Frank Stanley painting 1,000 Cranes
An artist friend of mine, Frank Stanley of Fort Collins strongly believes is this Japanese Legend.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thousand_origami_cranes
Make 1,000 Origami Cranes and you will be granted a wish from a crane such as a long life or recovery of an illness.
Frank's wife Krista was diagnosed with ovarian cancer and not like that news was not bad enough. They found out that their health insurance premiums that they were paying to their employer was not being paid to the insurance company. The employer was keeping that money.
So, they had no insurance coverage.
Krista is now cancer free but they are left with large medical bills.
What started out as a wish for recovery for his wife, Frank's cranes are his way to create a way to pay the medical bills.
You can read more of Krista's story and see Frank's wonderful cranes on Frank's website at:
http://www.playgroundartstudios.com/
Also, here is a link to a 9 News of this story:
http://www.9news.com/video/default.aspx?bctid=71938806001
And read their article Here
9 News Article of the Stanley Family
I have to tell you how humble Frank is. He called me because he was looking for gallery space to do a show. He never mentioned any of this to me. And I even asked how things were in his life.
I told Frank to keep me posted when the show will be. He sent me an email simply saying "more Cranes up on my website".
Liking Frank's Art, I went and checked out his website where I found Krista's story.
Please Forward this Email to all you know.
Frank & Krista's story is an endearing one of hope, faith and love.
Take Care,
Christine Webb
The Artists' Nook
Located at:
5032 W County Rd 52E
Bellvue CO 80512
(970) 416-1148
artistsnook@comcast.net
www.theartistsnook.net
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Tuesday, March 09, 2010
Jacqueline Sullivan Just around the Corner!
We are getting ready for our first Guest Artist of 2010!
Jacqueline Sullivan will be here March 26-28th
We will be creating a Journal of Surfaces Friday March 26 6:30 - 9:30 pm. Playing with many techniques creating beautiful decorative paper surfaces and texture. These papers will then be coil bound together into a journal.
On Saturday March 27th 10 am - 5 pm, we will be creating Painted Woven Wonders.
Jacqueline just posted on her blog more about this workshop and Puttin on the Glitz which will be Sunday March 28th 10 am - 5 pm.
Check out her blog at: http://blog.jacquelinesullivan.com/
Jacqueline is a fabulous teacher sharing many techniques and ideas. Plus, her class handout are the best, full detailed steps and color pictures too!
There is still space in Jacqueline's workshops..... Don't Miss Out!
Also new to the website......
I have added Basic Soldering Image under Glass with me at my home studio on Saturday March 20th 10 am-1 pm.
If you have already taken this workshop but want to refine your technique and use my supplies and tools....... Take it again!
September 2010
Guest Artist Dayle Doroshow
The Unfolding Pyramid w/ Dayle Doroshow (9/17)
Egyptian Spell Book w/ Dayle Doroshow (9/18)
Messengers and Storytellers w/ Dayle Doroshow (9/19)
The Full Guest Artist Line up for 2010 is:
Jacqueline Sullivan
March 26-28, 2010
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Leighanna Light
April 30-May 2, 2010
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Robert Dancik
May 14-16, 2010
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Katie Kendrick
June 25-27, 2010
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Kelly Kilmer
July 16-18, 2010
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Dayle Doroshow
September 17-19, 2010
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Trish Baldwin Seggebruch
October 15-17, 2010
Registration NOT open yet
Carla Sonheim
November 5-7, 2010
Registration NOT open yet
Jacqueline Sullivan will be here March 26-28th
We will be creating a Journal of Surfaces Friday March 26 6:30 - 9:30 pm. Playing with many techniques creating beautiful decorative paper surfaces and texture. These papers will then be coil bound together into a journal.
On Saturday March 27th 10 am - 5 pm, we will be creating Painted Woven Wonders.
Jacqueline just posted on her blog more about this workshop and Puttin on the Glitz which will be Sunday March 28th 10 am - 5 pm.
Check out her blog at: http://blog.jacquelinesullivan.com/
Jacqueline is a fabulous teacher sharing many techniques and ideas. Plus, her class handout are the best, full detailed steps and color pictures too!
There is still space in Jacqueline's workshops..... Don't Miss Out!
Also new to the website......
I have added Basic Soldering Image under Glass with me at my home studio on Saturday March 20th 10 am-1 pm.
If you have already taken this workshop but want to refine your technique and use my supplies and tools....... Take it again!
September 2010
Guest Artist Dayle Doroshow
The Unfolding Pyramid w/ Dayle Doroshow (9/17)
Egyptian Spell Book w/ Dayle Doroshow (9/18)
Messengers and Storytellers w/ Dayle Doroshow (9/19)
The Full Guest Artist Line up for 2010 is:
Jacqueline Sullivan
March 26-28, 2010
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Leighanna Light
April 30-May 2, 2010
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Robert Dancik
May 14-16, 2010
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Katie Kendrick
June 25-27, 2010
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Kelly Kilmer
July 16-18, 2010
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Dayle Doroshow
September 17-19, 2010
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Trish Baldwin Seggebruch
October 15-17, 2010
Registration NOT open yet
Carla Sonheim
November 5-7, 2010
Registration NOT open yet
Monday, February 22, 2010
Katie Kendrick's Workshops and More!
A snowy weekend here in Colorado and we spent a wonderful Saturday creating in my Canvas Journal workshop.
Spring is just around the corner...... at least that is what they say! So that means that it is getting closer for our first traveling Guest Artist workshop.
Our first guest artist for 2010 is Mixed Media Collage Artist Jacqueline Sullivan March 26-28th. Check out more information about Jacqueline in "Our Artist Spotlight" section below.
On the website I have guest artist workshops posted and registration up and open through June 2010. Since my last email I have added Katie Kendrick's workshops. More info below.....
Also, I have made it easier for you to reserve your seat in workshops with a deposit of $50 for full day workshops and $25 for 1/2 day workshops with a link to pay your deposit online. This breaks up the payment for you and reserves your seat that way you don't risk the workshop becoming full.
Here are the details about deposits:
DEPOSIT ON A WORKSHOP: A non-refundable deposit of $50 for full day workshops or $25 for 1/2 day workshops can reserve your seat in the workshop.
The balance of the workshop fee is due 25 days prior to the date of the workshop to secure your seat in the workshop.
Please contact us, on or before 25 days prior to the date of the workshop to pay the balance at:
970-416-1148 or email at artistsnook@comcast.net
Artist's Spotlight
Guest Artist
Jacqueline Sullivan From Michigan:
Jacqueline Sullivan has been a mixed media artist since first introduced to collage in a high school art class.
Jacqueline has a degree in graphic design and worked for many years as and advertising and publication designer. She also has studied Calligraphy and Lettering Arts with many world-reknowned instructors, including Sheila Waters, Jenny Groat and Reggie Exell.
She is full of techniques to create layers, texture and dimension to your collage and book arts.
