The 12-Week Creative Identity Intensive
Systematic methodology for retired analytical professional women: From “I can’t draw” to undeniable proof
This isn’t art instruction. This is identity transformation.
In 12 weeks, you’ll shatter the “I can’t draw” belief you’ve carried for decades—with undeniable proof you create yourself: a self-portrait that looks exactly like you.
Through systematic methodology designed specifically for analytical minds, you’ll reconnect with the creative identity you set aside for 40 years of service.
This intensive is for accomplished retired women from caring professions ready to prove: “I’m not creative” was never true.
See the real life examples from previous client’s work here Before and After Examples
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
The 12-Week Structure:
Weeks 1-4: Foundation & Belief Dismantling
- Discover where creativity comes from and how to access it through visualisation skills
- Using drawing as a vehicle for connection between the subconscious to conscious
- Shape, pattern, placement and proportion recognition
- Understand how to access your powerful analytical mind to excel at drawing
- Private 1:1 email weekly recorded individual video guidance and feedback on your practice exercises
- Create beautiful charcoal pencil sketches of your environment using brain, hand and eye coordination
Weeks 5-8: Skill Development & Confidence Building
- Progressive skill-building through structured exercises using charcoal pencil
- From basic forms to complex subjects moving into 3D with shadow and light
- Private 1:1 email weekly recorded individual video guidance and feedback on your practice exercises
- Addressing creative blocks and breakthroughs as they arise
Weeks 9-12: Self-Portrait Intensive
- The process of creating your own personal self-portrait (the belief-shattering proof)
- Detailed guidance through each stage
- Refinement and completion
- The “I can’t believe I did this” moment
WHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE:
✓ Shatter the “I can’t draw” belief with undeniable proof—your own self-portrait
✓ Reconnect with your creative identity—the woman you set aside for 40 years
✓ Master systematic methodology—designed specifically for analytical minds like yours
✓ Transform how you see yourself—from “I’m not creative” to “I AM an artist”
FORMAT & COMMITMENT:
Time Investment: 3 focused hours per week for 12 weeks
Format: Video presentations, written booklets, detailed recorded-video feedback, and structured practice
Private 1:1 weekly email (unique video recorded) feedback: Only your work is recorded on the screen when given personalised feedback for you.
Support: Ongoing guidance throughout your 12 weeks Cindy is available by email and facebook messenger
Exclusivity: Maximum of 40 women taught privately world-wide at any one time (numbers limited for maximum attention on your journey)
Selection process to proceed to the next level: Only 3 people are chosen to work with Cindy every two years (to invest in the next level) of publishing your own children’s book, collection of portraits or original artworks of your choice
WHO THIS IS FOR:
✓ Recently retired professionals from caring/analytical fields (nurses, teachers, coordinators)
✓ Ages 60-75 with time freedom and financial resources
✓ Ready to invest in yourself for the first time in decades
✓ Can commit 3 hours/week for 12 weeks
✓ Have carried “I’m not creative” belief but secretly yearned to create
✓ Want systematic, evidence-based methodology (not “follow your intuition” instruction)
WHO THIS IS NOT FOR:
❌ Seeking casual hobby classes or social art groups
❌ Want quick results without committed practice
❌ Not willing to invest significantly in transformation
❌ Still working full-time with limited availability
❌ Prefer group video calls over written guidance and independent practice
INVESTMENT:
The 12-Week Creative Identity Intensive: $4,997
Payment plan available: 3 monthly payments of $1,797
Choosing to be mentored by Cindy was the best decision I made. Her mentoring has taught me things that would have taken years to learn on my own. Boosted my confidence as an artist. I have totally enjoyed working with Cindy. Thank you for everything Cindy.
Linda Elliott – USA
I have learnt so much in such a short time. Cindy is always available and so generous with her time. Her guidance, feedback and encouragement have been invaluable… Thank you Cindy you are an inspiration and I’m so pleased our paths have crossed.
Colleen Cooke – Australia
Starting the Complete Online Drawing Course with a mentor, has been one of my best decisions… I can be very hard on myself and being ‘judged’ can be very scary. But I learned quickly that Cindy is very kind hearted and positive. Her videos about my drawings are always filled with attention for things that I did right followed by areas where I can improve and showing me how to do so. I am now making drawings I would have never dreamed of making.
Thessa Kranendonk – The Netherlands
I’ve been enrolled in Cindy’s Art Life Coaching Program for 4 years and its been a life-changing journey. During this time Cindy has helped me to finally open a door that I’d been knocking on for so long. I never thought I’d rever this level I’m now at in my art. I’m regularly commissioned for dog portraits and loving my life with art in it, it brings me so much joy. At last drawing makes sense and I can do it! I highly recommend Cindy as an Art Life Coach, you’ll be so glad you took this leap of faith.
Johanna Thebige – USA
Cindy Wider as my mentor sees my drawings with her deeper understanding and many years of experience. She helps to open my eyes and to see all of the little details. She explains areas that I did differently to the course notes or later to the photographs in a portrait. To see these little details and then to improve in the right way – that‘s the biggest difference from self-teach to mentored and for me the key to success!
Cornelia Urlass – Germany
I recently decided to do a portrait of my brother not realising how complex a beard would be. After watching many YouTube videos on the subject and failing with every technique, I approached Cindy… She took the actual work that I was busy with and personally recorded the impressing of the beard as a tutorial which I could follow. I never imagined that I would get such support from a mentoring program… I would recommend anyone eager to learn or improve their art to sign up with Cindy.
Karen Piper – South Africa
I did not come into the course with any natural talent and I realized that perseverance and the ability to ask and get answers to my many questions was what I needed in order to learn. Having a specific critique geared to my level of talent has made all the difference. Cindy is a wonderfully supportive coach… There is no topping the one-on-one experience gained by having your own tutor… My “seeing” is much improved with Cindy’s mentoring and I am so thankful that I can turn photos into works of art.
Lynn Nelson – USA
Cindy’s critiques are so helpful and instructive it consolidates your learning and definitely speeds up your progress. Having forever access to the course and critiques is amazing value – it’s a complete personalised refresher every time you need it. When you come to work on your own artwork, Cindy takes time to find out what you want and determines a path to help you achieve it. She knows how to challenge you – to stop you taking the ‘easy option,’ whilst being there to guide you and help you achieve the work you wanted to. It really is continual learning in its most enjoyable sense. Most highly recommended!
Alison White – UK
Just wanted to share. Just now leaving Dr. She was amazed at how well I looked, my mood, my recovery chemo. I showed her my art and mentioned you & DrawPJ. She loved how much improved my spirits were since I regained art as my expression. You do such an awesome job at what you do. Thank you
Shekita Hackett – USA
I can say that it was the best decision on my art journey. Thanks to Cindy’s careful guidance and dedicated support, I feel like my drawing skills have improved dramatically in a relatively short span of time. There is no more blundering in the dark 🙂 Cindy’s feedback and video reviews are very clear, helpful, and encouraging which makes the process of learning enjoyable and relaxing. I am looking forward to every project and know that Cindy is there every step of the way to provide her support and expert advice.
Katya Yanovich – USA
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