The Way of Wabi Sabi Collage with Donna Watson

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Su Berghuis-Garde Donna Watson Student-1

I'm 67 and have been a practicing artist for 40 years. My 3 year Diploma, and 4 year Degree in Visual Arts didn't lead me to the personal depths that this course did.

- Su Berghuis-Garde

Wendy Steward Donna Watson Student

I was struggling to create and find my voice, Donna helped me discover it and create art that had a deep meaning to me. I have loved watching and immersing myself in this course, it has been life altering in my approach to just about everything

- Wendy Steward

Robyn Colman Donna Watson Student

Before this class I stumbled around trying all kinds of approaches to collage but achieved nothing coherent. Now I feel that I have the building blocks for a considered and meaningful practice that suits my personal aesthetic.

- Robyn Colman

Jeannete Kool Donna Watson Student

I have overcome my hesitation that work would not be good enough & now dare to express what I feel inside. Donna's course forms the backbone of my further creative journey. What a gift that is.

- Jeanette K.

A different way to learn - grounded in meaning, process, and personal expression.

Donna Watson Wabi Sabi Collage papers

Free your creative practice.

Move beyond perfectionism and second-guessing. Work with intuition, reflection, and intention to create collages that feel connected and honest.

Donna Watson Wabi Sabi Paper Factory

Learn through process,
not formulas

Donna demonstrates materials, paper preparation, and composition, including her work with Japanese washi and visits places of deep cultural significance.

Donna Watson Wabi Sabi

Find your voice.

Collage becomes a way to explore what matters to you. By working in series and responding to your own interests, you’ll develop a visual language that feels unmistakably yours.

Donna Watson is a mixed media artist and mentor with over 45 years of experience working across painting, collage, and fibre-based practices.

Her work is shaped by her Japanese heritage and a lifelong engagement with Japanese aesthetics, Zen concepts, and the philosophy of wabi-sabi. She is drawn to what time leaves behind - layers, traces, faded memory, and the quiet beauty of impermanence.

Donna’s practice has evolved from painting with Japanese-inspired papers to working fully with collage. Through hand-painted papers, layered surfaces, and considered composition, she explores identity, memory, and personal narrative, returning to art as a way of understanding who we are.

As a teacher, Donna is known for her calm, thoughtful approach. Rather than asking students to replicate her work, she encourages them to slow down, reflect, and develop a visual language that feels honest and their own.

Marlis Kraft Donna Watson Student

I was working mostly from my intuition in the past. Donna's thoughts about 'Intuition vs. Intention' set me off on a conscious path where intuition starts from a more thoughtful place.

- Marlis Kraft

Caroline Moore Donna Watson Student

The course encourages you to look deeper at what you are trying to say with your work and how to say it. Donna has a way of drawing this from you and her personal encouragement through the facebook group is invaluable.

- Caroline Moore

Discover or deepen their own artistic voice.
Identify what genuinely inspires you, from colour and texture to themes and composition, so your work feels personal and intentional.
Enjoy experimenting with materials and process.
Explore hand-painted papers, layering, and different collage approaches, using materials as a way to think, feel, and respond - not to follow a formula.
Move through perfectionism and creative stuck-ness.
If you’re tired of second-guessing yourself or striving for “right answers,” this course offers a slower, more reflective way forward.
Value meaning over speed.
Learn within a professionally crafted, supportive environment where teaching, production, and community are held to a high standard - and ideas are given time to unfold.

*This course is not based on step-by-step formulas or pre-determined results to replicate.

An invitation to slow down, let go of perfection, and invest in a lasting creative practice.

Enrolment is open for a limited time.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

6 modules with cinematic video lessons
Two live Q&A sessions with Donna
Up to eight weeks of engagement with Donna
Lifetime access to all course materials
Access to a private student community
Comprehensive resource guides
Private online learning portal
Learn at your own pace
8.5 + hours of professionally filmed content

Today's Price

$398 USD

Payment plans
available at checkout

Pam Finlay Donna Watson Student

This course will help you to discover your artistic voice within and the content will enable you to experiment with new techniques and tools for making collages.

- Pam Finlay

Sue Puhlhorn Donna Watson Student

Before this course I had been exploring multiple approaches and styles – trying to find a theme in my style and voice. This course helped me to hone this and pushed me to focus on more meaning and intention in my work. This was a breakthrough for me and has ignited more purpose in my pieces.

- Sue Puhlhorn

Randi Pettit Donna Watson Student

It is one of the best courses I have taken so far and I definitely had a breakthrough in my artwork.

- Randi P.

We take great pride in our commitment to excellence. At Take Two, we call it FATT Fabulous.

Our courses are professionally crafted to the highest standards, and our tutors share decades of knowledge with generosity, care, and integrity.

