Workshops, Keynote Presentations, Expos & Photographic Services

  

 
 

Workshop and Keynote Topics
&
Professional Photographic Services


"Imagination grows by exercise, and contrary to common belief, is more powerful in the mature than in the young."
W. Somerset Maugham


All workshop and presentation topics can be formatted for any age group. The courses are always changing and evolving and I would be delighted to work with you to customize a topic to better meet your interests.  Jan West would be delighted to work with you to create a program that suites your interests and needs perfectly.

Email:  JanWestArt@mac.com
Phone: 
216-496-2671


"Reality is an illusion, albeit a very persistent one."
Albert Einstein

"If at first the idea is not absurd, then there is no hope for it."
Albert Einstein

Jan West
Dancing With the Orbs!

"An essential aspect of creativity is not being afraid to fail."
Dr. Edwin Land


Jan West uses art to explore Mystery and to expand her audience’s perceptions of reality.  Her untouched photographs of Orbs and Energy Fields, show that we are all interconnected, energetic beings of light.  West shares her original paintings of Mandalas and Photographs of the Orbs, as symbolic representations of realms that lie beyond conscious awareness.  Her work with what she has coined, Force Field Photography began in 1994.  Since then she has inspired many to pursue their own hopes and dreams and to follow their unique path towards creativity and joy.

In her May 26th presentation to the Garrettsville Chat Group, Jan will integrating her work with Mandalas, symbolic metaphor and storytelling, to the higher dimensions of the Orbs.  For thousands of years Mandalas have served as a means towards expanded thinking.  Symbols are beyond language and the rational mind. They bring about the wisdom of the ancients and a deeper understanding of human consciousness.  Mandalas serve as a conduit between the conscious mind and mystical realms of the Orbs. They jump start our connection to intuitive wisdom, through visual, vibrational and energetic means.  Jan hopes her work will empower participants, by opening their eyes to new ideas and possibilities.  Her goal is to shift existing paradigms of reality, one image at a time.  A picture is after all, worth a thousand words!

Jan West is a graduate from the College of Wooster, with a liberal arts degree in Political Science and Speech, with graduate studies in Landscape Architecture, at Ohio State University.  She also owns a small business specializing in commercial photography and  photographic marketing products. Jan is a wife and mother of three, and lives in Cleveland, Ohio and Abiquiu, New Mexico.


Website: www.JanWestArt.com

Email: JanWestArt@mac.com
Phone: 216-496-2671


Please see What's New for upcoming events.


1.  Paradigm Shifts:

"Life changes when we change."
Andrew Matthews

Change your Beliefs and you will Change Your Reality:  Jan West uses her experience with Fire Ceremony, Mystical Photography, and the Energetic Force Field, to guide others into new ways of thinking about themselves and the world they live in.  Seeing is a powerful tool on the path towards believing.  West shares her art and astonishing photographs of the world beyond ordinary sight, to empower participants, by opening their eyes to new paradigms and possibilities.  Learn how to become a Force Field Pioneer!

 


2.  Ceremony and Gatherings:

"The only joy in the world is to begin."
Cesare Pavese

Through photography and experiential interactions, Jan West teaches us to tap into an ever present Energy Field.  See for yourself, how an understanding of the  interconnectedness of all, will catapult you into Higher Frequencies of awareness and empowerment.  Learn how to communicate with the Consciousness Realm, the world of the Orbs.  Learn how to channel, harness and use the invisible energies and information systems that are accessible to us all. 

Frontier scientists are exploring and proving the existence of a consciousness realm.  West’s photography ( untouched images ) of these Force Fields are vibrational and powerful.  They are a direct conduit into these Fields.  Her work is a powerful tool for tapping into your inner guidance and wisdom.  Jan West’s workshops are fun and joy filled, as well as informative and life changing.

 


3.  Pioneering the new Field of Psycho - Energetics:

 "An essential aspect of creativity is not being afraid to fail."
Dr. Edwin Land
 
Learn how to open gateways to expansive, energetic, dimensions and to communicate with the ever present wisdom of the collective unconscious.  Learn to work with and become aware of Energy Grids and Power systems, as well as the Telepathic Information systems that govern us and our lives at an unconscious level.  Awaken to the super powers that lay dormant within you.

"Intelligence is something we are born with.
Thinking is a skill that must be learned."     Edward de Bono


4.  Dancing with and Photographing the Orbs: 

"That human mind is like a parachute - it functions better when it is open."
Cole's Rules

A hands on, interactive workshop, where participants playfully and ceremoniously learn how to interact with the Orbs and to photograph them.  Participants are encouraged to bring a camera, but it is not required.  Digital pocket cameras work perfectly.  There is no need for a special or expensive camera.   Jan West will present some of her images and an introductory lecture on the Orb and Energetic Realms.  The remaining time will be spent actively interacting with the Orbs and doing photography.



