TESTIMONIALS
“This expressive art class is fun and makes me create things I didn’t know I could; it opens up a world that I can step into for a little while like living in an animated, multi-colored world for just a little while.”
51 yo female
“…Elizabeth taught a quilt-making workshop at the Mint’s annual summer teacher institute. She provided pleasurable opportunities and encouraged classroom teachers to problem-solve and experiment with new media. I believe that Elizabeth possesses a special gift as an artist and a teacher. It has been my pleasure to work with her and see her succeed in the education field.”
Jill Shuford, School Programs Coordinator, Mint Museum of Art, Charlotte, NC
“I was not looking forward to this class at first. I sat down and Elizabeth helped me feel comfortable. Elizabeth said that there was not any judgment and then I felt so at ease. I ended up really enjoying the project and the conversation. Elizabeth made my life easier just by doing this project and talking to us. Thank you for everything, Elizabeth and I hope I am able to sit with you again.”
38 yo female
“In any situation, Ms. Garlington is well prepared for the task at hand, works to meet the needs of her students and focuses her energies on their success. She pays attention to details in a manner that guarantees a high quality in art exhibitions, program development, and education.”
Sarratt Studio Program, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN
“I love what you shared and helped us be able to express. Yes, I was somewhat nervous but not afraid to try and ended up being very pleased with the outcome. I want to complete some other pieces as well (you have ignited my creative juices) with ideas that came to me while being in that session. Your encouraging words helped me to encourage others in that same session. I also plan to share this with others. I will need some of your guidance since I want to hold an expressive arts mini-workshop. It was so spiritual, freeing, fun and has healing powers. So....I need a list of supplies for my future projects. I will keep in touch with you for any of your future workshops too. The music was good too and not overpowering. BTW: I saw a news reporter with a dress that had mandalas in the print of the fabric. I thought it was interesting that I'm now looking at things like that in a different manner.”
50 yo Cancer Survivor, LiveStrong Retreat
“I thought this expressive arts class was helpful in the unique music that was playing as we made our creations. I found out that my mind’s thoughts come out in very creative and abstract ways.”
42 yo female
“Inspiration does not even begin to describe this class. Elizabeth has a talent. Elizabeth has a gift. She is truly an amazing person…she will continue creating amazing things because her work and her story are truly amazing.”
24 yo female