Sandra Bacon is a versatile artist whose paintings and public artwork are nationally known. Her recent environmental artwork has been part of “Cool Globes” Chicago and shown at the United Nations, the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs, and Peppers Gallery in Redlands, California. She is a “Working Artist”, teaching workshops and lecture/demos for Golden Paints.

Explore a number of textures and grounds for water-media paints available thru Golden Products. From coarse pumice gel to micaceous iron oxide, grounds open up possibilities for use with acrylic fluids and airbrush colors.

Supplies: favorite watercolor brushes

Gemma Black is one of Australia’s leading calligraphers. She is a Churchill Fellow, a Guild Member of the Australian Society of Calligraphers and Honoured Fellow. A Fellow of the prestigious Calligraphy & Lettering Arts Society, UK, Gemma has taught extensively in Canberra and surrounding regions for over 20 years, as well as for many calligraphy societies and summer/winter school establishments around Australia. She has joined the faculty at international lettering art conferences in the USA, Canada and the UK and her work hangs in many private and public collections.

 www.pcug.org.au/~gblack

Learn the steps on how to undertake this very important analytical training that can be used for all historical and contemporary models for future study. Use the Edward Johnston’s seven points for copying a manuscript and the 10th century Ramsey Psalter as the prime specimen.  

Supplies: reasonably good-quality paper (copy paper will do), a sheet or two of tracing film, a full set of Brause nibs in good working order, 2 HB lead pencils, ink and/or gouache, ruler, a couple of paper clips, apron

Gemma Black is one of Australia’s leading calligraphers. She is a Churchill Fellow, a Guild Member of the Australian Society of Calligraphers and Honoured Fellow. A Fellow of the prestigious Calligraphy & Lettering Arts Society, UK, Gemma has taught extensively in Canberra and surrounding regions for over 20 years, as well as for many calligraphy societies and summer/winter school establishments around Australia. She has joined the faculty at international lettering art conferences in the USA, Canada and the UK and her work hangs in many private and public collections.

www.pcug.org.au/~gblack

Use the broad-edged pen and the ruling pen to prepare freer letterforms. The Roman Capital will be used as a guide and after demonstrations, we will build on the knowledge the participant already has of Roman letterforms to complete the emancipation from these rigid little soldiers.

Supplies: reasonably good quality paper for samples (large sheets of copy paper will do), ruling pens, Brause nibs, ink and/or gouache, apron

Gemma Black is one of Australia’s leading calligraphers. She is a Churchill Fellow, a Guild Member of the Australian Society of Calligraphers and Honoured Fellow. A Fellow of the prestigious Calligraphy & Lettering Arts Society, UK, Gemma has taught extensively in Canberra and surrounding regions for over 20 years, as well as for many calligraphy societies and summer/winter school establishments around Australia. She has joined the faculty at international lettering art conferences in the USA, Canada and the UK and her work hangs in many private and public collections.

www.pcug.org.au/~gblack

Create background samples with non-conventional tools such as toothbrushes, foam rollers, straws, rulers, ruling pens, and balsa wood to take home to explore further.

Supplies: reasonably good-quality paper for samples (large sheets of copy paper will do), ink, gouache, watercolors and acrylics (any color), small plate for mixingcolor, apron.

Optional: toothbrushes, straws, rulers, ruling pens, rulers and balsa wood.There will be some available to use, especially the balsa wood.

Pat Blair is currently serving as Chief Calligrapher at The White House in Washington, D.C. and is owner of Calligraphy and Design in Virginia. She has been a professional calligrapher for over 22 years. Her work has been published in Letter Arts Review, Scripsit and Martha Stewart Weddings. Teaching remains a high priority—she is on the faculty of the Loudoun Academy of the Arts in Leesburg, VA. She recently was awarded the honor “Master Penman” by the International Association of Master Penman and Engrossers.

www.patblaircalligraphy.com

Explore unique qualities as we play with fun and creative pen illustrations. Learn several basic structural strokes and combine them to produce lovely cartouches, floral designs and border images. The pointed, flexible nib is a marvelous tool, capable of producing a multitude of expressive strokes from whisper thin hairlines to dramatic, bold shades.

