Testimonials

“..This is the first time I do something for myself,and it feel so good. I feel alive when I have a pencil in my hand. Thank you very much Cindy, I owe it to you and the nice group I`m study with. I`m looking forward to follow the rest of units.”

Vutte – Norway
(Drawspace.com online classroom student)

…I also want to tell you again how delighted I am with this course. I worked for so long in a field that consumed and exhausted me and was looking forward to having time to get back to more creative endeavors but couldn’t seem to get my artistic mojo working. Just a few weeks of “showing up at the table” has helped me to focus on everyday things around me in a creative way — to see the angles, shapes, highlights and shadows that make the commonplace unique and beautiful… I’m sitting here on a rainy day thrilled with the prospect of spending a few hours doing something that I truly enjoy and laughing out loud. Life is good!

I’ve had several “ah ha” moments while reading through your book and have seen numerous parallels in our respective journeys… I’m so pleased to have stumbled across Drawspace and your story!

lcmac – NYC USA
(Drawspace.com online classroom student)

‘Thank you very much, dear Cindy! It has been a pleasure working with you, along with my wonderful “international” group members! I am loving it!‘

Adobeiro – Macau China
(Drawspace.com online classroom student)

“Thank you so much for offering these courses Cindy! At first I was wondering what I was doing making pretty scribbles on paper, and then it just keeps building. With this week’s assignment I can see where it is going and am seeing how each project builds on the previous one.”

tonicangel – California USA
(Drawspace.com online classroom student)

“I am so excited about my grade!!!!…thankyou! I could only reach this far with your constant encouragement and support and u made things so easy…… that it was achievable!!
I still cant believe i did the painting….:)“

Capstar – Dubai
(Drawspace.com online classroom student)

“I started Cindy’s beginning art class,’how to draw’, this is my first e-class, from the beginning, I wasn’t to sure why we were doing all of the lines, squiggles, etc, then towards the middle of the class, It became apparent, this is Cindy’s method of teaching control of the tools, the pencil, of learning to see, and of simply slowing down to do the current project. After I finished each project, we down loaded our work to Cindy, Cindy then reviewed the work, making very constructive comments and drawing with a purple pencil to correct my project. Once seeing the purple lines from Cindy, this again helped me to ’see’ the project in a more precise way.

Cindy spent a lot time with me, both in email and on her drawing site “Paint in your Pyjamas”, I really appreciate Cindy taking the time to help me refine my drawings. Cindy is very supportive, explains how to make the drawings better…Take the time to learn Cindy’s method, like Cindy says ‘just show up at the table”.

jackg – USA
(Drawspace.com online classroom student)

“I do want to say a personal thank you to you, after years of trying to find a course that taught me actually how to paint, I’m so delighted to be doing your painting course…The way your course is written and structured is brilliant and I love the concept of the virtual classroom.

It’s the best course I’ve come across and exactly what I have been looking for. So I just wanted to say a BIG thank you to you, I’m really enjoying finally learning how to paint and having the joy put back into my life!!”

Apollonia – UK
(Drawspace.com online classroom student)

I have to tell you… I was a little worried about how difficult it might be to learn by correspondence and how the Interactive part of the course would work… I am pleasantly surprised that I am finding the instructions to be clear and concise. I am confident that you’ll pick up on any errors that I’m making and correct me… So thanks, and I am glad that I signed up!

tannis – Canada
(Drawspace.com online classroom student)

“For the beginner initial learning can be a struggle (or it might just be me) but Cindy is unfailingly on hand to help, commiserate and support. She is a wonderfully dedicated teacher and both the quality of the teaching material and the level of support for my learning have exceeded all my expectations. To summarise: For me, Paint in your Pyjamas has been about more than just successful learning, it has been a life enhancing and deeply affecting experience.

My whole life seems richer for it and I can tell you it’s the best thing I have done in years.”

