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CREATE New Jersey: Lovely Lettering

The third class I taught at CREATE: New Jersey was a half-day class called "Lovely Lettering."  I was, once again, joined by an enthusiastic and talented pool of ladies.  This was my first time teaching this class and I was delighted by the students' enthusiastic response to it.  Take a peek:

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Lettering is a very calming thing to do, so it was a great zen way to wrap up my CREATE experience!  

If you're interested in taking a class with me, I encourage you to check out the weekend of classes I'm offering at Absolutely Everything in Massachusetts on August 25 & 26.  And if you're specifically interested in this lettering technique, I teach a compacted version of it in my online class, "30 Days in Your Journal."

Finally, I wanted to respond to some of the nice comments people have been leaving about these classes.  First, thank you!  Second, I'm so glad that you want to take them as online classes, but it's a bit difficult.  Taking an all-day class with me in-person is usually between $85-145.  My online classes are much more inexpensive.  So I feel it would be unfair to the folks who took the time to come out and see me, to offer the same content at a cheaper price.  Of course, certain techniques or ideas cross over, but offering the class "as is" just doesn't seem right.  Thank you for understanding!

PS: Doesn't that make you realize what a steal my online classes are?!  For instance "It's Sew Easy" has eighteen lessons.  Multiply each of those by $85 and I think you'll see what a great bargain taking a class online is!  :)

Thanks for stopping by!

Julie Fei-Fan Balzer

Based outside of Boston, Julie Fei-Fan Balzer is a painter, printmaker, and collage artist who constructs vibrant compositions. Her artwork investigates the interplay of identity and perception, inviting viewers to take a longer look. Julie works in layers, both physically and metaphorically, exploring what is visible and what is concealed. Passionate about connecting with and inspiring other artists, she shares her expertise through in-person workshops and her online classroom at MyArtPractice.com. Julie's achievements include high-profile clients, multiple publications - including her book, “Carve Stamp Play” - and exhibits in New York City and throughout Massachusetts. She is a graduate of Brown University.

45 thoughts on “CREATE New Jersey: Lovely Lettering

  • Hi Julie, I have been receiving your newsletter for a few months and love all your ideas! I first discovered you on a rerun on TV on a scrapbook show and you were demonstrating Zentangle. I immediately became hooked on this type of drawing. I have seen you on You Tube drawing letters and have loved trying that style. I’d love to take a class with you to learn this lettering you are showing here, but I am not close enough to attend. Did you design this alphabet you are showing here? Is there a book on your lettering style?
    Thank you for all the interesting newsletters that you send to my mailbox!! You are so much fun!!

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  • Hi Julie, I have been receiving your newsletter for a few months and love all your ideas! I first discovered you on a rerun on TV on a scrapbook show and you were demonstrating Zentangle. I immediately became hooked on this type of drawing. I have seen you on You Tube drawing letters and have loved trying that style. I’d love to take a class with you to learn this lettering you are showing here, but I am not close enough to attend. Did you design this alphabet you are showing here? Is there a book on your lettering style?
    Thank you for all the interesting newsletters that you send to my mailbox!! You are so much fun!!

    Reply
  • Hi Julie, I have been receiving your newsletter for a few months and love all your ideas! I first discovered you on a rerun on TV on a scrapbook show and you were demonstrating Zentangle. I immediately became hooked on this type of drawing. I have seen you on You Tube drawing letters and have loved trying that style. I’d love to take a class with you to learn this lettering you are showing here, but I am not close enough to attend. Did you design this alphabet you are showing here? Is there a book on your lettering style?
    Thank you for all the interesting newsletters that you send to my mailbox!! You are so much fun!!

    Reply
  • Hi Julie, I have been receiving your newsletter for a few months and love all your ideas! I first discovered you on a rerun on TV on a scrapbook show and you were demonstrating Zentangle. I immediately became hooked on this type of drawing. I have seen you on You Tube drawing letters and have loved trying that style. I’d love to take a class with you to learn this lettering you are showing here, but I am not close enough to attend. Did you design this alphabet you are showing here? Is there a book on your lettering style?
    Thank you for all the interesting newsletters that you send to my mailbox!! You are so much fun!!

    Reply
  • Hi Julie, I have been receiving your newsletter for a few months and love all your ideas! I first discovered you on a rerun on TV on a scrapbook show and you were demonstrating Zentangle. I immediately became hooked on this type of drawing. I have seen you on You Tube drawing letters and have loved trying that style. I’d love to take a class with you to learn this lettering you are showing here, but I am not close enough to attend. Did you design this alphabet you are showing here? Is there a book on your lettering style?
    Thank you for all the interesting newsletters that you send to my mailbox!! You are so much fun!!

    Reply
  • It’s Sew Easy was a bargain and a FABULOUS INSPIRATIONAL CLASS! As for Absolutely Everything I am trying to make it as my Mum lives out that way but feeling guilty because my daughter who lives with us is moving out to a new apartment that weekend! I should be there…….but which there should I be -:)

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  • It’s Sew Easy was a bargain and a FABULOUS INSPIRATIONAL CLASS! As for Absolutely Everything I am trying to make it as my Mum lives out that way but feeling guilty because my daughter who lives with us is moving out to a new apartment that weekend! I should be there…….but which there should I be -:)

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  • It’s Sew Easy was a bargain and a FABULOUS INSPIRATIONAL CLASS! As for Absolutely Everything I am trying to make it as my Mum lives out that way but feeling guilty because my daughter who lives with us is moving out to a new apartment that weekend! I should be there…….but which there should I be -:)

    Reply
  • It’s Sew Easy was a bargain and a FABULOUS INSPIRATIONAL CLASS! As for Absolutely Everything I am trying to make it as my Mum lives out that way but feeling guilty because my daughter who lives with us is moving out to a new apartment that weekend! I should be there…….but which there should I be -:)

    Reply
  • It’s Sew Easy was a bargain and a FABULOUS INSPIRATIONAL CLASS! As for Absolutely Everything I am trying to make it as my Mum lives out that way but feeling guilty because my daughter who lives with us is moving out to a new apartment that weekend! I should be there…….but which there should I be -:)

    Reply
  • Thanks for taking the time to post the pics from your classes Julie. I can’t wait to take your Sat. class at AE!