Supplies: oblique pen holder, favorite pointed pen nib such as Hunt 22, good quality layout bond paper such as 9” x 12” Canson Pro Layout Marker Pad, black ink such as Moon Palace Sumi or McCaffrey’s Penmans Ink

Brenda Broadbent is the owner and CEO of Paper & Ink Arts. With the help from her tiny but mighty staff, they have filled orders for art supplies, books, and gifts for calligraphers and book & paper artists from a little town in rural Maryland for more than 25 years. Brenda’s previous titles include high school English teacher and reference librarian in suburban D.C.—careers that have served her well at Paper & Ink Arts. She has studied calligraphy with Louise Megginson, Reggie Ezell and Carl Rohrs.

www.paperinkarts.com

Use this sharp and convenient pen for fun AND professional work. Explore color blending, hairlines, textures and non-stop flourishing. We’ll load these pens with sumi ink, gouache, watercolor and acrylic inks.

Supplies: Parallel Pens & color cartridges you already own, 12-20 sheets of any practice paper, some 11”x14” sheets or larger, Parallel Pen Wizardry Book if you have it, acrylic ink, a tube of gouache or watercolor (any color), mixing pan & brush, water container, eyedropper or pipette, paper towels. Parallel Pens will be available for loan during class if you don’t have one. If your Parallel Pens are empty, bring them to class empty. Pens with problems are welcomed

Barbara Close a freelance calligrapher, graphic designer and instructor, has taught many classes and workshops in various cities in California and across the country. She enjoys teaching classes ranging from different calligraphic styles to mixed media. Her work has been featured in the Artful Letter Calligrapher’s Engagement Calendars and SfC’s Artful Book of Days Calendar. Additionally, her work has been exhibited in several juried shows throughout the United States. Barbara is known for her design of greeting cards for Marcel Schurman Company and the logo for Somerset Studio Magazine, where she is the lettering consultant. Her philosophy is to “Follow Your Heart.”

www.bcdezigns.com

Many approaches will be utilized with different monoline tools such as: Pilot G-Tech pens; Pigma markers; Sharpie markers; Speedball “B” nibs; and more. We’ll create several different styles in search of the “right look” for your projects. Have fun in designing, too.  

Supplies: Pilot G-Tech pens, Pigma markers, Sharpie markers, Speedball “B” nibs, several sheets of layout bond paper (any brand)

Barbara Close a freelance calligrapher, graphic designer and instructor, has taught many classes and workshops in various cities in California and across the country. She enjoys teaching classes ranging from different calligraphic styles to mixed media. Her work has been featured in the Artful Letter Calligrapher’s Engagement Calendars and SfC’s Artful Book of Days Calendar. Additionally, her work has been exhibited in several juried shows throughout the United States. Barbara is known for her design of greeting cards for Marcel Schurman Company and the logo for Somerset Studio Magazine, where she is the lettering consultant. Her philosophy is to “Follow Your Heart.”

www.bcdezigns.com

Learning the art of brush lettering can be mysterious and fun. The Faber Castell Pitt brush pen is the choice for the day. Its tiny, fiber tip makes excellent marks and letters. We’ll use these great little fiber tips to learn all about this beautiful lettering technique.

Supplies: Faber Castell Pitt pen with brush tip, several sheets of layout bond paper (any brand)

Harvest Crittenden has been a lettering artist for more than 30 years. The recipient of the Marjorie Pavelich Calligraphy Grant, her work has been published in Somerset Studio Magazine and Bound and Lettered Magazine, featured in Detroit Metro Bride, and has exhibited in numerous juried shows. Her work is in museums and private collections around the world. Her current focus is on the Scribal Arts of the Renaissance, specializing in illuminating, illustrating and lettering words that support our ever-changing world. She currently teaches for the St. Michael’s Institute of Sacred Art and loves traveling worldwide to teach and to learn.

www.acornarts.org

Turn your Spencerian letter into a sparkling delight. Perfect for stationery, gifts, notebooks, journals, or just in a frame. The outlined letter will be provided. Learn to paint and shadow the main stem, add different forms of filigree, and touches of gold. Knowledge of Spencerian lettering is not required.  

