Joellen Preston Teaching Artist

Joellen Preston Teaching Artist I believe individuals who practice exploratory art-making develop valuable confidence and skills

Teaching Philosophy:

I believe that individuals who practice creative and exploratory art-making develop valuable and transferable skills of self-confidence and expression, as well as perceptual and problem-solving skills. In addition to providing instruction on a wide variety of traditional and nontraditional art-making techniques, I work to foster a sense of community among class participants a

nd a sense of connection to a greater artistic community. I engage participants in lively, active dialogue which not only produces a fun and casual learning environment, but also also a welcoming space for individuals to ask questions and seek personalized instruction. As an experienced art mentor and instructor for adults with developmental and physical disabilities, I am able to adapt almost all programming to accommodate special needs and situations. I am passionate about my belief in every individual's potential for creativity and expression.

10/30/2025

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Everything about this is impactful. What a gift.
10/13/2024

Everything about this is impactful. What a gift.

Update: I have two art mentoring openings for Feb/MarchHere are some reasons to sign up with me!-> You want art lessons...
01/15/2024

Update: I have two art mentoring openings for Feb/March

Here are some reasons to sign up with me!

-> You want art lessons! We can work together with many different forms of art, either a requested medium/technique or just making art in general! ($40+/hr rate depending on project materials)

-> Youā€™re an artist and you want feedback, encouragement, and/or want help in finding new art opportunities or exhibition spaces ($20/hr plus tip if you wish)

Message me if you have any questions!

01/15/2024

Friends, there has been some suspicious activity on my page recently. As many of you have seen, there are posts that tag your friends and then share a link to ā€œsomething awful and distressing that has happenedā€.

Donā€™t click that link. Donā€™t leave comments or reactions. If you get a friend request from me, itā€™s a scam. Donā€™t accept. Best thing you can do is report the account or delete the request.

Keep your computer devices and bank accounts safe!

Update: I have one art mentoring opening for August! Here are some reasons to sign up with me!-> You want art lessons!...
07/07/2023

Update: I have one art mentoring opening for August!

Here are some reasons to sign up with me!

-> You want art lessons! We can work together with many different forms of art, either a requested medium/technique or just making art in general! ($30+/hr rate depending on project materials)

-> Youā€™re an artist and you want feedback, encouragement, and/or want help in finding new art opportunities! ($20/hr plus tip if you wish)

Message me if you have any questions!

How does your talent manifest?
06/07/2023

How does your talent manifest?

Whatā€™s your take?
06/01/2023

Whatā€™s your take?

Five years of creating arts programming for Lifeworks! What a ride!!
01/22/2023

Five years of creating arts programming for Lifeworks! What a ride!!

Now scheduling: One-on-one art mentoring sessions!Feeling stuck? Want to explore a new medium but not sure how to get ...
01/11/2023

Now scheduling: One-on-one art mentoring sessions!

Feeling stuck? Want to explore a new medium but not sure how to get started? Interested in taking your work to the next level?

$30/hour mentoring casual consult at a coffee/tea shop or your home. Low stress, encouraging session.

Leave a comment below or send me a direct message!

I have reached 100 followers! Thank you for your continued support. I could not have done it without each of you. šŸ™šŸ¤—šŸŽ‰
12/27/2022

I have reached 100 followers! Thank you for your continued support. I could not have done it without each of you. šŸ™šŸ¤—šŸŽ‰

Now scheduling: One-on-one art mentoring sessions!Feeling stuck? Want to explore a new medium but not sure how to get ...
09/23/2022

Now scheduling: One-on-one art mentoring sessions!

Feeling stuck? Want to explore a new medium but not sure how to get started? Interested in taking your work to the next level? Iā€™ve got ideas for you. Leave a comment below or send me a direct message!

$30/hour mentoring casual consult at a coffee/tea shop or your home. Low stress, encouraging session

$Tbd/art-working session depending on supplies and materials.

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Mankato, MN
56001

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