To protect both our tutors’ intellectual property and your investment, we offer a money-back guarantee if you’ve watched less than 10% of the course within seven days and decide it’s not the right fit.

Please see our full terms for details.

Our friendly team is here to support you before, during, and after your course. If you have any questions at all, reach out anytime at support@fibreartstaketwo.com - we’re always happy to help.

Helpful FAQs
Have another question? We’re here to help! Please contact the Take Two team at support@fibreartstaketwo.com

: Enrolment will close on 2nd February 2026, or earlier if places fill.
: The course investment is:

AUD $579.00
USD $398.00
GBP £304.00
EUR €349.00
NZD $629.00
CAD $549.00

2 and 5-month payment plans are available at checkout.
: We accept AUD, USD, GBP, EUR, NZD, and CAD.

If your local currency isn’t listed, your bank will automatically convert the amount at the time of purchase.
: You don’t need to buy a lot of new materials.

Donna encourages you to use and repurpose what you already have. While Japanese washi papers and other materials are introduced, they are explored thoughtfully - not as required purchases.

To make this easier, we’ve partnered with a specialist washi paper supplier in the USA who has created a curated paper pack specifically for this course. It’s an optional way to explore different papers before deciding which ones you’d like to invest in long-term.

If you’d like to purchase supplies ahead of time, Donna has suggested the following materials:

materials guidelines here.
: No. This course is self-paced with lifetime access.

You can begin when the timing feels right - immediately, in a few weeks, or much later. While Donna will be actively engaging in the student community during the first eight weeks, the course content is always available to return to.

Before the pandemic I could not have imagined an online art course but now I am a complete convert. I think the freedom to take your time and disappear down your own rabbit hole is such a joy!

- Wendy G.
: As much - or as little - as feels manageable.

Many students spend one to two hours per week, but there’s no set schedule and nothing you can fall behind on. You won’t miss out if you take the course at a slower pace.

Donna and the Take Two team will support you during the first eight weeks, and you’ll have lifetime access to all course materials and the student community.
: Donna will be actively engaging in the private, students-only community for eight weeks, from 16 January to 13 March 2026.

During this time, she’ll respond to questions, offer guidance, and support your progress. You’ll also be able to share images of your work, learn from past students, and engage with others as you move through the course.

You’ll also be invited to two live Q&A sessions, which are recorded for your convenience.

Participation is encouraged, but never compulsory.
: We use Facebook because it’s a free, accessible platform that supports conversation, image sharing, and live interaction.

With multiple moderators actively engaged, our communities remain welcoming and productive learning environments.

If you prefer not to use Facebook, Q&As are streamed separately and you’ll still receive all course content and regular email updates. Participation in the community is optional – though many students find it invaluable.

I didn’t even do Facebook before – but this format really nurtures connection.

– Chris C.
: Absolutely. Our course content is fully responsive, so you can access your course wherever you feel most comfortable - your computer, phone, or tablet. All you need is an internet connection.
: That’s okay - you don’t need to be a tech whiz to enjoy our online fibre art courses!

Our students regularly report (with much relief 😉) how easy it is to use our online learning platform. We’re also proudly well-known for our top-notch customer service and are always just a message away if you need support.
: Both - in different ways.

Beginners often find the course freeing and confidence-building enjoying learning new techniques and processes. More experienced artists value the focus on meaning, intention, and personal direction.

Although techniques are covered, this isn’t a step-by-step technical course. It’s best suited to artists who are open to reflection and exploration, regardless of experience level.
: Yes - Donna teaches a wide range of practical techniques, and you’ll see them demonstrated throughout the course.

You’ll learn how to:

work with Japanese washi papers

hand-paint your own collage papers

create pressed botanical prints, tea-bag papers, fabric papers, and momigami

compose a collage using principles of design and composition

bring multiple papers together with intention, rather than overwhelm

Donna also teaches:

elements and principles of design

how to establish a focal point

how to simplify compositions

how to work in series once you’ve identified meaningful content

What Donna doesn’t do is demonstrate a finished artwork for you to copy.

Instead, she shows you how and why decisions are made, so you can apply the techniques to your own materials, experiences, and ideas. This approach gives you the tools and confidence to develop work that’s personal and recognisable as your own - rather than a version of someone else’s style.

In short: this course is hands-on and visually demonstrated, while remaining focused on helping you find your own voice.
: To protect both our tutors’ intellectual property and your investment, we offer a money-back guarantee if you’ve watched less than 10% of the course within seven days and decide it’s not the right fit.

Full details are available in our terms.
: That’s okay. This course will be here when the timing feels right for you - simply register your interest once enrolments close and we’ll keep you updated of further releases.
: Yes, we can absolutely organise a gift voucher (what a beautiful gift for somebody!) Please email us at support@fibreartstaketwo.com with the details, and our friendly team will help create a personalised digital voucher for you.