Check out Jacqueline's Website
And the workshops she will be teaching are below:
Puttin' on the Glitz w/Jacqueline Sullivan (3/28)
Guest Artist
Katie Kendrick from Washington
The Full Guest Artist Line up for 2010 is:
Jacqueline Sullivan
March 26-28, 2010
Leighanna Light
April 30-May 2, 2010
Robert Dancik
May 14-16, 2010
Katie Kendrick
June 25-27, 2010
Kelly Kilmer
July 16-18, 2010
Registration NOT open yet
Dayle Doroshow
September 17-19, 2010
Registration NOT open yet
Trish Baldwin Seggebruch
October 15-17, 2010
Registration NOT open yet
Carla Sonheim
November 5-7, 2010
Registration NOT open yet
Friday, January 22, 2010
Update for Friday January 22, 2010
Happy Friday!
I have moved my art studio to my home and am really excited about it! I can't wait to hold my own workshops from my home studio. See below for those workshops.
My 2010 Guest Artist workshops are coming together. The Guest Artist Workshops will still be held at the Bellvue Store as we love the country peace and beauty it provides. I will be posting these workshops on the website next week!
The space my shop has been in at the Bellvue store on the east side of the building is available to rent as of Feb 1st. It is a living space or will make for a wonderful art studio for one or more artists.
Rent per month is $650
Call Armadillo Property Management for more information at (970) 416-RENT
Also, Below is information on a lecture at COCOA about Copyright Law. This is a must attend FREE Lecture for all us artists who use imagery in our work. Can we or can't we? What are the rules.
More info below.
Only 2 more SALE days and
I have decided to give you all a 60% off savings for the next two Saturdays
60% OFF Regular Price on EVERYTHING SALE
in Store only
The last 2 days to Save...........
Store Front open these Saturdays:
Saturday January 23rd 10 am- 4 pm
Saturday January 30th 10 am- 4 pm
For Great Savings!
CoCOA Lecture Series
Local Arts Attorney to Speak on Copyright Law
The single most important intersection of creativity, business, and law for artists is copyright, yet many people in the creative industry have only a passing knowledge or worse, a mistaken understanding of the rules that govern the very ownership of their creative product.
As part of the Colorado Coalition of Artists Lecture series, local author, artist, designer, and intellectual property attorney Kevin Houchin will entertain and inform the group with a presentation on this important subject.
Invest a little time in yourself and your business. It won't be boring, and it just might save you thousands of dollars and heart-ache!
Find out more about Kevin at
www.houchinlaw.com or @kevinhouchin on Twitter.
Kevin will be speaking at the PRAC Gallery, located on the NE corner of College & Willow on Wed. Feb 10 from 7-9 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. For more information contact CoCOA at 970-221-3019 or info@cocoaart.com.
I have moved my art studio to my home and am really excited about it! I can't wait to hold my own workshops from my home studio. See below for those workshops.
My 2010 Guest Artist workshops are coming together. The Guest Artist Workshops will still be held at the Bellvue Store as we love the country peace and beauty it provides. I will be posting these workshops on the website next week!
The space my shop has been in at the Bellvue store on the east side of the building is available to rent as of Feb 1st. It is a living space or will make for a wonderful art studio for one or more artists.
Rent per month is $650
Call Armadillo Property Management for more information at (970) 416-RENT
Also, Below is information on a lecture at COCOA about Copyright Law. This is a must attend FREE Lecture for all us artists who use imagery in our work. Can we or can't we? What are the rules.
More info below.
Only 2 more SALE days and
I have decided to give you all a 60% off savings for the next two Saturdays
60% OFF Regular Price on EVERYTHING SALE
in Store only
The last 2 days to Save...........
Store Front open these Saturdays:
Saturday January 23rd 10 am- 4 pm
Saturday January 30th 10 am- 4 pm
For Great Savings!
CoCOA Lecture Series
Local Arts Attorney to Speak on Copyright Law
The single most important intersection of creativity, business, and law for artists is copyright, yet many people in the creative industry have only a passing knowledge or worse, a mistaken understanding of the rules that govern the very ownership of their creative product.
As part of the Colorado Coalition of Artists Lecture series, local author, artist, designer, and intellectual property attorney Kevin Houchin will entertain and inform the group with a presentation on this important subject.
Invest a little time in yourself and your business. It won't be boring, and it just might save you thousands of dollars and heart-ache!
Find out more about Kevin at
www.houchinlaw.com or @kevinhouchin on Twitter.
Kevin will be speaking at the PRAC Gallery, located on the NE corner of College & Willow on Wed. Feb 10 from 7-9 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. For more information contact CoCOA at 970-221-3019 or info@cocoaart.com.
Friday, January 15, 2010
Workshops at The Artists' Nook
WORKSHOPS W/ CHRISTINE ADDED
Basic Soldering/ Image under Glass w/ Christine
Saturday February 6th 10 am- 1 pm Cost $50
We like to keep the class size small so sign up earlier to make sure you get a spot!
THIS WORKSHOP WILL BE HELD AT CHRISTINE'S HOME STUDIO IN LOVELAND
Have wanted to make those wonderful soldered charms & Pendants see in all the magazines? Here is your chance!
Christine will show you the basic techniques to soldering & glass cutting to create personalized piece of artwork. Great for gifts these images under glass can be pendants, ornaments, wall hangings or more!
Canvas Journal: Paint, Texture,
Transfers Oh My!
w/ Christine
Saturday February 20th 10 am- 5 pm Cost $90
*Lunch will be provided
PROJECT PICTURE COMING SOON!
THIS WORKSHOP WILL BE HELD AT CHRISTINE'S HOME STUDIO IN LOVELAND
Let's Play! This will give you an opportunity to explore many techniques on canvas including but not limited to... stencil, stamp, playing with texture, 3 different image transfer techniques, resists, and so much more.
Layers and layers of paint, images and mediums create the yummy-ness of this Canvas Journal!
No rules are set in stone! Which make this project great for beginners as well as advanced artists!
*If you have dietary restrictions, you are welcome to bring your lunch. There is a refrigerator and microwave on the premises.
Thursday, January 07, 2010
40% Off Everything for The New Year
Bring On The New Year!
What a transition 2009 was!
For Me Personally and for The Artists' Nook......
Personally: The end of my 19 year marriage, working through the hurt to discover myself again, renewing my faith and relationship with Jesus, and now finding a wonderful new relationship with an amazing guy!
For The Artists' Nook: Figuring out what are the important features of The Artists' Nook that drives my passion, inspires and nurtures others......
and what is taking my time, keeping me from that which I am passionate about.....
Which brings me to how The Artists' Nook will be in 2010
The Artists' Nook will focus on workshops with Nationally Known Traveling Guest Artists as I have been doing for 10 years and workshops with Christine (myself)
The workshops will be held at the Bellvue Store retreat location.
The Artists' Nook will be getting rid of all product inventory (See Sale info below)
Christine will be moving her art studio to her home and will focus on creating more art! Wow, what a concept!
I will no longer be in the space on the West side of the Bellvue store (saving myself some $$$ that way) as of Feb 1st.
The workshops will be held on the East side of the Bellvue store as usual
Any questions: email artistsnook@comcast.net or Call (970) 416-1148
40% OFF regular price on Everything Sale in store only
Store Front Open these Saturdays:
Saturday January 9th 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday January 16th 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday January 23rd 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday January 30th 10 am - 4 pm
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
40% off all this weekend only.....
40% off all regular priced items
In store only
2-Days Only
Saturday Sept 26th &
Sunday Sept 27th
10 am - 5 pm
I want to add my store product to my online shop! It is an overwhelming job with 10 years of store accumuation!