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  • Thanks for taking the time to post the pics from your classes Julie. I can’t wait to take your Sat. class at AE!

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  • Thanks for taking the time to post the pics from your classes Julie. I can’t wait to take your Sat. class at AE!

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  • Thanks for taking the time to post the pics from your classes Julie. I can’t wait to take your Sat. class at AE!

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  • Thanks for taking the time to post the pics from your classes Julie. I can’t wait to take your Sat. class at AE!

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  • I would love to take that Class!
    When are you coming back to the West Coast again Julie?

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  • I would love to take that Class!
    When are you coming back to the West Coast again Julie?

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  • I would love to take that Class!
    When are you coming back to the West Coast again Julie?

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  • I would love to take that Class!
    When are you coming back to the West Coast again Julie?

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  • I would love to take that Class!
    When are you coming back to the West Coast again Julie?

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  • Hi Julie,
    So nice to see these photos. I was so engrossed
    In my projects that I didn’t take any myself! The class
    Was entertaining and enlightening. It was my last class of
    Six so I was burnt but your warmth and liveliness
    Went a long way in keeping my interest and
    Focus. Thank you for a rewarding class!!
    Looking forward to our next encounter 🙂
    Edie

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  • Hi Julie,
    So nice to see these photos. I was so engrossed
    In my projects that I didn’t take any myself! The class
    Was entertaining and enlightening. It was my last class of
    Six so I was burnt but your warmth and liveliness
    Went a long way in keeping my interest and
    Focus. Thank you for a rewarding class!!
    Looking forward to our next encounter 🙂
    Edie

    Reply
  • Hi Julie,
    So nice to see these photos. I was so engrossed
    In my projects that I didn’t take any myself! The class
    Was entertaining and enlightening. It was my last class of
    Six so I was burnt but your warmth and liveliness
    Went a long way in keeping my interest and
    Focus. Thank you for a rewarding class!!
    Looking forward to our next encounter 🙂
    Edie

    Reply
  • Hi Julie,
    So nice to see these photos. I was so engrossed
    In my projects that I didn’t take any myself! The class
    Was entertaining and enlightening. It was my last class of
    Six so I was burnt but your warmth and liveliness
    Went a long way in keeping my interest and
    Focus. Thank you for a rewarding class!!
    Looking forward to our next encounter 🙂
    Edie

    Reply
  • Hi Julie,
    So nice to see these photos. I was so engrossed
    In my projects that I didn’t take any myself! The class
    Was entertaining and enlightening. It was my last class of
    Six so I was burnt but your warmth and liveliness
    Went a long way in keeping my interest and
    Focus. Thank you for a rewarding class!!
    Looking forward to our next encounter 🙂
    Edie

    Reply
  • What fun this class must be! Patsy from HeARTworks and papemelroti

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  • What fun this class must be! Patsy from HeARTworks and papemelroti

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  • What fun this class must be! Patsy from HeARTworks and papemelroti

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  • What fun this class must be! Patsy from HeARTworks and papemelroti

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  • What fun this class must be! Patsy from HeARTworks and papemelroti

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  • The class is very funny and interesting, thank you for sharing with us, I am pleasure to read this! Thanks again!

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  • The class is very funny and interesting, thank you for sharing with us, I am pleasure to read this! Thanks again!

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  • The class is very funny and interesting, thank you for sharing with us, I am pleasure to read this! Thanks again!

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  • The class is very funny and interesting, thank you for sharing with us, I am pleasure to read this! Thanks again!

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  • The class is very funny and interesting, thank you for sharing with us, I am pleasure to read this! Thanks again!

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  • Anyone can learn this style of lettering.  Its something I developed myself, but really its about just having fun and doodling around your letters!  I do teach a version of this kind of lettering in my online class 30 Days in Your Journal.  http://balzerdesigns.com/30Days.html

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  • Anyone can learn this style of lettering.  Its something I developed myself, but really its about just having fun and doodling around your letters!  I do teach a version of this kind of lettering in my online class 30 Days in Your Journal.  http://balzerdesigns.com/30Days.html

    Reply
  • Anyone can learn this style of lettering.  Its something I developed myself, but really its about just having fun and doodling around your letters!  I do teach a version of this kind of lettering in my online class 30 Days in Your Journal.  http://balzerdesigns.com/30Days.html

    Reply
  • Anyone can learn this style of lettering.  Its something I developed myself, but really its about just having fun and doodling around your letters!  I do teach a version of this kind of lettering in my online class 30 Days in Your Journal.  http://balzerdesigns.com/30Days.html

    Reply
  • Anyone can learn this style of lettering.  Its something I developed myself, but really its about just having fun and doodling around your letters!  I do teach a version of this kind of lettering in my online class 30 Days in Your Journal.  http://balzerdesigns.com/30Days.html

    Reply

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