Drawing the Line: Visual Journaling — The Identity Series
Schedule
Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 28 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Artist Michael Bell Studio & Workshops | Chestertown, MD
About this Event
Drawing the Line: Visual Journaling — The Identity Series
A four-week immersive studio experience led by national award-winning artist Michael Bell
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This is not a single workshop.
This is a four-week studio experience.
It’s built around one idea:
the most important job of any artist is to draw a line from their life to their art.
Over four weeks, you’ll explore identity, memory, and personal narrative through visual journaling—creating layered, expressive work that reflects who you are and where you’ve been.
📅 Schedule
Thursdays: May 7, 14, 21, 28
6:00 – 8:00 PM each week
Your registration includes all four sessions.
What You’ll Experience
- Guided prompts rooted in identity, memory, and storytelling
- Mixed-media exploration (paint, collage, mark-making, text)
- A balance of structure and freedom—rules and rule-breaking
- Time to create, reflect, and build something meaningful
What’s Included
- All materials provided
- Personalized guidance throughout the experience
- A curated studio environment in the arts district of Chestertown
Who This Is For
Artists, educators, and creative individuals at any level who want to reconnect with their voice and create personal work that matters.
No experience necessary—just a willingness to show up, be open to the process, and explore on a deeper level.
⚠️ Limited to 8 participants
This is an intentionally small, studio-based experience designed to allow for depth, personal attention, and meaningful work.
Agenda
Studio Flow (4-Week Experience)
Host: Michael Bell
Info: Week 1 — Identity & Entry Point
We begin by establishing your visual journal and exploring the first layers of identity through guided prompts and mark-making.
Week 2 — Memory & Layering
We build into personal narrative, incorporating imagery, text, and mixed media to deepen the work.
Week 3 — Tension & Transformation
We push the work further—experimenting, breaking rules, and allowing unexpected directions to emerge.
Week 4 — Reflection & Resolution
We step back, refine, and bring the work into a more complete form—connecting the process back to your story.
Where is it happening?
Artist Michael Bell Studio & Workshops, 312 Cannon Street, Chestertown, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 495.00