So to make my job a little easier, This weekend only......
Everything in the store is 40% off!
This is good on regular priced items only
and for in store 9/26 & 9/27 only
Don't forget our upcoming workshops, Here is what is on the schedule now.... With more in the works, stay tuned!
Designing from the Heart w/ Kaye Iverson
A 2 Day Mosaic Workshop:
Saturday Oct 3 & Sunday Oct 4th, 2009
10- 6pm Cost $200 * Lunch Provided
TO REGISTER ONLINEThis workshop is designed to assist students in creating their own mosaic designs. Experience what it is like to focus on the journey rather than the final piece. As an added benefit, you will discover the nurturing and relaxing value of mosaics in one’s life.
Principles of design and composition will be covered. Some of the topics we will take a closer look at are color, textures, scale, balance, contrast, and rhythm. There will be a wide variety of materials to choose from for your projects including: glass, ceramic, millefiori, beads, pebbles, and shells. An indoor project, 12” x 12” will be designed.
There will be about 10 hours to work on projects. Grouting will not be completed due to time restraints, however, a grouting demo and instructions will be provided. In addition, a demonstration of tools will be given for those who need assistance.
Tools will be provided in class to share.
Everything will be included in the workshop fee, however, student’s may want to bring:
* Tweezers * Glass or ceramic cutting tools if you have them. * Safety glasses are required! If you have some, bring them. Otherwise you may have to use spares that I have that may not be comfortable for you. * Jewelry, beads, and small collectable items that you would like to add to your work.
Patricia "Trish" Baldwin SeggebruchMixed Media Artist from Washington
Encaustic Wax and Journaling-2-Day Workshop Saturday October 17th & Sunday October 18th, 200910 am – 5 pm each day
Cost $250 *Lunch will be provided
$25 supply fee payable the day of the workshop
REGISTER ONLINE
From the author of Newly Released "Encaustic Workshop: Artistic Techniques for working with wax"
We will be exploring the basics of Encaustic Wax with a strong emphasis on adding words to your artwork, Hence, "Encaustic Journaling"
Through the use of image transfer, letter punches, word and number inclusions, collage layering and textural expression, beeswax has become my paper, my paint brush and my pen!
Come join us in creating stand-alone or multiple storied paintings in encaustic that will reflect, dissect and express your own voice and inner musings.
The workshop will begin with demonstrations in basic encaustic techniques, followed by time to become comfortable painting in wax. From there all participants will explore numerous techniques as Patricia demonstrates then assists students through their own projects in wax journaling.
Trish will supply the wax, encaustic colors and the heating materials for use with encaustic so that you don’t have to invest in materials before you know what it’s all about!
I’ll also bring a small selection of collage materials and carving tools, but you’ll need to bring your own personality to infuse your work!
Collect collage material, interesting carving tools, objects to press into the wax, image or photo transfers, and ephemera that you would like to embed in the wax.
Google ‘encaustic’ online to get ideas of what other artists are doing in this medium—you’ll get some great ideas for tools and items to bring.
For all of The Artists' Nook Workshops
Check out the website at: www.theartistsnook.net
In store only
2-Days Only
Saturday Sept 26th &
Sunday Sept 27th
10 am - 5 pm
I want to add my store product to my online shop! It is an overwhelming job with 10 years of store accumuation!
So to make my job a little easier, This weekend only......
Everything in the store is 40% off!
This is good on regular priced items only
and for in store 9/26 & 9/27 only
Don't forget our upcoming workshops, Here is what is on the schedule now.... With more in the works, stay tuned!
Designing from the Heart w/ Kaye Iverson
A 2 Day Mosaic Workshop:
Saturday Oct 3 & Sunday Oct 4th, 2009
10- 6pm Cost $200 * Lunch Provided
TO REGISTER ONLINEThis workshop is designed to assist students in creating their own mosaic designs. Experience what it is like to focus on the journey rather than the final piece. As an added benefit, you will discover the nurturing and relaxing value of mosaics in one’s life.
Principles of design and composition will be covered. Some of the topics we will take a closer look at are color, textures, scale, balance, contrast, and rhythm. There will be a wide variety of materials to choose from for your projects including: glass, ceramic, millefiori, beads, pebbles, and shells. An indoor project, 12” x 12” will be designed.
There will be about 10 hours to work on projects. Grouting will not be completed due to time restraints, however, a grouting demo and instructions will be provided. In addition, a demonstration of tools will be given for those who need assistance.
Tools will be provided in class to share.
Everything will be included in the workshop fee, however, student’s may want to bring:
* Tweezers * Glass or ceramic cutting tools if you have them. * Safety glasses are required! If you have some, bring them. Otherwise you may have to use spares that I have that may not be comfortable for you. * Jewelry, beads, and small collectable items that you would like to add to your work.
Patricia "Trish" Baldwin SeggebruchMixed Media Artist from Washington
Encaustic Wax and Journaling-2-Day Workshop Saturday October 17th & Sunday October 18th, 200910 am – 5 pm each day
Cost $250 *Lunch will be provided
$25 supply fee payable the day of the workshop
REGISTER ONLINE
From the author of Newly Released "Encaustic Workshop: Artistic Techniques for working with wax"
We will be exploring the basics of Encaustic Wax with a strong emphasis on adding words to your artwork, Hence, "Encaustic Journaling"
Through the use of image transfer, letter punches, word and number inclusions, collage layering and textural expression, beeswax has become my paper, my paint brush and my pen!
Come join us in creating stand-alone or multiple storied paintings in encaustic that will reflect, dissect and express your own voice and inner musings.
The workshop will begin with demonstrations in basic encaustic techniques, followed by time to become comfortable painting in wax. From there all participants will explore numerous techniques as Patricia demonstrates then assists students through their own projects in wax journaling.
Trish will supply the wax, encaustic colors and the heating materials for use with encaustic so that you don’t have to invest in materials before you know what it’s all about!
I’ll also bring a small selection of collage materials and carving tools, but you’ll need to bring your own personality to infuse your work!
Collect collage material, interesting carving tools, objects to press into the wax, image or photo transfers, and ephemera that you would like to embed in the wax.
Google ‘encaustic’ online to get ideas of what other artists are doing in this medium—you’ll get some great ideas for tools and items to bring.
For all of The Artists' Nook Workshops
Check out the website at: www.theartistsnook.net
Sunday, August 02, 2009
The Artists' Nook Update
We are getting ready for Lynne Perrella workshops this weekend!
There is still room in her one-day Color as Catalyst workshop on Friday!
The Artists' Nook Store front will be open Saturday & Sunday Aug 1 & 2nd from 10 am - 5 pm.
Next Guest Artist on the schedule is Stephanie Lee.
Author of "Semi Precious Salvage", Stephanie is one of my favorite teachers.
WE NEED A STRONG HEAD COUNT BY THE END OF THE WEEK......
Stephanie has to order supplies for the kits and it takes time to get the images printed for Sat & Sundays workshop.
So please sign up soon, so we can prepare... I can hold your payment if need be... just let me know.
Stephanie is soooo giving in her workshops of information, techniques and inspiration! After last time she was here, I found myself "rev'd up" artistically, wanting to try this and that... My altered Barbie piece evolved from the techniques I learned from Stephanie.