For each fire ceremony, men, women, young children and teens step out of their ordinary, every day lives into an evening filled with mystery and extraordinary experiences.



5.  Fire Ceremony:

"Change is not merely necessary to life - it is life."
Alvin Toffler

Jan West will help you or your organization produce a Fire Ceremony and an event that the participants will remember for ever.  The ceremonies are a love filled, dynamic, community and family based event that often results in new and eye opening perspectives and attitudes towards life. 

6.  The Archetypal / Symbolic Significance of the Mandala:

"Martin Luther king said "I have a dream", not "I have a plan"."
unknown

 A study of the Sacred Sphere and the power of the symbol through out recorded history, all around the earth, and why this is relevant to our evolution and healing.   In this class Jan West offers fundamental instruction about Mandalas and creativity.

 “ I saw that everything, all paths I had been following, all steps I had taken, were leading back to a single point -- namely, to the mid-point. It became increasingly plain to me that the Mandala is the center. It is the exponent of all paths. It is the path to the center, to individuation. ... I knew that in finding the Mandala as an expression of the self I had attained what was for me the ultimate. “ C. G. Jung.

7.  Memories, Dreams, Manifestation and Mandalas:

"It is not enough to just do your best or work hard.
You must know what to work on."      W. Edwards Deming

Jan West shares 30 years of experience with Mandalas in this dynamic workshop.



8:  Mandala Healing:
      Using Sacred Symbols for Spiritual and Emotional Healing. 

"The world is but a canvas to our imaginations."
Henry Thoreau


Learn ways to facilitate positive change and experience the flow of pure love to heal heart, body and mind.  Connect with your true-Self, beyond ego.  Mandalas serve as portals into your spirit, to help free yourself from stress, disease and fear.  This training is beneficial for all.  It is especially geared to help Ministers, chaplains, nurses, psychologists, hospice and social workers, healing artists and music therapists with their work.  The Mandala process has been used for thousands of years, to help us return to the soul’s center to access our innate healing energies.

9.  An introduction to the art of Mandala making:

"Doodling is the brooding of the mind."
unknown

Make your own Mandala:  Our subconscious mind is reflected in all of our creative work, whether it be painting, writing, composing music, or dancing.  The practice of Mandala making encourages us to reflect on what the colors and designs of our Mandalas reveal, about our inner-state.  Mandalas can also be used as a tool to help us heal and to guide us into healthy conscious choices.

 For example, a person who is experiencing a difficult time might do half of their mandalas in colors or symbols that represent their struggles. They might do the other half of their mandala in colors or symbols that represent how they want to feel. One side of a mandala might represent the heart, the other the mind.  Make a Mandala that represents the theme(s) in your life right now.  Alternatively, you may make a Mandala that represents what you wish to bring into your life.  


Jan West and her Slice of Life Mural

10.  Awaken the Artist Within You:

Everyone is creative.  Everyone has the right to creative expression.  Learn how to express the genius within, and to live your daily life in a creative manner that smashes the old paradigms of time and space and limitations to bits, and replaces it with a fully awake, vital, conscious and happy creative being. Open to your inner world of Imagination:  Learn how to tap into your brilliant creativity Bring out the best in yourself. 
This is a fun class that uses all your senses, laughter and "cool stuff'
to awaken the artist within.  You do not have to know how to draw or be an artist to take this class!

"Where is the wisdom that we have lost in knowledge?
Where is the knowledge we have lost in information?"    
T.S. Elliot




11.  Chakras and Mandalas:

"A hunch is creativity trying to tell you something."
unknown

Awaken an awareness of your own Chakras as Mandalas and learn how to heal, energize and unify your mind, body and soul through these colorful, swirling energy systems that are Mandalas / Chakras.  The body has energy centers that look like spinning wheels that are called Chakras.

The Chakras allow energy to flow from one part of the body to another. As with all things in our reality, they are linked to sound, light and color. To heal, is to bring the chakras into alignment and balance.  In this class we learn how to tap into the power center within and without the body by aligning the Mandalas of Light that are within each and every one of us.



12.  Stories of the Ages and Symbolic Metaphor:

"Teachers open the door, but you must enter by yourself."
unknown

Jan West uses paint and photography and energetics, to explore archetypal, spiritual and cross cultural themes and to tell the stories of the ages.  Jan''s deep love for the natural world is reflected in her paintings in a style she describes as Organic Abstract.  Her paintings reflect the colors and emotions of the American Southwest, more specifically, of her home in Northern New Mexico.  Her strength as an artist lies in her use of color, lighting, stylization and innovation.

Thank you for your interest.  New topics are being added often.  I will work with you to create the  perfect topic or workshop for your organizations needs.

