Unlock your creativity and explore the fascinating world of mixed media in our "Mixed Media: Explorations in Drawing and Collage" class. Designed for artists of all levels, this course delves into the diverse processes and methods used to create stunning drawings and mixed media art.  This class comprehensively explores out-of-the-box drawing and mixed media methods, from generating your own collage materials to mastering adhesives and presentation techniques. 

SUPPLY LIST:

 

1. X-acto knife and blades
• X-ACTO® #1 Precision Knife, Michael’s, $5.49. required
2. Metal ruler
• Westcott® 18" Stainless Steel Ruler, Michael’s, 6.99. Required
3. Scissors for paper/fabric. Required
4. Ephemera to include old papers, maps, natural textiles, or various imagery. Recommended.
5. Foundation for collage- cradle boards, 300 lb watercolor paper, stretched canvas, or clay board. Recommend starting with mixed media paper for experimentation.
• Strathmore® 400 Series Mixed Media Paper Pad, $5.24 - $33.29
• 7 Pack 11" x 14" Super Value Canvas by Artist's Loft, Michael’s, $12.99
• Canvas Panel Value Pack by Artist's Loft® Necessities, Michael’s, $8.99
• 6 Pack Unfinished Wood Canvas Boards for Painting, Blank Deep Cradle 9x12 Panels for Art Projects (0.85 In Thick), Michael’s, $25.89
6. Basic drawing paper for sketching and experimentation. Required.
• Strathmore® 400 Series Drawing Paper Pad, Michael’s, $4.49 - $21.74
7. Stencils, stamps, or tools for mark-making. Not required.
8. Brushes- various sizes. Bring existing brushes to first class.
9. Plastic water container (yogurt container, etc)
10. Pallet knife. Not required
11. Assorted acrylic or oil paints or pigments that are relevant to your current work (please do not bring toxic dry materials). Bring existing paints to first class.
12. Odorless solvents for oil-based materials
13. Polymer medium- Matt Medium will be available for students to try. Recommend purchasing small to medium size.
• Golden Artist Colors® Gloss Polymer Medium, Michael’s, $18.99 - $57.99
14. Black Waterproof Ink
• Speedball® Super Black India Ink, Michael’s, $7.99 - $31.99. Small size recommended.
15. Gesso. Not required
16. Apron. Not required
17. Rags. Not required
18. Sandpaper- fine to medium. Not required but can be used for mark-making/drawing.
19. 1” painter’s tape or artist’s tape. Recommended.
• Artist Tape by Artist's Loft®, Michael’s, $9.99

This course has no requirements.

Once you provide your contact information below, you will be placed on the wait list for this course section. The wailist queue is first-come-first-serve. When you time to register comes, you will receive an email with instructions on how to register. Please monitor your email.