Wednesday, Nov 28 2012 02:17 PM
Creating Layers. Back-to-Back.
Well, the Five Fabulous Workshops here at my Merrickville Studio are over for now. Look for them again in 2013 along with some new offerings that I'm working on. I have enjoyed this round of workshops so much and feel so thankful to work (play really) with so many creative spirits! Sharing knowledge, techniques, experience and my studio space has brought me such pleasure and, as always, everyone has given so much back.
Here are some wonderful works of art from the two groups in the back-to-back Creating Layers workshops on November 24th and 25th. I am always blown away by how different everyone's pieces are. We truly possess unique creative souls :)
Thank you to all the Fabulous Workshop Participants!!!
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Here are some wonderful works of art from the two groups in the back-to-back Creating Layers workshops on November 24th and 25th. I am always blown away by how different everyone's pieces are. We truly possess unique creative souls :)
Thank you to all the Fabulous Workshop Participants!!!
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If you have ideas for workshops you would like me to teach, please send me an email here.
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Thursday, Nov 22 2012 02:24 PM
Creating Texture and Age.
Creativity was in the air once again on Saturday, November 17th here in the Studio. This time the workshop was "Creating Texture and Age". We used acrylic mediums, raised wallpaper (Anaglypta), stencils, found objects, cardboard, fabrics... even beads. Much experimenting and discovering ensued as we applied paint and aging solutions to create wonderful patinas. The results were delightful!
Next up is "Creating Layers" - one group on Saturday, November 24th and another group on Sunday, November 25th. That will be last of the Five Fabulous Workshops for this season. I don't know what I will do with myself after they are over ;)
I really do enjoy the wonderful creative energy that fills my studio when I teach and I look forward to offering more workshops in 2013!
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Sunday, Nov 4 2012 02:42 PM
Creating Collage.
A big thank you to everyone who was part of the Creating Collage workshop on Saturday, November 3rd. What a wonderful group!
I really enjoy the energy and sharing atmosphere that happens when a small handful of creative souls come together. Everyone learns, plays, and draws inspiration from each other.
I am always amazed at how uniquely personal each artist's collage is. These pieces are fabulous. Well done, everybody!
I really enjoy the energy and sharing atmosphere that happens when a small handful of creative souls come together. Everyone learns, plays, and draws inspiration from each other.
I am always amazed at how uniquely personal each artist's collage is. These pieces are fabulous. Well done, everybody!
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Tuesday, Oct 30 2012 02:43 PM
Binding Art to Books.
The Studio was filled with creative energy on October 13 & 14 when five fabulous workshop participants came together for the Creating Muse Journals Workshop. Saturday was spent making small pieces of art on canvas boards with acrylic paint and mediums, collage, stamps and all sorts of delightful embellishments.
On Sunday, holes were drilled to transform the art into book covers. Text blocks and spine wraps were folded and punched and everything was sewn together with a Coptic stitch to create wonderfully personal books, infused with art and creativity.
The resulting Muse Journals were spectacular! It was a fantastic group and we all enjoyed ourselves :)
Next up: Creating Collage Workshop on Saturday, November 3. There are still 2 spots if you are interested in joining us!
On Sunday, holes were drilled to transform the art into book covers. Text blocks and spine wraps were folded and punched and everything was sewn together with a Coptic stitch to create wonderfully personal books, infused with art and creativity.
The resulting Muse Journals were spectacular! It was a fantastic group and we all enjoyed ourselves :)
Next up: Creating Collage Workshop on Saturday, November 3. There are still 2 spots if you are interested in joining us!
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Tuesday, Oct 2 2012 02:59 PM
It's Back. Creating Muse Journals.
In fact, all of the FIVE FABULOUS WORKSHOPS are back. Starting with Creating Muse Journals on Saturday and Sunday, October 13 & 14, 2012 at my studio here in Merrickville.
Learn techniques and develop your artist's eye to enhance your own work. For the artistically experienced or the curious beginner. There are only 3 spots left, so sign up quickly :)
Make a rare book of your own where you can spill your thoughts & ideas, hopes & fears, dreams & desires. Write, sketch, doodle & paint...
Mixed media art on canvas panels become front & back covers. Each signature is wrapped with decorative paper. A sturdy Coptic binding allows the journal to lie flat when open. 192 pages, 75 lb. white, acid free paper
Learn techniques and develop your artist's eye to enhance your own work. For the artistically experienced or the curious beginner. There are only 3 spots left, so sign up quickly :)
Make a rare book of your own where you can spill your thoughts & ideas, hopes & fears, dreams & desires. Write, sketch, doodle & paint...
Mixed media art on canvas panels become front & back covers. Each signature is wrapped with decorative paper. A sturdy Coptic binding allows the journal to lie flat when open. 192 pages, 75 lb. white, acid free paper
Create small mixed media paintings on canvas board; drill holes for sewing & adhere decorated papers to inside covers
Cut & fold signatures, punch for sewing; cut decorative spine papers
Sew your book with waxed linen thread using the Coptic binding technique
Sunday, Mar 4 2012 06:00 AM
Creating Layers Workshop
Five determined people made their way through extreme snowy conditions to my studio in Merrickville for the CREATING LAYERS workshop on Saturday, February 25th. I commend you all on your bravery and excellent driving skills!
The studio was filled with a wonderful energy as we explored various techniques for building layers with acrylic paints, stencils, masks & collage. Brayers, old credit cards and brushes were used to apply transparent, opaque, interference and iridescent paints.
I particularly love the "AHA!" moments and the sharing of so many ideas that happen during a workshop.
Thank you to five fabulous participants!!!
For more coverage of this workshop and the previous two - Creating Collage & Creating Text in Your Art - see Véronique's wonderful blog :)
Next up - "Creating Texture & Age" workshop here at the studio on March 10th!
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| Tools for building layers. |
The studio was filled with a wonderful energy as we explored various techniques for building layers with acrylic paints, stencils, masks & collage. Brayers, old credit cards and brushes were used to apply transparent, opaque, interference and iridescent paints.
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| Success! Colourful, layered pieces full of depth & mystery. |
I particularly love the "AHA!" moments and the sharing of so many ideas that happen during a workshop.
Thank you to five fabulous participants!!!
For more coverage of this workshop and the previous two - Creating Collage & Creating Text in Your Art - see Véronique's wonderful blog :)
Next up - "Creating Texture & Age" workshop here at the studio on March 10th!
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