MIXED MEDIA ART CLASSES2010 ScheduleMy mixed media art classes are inspiring and rewarding. In these classes there's a sense of freedom and of play. Joy is abundant! These are workshops for trying various techniques and experimenting with different approaches to making abstract or non-representational art. You don't need any experience in art at all to come and explore a new way of expressing yourself that's uniquely yours. My role in the studio is to facilitate and guide you as you explore your creativity through the use of mediums, papers, paints and much more.
NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED. I love coming up with ideas for my mixed media art classes. This one is interesting because if you've never done this sort of thing before, I actually provide you with a simple layout diagram to help you orient yourself. Of course, yours will be very different from mine, as will everyone's. And that's the best part... originality! So come spend the day using texture and found objects creating an abstract painting depicting a scene using a pre-planned composition for guidance. Or of course just do your own thing! Ideal for the non-painter and the person who doesn’t draw. DATES:Saturday, March 20, 2010 from 10am to 3pm PLEASE NOTE THE CLASS ON MARCH 20 IS NOW FULL The next available date is Sunday, May 16, 2010 from 10am to 3pm THERE ARE STILL SPACES AVAILABLE FOR MAY 16. CLASS FEE: $50.00 SUPPLIES LIST: 16 x 20 canvas, please bring 2 or 3 for other experimentation Cheesecloth Corrugated cardboard Embellishments of your choice or use items from my stash. 1" flat brush 2" flat brush Pre-class instructions will be supplied. Paints and mediums will be supplied. Lunch and beverages included.
DETRITUS MIXED MEDIA CLASS de·tri·tus n. pl. detritus a. Disintegrated or eroded matter: the detritus of past civilizations. b. Accumulated material; debris: This 1- 1/2 day long mixed media session is about layers of collaged vintage papers and the process of adding and removing paint layers.
Below is a closer look at details from the large 48" x 24" painting featured above.
CANVAS SIZE RESTRICTION - To make sure everyone has elbow room, please bring a canvas no larger than 40" x 40". There are 2 easels available in the studio or you can work at a table. You are welcome to bring your own easel. Class size is limited to 4 students for this class. Vintage papers supplied, as well as paints and mediums. DATES: Saturday and Sunday, April 17 and 18, 2010 PLEASE NOTE THERE IS ONLY 1 SPACE LEFT ON THIS DATE Saturday from 9am to Noon and Sunday from 10am to 4pm Includes Continental breakfast on Saturday, and Lunch on Sunday. CLASS FEE: $75.00 OR Saturday and Sunday, May 22 and 23, 2010, THERE ARE STILL SPACES LEFT FOR THIS DATE. Saturday from 9am to Noon and Sunday from 10am to 4pm Includes Continental breakfast on Saturday, and Lunch on Sunday. CLASS FEE: $75.00 SUPPLIES LIST: Large canvas, no larger than 40" x 40" 1" flat brush 2" flat brush Pre-class instructions will be supplied. Paints and mediums will be supplied. Vintage journal pages will be supplied. If you would like to personalize your painting, you may bring photocopies of documents that have sentimental value to you, including photos or other images.
Here's a fun project! Why not collage a simple piece of furniture? In this example, I have used original vintage movie ads to cover a tall CD / DVD cabinet. I've also done 2 crates with lids for storing more DVDs and old VHS tapes. Just click on the CD cabinet image on the left to see one of the crates. In this workshop, learn how to do a simple collage using images and text as an under-painting. Using my technique, you'll simulate a real vintage effect by applying and removing paint over the collage. Choose a wooden surface of your liking, preferably unfinished wood. IKEA has some nice trays, small tables and stools. Great finds at Value Village and consignment shops. MAKES A GREAT FATHER'S DAY GIFT!!!! Workshop size limited to 5 students to ensure there's plenty of elbow room. DATES: Tuesday, March 23, 2010 OR Sunday, June 13, 2010 from 10am to 4pm from 10am to 4pm CLASS FEE: $35.00 SUPPLIES LIST: Wooden surface of choice 1" flat brush 2" flat brush cotton rags Glaze Medium 2 acrylic paints Pre-class instructions will be supplied. Bring photocopies of documents that have sentimental value to you, including photos or other images. Scrounge around for old documents. You could focus on a theme as I have done with the movie ads. Perhaps you're into old cars, unicycles, the circus, a road trip....
Here is a close up detail of the front cabinet door.
NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED. Make a painting using acrylic paints, a brayer (rubber roller), your fingers, palette knife, paper, string, rags, water, canvas and your imagination. Ideal for the non-painter and the person who doesn’t draw. Pure, primal art making. You'll love taking any of my mixed media art classes! If you'd like to have a weekend to "unplug" and to nurture yourself with some play time
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The mixed media art classes are always relaxing, fun and dare I say therapeutic. Come to the studio and make art.
Use of paints and mediums included. Supply list will be provided for all mixed media art classes. To ensure your time here is completely stress-free, your snacks and gourmet lunch are included. You may bring wine...I'll supply tea, coffee and soft drinks. You may split your 2 days any way you like. They do not have to be consecutive.
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