Stephanie Lee -Mixed Media Artist from Oregon
Coffer Leaves-2-Day Workshop
Thursday August 13th & Friday August 14th, 2009
10 am – 5 pm each day Cost $250 *Lunch will be provided
$20 Kit Fee payable to the instructor the day of the workshop
THIS WORKSHOP WAS CREATED
FOR THE ARTISTS' NOOK
REGISTER ONLINE
The earth offers tactile and durable materials for use in artistic expression.
Metal and gypsum, both earth elements, are combined in this stout little box of removable, suspended plaster pages - or leafs - housed in a closed box.
In this project-focused workshop, students will learn how to transform sheet metal into a textural and durable box, adding vintage and found elements to the front and/or lid using basic metal-smithing techniques and materials.
The techniques learned in this class will launch students into a whole new perspective and skill level when approaching current work with the techniques transferable and versatile.
Students will also learn the nuances of plaster and various plaster-like products to create pages and unexpected journal surfaces to stockpile in the box.
Students will get to choose from a variety of methods for the lid closure ranging from soldered hinged to ring hinged to ribbon hinged.
We will explore ornamentation including “wire mess” soldering, bezel forming (which can then be filled with imagery and resin) and more.
Various ways to combine paper and plaster pages for writing, painting and collage surfaces will also be demonstrated.
Each student can expect to take home a completed plaster pages stuffed box at the end of the workshop.
Selective Seeing: Painting the Mind's Eye
Saturday August 15th & Sunday August 16th, 2009
10 am – 5 pm each day
Cost $250 Lunch provided
The mind remembers, in fuzzy or vivid detail, snippets of history and portions of the whole picture.
You might remember what dress you wore the first day of kindergarten but the rest of the school year is a blur.
You may even have the outline burned in your memory of the peripheral view of those who were with you when you stood for an award, but can’t for the life of you remember who those people were.
Or, maybe, you remember every little detail of particular event – the people, the scents, the colors of the sky, sounds of commotion but most important to you are a few key details of the moment.
The apron grandma always wore, dad’s work boots, the color of morning on the farm. Those are the details we will bring into focus in this two day workshop intensive exploration in dreamscaping.
Working from real photos in large format, we will use a selective eye to set apart the points of focus from the background blur – both real and in our mind’s eye.
Though there may be undesired parts of the photo, we will focus on over-painting using my developed “pastelcrylics” technique that brings a soft, painterly, dreamlike quality to the work, obscuring what you don’t want and enhancing what you do.
Through exercises in selective focus and obfuscation we will recreate our memories and mental visions while exploring various painting and aging techniques that will give a new life, with a selective slant, to your pieces.
The instructor will provide a large format print of each students’ personal photo (see note. Important!).
**IMPORTANT NOTE: In order for me to have time to get large format prints made from your photographs, you will need to provide me with a high quality scan (e-mail) contact me at stephanielee@q.com If you don't have this capibility then you can snail mail your picture no later than two weeks before the event. Contact Christine for more info: artistsnook@comcast.net or (970) 416-1148
If you are not able to do this, you will be working from a photo from my personal collection. This workshop will serve you best if you provide a personal photo to work from. Original photo size should not be smaller than 3x5”.
The photos do not need to be perfect composition and the background isn’t important (but could enhance the overall composition if desired). Examples of good photos to work from: childhood home/farm, candid photos of loved-ones, a picture of you dancing as a child, etc. Old and slightly faded photographs are fine. Stephanie will provide the large format photo copies from her stash if you don't have something specific you want to work from.
Materials Provided by the Instructor:
* Large format photo copy
* Gel mediums
* Extra chalk pastels
* Aging and sealing supplies
* Printed booklet of hints, tips and information of the exercises and techniques
Designing from the Heart w/ Kaye Iverson
A 2 Day Mosaic Workshop:
Saturday Oct 3 & Sunday Oct 4th, 2009
10- 6pm Cost $200 * Lunch Provided
TO REGISTER ONLINE
This workshop is designed to assist students in creating their own mosaic designs. Experience what it is like to focus on the journey rather than the final piece. As an added benefit, you will discover the nurturing and relaxing value of mosaics in one’s life.
Principles of design and composition will be covered. Some of the topics we will take a closer look at are color, textures, scale, balance, contrast, and rhythm. There will be a wide variety of materials to choose from for your projects including: glass, ceramic, millefiori, beads, pebbles, and shells. An indoor project, 12” x 12” will be designed.
There will be about 10 hours to work on projects. Grouting will not be completed due to time restraints, however, a grouting demo and instructions will be provided. In addition, a demonstration of tools will be given for those who need assistance.
Tools will be provided in class to share.
Everything will be included in the workshop fee, however, student’s may want to bring:
* Tweezers
* Glass or ceramic cutting tools if you have them.
* Safety glasses are required! If you have some, bring them. Otherwise you may have to use spares that I have that may not be comfortable for you.
* Jewelry, beads, and small collectable items that you would like to add to your work.
Patricia "Trish" Baldwin Seggebruch
Mixed Media Artist from Washington
Encaustic Wax and Journaling-2-Day Workshop
Saturday October 17th & Sunday October 18th, 2009
10 am – 5 pm each day
Cost $250 *Lunch will be provided
$25 supply fee payable the day of the workshop
REGISTER ONLINE
From the author of Newly Released "Encaustic Workshop: Artistic Techniques for working with wax"
We will be exploring the basics of Encaustic Wax with a strong emphasis on adding words to your artwork, Hence, "Encaustic Journaling"
Through the use of image transfer, letter punches, word and number inclusions, collage layering and textural expression, beeswax has become my paper, my paint brush and my pen!
Come join us in creating stand-alone or multiple storied paintings in encaustic that will reflect, dissect and express your own voice and inner musings.
The workshop will begin with demonstrations in basic encaustic techniques, followed by time to become comfortable painting in wax. From there all participants will explore numerous techniques as Patricia demonstrates then assists students through their own projects in wax journaling.
Trish will supply the wax, encaustic colors and the heating materials for use with encaustic so that you don’t have to invest in materials before you know what it’s all about!
I’ll also bring a small selection of collage materials and carving tools, but you’ll need to bring your own personality to infuse your work!
Collect collage material, interesting carving tools, objects to press into the wax, image or photo transfers, and ephemera that you would like to embed in the wax.
Google ‘encaustic’ online to get ideas of what other artists are doing in this medium—you’ll get some great ideas for tools and items to bring.
For all of The Artists' Nook Workshops including Kelly Kilmer, Lynne Perrella, Stephanie Lee and Laurie Mika,
Check out the website at: www.theartistsnook.net
Laurie Mika Workshop
September 26 & 27th-
Laurie Mika, author of "Mixed Media Mosiacs" will be teaching this 2-day workshop:
Mosiac Voyage
Saturday Sept 26 & Sunday Sept 27th 10 am- 5pm
Lynne Perrella's workshops are filling up fast... Just a reminder!
Color Catalyst- One Day w/ Lynne Perrella (7/31) -
Few spots available
Color Catalyst- Two Day w/ Lynne Perrella (8/1-8/2)-
FULL
There is still room in her one-day Color as Catalyst workshop on Friday!