Carol Cassell – Australia
(Email correspondence  student)

“Cindy is a great teacher… Her teaching methods are amazing. All the students achieve outstanding results… I must admit sometimes I think to myself, ‘I can’t do this’ but the continued encouragement we all get from Cindy makes it easier for all of us to complete our projects. We all realise that whatever we do is a challenge, we never give in and we all love the end results. Keep up the great work Cindy.

I do not hesitate to recommend you to anyone who is looking for guidance with their art. Pyjama Time is a new way of life, thank you. I am so blessed that you came into my life.”

Cathy Baker – Australia
(Email correspondence and live tuition student)

“I have painted for many years but never known how to draw. All my attempts were stiff and un-natural, so I relied on photocopies and tracings of photos to compile artworks. In effect I was guiltily relying on someone elses creativity. I wanted my artwork to be my own and felt all my prayers answered when I found Cindy. Embarking on a journey with Cindy has shown me that drawing can be learned progressively in small logical steps, using many skills we already have. However, Cindy’s journey encompasses far more than drawing, such as creating balanced artwork and using colour and a variety of mediums.”

Lyn Donald – Australia
(Email correspondence and live tuition student)

“I wish to congratulate Cindy on her fabulous art classes. Cindy is the most inspirational, passionate and motivating teacher I have ever met. Her happy disposition, positive nature and encouraging words will inspire the most discerning learner. She says ‘everyone is an artist’ and she is correct. I have been fortunate to attend classes with Cindy and after just eight lessons have produced what I consider a spectacular pastel picture. I never in my wildest dreams thought this possible.”

Suzie Watson – Australia
(Live tuition student)

“I would like to personally thank you for giving me so much. Your course was FANTASTIC. I was a little unsure at the start, it was a bit of money for me to part with at the time but what I have gained from you is priceless. I have always thought it would be great to paint or draw but never knew I would be able to.”

Stephanie – Australia
(Live tuition student)

“Joining Cindy’s Art Course has been the greatest challenge for me. What I am doing today I thought I never could do.”

Brigitte Back – Australia
(Email correspondence and live tuition student)

I must admit sometimes I think to myself, ‘I can’t do this’ but the continued encouragement we all get from Cindy makes it easier for all of us to complete our projects. We all realise that whatever we do is a challenge, we never give in and we all love the end results. Keep up the great work Cindy. I do not hesitate to recommend you to anyone who is looking for guidance with their art. Pyjama Time is a new way of life, thank you. I am so blessed that you came into my life.”

Cathy Baker – Australia
(Email correspondence and live tuition student)

I read the first couple of pages and had a ‘light bulb’ moment… I haven’t put the book down since I got home… Great inspirational read and I can’t wait to get into my jammies and paint!

Vanessa – Australia
(Paint In Your Pyjamas Book Owner)

It was a great read and I thoroughly admire your courage, determination and ability to keep a positive outlook. What a story you have to tell. So good to have people like you around to inspire, encourage and show others that we are so much more than we think we are, given half a chance.

Linda – Australia
(Paint In Your Pyjamas Book Owner)

“I have been reading your book and now I cant get to sleep. I keep on thinking about which spot to put my art table in. 12 years ago I was a full time artist; selling my art work everywhere. Then with getting married, building a house, growing my business, having our baby etc, my artwork has been neglected. I really need to paint in my pyjamas again! Thank-you for writing an inspiring book.”

Carolyn Ferguson – Australia
(Paint In Your Pyjamas Book Owner)

I would like to express to you how wonderful it was to meet you at our bookclub…

You are such an inspiring person, I just had to let you know. You’ve not only had an incredible journey so far, but to share it with everyone, and then to meet you, is so powerful! You have such a vibrant energy, I was absolutely fascinated by anything you had to say. It sounds cliche but we don’t meet people like you every day, and I would like to say that it was an honour to meet you, and I am inspired to know that there is nothing stopping us from being passionate about life, as I have seen in you, and you have certainly made an impact on my life…Thanks for your energy – it will take me on to a new journey of my own!!!

Linda White – Australia
(Paint In Your Pyjamas Book Owner)