Kathy M. Forzley – Painting with Wool

Kathy M. Forzley – Painting with Wool
Saturday, May 18 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Ages 14-Adult $60 ($55 Members)
Unleash your inner Monet and learn how to create a beautiful impressionist-style 8×10-ish painting using wool fiber and wet felting techniques! You will be using a photo of your choice for inspiration to create a simple flower design, floral still life, landscape or seascape scene. The instructor will demonstrate the basic method of how to prepare the wool base, discuss techniques for adding colors represented in your photo, show you how to create different flower & leaf shapes, and illustrate ways to enhance your layout by adding small amounts of fabric, silk, wool nepps, art yarns and other fun embellishments. Once your layout is complete you will add soapy water and finish the process using wet felting techniques. At the end of the workshop you will leave with a beautiful textural piece that can be further embellished with hand embroidery, machine stitching, beading and/or other decorations (optional). Your finished piece can be mounted on canvas, framed or made into a decorative accessory. Note: This class requires the handling of merino wool and use of mild soap (Dawn & Olive Oil). Not recommended for persons with highly sensitive skin. Some rolling of felt is required. Please bring: 2 old bath towels, small pail for water, small pair of sharp scissors and a photo for inspiration (optional). Students will take a short break for lunch.

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Embossed Metal Tape Relief

Embossed Metal Tape Relief
Saturday, April 13 12:30 – 2:00 p.m.
Ages 9-14 $10
This is a unique project that combines a piece of wood, random fancy junk, silver tape and accenting color. The result is an interesting relief sculpture that is a blend of classy and steampunk. You just have to see it!

Let’s Build a Pizza

Let’s Build a Pizza
Sat., December 16 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Ages 4-5 $7
Using paint, cardboard, yarn and a variety of other materials these little hands will assemble a slice of pizza.

 

Colorful Bird Painting with Mrs. Visser

Colorful Bird Painting with Mrs. Visser
Saturday, September 30 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Ages 4-5 $7
Using tempera paint, watercolor and oil pastels our youngest artists will design their own bird just walking through the tall grass.

Gumball Machine Painting

Gumball Machine Painting
Sat., February 25 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Ages 4 – 7 $7
The artist Wayne Thiebaud was famous for his paintings of pies, ice cream cones and gumball machines. During this class we will honor his work by painting our own gumball machine.

Mixed Media Folk Art with Susie Rodriquez

Mixed Media Folk Art with Susie Rodriquez
Sat. February 11 12:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Ages 16+ $30 ($25 Members)
Using a variety of mediums including paint, ink, and metallics, participants will study the artwork of Mexican and Latin American folk artists to combine to create their own folk art masterpiece! Taught by Susie Rodriquez, all materials provided.

Heart Painting with Color and Pattern

Heart Painting with Color and Pattern
Sat., February 11 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Ages 4 – 7 $7
Use bold colors, abundant textures and some cutting and pasting skills to create a one of a kind work of heart.

Holiday Deer Mixed Media Project

Holiday Deer Mixed Media Project
Sat., November 26 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Ages 6-10 $7
Make a 3D Deer head complete with antlers, ornaments and plenty of holiday cheer. Paint, cardboard, string, found objects and more!

Watercolor Autumn Tree Painting

Watercolor Autumn Tree Painting
Sat., October 29 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Ages 6 – 9 $7
Create a stained glass effect with black glue resist and warm and cool watercolor washes to create a beautiful fall tree silhouette.

Autumn Adventures Leaf Painting

Autumn Adventures Leaf Painting
Sat., October 15 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Ages 4-5 $7
Create a bold, warm color autumn leaf and place it over a cool washy watercolor background.