The Artists' Nook Store front will be open Saturday & Sunday Aug 1 & 2nd from 10 am - 5 pm.
Next Guest Artist on the schedule is Stephanie Lee.
Author of "Semi Precious Salvage", Stephanie is one of my favorite teachers.
WE NEED A STRONG HEAD COUNT BY THE END OF THE WEEK......
Stephanie has to order supplies for the kits and it takes time to get the images printed for Sat & Sundays workshop.
So please sign up soon, so we can prepare... I can hold your payment if need be... just let me know.
Stephanie is soooo giving in her workshops of information, techniques and inspiration! After last time she was here, I found myself "rev'd up" artistically, wanting to try this and that... My altered Barbie piece evolved from the techniques I learned from Stephanie.
Stephanie Lee -Mixed Media Artist from Oregon
Coffer Leaves-2-Day Workshop
Thursday August 13th & Friday August 14th, 2009
10 am – 5 pm each day Cost $250 *Lunch will be provided
$20 Kit Fee payable to the instructor the day of the workshop
THIS WORKSHOP WAS CREATED
FOR THE ARTISTS' NOOK
REGISTER ONLINE
The earth offers tactile and durable materials for use in artistic expression.
Metal and gypsum, both earth elements, are combined in this stout little box of removable, suspended plaster pages - or leafs - housed in a closed box.
In this project-focused workshop, students will learn how to transform sheet metal into a textural and durable box, adding vintage and found elements to the front and/or lid using basic metal-smithing techniques and materials.
The techniques learned in this class will launch students into a whole new perspective and skill level when approaching current work with the techniques transferable and versatile.
Students will also learn the nuances of plaster and various plaster-like products to create pages and unexpected journal surfaces to stockpile in the box.
Students will get to choose from a variety of methods for the lid closure ranging from soldered hinged to ring hinged to ribbon hinged.
We will explore ornamentation including “wire mess” soldering, bezel forming (which can then be filled with imagery and resin) and more.
Various ways to combine paper and plaster pages for writing, painting and collage surfaces will also be demonstrated.
Each student can expect to take home a completed plaster pages stuffed box at the end of the workshop.
Selective Seeing: Painting the Mind's Eye
Saturday August 15th & Sunday August 16th, 2009
10 am – 5 pm each day
Cost $250 Lunch provided
The mind remembers, in fuzzy or vivid detail, snippets of history and portions of the whole picture.
You might remember what dress you wore the first day of kindergarten but the rest of the school year is a blur.
You may even have the outline burned in your memory of the peripheral view of those who were with you when you stood for an award, but can’t for the life of you remember who those people were.
Or, maybe, you remember every little detail of particular event – the people, the scents, the colors of the sky, sounds of commotion but most important to you are a few key details of the moment.
The apron grandma always wore, dad’s work boots, the color of morning on the farm. Those are the details we will bring into focus in this two day workshop intensive exploration in dreamscaping.
Working from real photos in large format, we will use a selective eye to set apart the points of focus from the background blur – both real and in our mind’s eye.
Though there may be undesired parts of the photo, we will focus on over-painting using my developed “pastelcrylics” technique that brings a soft, painterly, dreamlike quality to the work, obscuring what you don’t want and enhancing what you do.
Through exercises in selective focus and obfuscation we will recreate our memories and mental visions while exploring various painting and aging techniques that will give a new life, with a selective slant, to your pieces.
The instructor will provide a large format print of each students’ personal photo (see note. Important!).
**IMPORTANT NOTE: In order for me to have time to get large format prints made from your photographs, you will need to provide me with a high quality scan (e-mail) contact me at stephanielee@q.com If you don't have this capibility then you can snail mail your picture no later than two weeks before the event. Contact Christine for more info: artistsnook@comcast.net or (970) 416-1148
If you are not able to do this, you will be working from a photo from my personal collection. This workshop will serve you best if you provide a personal photo to work from. Original photo size should not be smaller than 3x5”.
The photos do not need to be perfect composition and the background isn’t important (but could enhance the overall composition if desired). Examples of good photos to work from: childhood home/farm, candid photos of loved-ones, a picture of you dancing as a child, etc. Old and slightly faded photographs are fine. Stephanie will provide the large format photo copies from her stash if you don't have something specific you want to work from.
Materials Provided by the Instructor:
* Large format photo copy
* Gel mediums
* Extra chalk pastels
* Aging and sealing supplies
* Printed booklet of hints, tips and information of the exercises and techniques
Designing from the Heart w/ Kaye Iverson
A 2 Day Mosaic Workshop:
Saturday Oct 3 & Sunday Oct 4th, 2009
10- 6pm Cost $200 * Lunch Provided
TO REGISTER ONLINE
This workshop is designed to assist students in creating their own mosaic designs. Experience what it is like to focus on the journey rather than the final piece. As an added benefit, you will discover the nurturing and relaxing value of mosaics in one’s life.
Principles of design and composition will be covered. Some of the topics we will take a closer look at are color, textures, scale, balance, contrast, and rhythm. There will be a wide variety of materials to choose from for your projects including: glass, ceramic, millefiori, beads, pebbles, and shells. An indoor project, 12” x 12” will be designed.
There will be about 10 hours to work on projects. Grouting will not be completed due to time restraints, however, a grouting demo and instructions will be provided. In addition, a demonstration of tools will be given for those who need assistance.
Tools will be provided in class to share.
Everything will be included in the workshop fee, however, student’s may want to bring:
* Tweezers
* Glass or ceramic cutting tools if you have them.
* Safety glasses are required! If you have some, bring them. Otherwise you may have to use spares that I have that may not be comfortable for you.
* Jewelry, beads, and small collectable items that you would like to add to your work.
Patricia "Trish" Baldwin Seggebruch
Mixed Media Artist from Washington
Encaustic Wax and Journaling-2-Day Workshop
Saturday October 17th & Sunday October 18th, 2009
10 am – 5 pm each day
Cost $250 *Lunch will be provided
$25 supply fee payable the day of the workshop
REGISTER ONLINE
From the author of Newly Released "Encaustic Workshop: Artistic Techniques for working with wax"
We will be exploring the basics of Encaustic Wax with a strong emphasis on adding words to your artwork, Hence, "Encaustic Journaling"
Through the use of image transfer, letter punches, word and number inclusions, collage layering and textural expression, beeswax has become my paper, my paint brush and my pen!
Come join us in creating stand-alone or multiple storied paintings in encaustic that will reflect, dissect and express your own voice and inner musings.
The workshop will begin with demonstrations in basic encaustic techniques, followed by time to become comfortable painting in wax. From there all participants will explore numerous techniques as Patricia demonstrates then assists students through their own projects in wax journaling.
Trish will supply the wax, encaustic colors and the heating materials for use with encaustic so that you don’t have to invest in materials before you know what it’s all about!
I’ll also bring a small selection of collage materials and carving tools, but you’ll need to bring your own personality to infuse your work!
Collect collage material, interesting carving tools, objects to press into the wax, image or photo transfers, and ephemera that you would like to embed in the wax.
Google ‘encaustic’ online to get ideas of what other artists are doing in this medium—you’ll get some great ideas for tools and items to bring.
