The Creative Wanderlust Atelier

with BETSY BEIER, Wanderlust Designer

  • Creative Tours in France & Beyond

  • In Person Workshops & Meet Ups

  • Online Art Classes

  • Free Art Classes

  • Printable Art Lessons

  • Boutique: Printables, Journals, Creative Books & more

  • Custom Experiences

Get inspired by the world around you and come join me in learning how to add creativity, wanderlust and art to your everyday!

Explore Your World Creatively with Betsy Beier

Creative Wanderlust Atelier Journal

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Creative Exploration of San Francisco, California

Creative Wanderlust San Francisco

In Person & Online Creative Meetups

Hello Artsy Explorers! Join Betsy Beier for creative adventures in the streets of San Francisco in person and online. Whether you are a local or a tourist; beginning doodler, collage enthusiast, photo lover, creative journal writer, aspiring artist or simply someone who loves to wander and explore, this group is designed for you.

Meetups are held in person and online. They focus on San Francisco but may wander to locations beyond! All are welcome. Head over to my Wednesdays in San Francisco MeetUp page and join in the fun.

(Meetups are bilingual - in English and French)

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Creative Exploration of Paris, France

Creative Wanderlust Paris

In Person & Online Creative Meetups

Bonjour les flâneurs! Join us for creative adventures in the streets of Paris in person and online. Whether you are beginning doodler, collage enthusiast, photo lover, creative journal writer, aspiring artist or simply someone who loves to wander and explore, this group is designed for you. Head over to our MeetUp page and join in the fun.

(Meetups are bilingual - in English and French)

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Creative Topics Taught in Many Ways

I am here to help you add creativity and art to your life in a form suited best to you: online, in person experiences, retreats/custom events, and printable lessons.

Using various methods (drawing, painting, writing, photography) and media (pen, watercolors, colored pencils, paints, collage, photos and more) we will explore a wide range of topics that spark creativity and wanderlust in our everyday whether we are at home or off on an adventure.
Upcoming Class/Event Calendar

Creative Wanderlust Atelier Online Classes

Below are a series of online classes sure to satisfy all those with wanderlust! Sign up now and start exploring your world creatively!

Online Class: Illustrate a Map of Paris, France

Join me in this online, self paced class where we learn how to create an illustrated map of Paris, France.
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Online Class: Learn to Hand Letter Phrases Inspired by Paris, France

Join me in this online, self paced class where we learn how to hand letter various phrases inspired by the city of Paris, France.
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Online Class: Write a Parisian Story and Create a Mini Book

Join me in this online, self paced class where we learn how to write a uniquely Parisian story, and create a mini-book with our work.
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Online Class: Rococo Paris Collage Class

Join me in this online, self paced class where we learn the history of Rococo in Paris, France and create a whimsical collage inspired by Marie Antoinette and the era.
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More Online Classes

  • $25

Online Art Class: Learn How to Start a Creative Journal

Join me in this self-paced online art class where we where we will learn how to start a creative journal. NOTE: The videos where I am drawing and watercoloring are made from a recording of the initial "live" free Zoom class. All attendees faces and names have been omitted from the video for privacy.
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  • $30

Inspired by Travel: Paint the Wild Atlantic Way, Ireland

Join me as we take a virtual trip to the rugged coast of Ireland and learn how to capture and paint a portion of the Wild Atlantic Way! We will focus our tour on the Dingle Peninsula where we will explore the small port town with its colorful buildings and fishing boats. Then, we will "drive" along the coast and paint the stunning rugged coastline dotted with cottages, sheep and historic sites. 
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  • $40

Inspired by Nature: Different Ways to Draw a Flower Class

Follow along in this self-paced online art class and learn how to draw 4 different flowers in 4 different ways. This class will not only teach you the basics of how to draw flowers, but can also help you discover your own personal art style preference.
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  • $15

Online Art Class: Let's Paint Whimsical Birds and Blossoms

Join me for an online art class where we learn how to watercolor whimsical birds and blossoms. Follow along at your own pace to guided videos that will teach you how to draw basic birds and then watercolor a blooming branch filled with color. Note: Videos for free art classes are created using recordings from the “live” Zoom session. All participants faces and names are omitted from ...
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  • $20

Online Art Class: Let's Paint a Rainy Day Story

Join me in this online art class where we will watercolor a rainy day story! Follow along at your own pace to guided videos that will teach you how to capture the moments of a rainy day.
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  • $30

