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Workshops | Lectures | Prices | Class Schedule Workshops  Bead, Embellish, Encrust! (One Day)Throw away any preconceived ideas of what you can and cannot do with beads, sequins, embroidery thread, found objects and lovely bits. We will use anything and everything to push your quilt art to the next level, to create an additional surface! Bring workshop pieces, quilts you would like to add another dimension to, or create a piece specifically to embellish in class. Let's go wild!  Pretty Purses (One Day)A pattern is supplied as we explore the techniques used to create these one of a kind purses. Techniques covered include machine embroidery, bobbin drawing, thread painting and embellishment. Basic sewing skills including the ability to set a zipper helpful.  Machine Quilting for the Quilt Artist (One Day)Working both on paper and cloth we will explore what marks can be made on paper and then interpreted on a quilt sandwich with your sewing machine. Innovative supports, like masking tape, tracing paper will be explored in depth.  Small Works, Big Impact! (One Day)Artistic Imagery, in the medium of quilt art, need not be large in order to have a big impact. Working in a format 4x6 inches, we will explore collage techniques, reverse machine appliqué and machine embroidery to enhance your artistic explorations. If needed, a pattern is available.  Soy Wax with Monoprint (Optimal 2 day minimum)We will use the soy wax to create batik like effects on cloth-texture, line and beautiful bits of trapped and resisted color are central to this medium. When using soy wax with monoprinting in thickened Procion MX dyes, the possibilities grow exponentially. Soy wax, an ecologically safe, food grade wax, unlike paraffin it can be washed safely and completely out of cloth in your home washing machine, no harsh chemicals are needed!  Sketchbook to Quilt Art (Two Day Minimum)Using your artists' sketchbook as inspiration, we will explore how to transform an original sketch into a unique expression of art. Simple techniques like reverse machine appliqué, tulle overlay and surface embellishments will push your ideas into fully realized works of art.  Resist, Build, Explore, Play (3 to 5 day minimum)Freezer paper, soy wax, and thickened Procion MX dye on cloth present the quilt artist with a wealth of possibility and a rainbow of color and texture. We will explore design, composition and combining these media to express yourself and your artistic vision in a playful and easily approachable manner. Lecture Art and Ideas. Follow the progression of my artistic pursuits through a presentation of slides and humor. This lecture will explain my inspiration and approach to making quilt art, designing fabrics and embellishment. Prices for 2010
Requests: A private home is a great alternative to a hotel, non-smoking please. I love animals. Vegetarian foods, please. Email me with questions, to schedule an event or to request a class specific to your group's needs. 2010 Class Schedule/Travel Schedule Art UnRaveled August 8 and 9, 2010 Pheonix, AZ Stamps in Depth" and Soy Wax with Paint CREATE August 25 and 29, 2010 Chicago, Il Freezer Paper, Paint, Oh MY!, Soy Wax Batik, Inspired Journaling, every-single-day! International Quilt Festival/Houston November 4-7, 2010 Houston, TX Freezer Paper, Paint, Oh My!,Stamps in Depth, Friday Sampler: Bead, Embellish, Encrust, Lecture: Journaling as Inspiration Hudson River Valley Art Workshops March 25-27, 2011 Greenville, NY Soy Wax with Monoprint! A fabulous retreat setting and Procion MX dyes all in one gorgeous setting? Heaven. ProChemical and Dye August 5-7, 2011 Fall River, MA Soy Wax with Monoprint! TexArtAcademy October 13-16, 2011 Lugano, Switzerland Dynamically Dyed, You Can't Resist! Soy Wax Batik I will be traveling to Switzerland to teach!! Join me there! |
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