An Honest Look: BTS
People often ask why my self-paced classes took so long to release compared to live workshops. Well, they demanded far more behind-the-scenes work than most realize.
A live workshop is relatively straightforward, intimate and direct—an overhead camera, a front-facing angle, and your undivided attention for an hour. I can leave projects unfinished and follow up later.
For self-paced courses, however, I must ensure:
You receive a comprehensive visual supplies list with downloadable/shoppable options
Multiple camera angles capture intricate details you shouldn't miss
Dynamic viewing perspectives maintain your engagement (especially important since 90% of self-paced course enrollees never complete them—a staggering statistic!)
Seamless transitions between angles, requiring precision editing
Consistent color, lighting, and audio across all lessons, even when recorded on different days
Thoughtful voiceovers that guide your process and offer encouragement
Professional trailers to help others discover these creative journeys
Efficient file management across devices (we're talking gigabytes of data)
This process demands time, energy, meticulous planning, and constant troubleshooting. My equipment, computer processing power, and family responsibilities all impact production timelines.
I'm sharing this because despite the higher demand for self-paced courses, I prefer live workshops. The backend work is substantial, and it can be disheartening when only 20 people enroll and just 1-2 complete the course after all that effort.
This reality led me to reevaluate my offerings. I realized I don’t want to create for metrics or trends. I want to create for connection. So, I’ve phased out all self-paced courses and offer one meaningful LIVE creative space every month in the form of The Ripple Room.
It feels lighter. Truer. More aligned with how I want to show up.