For all of The Artists' Nook Workshops including Kelly Kilmer, Lynne Perrella, Stephanie Lee and Laurie Mika,
Check out the website at: www.theartistsnook.net
Laurie Mika Workshop
September 26 & 27th-
Laurie Mika, author of "Mixed Media Mosiacs" will be teaching this 2-day workshop:
Mosiac Voyage
Saturday Sept 26 & Sunday Sept 27th 10 am- 5pm
Lynne Perrella's workshops are filling up fast... Just a reminder!
Color Catalyst- One Day w/ Lynne Perrella (7/31) -
Few spots available
Color Catalyst- Two Day w/ Lynne Perrella (8/1-8/2)-
FULL
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Kelly Kilmer Discount Pricing Ends Soon!
Kelly Kilmer Discount pricing good through Friday July 3rd!
Time is running out to save!
Kelly Kilmer, Mixed Media Art Journalist Extraordinaire, is one of our most favorite traveling artist who comes to teach at The Artists' Nook.
Kelly shows you many, many techniqes that can be used in books, journals, on a canvas or any art surface. Kelly likes to work in the book format but what you will learn is not limited to just the book.
As Mixed Media Artist, Venita Hawkins-Bird has learned from taking Kelly's workshops. Venita has used the techniques learned from Kelly, created her own style on her own surface. Venita likes to work on wood panels or canvas. Creating collaged, 3-dimensional pieces of art.
The other great thing about Kelly's workshops is she brings lots of paints, mediums, papers, pens, markers, and stamps to use in the workshop. This way you get to try it all out and see what you like before buying! Not many teachers do that!
Here is what Kelly will be teaching:
Transcribed w/ Kelly Kilmer (7/17)
Altered Photos Revisted w/ Kelly Kilmer (7/17)
Triptych Book w/ Kelly Kilmer (7/18)
Swatches: Little Paper Books w/ Kelly Kilmer (7/18)
Reclaimed: An Altered Artist's Book w/Kelly Kilmer (7/19)
For all of The Artists' Nook Workshops including Kelly Kilmer, Lynne Perrella, Stephanie Lee and Laurie Mika,
Check out the website at: www.theartistsnook.net
Lynne Perrella's workshops are filling up fast... Just a reminder!
Color Catalyst- One Day w/ Lynne Perrella (7/31)
Color Catalyst- Two Day w/ Lynne Perrella (8/1-8/2)
Just 3 more spots in this one
Time is running out to save!
Kelly Kilmer, Mixed Media Art Journalist Extraordinaire, is one of our most favorite traveling artist who comes to teach at The Artists' Nook.
Kelly shows you many, many techniqes that can be used in books, journals, on a canvas or any art surface. Kelly likes to work in the book format but what you will learn is not limited to just the book.
As Mixed Media Artist, Venita Hawkins-Bird has learned from taking Kelly's workshops. Venita has used the techniques learned from Kelly, created her own style on her own surface. Venita likes to work on wood panels or canvas. Creating collaged, 3-dimensional pieces of art.
The other great thing about Kelly's workshops is she brings lots of paints, mediums, papers, pens, markers, and stamps to use in the workshop. This way you get to try it all out and see what you like before buying! Not many teachers do that!
Here is what Kelly will be teaching:
Transcribed w/ Kelly Kilmer (7/17)
Altered Photos Revisted w/ Kelly Kilmer (7/17)
Triptych Book w/ Kelly Kilmer (7/18)
Swatches: Little Paper Books w/ Kelly Kilmer (7/18)
Reclaimed: An Altered Artist's Book w/Kelly Kilmer (7/19)
For all of The Artists' Nook Workshops including Kelly Kilmer, Lynne Perrella, Stephanie Lee and Laurie Mika,
Check out the website at: www.theartistsnook.net
Lynne Perrella's workshops are filling up fast... Just a reminder!
Color Catalyst- One Day w/ Lynne Perrella (7/31)
Color Catalyst- Two Day w/ Lynne Perrella (8/1-8/2)
Just 3 more spots in this one
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Creativity Group and Changes to Thomas Ashman's workhsops
Hi all,
What a crazy time!
This time in my life is certainly a time to really focus on healing!
I have my mind wrapped around a lot of the divorce in a positive way of growing, learning and moving on. But I have realized the heart needs to heal properly too.
So I will be in and have been in "reserve-mode" at The Artists' Nook . Which means, I will focus on the Guest Artist workshops I have lined up for the year! And Fabulous ones, I do have to say!
And being there and providing for my 4 wonderful boys!
And if I am able to get into my studio to create or get myself on the workshop schedule, so be it. I am not going to put big demands on my time that will keep me from my boys and from my healing time!
With all that being said....
Take some time for yourself to create at:
Creativity Group on Saturday June 20th from 10 am - 5 pm
This is a day to get together with other artists in beautiful surroundings of The Artists' Nook and create. Join us!
CHANGES TO
THOMAS ASHMAN'S WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
We have changed Thomas' schedule up at bit. We moved the "Mini Copper Journal" workshop to Saturday June 27th and removed "Tin Men" from the Schedule.
Thomas is the master working with metals and glass! He will show various ways to patina metal and create his one of a kind book binding technique for his wonderful books!
Check it out!
The Website will be updated later today, but the links below will bring you to the shopping cart and online registration:
Mini Copper Journal w/ Thomas Ashman (6/26)
Yummy!
Copper & Glass Journal w/ Thomas Ashman (6/28)
For all of The Artists' Nook Workshops including Kelly Kilmer, Lynne Perrella, Stephanie Lee and Laurie Mika,
Check out the website at: www.theartistsnook.net
Stephanie Lee's Workshop(s)
August 13-16, 2009 REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
We will be hosting two 2-day workshops with Stephanie Lee, author of "SemiPrecious Salvage" from Oregon!
I have the final details for her 2-day workshop on Thurs Aug 13th and Fri Aug 14th which I will update this weekend and let you know all the details....
Her other 2-day workshop is up on the website and ready for registration:
Selective Seeing: Painting the Mind's Eye
Saturday August 15th & Sunday August 16th, 200910 am – 5 pm each day
Cost $250 by July 25th or $275 after July 25th
Laurie Mika Workshop
September 26 & 27th- Registration Now Open!
Laurie Mika, author of "Mixed Media Mosiacs" will be teaching this 2-day workshop:
Mosiac Voyage
Saturday Sept 26 & Sunday Sept 27th 10 am- 5pm
I have Guest Artist Trish (Patricia) Baldwin Seggebruch information from Trish and will get that info up on the website this weekend. Mark the date for her to be here to teach October 17 & 18th, 2009!
Trish has a newly released book, "Encaustic Workshop"
Check out Trish's Website at: http://www.pbsartist.com/
And Blog at: http://www.gingerfetish.blogspot.com/
Lynne Perrella's workshops are filling up fast... Just a reminder!
Color Catalyst- One Day w/ Lynne Perrella (7/31)
Color Catalyst- Two Day w/ Lynne Perrella (8/1-8/2)
Just 4 more spots in this one
Take Care,
Christine Webb
The Artists' Nook
Located at:
5032 W County Rd 52E
Bellvue CO 80512
(970) 416-1148
artistsnook@comcast.net
SHOP ONLINE 24/7 at
www.theartistsnook.net
What a crazy time!