Supplies: white board, different colored markers, hard pencil (2H or harder), black, brown or red Pigma marker (fine or very fine), fine brush for painting, small watercontainer, paper towels

Harvest Crittenden has been a lettering artist for more than 30 years. The recipient of the Marjorie Pavelich Calligraphy Grant, her work has been published in Somerset Studio Magazine and Bound and Lettered Magazine, featured in Detroit Metro Bride, and has exhibited in numerous juried shows. Her work is in museums and private collections around the world. Her current focus is on the Scribal Arts of the Renaissance, specializing in illuminating, illustrating and lettering words that support our ever-changing world. She currently teaches for the St. Michael’s Institute of Sacred Art and loves traveling worldwide to teach and to learn.

www.acornarts.org

Create this valuable reference tool to use in your studio. Understand the mystery of gold. Work with a 15-sample grid and experiment with gilding techniques, such as gild on gesso with 23k gold, Instacol, and Jerry Tressor’s size with composition gold. Use 23k shell gold, W&N gold ink, several brands of acrylic golds, and watercolor golds with mica powder.  

Supplies: a fine-point paint brush, scruffy brush for mixing, water container, paper towels

Material Fee: $7

Harvest Crittenden has been a lettering artist for more than 30 years. The recipient of the Marjorie Pavelich Calligraphy Grant, her work has been published in Somerset Studio Magazine and Bound and Lettered Magazine, featured in Detroit Metro Bride, and has exhibited in numerous juried shows. Her work is in museums and private collections around the world. Her current focus is on the Scribal Arts of the Renaissance, specializing in illuminating, illustrating and lettering words that support our ever-changing world. She currently teaches for the St. Michael’s Institute of Sacred Art and loves traveling worldwide to teach and to learn.

www.acornarts.org

It takes more than good calligraphy to bring in the clients. Set yourself apart with your presentation. Learn the steps you can take and the skills needed to polish your presentation. We will cover all the visual impressions from brochures, free places to advertise, how to price your work, record keeping and preparing yourself to meet with your client. Complete your presentation by placing it in the elegant presentation folder created in Presenting a Polished Portfolio 2.

Supplies: notepaper, pencil, x-acto knife, bone folder, ruler, water container

Harvest Crittenden has been a lettering artist for more than 30 years. The recipient of the Marjorie Pavelich Calligraphy Grant, her work has been published in Somerset Studio Magazine and Bound and Lettered Magazine, featured in Detroit Metro Bride, and has exhibited in numerous juried shows. Her work is in museums and private collections around the world. Her current focus is on the Scribal Arts of the Renaissance, specializing in illuminating, illustrating and lettering words that support our ever-changing world. She currently teaches for the St. Michael’s Institute of Sacred Art and loves traveling worldwide to teach and to learn.

www.acornarts.org

Make an easy but elegant presentation folder to help you stand out above the rest. Dazzle your clients with this 13” x 19” folder covered with beautiful papers and bookcloth. Add tie ribbons and a cover flap; a pocket for your business cards; and brochure handouts.  

Supplies: notepaper, pencil, x-acto knife, bone folder, ruler, water container

Material Fee: $5

Marty Dome discovered the wonders of paper folding and three-dimensional paper art through the many workshops she has attended. She has a passion for paper and what it can do to create pleasure, fun and beauty. She has studied calligraphy with Tim Botts and Reggie Ezell, and paper arts with Michael Jacobs.

Paper folding that even Elvis would enjoy. Paper play with folds and paper structures. Learn folds with a single piece of paper and projects that use no adhesive and inexpensive materials. Projects taught will have multiple uses and design possibilities.  

