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| Playful
Printmaking
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Explore
the playfulness and excitement of relief printmaking,
working with plates that are easily cut, inked and printed
by
hand onto beautiful Oriental papers and cards. From that
basic beginning a wide variety of possibilities open up:
layer or combine colours, introduce collage pieces, add
freeform monoprint lines, mask and re-print areas, combine
any or all of
the above. Anything goes. From a simple start,
your vision will spring to life with grace and depth.
$140 plus $25 materials.
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Fri.
Oct. 19 |
Vicki
Cowan |
Encaustic
1
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Encaustic
is a wax-based painting technique that has been
used since ancient times. This course is designed for the painter
who is new to encaustic or needs a refresher. Technique and
safety will be stressed. All materials are supplied including
a
selection of support boards.
$145 plus $25 materials.
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Sat.
Oct. 27 |
Maggie
Dozwell |
Encaustic
2
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Join
Artbarn member artist, Maggie Dozwell, in an informal open
studio setting. Participants will explore this fascinating medium
on their own with instruction only if requested. Pigments and
mediums will be provided and participants need to bring their
own boards or supports. Some will be available to purchase
at the workshop. This is a hands-on studio workshop where
you will become familiar with the Egyptian technique of encaustic
using only beeswax and encaustic pigment. No toxic or harsh
materials such as microcrystalline will be utilized in the studio.
This studio day will provide participants with a full six hours
of working time in encaustic. Please bring ideas and creativity.
Basic understanding of encaustic technique is required.
$135 pigments included, boards for purchase at class.
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Sat.
Nov. 10 |
Maggie
Dozwell |
Painting
Toronto's
Past in Watercolor
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Have you ever wanted to learn how to paint architecture in
watercolour? Then this is the workshop for you! Come explore
the medium with Bonnie Steinberg, a well-respected painter
and dynamic instructor. In this class, you will focus on transparent
watercolour as means of artistic expression for painters with
some experience. Since Bonnie is noted for her high-keyed colour
and dramatic lighting, these two elements will receive particular
attention. Subject matter will focus on local surroundings,
with an
emphasis on period architecture, the details of their structure
and dramatic design. You will learn how to paint architectural
details, i.e. gingerbread, glass on windows, bricks, and other
delights of Toronto's well preserved past.
$130 plus $25 materials.
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Fri.
Jan.18 |
Bonnie
Steinberg |
Introduction
to Photo Transfers in Textile Projects
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Make something special for your home or a gift.
This workshop will introduce you to using inkjet photo transfers
on fabric for textile projects. In the workshop you will make
a pillow or wall hanging to explore the steps of printing on
inkjet
ready fabric, applying the image to a background, and
embellishing the work using iron-on bonding materials and
hand-sewing techniques. No previous experience is necessary.
$130 plus $25 materials.
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Sat.
Nov. 24 |
Karen
Chisvin |
| Silk
Painting on Scarves
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"Silk",
the very word conjures images of the exotic Silk Route,
spices of the Orient and rich fabrics. Create your own
magnificent silk scarves in this one-day workshop just
in time for holiday gifting. With the complete beginner
in mind, this class will cover the fundamentals of resist
work, dye mixing, salt techniques, fixing and final treatments.
Samples as well as two silk scarves will be completed.
$135
includes all materials |
Sat.
Dec. 1 |
Caroline
Wickham |
Encaustic
Painting Workshop
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here for more information |
Join
member artist, Maggie Dozwell, in this one-day intensive
workshop for encaustic painting using the non-toxic Egyptian
technique. The session will accommodate beginners and advanced
participants. Beginners will be introduced to preparation
of surface
for encaustic application, application of medium and top surface
techniques like scratching and leafing. Advanced students
will learn
techniques such as image transfer and application of embellishments.
Each
student will receive individualized attention.
All materials will be provided.
Beginner Introduction is from 9-10am.
$145
includes all materials
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Sat. Feb.2 |
Maggie Dozwell |