If you are interested in a workshop or lecture please contact me directly.


Email:  JanWestArt@mac.com
Phone:  216-496-2671


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Photographic Session: 
Package Pricing


1. Traditional Professional Photographic Session- $175.00 for the first two hours and $75.00 for each additional hour.
*  1 - 40  Images from your session will be given to you on a custom CD (Small pixel, 400 - 600.  Small print and email size.)
* 6 -  5" x 7" photographic prints or 2 - 8" x 10" photographic prints.
*  Additional prints in varying sizes will be available.  Please see pricing below.
*  Payment is due at the time of the session.

2. Special Event Photographic Session: Price starts at $295.00.  The price will be determined in advance to the session based on specifics.  Call or email Jan West to discuss your interests.



3.  Orb and Force Field Photographic Session$175.00 for the first two hours and $75.00 for each additional hour.

*  For groups or Individuals.  .
*  1 - 40  Images from your session will be given to you on a custom CD (Small pixel, 400 - 600.  Small print and email size.)
*  You will receive 6 -  5" x 7" photographic prints or 2 - 8" x 10" photographic prints.
*  Additional prints in varying sizes will be available to purchase.  Please see pricing below.
*   Images can be purchased on a DVD with titles, special effects and music.
*  Images can be purchased as specialty items such as greeting cards, postcards, calenders, etc...
*  Payment is due at the photo session.

4. Commercial Photography: 


Please contact Jan West to book an event and to discuss your specific needs.  Product
photography, portrait photography, architectural photography and special location photograp
hy.

What to Wear: 
The following is simply some advise- your clothing choices are completely up to you.  I want to be able to capture your true personality. 

If you are interested in great black and white photos, ensure that you wear either a solid light color (beige, light shade of blue, pink, etc… ) or a solid darker color  (black, navy blue, dark grey, brown,  etc…) 
Try to keep patterns and logos on clothing to a minimum as they can
be distracting.

For children and babies, almost anything goes ( try to keep patterns simple ).  Ensure that they are wearing something comfortable as this will reduce stress and increase their enjoyment which equals better photos.  naked or diaper-clad newborns always make a great photo.  For family shots, choosing coordinating color tones will make for a more unified look.

Location:
We can do the photographic session wherever you would like.  Your home always makes for great real life photos and children are more likely to be relaxed in this setting which reduces stress all around.  Alternatively, we can use any outdoor location to get great natural photos as well.  If travel is required, then pricing will cover travel expenses.

Payment Methods:
Payment is due in full at the time of a session.  I accept cash and checks.  Contact Jan West by Phone ( 216-496-2671 ) or  Email.    Should you request additional services following the session, such as adding another storyboard or any other option, this will be invoiced to you separately.

Delivery of Photographs:

You will receive your photo package within two weeks of your session.  Any delays in this time line will be communicated to you
 as quickly as possible.
Please visit the Online Shop to purchase prints, services,
products and original paintings.

Please contact Jan West Directly to Purchase

Wholesalers Please Contact Jan West Directly

Archival Quality, Limited Edition Print Prices:  
Limited Edition, Fine Art Prints, Dry mounted and Signed by the Artist.

12x12:    $  65.00   
11x14:    $  65.00
14x14:    $  95.00
11x16:    $105.00
16x16:    $135.00
16x20:    $145.00
20x20:    $  225.00
24x30:    $  275.00
24x36:    $  350.00
30x30:    $  375.00
36x48:    $  475.00
40x40:    $  575.00

Set of any 3 Greeting Cards $9.00 - Set of Any 10 Cards $25.00



Mandala Booklet:  $25.00 and Divination Mandala Deck



Dare to Evolve Jeans Jacket- $75.00




Black Short Sleeve T shirt:  $18.00
V neck, Dare to Evolve Graphic
High quality cotton tee

Black Long Sleeve T shirt:  $22.00
Dare to Evolve Graphic
Round neck, high quality cotton tee

To purchase original artwork please
 Contact  Jan West  directly by:

Email : JanWestArt@mac.com
Phone at: 216-496-2671.
 


Available for sale are: 

Original Paintings
Original Mandalas and Prints
Southwest Photography
Limited edition, fine art prints, many sizes
Greeting cards and greeting card sets
Mandala Divination Set and Booklet
Tee shirts: Dare to Evolve Graphic
Jeans Jacket: Dare to Evolve Graphic
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Commissioned work
Commercial Photography
Orb Photographic Sessions
 Workshops and Keynote Lectures
 Healing tools, and more! 

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Email:
JanWestArt@mac.com

Phone: 216-496-2671


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Link to Photography Gallery

Link to Orb Gallery

Link to Fire Gallery

Link to Workshops and Keynote

Link to Contact Jan West

Link to What's New?


Thank you for your time and interest in my work.
Jan West