Create a mixed media series on wood panels, layered with original papers, dyed fabric, natural elements and ephemera of your choice. You will create original papers to build collage layers that support natural elements such as twigs, bark, stones, feathers, shells and metal. You will explore how fabric and fibres find their place amongst these collaged pieces. You will be encouraged to work intuitively throughout this class as you connect with your inner self and with your materials. You will be encouraged to approach your work with curiosity, exploration and a sense of awe and wonder. Create at your own level and use your own creativity while being gently guided to truly make these pieces unique and authentically yours.
Materials Fee $40 cash only paid at beginning of class includes:
(Some materials you will keep, some will be shared).
4, 6x6” 7/8” wood cradled panels
cotton muslin
water color paper
stitching needles
White acrylic paint
acrylic inks: Payne’s Gray, Indigo, Sepia, Transparent Burnt Umber, Raw Sienna
gel medium- regular and heavy
brush to apply gel medium
Supplies Needed to bring for Class:
a variety of fibres eg) wool, embroidery floss, hemp twine, leather
scissors
ephemera of your choice eg) twigs, bark, stones, feathers, shells, beads, wire, metal, buttons
brushes: a medium sized stiff brush, a mop brush, a medium sized Filbert water color brush, a fan brush for mark making
heat tool
glass to hold water for cleaning brushes
brayer
palette to hold inks and paint
apron
other ink or paint colors if you prefer a different palette (We can adjust the materials fee)
Optional items:
exacto knife to trim paper from the wood panels (or you can do this at home)
cutting mat for trimming paper from wood panels
gloves to protect hands from ink
paper trimmer
To pre-order supplies, click on this link for Cobblestone Creek Studios.