Supplies: bone folder, x-acto knife, cutting mat, scissors, 12” metal ruler or metal-edged ruler, pencil, paper, paper punch

Lorraine Douglas is an artist and calligrapher from Sidney, B.C. Her work has been chosen for juried and solo exhibitions in Canada and Japan. She teaches calligraphy at the Vancouver Island School of Art.

http://wordmarksajournal.blogspot.com

Add to the Wright experience by learning this distinctive style of lettering that Frank Lloyd Wright used on his architectural renderings. Learn a variation of his lettering style—perfect to use for journal entries, credits and more. Take the Wright architectural tour on excursion day and see the influence on this lettering style.

Supplies:H or HB pencil, sharpener, ruler, eraser, a fine-point Pigma or Rollerball, a few sheets of lined paper like Hilroy loose-leaf paper

Cathy Feeman has been an artist since she could hold a pencil. In 1982, she became a freelance illustrator after completing her studies at the American Academy of Arts in Chicago. In 1995, she began teaching art to elementary and high school students, and also private students in her home studio. Her recent discovery of the wonderful world of calligraphy and paper arts has fueled her desire to play and experiment with new materials and techniques.

Experiment with techniques using watercolor, gouache and acrylics. Use these fabulous papers for future projects including backgrounds for lettering.

Supplies: masking or drafting tape, watercolors, brushes, water container, palette, scissors, acrylic paints, gouache, small spray bottle, x-acto knife, metal ruler, small cutting mat, eye droppers or pipettes, anything that can be used to make an imprint into the paint.

There will be an assortment of these things in class as well.

Cathy Feeman has been an artist since she could hold a pencil. In 1982, she became a freelance illustrator after completing her studies at the American Academy of Arts in Chicago. In 1995, she began teaching art to elementary and high school students, and also private students in her home studio. Her recent discovery of the wonderful world of calligraphy and paper arts has fueled her desire to play and experiment with new materials and techniques.

Create this unique and colorful 3-D art piece using Prismacolor pencils, black matte art-emboss foil and light-weight spackle.

Supplies: pencil, colored pencils (Prismacolors are preferable, NOT Verithin type), black fine line marker. (Optional: copies of alphabets or letters you like, scissors, few sheets of tracing paper, small putty knife)

Cathy Feeman has been an artist since she could hold a pencil. In 1982, she became a freelance illustrator after completing her studies at the American Academy of Arts in Chicago. In 1995, she began teaching art to elementary and high school students, and also private students in her home studio. Her recent discovery of the wonderful world of calligraphy and paper arts has fueled her desire to play and experiment with new materials and techniques.

Create this miniature metal book and experiment with different textures and designs made in the metal with a variety of tools. Learn emboss and deboss techniques, colorizing with heat, and patina finishes with acrylic paints, vinegar and ammonia to make your cover “stand” out.

Supplies: pencil, black fine-line marker, x-acto knife, metal ruler, small cutting mat,few sheets of tracing paper, and copies of alphabets or letters you may want to use.Bring any embossing tools for wood or metal if you have them

Material Fee: $3

Showcase your photos in this unique mini-scrapbook made with small craft bags. Have fun completing the book with decorated pages using a variety of fun papers and embellishments, including ribbons, fibers, stickers, rubber stampings and found objects. Incorporate pockets and hidden surprise pages. Learn different ways to bind the book and add photos at your leisure. Simple, fun and creative!

Supplies: small cutting mat, craft knife, glue stick, pencil, 12” metal ruler, calligraphy markers of any kind

Material Fee: $2

Create three-dimensional fun and unique cards including the Waterfall and Japanese Kimonos. Each one uses decorative papers.

Supplies: small cutting mat, craft knife, glue stick, pencil, 12” metal ruler, bone folder

Material Fee: $2

Carrie Imai has been teaching calligraphy and related subjects for over 25 years. She has a freelance calligraphy and graphic arts business and has worked as a calligrapher for Los Angeles County. She has taught at international calligraphy conferences and for guilds across the country and in Canada.

www.carriedesigns.com

Discover new and rather weird tools that can make wonderful and innovative alphabets. You’ll receive a tool kit containing everything you’ll need to help you get out of the box and get playful. Bring your spirit of adventure. You may be surprised to find this playful attitude sneak into your more formal alphabets and give them new life.