Inspired by Nature: Flowers Around the World Class

In this art class we will look at 3 different regions of the world and discover different species of flowers that flourish in these climates. With our list, we will then draw and watercolor 3 beautiful illustrations we can use to make our own personalized cards, stationery or artwork.
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  • $30

Inspired by Nature: The Meaning of Flowers

Join me in this art class where we will learn about floriography, a practice of communicating through flowers and arrangements to others that has been used for thousands of years. We will learn the definition and paint a handful of colorful flowers, that we will cut out and use to create our own paper bouquets that we can arrange and place on our desk or dresser depending on our mood of the day! 
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  • $90

Inspired by Nature: Flowers Course (3 Class Bundle)

Get inspired and learn how to draw  flowers in imaginative and creative ways in this art course: a 3 class- bundle including: Different Ways to Draw a Flower, Flowers Around the World and The Meaning of Flowers. 
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  • Free

Free Art Class: Let's Create a Papel Picado Inspired Banner

Join me for a free, self-paced online art class where we will be inspired by the Mexican folk art tradition of papel picado ("perforated or pecked paper") and create a colorful banner celebrating the season. Note: Videos for free art classes are created using recordings from the “live” Zoom session. All attendees faces and names are omitted from the videos.
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  • Free

Free Art Class: Learn How to Watercolor Fireworks!

Follow along at your own pace for a free online art class where we learn how to watercolor fireworks.   Note: Videos for free art classes are created using recordings from the “live” Zoom session. All attendees faces and names are omitted from the videos.
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  • $25

Online Class: Create a Holiday Advent Calendar

  • Dec 4, 2020 at 12:00 PM PST

Join me and create your one-of-a-kind, festive holiday advent calendar together, perfect to use during the holidays and for years to come. This art class is self-paced. You can pause the video at any time to catch up, embellish or continue over several days. The video is approximately ~1 hour and 15 minute, and is perfect for all art abilities.
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  • Free

Free Art Class: Let's Make Valentine Love Note Cards

I can't think of a better way to spend time than making Valentine cards to send to friends and family. Join me as we spend an hour drawing and painting fun musical motifs on cards celebrating the season!
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In the Creative Wanderlust Atelier Boutique

Digital Downloads & Art Supplies

  • Free

Free Guide: Help Plan Your Next Adventure

Plan your next big adventure with this free 21 page planner. Use this workbook to discover your hopes, goals and dreams for your next trip, from lounging on a beach chair to exploring exotic markets. The worksheets help you uncover the perfect setting for you to go in this moment. Once you have a better sense of what you are looking for, use the rest of the workbook to start planning your adventure!
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  • $12

Digital Download: Hello Fall Hand Drawn Illustrations, Phrases, Borders and Wreaths

Hello Fall! These autumn inspired stock illustrations are the perfect collection of images to decorate your event, or create your own products. This set is a digital download of 300dpi, high resolution illustrations saved in .png format. These illustrations can be used in personal and limited commercial/small use projects. See below for full licensing details.
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  • $12

Digital Download: A Thanksgiving Feast: Hand Painted Foods Illustrations and Lettered Phrases

Get ready for your Thanksgiving holiday by using this hand painted illustration set in any numerous ways: from creating invitations to decorating your bullet journal. This digital download contains 19 food illustrations and 3 high resolution (300dpi) lettered phrases saved in .png format. These illustrations can be used in personal and limited commercial/small use projects. See below for full licensing details.
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Printable Art Lessons

  • Free

How to Decorate Pysanky Inspired Paper Eggs

Learn how to draw 5 different types of shells to create your own summery illustration.
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  • Free

How to Draw Sea Shells Tutorial & Template

Learn how to draw 5 different types of shells to create your own summery illustration.
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  • Free

How to Draw a Prickly Pear Cactus

With reference photos and creative details, learn how to draw a prickly pear cactus.
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Student Testimonials

"Love every minute of your classes! You make me feel talented and I surprise myself with my results!"

Angie

"You are such a wonderful teacher. You make art totally accessibly for your students."

Linda

"Love the historical background and cultural tidbits you offer while teaching your art projects!"

Jenny

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Creativity is contagious, pass it on!

Have you always admired artistic friends, but feel you just can’t draw at all? Do you like the idea of slowing down with a sketch journal but just don’t know where to start? Well, look no further. 

I am passionate about helping people see inspiration everyday and everywhere, whether in your home or around the world. With approachable classes, courses and tutorials, my goal is to help you explore your artistic side, and teach you how to start your own creative practice.

Contact me and let me know how I can help you on your creative adventure.
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