100 W0RKS: Experiment, Excavate, Evolve
Do you ever feel stuck in your creative process, yearning to find clarity and authenticity in your work?
Are you ready to step outside your comfort zone, embrace experimentation, and create with freedom?
Transform your creative blocks into breakthroughs
My course, 100 Works, is designed to help you break through artistic barriers and transform hesitation into confident, expressive creation. Over five weeks, I will guide you through an immersive exploration of materials, techniques, and emotional depth that will profoundly shape your creative practice.
Work fast, work messy, work often
Discover the Power of Process
100 Works is not about creating perfect, polished pieces. It’s about the act of making, exploring, and discovering. In this workshop, you’ll create 100 small works on paper, developing your visual language and uncovering recurring themes in your art.
My unique teaching approach balances technical mastery with conceptual exploration, allowing you to dive deep into your creative potential while learning foundational elements like color, composition, and texture.
Experiment fearlessly with new materials and techniques
Why This Class is Different
It’s all me, all the time: This isn’t a pre-recorded workshop. Every session is live, with me right there demonstrating, guiding, and answering your questions in real-time. Unlike other classes that rely on videos, this course provides an immersive, personal experience with direct access to my expertise. You’ll feel like you’re right there in the studio with me.
Why Live Makes All the Difference
Unlike pre-recorded or video-based classes, this workshop is completely live. I will personally lead every session, demo each technique, and be present to answer your questions in real time. It’s assuring you receive guidance and feedback as you work. This level of hands-on engagement makes 100 Works more dynamic, interactive, and impactful than other online courses. You’ll experience the energy of a live classroom from the comfort of your own space.
Let’s create something extraordinary together.
"Lisa’s 100 Works challenge completely transformed my creative process. The structured prompts pushed me beyond my comfort zone, helping me develop a more intuitive approach to composition and color. The lessons I learned continue to shape my work every day." – Jan M.
"Lisa has an incredible gift for guiding artists toward clarity in their work. Through her mentorship, I was able to refine my visual voice and create a cohesive body of work that finally felt like me." – Bridgette G.
Every layer tells a story. Build, uncover, and reshape until something unexpected emerges.
I am not just a teacher; I’m a mentor, guide, and innovator. With more than four decades of experience as a professional artist and instructor, I am known for my intuitive and empathetic approach to teaching. My classes are:
Personalized: I tailor my guidance to meet the unique needs of each participant, helping you discover your authentic voice.
Process-Oriented: Instead of focusing solely on finished works, we’ll delve into the journey of making art.
Ritualistic and Transformative: Incorporating practices like layering, repetitive mark-making techniques, and collage, my teaching encourages reflection, experimentation, and emotional depth.
High-Energy and Supportive: Fast-paced sessions, group discussions, and hands-on experimentation create a dynamic and nurturing environment.
Your best ideas are waiting to be uncovered.
The only way to find them is to start.
Gain clarity and direction in your art practice.
Your transformation begins…
By the end of this workshop, you will:
Gain a deeper understanding of your artistic vision.
Develop transformative skills in mark-making, layering, and composition.
Experience the freedom to experiment without fear of failure.
Create a cohesive body of work or generate ideas for future projects.
Generate fresh ideas for your next project.
Feel inspired and confident in your ability to explore and express your unique voice.
100 W0RKS: Experiment, Excavate, Evolve
Live online via Zoom (recordings available if you miss a session)
Materials: We’ll experiment with natural materials, water-based drawing media, acrylic mediums and paint, gesso, inks, R&F pigment sticks, and class size is limited to 15 participants to ensure personal attention and meaningful interaction.
The more you make, the more you see. Let your creative instincts lead the way.
Each week, you’ll create 25 small works, culminating in a studio installation during the final session where we’ll reflect on patterns, themes, and discoveries.
Let materials and movement guide you.
image - Donna Horn
Do You Recommend Repeating the Class?
Absolutely! Here’s why many students choose to return for 100 Works:
Go deeper: Build upon what you’ve learned to explore new dimensions of your art.
Generate new ideas: Use the exercises to develop a fresh body of work or refine an ongoing project.
Overcome creative blocks: The structured prompts help you break free from artistic ruts and reignite your passion.
Refill your creative wellspring: Perfect for re-energizing after burnout or an extended time away from the studio.
Jumpstart creativity: Whether you’re starting fresh or looking for a boost, this course provides the structure and inspiration you need.
"100 Works gave me the freedom to experiment and let go of perfection. Lisa’s support, combined with the high-energy format, reignited my creativity in ways I never expected." – Priscilla C.
Lisa’s mentorship was a game-changer for my artistic career. Within months, I had gallery representation, a polished website, and a deeper understanding of my work. Her guidance was invaluable." – Sali S.
Lisa Pressman: Artist, Mentor, and Educator
My journey as an artist began early, surrounded by creative energy and the tactile beauty of materials. As a teenager, I was introduced to pottery, which sparked my curiosity about transformation—how raw materials could become something entirely new through exploration and process. This fascination deepened during my undergraduate studies, where I transitioned from ceramics to painting, discovering the power of layering, abstraction, and mark-making. That shift laid the foundation for my lifelong pursuit of art as both an expressive language and a space for discovery.
For over four decades, my work has been deeply rooted in curiosity, process, and emotional exploration. I see painting as an excavation—uncovering layers of memory, intuition, and feeling through color, texture, and materiality. My practice incorporates techniques such as layering, and stitching, engaging with the unpredictability of materials to create work that is both personal and universal. My paintings have been exhibited in galleries and museums worldwide, finding their place in private and public collections.
But beyond the studio, I am just as passionate about teaching as I am about creating. As an educator and mentor, I have guided countless artists through their own creative evolutions—helping them refine their voices, push past creative blocks, and build cohesive, meaningful bodies of work. My approach is intuitive and deeply personalized, meeting artists where they are and challenging them to go further. I believe in the power of process-driven discovery, where risk-taking leads to artistic breakthroughs and self-trust replaces hesitation.
Through international workshops, mentorship programs, and one-on-one guidance, I help artists uncover their true potential—not by imposing a formula, but by fostering the confidence to experiment, explore, and embrace their unique artistic path. Whether in my own practice or in my teaching, I bring an empathetic, supportive, and experience-driven approach to everything I do. Because at its core, art isn’t just about technique—it’s about uncovering something deeper, something only you can create.
Let’s find that together.
“I love teaching this class. It is freeing to discover how materials and process can play a crucial role in helping artists discover their unique visual language.” ~ Lisa
"Lisa creates a space where artists can explore without fear. Her approach is both supportive and challenging, allowing me to break through creative blocks and develop work that is authentic and deeply personal." – Sue J.
My Practice
My practice is rooted in curiosity and emotional expression, often incorporating rituals like layering, burning, and stitching. I describe my process as an “excavation,” uncovering hidden emotions and histories through paint. My work has been exhibited in galleries and museums worldwide, and I have become a sought-after mentor known for my ability to inspire and transform my students.
My teaching philosophy emphasizes exploration and discovery. I believe in meeting artists where they are and helping them uncover their authentic voice. Whether through my workshops, mentorships, or my own practice, I bring a warm, empathetic, and insightful approach to everything I do.