Supplies: 1/2” or 3/8” Automatic, Horizon or Coit pen, Pelikan 4001 ink (any color),any water-based ink or walnut ink, watercolor palette (such as Prang), mixing brush,water pot, rag or paper towels, scissors, several sheets of a good bond paper (larger size is better), some better papers (Fabriano Ingres, Arches WC, Arches Text Wove).

Scraps are fine—the more paper, the more possibilities for experimentation.

Carrie Imai has been teaching calligraphy and related subjects for over 25 years. She has a freelance calligraphy and graphic arts business and has worked as a calligrapher for Los Angeles County. She has taught at international calligraphy conferences and for guilds across the country and in Canada.

www.carriedesigns.com

Do you say the “Pen Prayer” before you go to do calligraphy... “Please let it work”? Fighting with your pen to get the gouache out; ink blobs and bleeds; pen catches paper fibers, leaving a messy trail across your work? This class is for everyone who wants to take control and be the boss of their tools. Learn how to prepare a new pen to flow smoothly, and how to fix a bad pen; how to know what a good pen feels like; and how to mix watercolor and gouache so that it will flow well out of the pen.

 Supplies: one NEW Brause nib (size your choice), one NEW Speedball C-2 pen, one Mitchell nib (old or new—size your choice), one old and cruddy pen nib, pen holder, few sheets of nice, smooth paper for testing water-based ink (I like Pelikan 4001) or walnut ink, one tube gouache, your choice (my choice Winsor-Newton), watercolor palette (my choice Prang), mixing brush, water pot, rag or paper towels

Optional: lupe or magnifier, empty plastic water bottle, old toothbrush

Gina Jonas is the author of Finding the Flow: A Calligraphic Journey and Hebrew Calligraphy Styles. A professional calligrapher for 37 years, Gina first introduced her new approach to calligraphy to students at Friends of Calligraphy in San Francisco. It was received with great enthusiasm and energized Gina’s passion to share the discoveries of her calligraphic journey with fellow calligraphers!

www.ginajonascalligrapher.com

Awaken your mind and body to the physical act of calligraphy by focusing upon two often-neglected aspects of calligraphic practice: warm-ups and basic pen technique. Cultivate the formative senses of touch and movement through exercises with strokes and basic elements of letterform. Develop a ‘feel’ for movement and gestures. Complete a Karalama, the design composed of practical strokes that could be a starting point for a future calligraphic piece. Train yourself to engage in the living quality of form—its flow!

Supplies: ZIG Marker (double ended: 2 and 5m), Brause 3mm nib, Higgins Eternal permanent black, Nekoosa bond or #37 Boris Layout Bond

Design and make your own silver charm and/or embellishment. You will also make a simple book for attaching your silver adornment. The silver charms are made from Precious Metal Clay (PMC), a unique clay medium that is imbedded with silver, and, when fired in a kiln, will produce a piece of fine silver.

Supplies: x-acto knife, cutting mat, ruler, bone folder, lettering tools and paper if you want to make your own lettered design......Material Fee:$12

Finished polished pieces will be available for pick up the following evening.

Laura Lein-Svencner is an award-winning mixed media artist from the Midwest. Co-founder of the Midwest Collage Society, Laura’s background includes organic papermaking, sculpture, lithography, life drawing, photography and Native American Myths and vision. Her work is featured in public and private collections internationally and nationally.

www.lauralein-svencner.com

Collage has made its comeback into the mainstream of the art world. Think and create GREEN. Be inspired to create a stunning piece of mini art with wonderful papers and the incredible supply of recycled materials that will be incorporated. Experiment using different artist’s mediums, altered papers, image transfers, and learn the newest techniques.

Supplies: two magazines (your favorites), scissors, ruler, x-acto knife, apron, small amount of miscellaneous found papers (old letters, tickets, maps, handmadepaper, etc.)