This time in my life is certainly a time to really focus on healing!
I have my mind wrapped around a lot of the divorce in a positive way of growing, learning and moving on. But I have realized the heart needs to heal properly too.
So I will be in and have been in "reserve-mode" at The Artists' Nook . Which means, I will focus on the Guest Artist workshops I have lined up for the year! And Fabulous ones, I do have to say!
And being there and providing for my 4 wonderful boys!
And if I am able to get into my studio to create or get myself on the workshop schedule, so be it. I am not going to put big demands on my time that will keep me from my boys and from my healing time!
With all that being said....
Take some time for yourself to create at:
Creativity Group on Saturday June 20th from 10 am - 5 pm
This is a day to get together with other artists in beautiful surroundings of The Artists' Nook and create. Join us!
CHANGES TO
THOMAS ASHMAN'S WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
We have changed Thomas' schedule up at bit. We moved the "Mini Copper Journal" workshop to Saturday June 27th and removed "Tin Men" from the Schedule.
Thomas is the master working with metals and glass! He will show various ways to patina metal and create his one of a kind book binding technique for his wonderful books!
Check it out!
The Website will be updated later today, but the links below will bring you to the shopping cart and online registration:
Mini Copper Journal w/ Thomas Ashman (6/26)
Yummy!
Copper & Glass Journal w/ Thomas Ashman (6/28)
For all of The Artists' Nook Workshops including Kelly Kilmer, Lynne Perrella, Stephanie Lee and Laurie Mika,
Check out the website at: www.theartistsnook.net
Stephanie Lee's Workshop(s)
August 13-16, 2009 REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
We will be hosting two 2-day workshops with Stephanie Lee, author of "SemiPrecious Salvage" from Oregon!
I have the final details for her 2-day workshop on Thurs Aug 13th and Fri Aug 14th which I will update this weekend and let you know all the details....
Her other 2-day workshop is up on the website and ready for registration:
Selective Seeing: Painting the Mind's Eye
Saturday August 15th & Sunday August 16th, 200910 am – 5 pm each day
Cost $250 by July 25th or $275 after July 25th
Laurie Mika Workshop
September 26 & 27th- Registration Now Open!
Laurie Mika, author of "Mixed Media Mosiacs" will be teaching this 2-day workshop:
Mosiac Voyage
Saturday Sept 26 & Sunday Sept 27th 10 am- 5pm
I have Guest Artist Trish (Patricia) Baldwin Seggebruch information from Trish and will get that info up on the website this weekend. Mark the date for her to be here to teach October 17 & 18th, 2009!
Trish has a newly released book, "Encaustic Workshop"
Check out Trish's Website at: http://www.pbsartist.com/
And Blog at: http://www.gingerfetish.blogspot.com/
Lynne Perrella's workshops are filling up fast... Just a reminder!
Color Catalyst- One Day w/ Lynne Perrella (7/31)
Color Catalyst- Two Day w/ Lynne Perrella (8/1-8/2)
Just 4 more spots in this one
Take Care,
Christine Webb
The Artists' Nook
Located at:
5032 W County Rd 52E
Bellvue CO 80512
(970) 416-1148
artistsnook@comcast.net
SHOP ONLINE 24/7 at
www.theartistsnook.net
Saturday, June 06, 2009
Happenings May 27, 2009
Hi all,
I am getting ready for my first born, Cameron's High School graduation on Saturday May 30th.
A very exciting and stressful time. It will be the first time the whole family is together since the divorce. Please keep us in your thoughts.
Jane Wynn's workshops have been cancelled.
Here is what we are looking forward to Next,
our next guest artists is
THOMAS ASHMAN
Thomas will be teaching:
Mini Copper Journal w/ Thomas Ashman (6/26)
Tin Men w/ Thomas Ashman (6/27)
Copper & Glass Journal w/ Thomas Ashman (6/28) For all of The Artists' Nook Workshops including Kelly Kilmer, Lynne Perrella, Stephanie Lee and Laurie Mika,Check out the website at: www.theartistsnook.net
Stephanie Lee's Workshop(s)
August 13-16, 2009 REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
We will be hosting two 2-day workshops with Stephanie Lee, author of "SemiPrecious Salvage" from Oregon!
We are awaiting the final details for her 2-day workshop on Thurs Aug 13th and Fri Aug 14th but here is a hint of what she will be teaching......
Imagine.....single plaster book pages enclosed into a metal box.... Oh, the suspense! 
Saturday August 15th & Sunday August 16th, 2009
And for her other 2-day workshop is up on the website and ready for registration:
Selective Seeing: Painting the Mind's Eye
Saturday August 15th & Sunday August 16th, 2009
10 am – 5 pm each day
Cost $250 by July 25th or $275 after July 25th
Laurie Mika Workshop
September 26 & 27th- Registration Now Open!
Laurie Mika, author of "Mixed Media Mosiacs" will be teaching this 2-day workshop:
Saturday Sept 26 & Sunday Sept 27th 10 am- 5pm
AND NOW FOR THE SURPRISE......
Guest Artist Trish (Patricia) Baldwin Seggebruch will be coming to teach October 17 & 18th, 2009!
Trish has a newly released book, "Encaustic Workshop"
I am very excited to host her workshop!
We had her booked for early this year but due to a schedule conflict we had to postpone!
I am so glad it worked out for both her and I to have her come this year!
Check out Trish's Website at: http://www.pbsartist.com/
And Blog at: http://www.gingerfetish.blogspot.com/
We are working out the details now..... More info soon!
Christine's Workshops....
I am working on some workshops to teach for the schedule starting in July...
Here is what's brewing:
1) Photographs- Breaking away from the Frame
2) Mosiac'd Collage Canvas
3) Embossibility Collage/Book Cover & Journal Workshop
4) Soldering of the Found Object
5) Resin Encased Pendant
This is just a start!
Lynne Perrella's workshops are filling up fast... Just a reminder!
Take Care,
Christine Webb
The Artists' Nook
Located at:
5032 W County Rd 52E
Bellvue CO 80512
(970) 416-1148
SHOP ONLINE 24/7 at
Monday, May 18, 2009
Jane Wynn Workshops
Jane Wynn's Workshops
Jane Wynn's Workshops are fast approaching....
We need more sign ups to make the workshops a go!
If you have be waiting to sign up.... Act now!
The early discount pricing will remain!
We will need to know by the end of this week Friday may 22nd to decide.
If you need to hold your spot with a deposit, that works too! Just call or email me.... (970) 416-1148 or artistsnook@comcast.net
Jane is a found object artist from Baltimore and the author of "Altered Curiousities"
Here is what people are saying about Jane's workshops:
Lynn from Loveland
"I took Jane's workshops at Art Unraveled and she is fun, up beat and full of energy! The instruction was great and it pushed me as an artist."
Jean says "I've been busy having a great time using a butane torch, solder, flux, copper & brass, & resin that I learned to do in Jane Wynn's class! What a hoot! Haven't left my studio for a month"
Nancy says: "Jane Wynn and Thomas Ashman were standouts too and I'm a confirmed metalhead now."
