Workshops & Classes


   
$99 Paper Arts Workshop —
Basics for Making Prints and Book Covers/Cards
REGISTER NOW FOR SATURDAY, APRIL 27th or SATURDAY, MAY 18th


Testimonials:
Thank you both for a fabulous day ! I loved the relaxed, informal, structured but non-hurried, no pressure atmosphere........a fun fun fun time with so much information and creative ideas and how-to.

I left feeling happy and inspired and wanting more ! Thank you again for sharing your expertise and for your warm and generous hospitality!
- K

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It definitely was worth the price of admission.  I was especially pleased with how many materials and tools were available to us to experiment with. - KO

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Enthusiasm, energy and everything you ever wanted to know about paper was presented beautifully in the wonderful and easy workshop. Making elegant cards and exceptional books was taught in the most EXCELLENT way!!!  - SMJ

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Laura and Nancy give generously of their knowledge - the class was so much fun, so much creativity from everyone, and so many tools and materials to choose from when completing the projects!
- LN

DETAILS
$99 Paper Arts Workshop —
Basics for Making Books and Cards

9:30 AM to 4 PM Sat April 27th or Sat May 18th 2013

Friends:
Join us for this fun 1-day Paper Art Workshop. Start with blank paper and some fun tools and end up with a custom covered book cover, a framed print and some smaller projects and lots of ideas for your future projects.WHEN:   Sat 4/27/2013 or Sat 5/18/2013 from 9:30 - 4.  For those not on the Coastside, consider making a full day of it with a walk or brunch prior to the class or dinner afterwards.  

WHERE
:  Half Moon Bay, at a lovely home built specifically for hosting art/craft events. Detailed direction provided with confirmation email. 

WHAT
:  Check out the full description below for the projects we will cover in this workshop.  Laura McHugh and Nancy Struck will be the instructors.  The class can accommodate a maximum of 8 students, so don’t wait to sign up.  All materials will be provided.  A list of basic tools to bring will be sent with your confirmation.  

HOW TO ENROLL
:  Send the following to Nancy Struck, 431 Valencia Avenue, Half Moon Bay 94019:
·       Check for $99, made out to Nancy no later than 4/15 for the 4/25 class or 5/8 for the 5/18 class  There are no refunds for cancellations unless you find a replacement, or we can fill your spot with someone from the waiting list.   Bring a friend to the same workshop and receive a $10 discount on one of your registration fees.
  • Full name, address, e-mail and telephone number and date you wish you attend.
  • For further information, feel free to contact the either of the instructors:   
Nancy Struck  (650-712-8211; email  njstruck@coastside.net).   Nancy enjoys many types of creative expression (paper crafting, ceramics, mosaics, printing, gardening,  interior design, etc. ) with book art being one of her favorites since being hooked in 2001 after taking classes at Foothill.   Retired, Nancy prefers playing in her art studio versus building a website or blog.  Is a blog on her 2013 “wish list” ???? 

Laura McHugh
  (650-743-2791; email mailto:lauramchugh@me.com).  Laura is a mixed-media artist focusing on paper and fabric. She loves making boxes and books, and also enjoys sewing, knitting and quilting. She works as an engineer during the day, and moved to the Coast in 2005 to be in a more creative environment. She has founded a project to give away free art around the world (www.theartforeveryoneproject.com) and travels frequently to take art workshops and photographs.

You can LIKE Laura’s art activities on Facebook (Laura McHugh’s Art) or on her website (www.lauramchugh.com).

We’re excited to do these workshops and look forward to having you join us.  Pass on this email or invite a friend, or come and meet some new friends.   Receive a $10 discount on one workshop fee if you sign up a friend at the same time.

B
ring an open mind for a fun day - there is no right or wrong …. just “what is.”

-- Nancy and Laura



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PRINTMAKING CLASS  artbyalicek@gmail.com        (650) 799-5222
Contact:  Alice Kelmon 

Hello - It's time begin a new Introduction to Printmaking class!  If you are interested, please let me know and I will forward you more information.

The final schedule will depend on the calendars of the 4 students and myself.  The class will run for six 3-hour sessions, through September and October, to be chosen from the following Saturdays and Sundays:

9/17, (9/18,) 9/24, (9/25,) 10/1, 10/8, (10/9,) 10/15, (10/16,) 10/22

Generally, we meet from 1:00 - 4:00 but mornings are also an option.  It also works very well have the first 2 classes on the first day.
Dates and times are flexible depending on the needs of the group. 
Maximum 4 students.
Cost is $200 for 6 sessions, plus $25 materials cost.

Please forward this message to others who might be interested.  I hope to hear from you soon. 

Alice Kelmon
artbyalicek@gmail.com
(650) 799-5222




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KUMIHIMO CLASS  10/1
Contact:  Patt Sheldon       patt.matt@comcast.net             650-726-914

 Date:  Oct. 1
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 Time:  Noon-3
 Cost:   $50
 Where:  Connie Andrews’ Studio
             103-1 Harvard Street,  Princeton- by-the-Sea
  Contact:  Patt Sheldon       patt.matt@comcast.net             650-726-9142

   Japanese Samurai warriors used Kumihimo braids to lace their armor together; we use it to embellish our necks and wrists, but the possibilities are endless.  In this class, you will learn the step-by-step basic braiding technique and how to add beads for a unique, colorful bracelet.   Materials fee:  $20.  You will leave with a Kumihimo disk, bobbins, a finished or mostly finished beaded bracelet with findings, and the ability to make necklaces, bracelets, and more.

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COLLAGING IN THE THIRD DIMENSION - Oct 29, Nov 5 and Nov 6  Sept 10, 17, 18
CONTACT: Julia Nelson-Gal              julieng@earthlink.net           415.606.4678

Take your collages to the Third Dimension.  Trying to get collagists to go bigger, even if only to 2-1/2 D.   Offered through the City of Palo Alto.
 
Marianne and Julia are teaching again in February (4/5), a two-day class, called "Stitch It, Wrap It, Bind It"  to encourage people to use more thread, wire, rope etc in their mixed media pieces for both its formal and binding properties.  Registration for that class will probably not be until January.  Just an FYI!

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ZENTANGLE WITH ME   Sept 17, 2011 
Contact: Patricia Madson                improvwisdom@gmail.com               650.712.0443


Have you heard about ZENTANGLES, the newest art craze?  Check out http://www.zentangle.com  to learn from the source.  They are small drawings that some even use as a meditation, others as an outlet for their creativity.  Grace Mendez CZTof Alameda, a certified Zentangle Teacher will lead a two hour workshop at my home in El Granada on Saturday, Sept 17 from 1-3pm.  The cost is $35 and includes a mini-kit with all the materials needed to create two Zentangle tiles.

http://coachedbygrace.com/zentangle/2011/08/improv-wisdom/

EMAIL me at improvwisdom@gmail.com to secure a place. Or call if you have any questions.  650 712-0443 Space is limited so first come, first served.  Hope you can play with us!
 

1 comment:

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