Material Fee: $5

Barbara Mann started with a course in calligraphy and a desire to learn more, resulting in degrees in Commercial Art/Illustration and Computer Graphics. Barbara continues to seek out and learn new techniques to incorporate into her work and, in turn, teaches many workshops for art and calligraphy guilds. Some of her most requested workshops include watercolor, acrylics, colored pencil, and bookbinding. With a love for art and a diverse portfolio of talent, the best way she sums up her passion is “It’s all great fun!!!”

www.artstudio3.com

Have fun designing flowers using the skills you already have! Let the flowers dance from the end of your brush with a little twist here and little pressure there. Finish them off with a few colorful dots and flourishes. These fun flowers are great to decorate invitations, greeting cards or anywhere that needs a little touch of sunshine.

Supplies: flat ½”and round, pointed #4 and # 8 soft synthetic or sable watercolor brushes, H or HB pencil, fine Micron pen. Paper and paint will be supplied.

Barbara Mann started with a course in calligraphy and a desire to learn more, resulting in degrees in Commercial Art/Illustration and Computer Graphics. Barbara continues to seek out and learn new techniques to incorporate into her work and, in turn, teaches many workshops for art and calligraphy guilds. Some of her most requested workshops include watercolor, acrylics, colored pencil, and bookbinding. With a love for art and a diverse portfolio of talent, the best way she sums up her passion is “It’s all great fun!!!”

www.artstudio3.com

Splash with water and paint. Create with the colors of a summer garden or whimsical bouquet. This loose style will sit gently on the page, allowing your letters to interact and play with the colors. We will work wet while learning how to control the water, color in watercolor and add a few finishing details.

Supplies: flat ½”and round, pointed #4 and #8 soft synthetic or sable watercolor brushes, H or HB pencil, small spray bottle, fine Micron pen. Paper and paint will be supplied.

Barbara Mann started with a course in calligraphy and a desire to learn more, resulting in degrees in Commercial Art/Illustration and Computer Graphics. Barbara continues to seek out and learn new techniques to incorporate into her work and, in turn, teaches many workshops for art and calligraphy guilds. Some of her most requested workshops include watercolor, acrylics, colored pencil, and bookbinding. With a love for art and a diverse portfolio of talent, the best way she sums up her passion is “It’s all great fun!!!”

www.artstudio3.com

Whether you call her a Muse, a Spirit doll, a Goddess or your creative inspiration, it is always good to know she is in the studio with us. Let the playtime begin as we make the invisible visible, and dress her in creative thoughts.

Supplies: scissors, glue stick, x-acto knife, ruler, bone folder, H or HB pencil, eraser, fine Micron pen or Pilot G-Tec-C3 pen, spray bottle, round pointed watercolor brush (#2 or #3, and a #4 or #5), flat ¼” watercolor brush, variety of calligraphy nibs, holders, inspirational quotes/words

Optional: colored gel pens, white gel pen, charms or beads

Barbara Mann started with a course in calligraphy and a desire to learn more, resulting in degrees in Commercial Art/Illustration and Computer Graphics. Barbara continues to seek out and learn new techniques to incorporate into her work and, in turn, teaches many workshops for art and calligraphy guilds. Some of her most requested workshops include watercolor, acrylics, colored pencil, and bookbinding. With a love for art and a diverse portfolio of talent, the best way she sums up her passion is “It’s all great fun!!!”

www.artstudio3.com

Learn how to make this soft-cover, non-adhesive, exposed-stitch bound book featuring a reinforced spine, an embossed cover and decorative beads. Some sewing experience is helpful but not necessary.

Supplies: scissors, 6”-12” clear ruler or 8” triangle, bone folder, H or HB pencil

Barbara Mann started with a course in calligraphy and a desire to learn more, resulting in degrees in Commercial Art/Illustration and Computer Graphics. Barbara continues to seek out and learn new techniques to incorporate into her work and, in turn, teaches many workshops for art and calligraphy guilds. Some of her most requested workshops include watercolor, acrylics, colored pencil, and bookbinding. With a love for art and a diverse portfolio of talent, the best way she sums up her passion is “It’s all great fun!!!”

www.artstudio3.com

Create this simple, altered stitched book, which is not stitched at the spine but almost resembles an accordion-folded structure. Cut windows, make pop-outs and add embossing to display your words and images. This mini-workshop is one of two sessions. You can decorate the book in the sequel, A Walk in the Garden.

