. They are gonna love it. Thanks for giving me everything I need to be more creative with my students.” -- Kim P., 7th Grade Language Arts Teacher
“I’m totally addicted to making one page books.” -- Tavia L., Math Teacher
“This is my new favorite thing to do. I’m calling it easy origami. I think my grandkids might actually sit still for this. Hallelujah!” -- Sammie-Jo F., Retired grandma
“I didn’t believe Kiala when she said she could teach me to make a book using one sheet of paper. Not only did she teach me one, she taught me SEVEN and gave me everything I need to make more. My favorite was the French Door book and I already know exactly what to do with all of my leftover scrapbooking papers. Kiala, THANK YOU for a lovely day of making books. I’m ready to drive my family crazy with handmade books as gifts.” -- Amanda R., New Crafter and Former Scrapbooker
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“I’m new to art journaling and Kiala made it seem really easy to get started and do it everyday.” Lara M., Bank Teller
“I had no idea there were so many ways to art journal. Thanks for all the cool ideas, Kiala.” Jenni L., Crafter “This was the most fun class of the day. Kiala is a real sweetheart and I love her southern accent.” Haley T., Art teacher "An excellent class for beginners." John D. , Dad of Four "Kiala makes art journaling seem easy, even for newbies like me and my daughter." Alynda T., Social Worker "What this woman can do with paper and paint is amazing. I loved every second of this class and can't wait to take another one." LaTisha J., Waitress and Painter |
Testimonials from Gratitude Journaling 101
“I had no idea how much of an impact gratitude could have on my daily mood. This class put a creative spin on something so necessary in our society. Thank you, Kiala.” -- Denise P., Ph.D Candidate and Art Therapist
“I’m shocked at how beautiful a practice of gratitude can be. I always thought of myself as a grateful person, but this class helped me make it real and put my gratitude into action!” -- Paula M., Bank Teller
“Gratitude made simple. This course was outstanding. I think I’m a better human because of it!” -- Dana R., Avid Journal Keeper
“Thank goodness for classes like this! Kiala knows her stuff and clearly lives a life of gratitude. I would take this class once a year to be reminded of the importance of this practice” -- Melanie S., Mom of 2 and Freelance Writer
“Now I’m a gratitude junkie and I can make my own journals!” -- Pete W., Artist
“I’m shocked at how beautiful a practice of gratitude can be. I always thought of myself as a grateful person, but this class helped me make it real and put my gratitude into action!” -- Paula M., Bank Teller
“Gratitude made simple. This course was outstanding. I think I’m a better human because of it!” -- Dana R., Avid Journal Keeper
“Thank goodness for classes like this! Kiala knows her stuff and clearly lives a life of gratitude. I would take this class once a year to be reminded of the importance of this practice” -- Melanie S., Mom of 2 and Freelance Writer
“Now I’m a gratitude junkie and I can make my own journals!” -- Pete W., Artist
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Testimonials for The Black & White Journal
“Who knew you could do so much with two colors? Kiala makes you rethink the need for color in your art.” -- Amber K., Middle School Art Teacher
“I signed up for this class by mistake and what a happy accident it turned out to be. Kiala is one of the most creative teachers I’ve worked with in 56 years of being an artist. She was just what I needed to get my butt back into the studio. I loved making my handmade journal and will cherish it forever.” -- Sandi B., Fine Artist “Kiala’s lessons are simple, but they yield complex-looking results. She is patient and has a wonderful teaching style. I’ve already made three handmade journals and filled them with color studies and moodboards (my two favorite activities from the B&W Journal Course). --Tracy D., Crafter & Librarian "I thought I had seen everything you could do with pen and ink, but Kiala managed to give me a new perspective on using two colors to create depth and interest. Simple and powerful techniques." Heather S., Podcast Producer |