Cultivating, Creativity
For those who have always wanted to paint portraits, my on-demand courses offer a guided, unhurried path into the process. I share everything from how I begin a piece and the choices I make along the way to the final strokes that bring a portrait to life. These are beginner-friendly courses built around the way I actually work, so you're not just learning techniques; you're learning how to think like a portrait artist.
SOULful Portraits is a course designed to guide students in creating portraits that capture the essence and emotions of their subjects.
Whether you’re a true beginner or just starting to explore portrait painting, this on-demand course gives you the tools, techniques, and confidence to create expressive, stunning portraits at your own pace.
Current Creative Experiences
Creativity doesn't exist in isolation, and neither do I. I regularly collaborate with other artists and creatives, joining online events where we share, demonstrate, and inspire creatives all over the world. These partnerships are a natural extension of what drives my work: the belief that stories, ideas, and art are richer when they're shared. Being part of that larger creative conversation is something I truly treasure.
Meet Your Instructor
Christa Forrest
Creative Soul, Artist, CreatorI teach because I remember what it felt like to be at the beginning, full of curiosity and not quite sure where to start. Sharing my process is my way of pulling back the curtain and saying, here is how it really works; here is how I actually get from the first mark to the finished piece. If I can shorten someone's path, spark their confidence, or simply make them fall a little more in love with portrait painting, then I've done something that matters to me deeply.