Supplies: H or HB pencil, x-acto knife, bone folder, 12” ruler, small cutting mat

Barbara Mann started with a course in calligraphy and a desire to learn more, resulting in degrees in Commercial Art/Illustration and Computer Graphics. Barbara continues to seek out and learn new techniques to incorporate into her work and, in turn, teaches many workshops for art and calligraphy guilds. Some of her most requested workshops include watercolor, acrylics, colored pencil, and bookbinding. With a love for art and a diverse portfolio of talent, the best way she sums up her passion is “It’s all great fun!!!”

www.artstudio3.com

This is the decorative sequel to the Garden Windows book. Come take a walk in the garden and add a bit of whimsy with “free writing”, haiku or a garden verse. Fill the glowing sunlit windows and spaces with the essence of your walk using a combination of words and images.

Supplies: #2 or #3 round, pointed watercolor brush, fine Micron pen, H or HB pencil, x-acto knife, small cutting mat, ruler, bone folder, short quote or Haiku with “garden”, “flower”, or “summer” in the verse

Roann Mathias has been fascinated with art and letters since early childhood. She is a lifelong calligraphy workshop junkie, who now teaches anything with mixed media and letterforms. Her works have been published in Letter Arts Review, Somerset Studio Magazine and The Speedball Textbook. www.roanndesigns.com

www.roanndesigns.com

Unpack a few simple, but eye-catching techniques that can be incorporated into your work, such as tiny monoprints, pen-manipulation, masking and resists, mica powders, and more.

Supplies: x-acto knife, scissors, paper towels, new/unused Staedtler Mars white eraser, 2-3 small watercolor brushes, one C-0 Speedball nib and holder, your choice of bottled ink.

Optional: 6.0 size Parallel Pen, Pearl-Ex powders, Post-It notes, white crayon, No-Blot pencil

Roann Mathias has been fascinated with art and letters since early childhood. She is a lifelong calligraphy workshop junkie, who now teaches anything with mixed media and letterforms. Her works have been published in Letter Arts Review, Somerset Studio Magazine and The Speedball Textbook. www.roanndesigns.com

www.roanndesigns.com

Explore alternative ways to achieve highly-raised surfaces by using modern adhesives to apply metal foils for stunning effects.

Supplies: Letraset burnisher (It has been discontinued by the manufacturer—if you find one, grab it! If you have a similar one, bring it.), one soft-bristle paintbrush, x-acto knife, sharp scissors, small paint brushes, one 6-part mixing pan, 4 pieces 4”x6” Arches 90 lb Hot Press watercolor paper, 4 pieces 4”x6” black paper (any kind), 4 pieces 4”x6” dark colored paper (any kind), 10 pieces of glassine cut into 5” squares.

Optional: metal foils that you already have, double-sided tape

Enjoy the simple, basic introduction to making, cutting, baking and casting a small one-letter mold. Take it with you and let it dry. It will be ready to mount on anything from a mat board or card to a jewelry box.

Supplies: x-acto knife with a straight blade

Bessie Pavell served as Workshop Chairperson for the Chicago Calligraphy Collective for two years. She has taught calligraphy at North Central College, Joliet Junior College, and other surrounding programs in the Chicagoland area. During the past 20 years, she has studied with internationally notable calligraphers who have influenced her strong base of lettering skills and expanded her depth of artistic knowledge.

Create this 3-D flip-out cube, made with blocks and creative backgrounds. Take your artwork to a new dimension. Ignite the curiosity of those who examine it. You will complete a cubed, Jacob’s-ladder-style puzzle. Consider it a 3-D card.

