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Paint a simple inky 'cool cat' character in minutes (Skillshare)

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In this class, you'll learn how to use a simple technique to create whimsical characters in minutes. Using Zen techniques including non-judgment, and being in-the-moment, Jenn will share how to access your playful side to create your own 'cool cats' with just a few basic supplies. This is an all ages, all skill level class with no previous painting experience required.

In fact, the less you know, the better you will be! This class teaches you to let go of perfection and find beauty and humor in just a few swift moves.

3 things you will learn in this class are:
• How to make a Cool Cat
• How to separate yourself from the final outcome
• How to gift and monetize your Cool Cat works!

For this class project, you will be painting an inky cat and then dress it up by adding on any extras that you like. Once your project is done, I'll share with you some of the ways I use my inky characters from producing craft sale pieces to having them manufactured on items to gift or sell.

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