Magenta Art School

At this time in history, modern consciousness asks us to work evermore diligently for the betterment, not only of ourselves, but also humanity as a whole. These art classes can strengthen one for the tasks at hand. We will work by studying the natural laws directing how light and darkness interact, move, and are constantly changing. We work in charcoal to get to know these forces; always creating the full spectrum, from deep black all the way to blinding white.

We will understand and feel how colors evolve through the magic of prism experiments, these being based on Goethe's Theory of Color. Then using the mediums of watercolor and pastels we will experience color.

Two very important strengths can gradually develop by working with color in this way. A feeling of peacefulness on our earthly home can grow because of new understandings. One is secure with the natural laws of light, dark and color. They never fail. A sunset can be ever more beautiful when one knows why, say, a crimson red is shining in certain clouds. Also, one's inner life is enriched and expanded as one works with black/white and color. As individuals we each have our own personality, with its own strengths and weaknesses. Some call it "our own coloring". To know all the colors, we can grow and compliment our own "color". To go from black and white, and play with all the intervals in between; we gain a better opportunity to see what "gray" we are. And more importantly, we can appreciate better other people's unique gradations.

Founded by Lian collet d'Herbois in Holland, Magenta Art Schools are based on the spiritual science of Rudolf Steiner. Lian added dimension to Goethe's theory of color so a painting therapy that touch our soul is experienced in the exercises.