Jane's Bio
Jane's Workshops:
Pipe Dreams w/ Jane Wynn (6/5)
Molding and Cloning w/ Jane Wynn (6/6)
Metal Reliquary w/ Jane Wynn (6/7)
FOR WORKSHOPS SAMPLE PHOTOS CHECK OUT THE WEBSITE!
More workshops this June with:
Thomas Ashman, Assemblage & Book Artist from Utah:
Mini Copper Journal w/ Thomas Ashman (6/26)
Tin Men w/ Thomas Ashman (6/27)
Copper & Glass Journal / Thomas Ashman (6/28)
Lynne Perrella, published Collage Artist from New York:
Color Catalyst- One Day w/ Lynne Perrella (7/31)
Color Catalyst- Two Day w/ Lynne Perrella (8/1-8/2)
And our Monthly Artists' Nook Creativity Group
The Artists Nook Creativity Group (6/20)
Take Care,
Christine Webb
The Artists' Nook
Located at:
5032 W County Rd 52E
Bellvue CO 80512
(970) 416-1148
artistsnook@comcast.net
SHOP ONLINE 24/7 at
www.theartistsnook.net
Jane Wynn's Workshops are fast approaching....
We need more sign ups to make the workshops a go!
If you have be waiting to sign up.... Act now!
The early discount pricing will remain!
We will need to know by the end of this week Friday may 22nd to decide.
If you need to hold your spot with a deposit, that works too! Just call or email me.... (970) 416-1148 or artistsnook@comcast.net
Jane is a found object artist from Baltimore and the author of "Altered Curiousities"
Here is what people are saying about Jane's workshops:
Lynn from Loveland
"I took Jane's workshops at Art Unraveled and she is fun, up beat and full of energy! The instruction was great and it pushed me as an artist."
Jean says "I've been busy having a great time using a butane torch, solder, flux, copper & brass, & resin that I learned to do in Jane Wynn's class! What a hoot! Haven't left my studio for a month"
Nancy says: "Jane Wynn and Thomas Ashman were standouts too and I'm a confirmed metalhead now."
Jane's Bio
Jane's Workshops:
Pipe Dreams w/ Jane Wynn (6/5)
Molding and Cloning w/ Jane Wynn (6/6)
Metal Reliquary w/ Jane Wynn (6/7)
FOR WORKSHOPS SAMPLE PHOTOS CHECK OUT THE WEBSITE!
More workshops this June with:
Thomas Ashman, Assemblage & Book Artist from Utah:
Mini Copper Journal w/ Thomas Ashman (6/26)
Tin Men w/ Thomas Ashman (6/27)
Copper & Glass Journal / Thomas Ashman (6/28)
Lynne Perrella, published Collage Artist from New York:
Color Catalyst- One Day w/ Lynne Perrella (7/31)
Color Catalyst- Two Day w/ Lynne Perrella (8/1-8/2)
And our Monthly Artists' Nook Creativity Group
The Artists Nook Creativity Group (6/20)
Take Care,
Christine Webb
The Artists' Nook
Located at:
5032 W County Rd 52E
Bellvue CO 80512
(970) 416-1148
artistsnook@comcast.net
SHOP ONLINE 24/7 at
www.theartistsnook.net
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Workshops w/ Thomas Ashman & Lynne Perrella
Life......
Whew, Life certainly has been a whirl wind for me...
Now that I am at the end of all the "have to do's" like get a job, a place to live, move, paperwork, paperwork.....
I feel a rush of emotion, wonder where I go from here...
Today, I step back from these feelings to just be here at my store, surrounded by wonderful stuff, wonderful people, beautiful scenery and just be.
Be grateful for my Artists' Nook people and the part of my life which gives me the biggest sense of hope and appreciation for all that I have!
I am getting ready to host workshops with the fabulous Keith Lo Bue, a great person for me to spend some time with at this time in my life. A good soul, for sure!
I took Keith's "Shrines & Icons" Workshop in Virginia 3 years ago.
Keith's has a refreshing approach to putting together found objects into a shrine by choosing objects that naturally want to go together.
Also, He has you think about looking at the items not as their intended purpose in the "real" world but how they will work in your art. Keith taught me how to add interest by creating movement in my objects as doors to peak into which gives interaction with the "audience", the observers.
And that is just a small part of what Keith teaches in his Shrines & Icons workshop!
There is still room in all of Keith's Workshops.....
Check it out
Workshop Registration Now Open For.....
Thomas Ashman, Mixed Media Artist from Utah
Mini Copper Journal w/ Thomas Ashman (6/26)
Tin Men w/ Thomas Ashman (6/27)
Copper & Glass Journal w/ Thomas Ashman (6/28)
Lynne Perrella Workshops
Color Catalyst- One Day w/ Lynne Perrella (7/31)
Color Catalyst- Two Day w/ Lynne Perrella (8/1-8/2)
Plus, Added The Artists' Nook Creatibity Group....
A chance to make some time for yourself by creating around other creative People!
Several dates to choose from...
Check out The Artists' Nook Creativity Group
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Workshops- One more for Keith and Richard Salley & Jane Wynn
Added One more Workshop
For Keith Lo Bue......
Ok, Ok... We listened to your feedback...
Many wanted to take the Shrines & Icons workshop but had to work on that Friday....
AND more wanted to have Keith teach his "Copy Machine Metal Etching" Workshop
So, We listened and adjusted Keith's workshops to accomodate these requests.
Keith's "Shrines & Icons" Workshop is a 2-day on Saturday April 18th & Sunday April 19th.
ADDED: "Copy Machine Metal Etching" on
Friday April 17th!
The pricing will remain at the early discount pricing but by waiting to the last minute you risk the workshop filling up!
Here is what people are saying about Keith's workshops
Janette Schuster, artist and author of Mixed-Media Collage Jewelry: New Directions in Memory Jewelry says:
“Are you intrigued by found object art? Are you looking for inspiration to shake up you art routine? Are you a new artist hoping to learn basic jewelry-making or assemblage skills?
Then run, don't walk, to sign up for any one of Keith Lo Bue's workshops. You simply can't go wrong soaking up knowledge and inspiration from this generous, good-humored master of the found object!”
Then run, don't walk, to sign up for any one of Keith Lo Bue's workshops. You simply can't go wrong soaking up knowledge and inspiration from this generous, good-humored master of the found object!”
For more testimonials, Check out Keith's Bio
Here is his full line up with how many spaces are left:
Tools of the Trade-Expanded Version w/ Keith Lo Bue (4/13-14) Only 9 spots left
Working with Wire w/ Keith Lo Bue (4/15-16)
Only 4 spots left
Copy Machine Metal Etching w/ Keith Lo Bue (4/17) Registration just opened for this but will fill up fast
Shrines and Icons w/ Keith Lo Bue (4/18-19)
Only 6 spots left
Workshop Registration Now Open For.....
Richard Salley Jewelry Artist from California
Enamel on Copper w/ Richard Salley (5/15)
Resin-Filled Watch Case Locket w/ Richard Salley (5/16)
Solar Powered Time Piece w/ Richard Salley (5/17)
Jane Wynn Workshops
Author of "Altered Curiousities" & Jewelry, Found Object artist from Baltimore
Pipe Dreams w/ Jane Wynn (6/5)
Molding and Cloning w/ Jane Wynn (6/6)
Metal Reliquary w/ Jane Wynn (6/7)
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