Supplies: drafting tape, x-acto knife, NEW #11 blades, cutting mat, scissors, bone folder, pencil, eraser

Material Fee: $2

Belinda Spiwak is a self-taught mixed media artist specializing in background techniques and metal art. Experimenting is her passion. She creates with boundless energy with a Dremel tool in one hand and a myriad of metal, paper, acrylics, textiles, and found objects in the other. She teaches her art techniques and collage composition locally and online. She demonstrates for the Dremel Company at the Craft Hobby Association shows.

http://alteredbelly.blogspot.com

Metal is the primo medium of the day. Learn basic metalworking while creating this simple and wearable art. Create mica pages for the inside of the book. Use them to show off your calligraphy. Basic wire wrapping techniques will also be shown.  

Supplies: scissors, bone folder, 1”-1½” collage images or calligraphic art to put on the inside pages of the book (6-8 images would be good to start with; more can be added later) Miscellaneous collage images will be available for your use.

Material Fee: $14

Belinda Spiwak is a self-taught mixed media artist specializing in background techniques and metal art. Experimenting is her passion. She creates with boundless energy with a Dremel tool in one hand and a myriad of metal, paper, acrylics, textiles, and found objects in the other. She teaches her art techniques and collage composition locally and online. She demonstrates for the Dremel Company at the Craft Hobby Association shows.

http://alteredbelly.blogspot.com

Amazing fun using paper and paper towels to create a mica powder and gloss varnish textured paper background. Use it to accentuate the focal point in your artwork. Spray on color wash to create cloth-like paper towel backgrounds. Come prepared to play and take away lots of awesome papers and ideas.

Supplies: scissors, 2-4 old plastic containers like margarine tubs, paper towels, wet wipes

Material Fee: $10

NOTE: Wear old clothing to this workshop. Color Wash will stain your hands. Latex gloves will be supplied. Technique instructions will be given out during the workshop. Students will take home the Heidi Swapp mask that they will use during the workshop.

Belinda Spiwak is a self-taught mixed media artist specializing in background techniques and metal art. Experimenting is her passion. She creates with boundless energy with a Dremel tool in one hand and a myriad of metal, paper, acrylics, textiles, and found objects in the other. She teaches her art techniques and collage composition locally and online. She demonstrates for the Dremel Company at the Craft Hobby Association shows.

http://alteredbelly.blogspot.com

Create your own sample booklet from the techniques learned during class. Play with masking and various templates, acrylic paints, color washes, stamps and inks to create backgrounds for your lettering. Experiment with Golden’s crackle paste and crackle paints. Learn layering on acrylic paints to get a truly funky, crackled look.

Supplies: scissors, 1½” - 2” cheap paintbrush, one detail brush, paper towels, wet wipes. (Paintbrushes will be available at the workshop.) People will have the opportunity to bind their technique backgrounds into a reference booklet. Technique instructions will be given out during the workshop.

Material Fee: $9

Collaged ATCs (Artist Trading Cards) Join in the fun of trading artist cards! Design mini-collages on 2½” x 3½” cardstock using collage supplies and techniques; then do some trading. Bring any ATCs you may already have for trading. Stop by The Ink Spot for more details on trading during conference. Look for the Mosaic Board and get ready for Thursday’s Trade Day

Supplies: scissors, bone folder, ruler, glue stick:

Learn basic techniques of making quilted, stuffed Washi paper squares, and how to assemble them into a variety of designs. Another fabulous card design to add to your collection

Supplies: scissors, bone folder, ruler, glue stick

Kick it up a notch and take your ATCs to another level. These dimensional ATC cards will be a sure hit. More trading you say? Bring them on!

Supplies: scissors, bone folder, ruler, glue stick

These charming cards are made from Origami papers. You will learn a variety of folds to assemble “flower” designs. Attach these paper delights to cardstock and create an assortment of lovely cards.

Supplies: scissors, bone folder, ruler, glue stick

Make this unusual 7-spread star book using multi-colored cardstock. Participants can later add lettering, poems and even write a story in it. Register for this mini-workshop and receive the directions for the delightful Star Book Ornament as an added bonus.

Supplies: scissors, bone folder, ruler, glue stick

Create the amazing 8-page Accordion Book that will explode with unique pop-ups, pockets, tags, envelopes and add-ons. Take it to the max; it’s the ultimate in accordion folding!

Supplies: scissors, bone folder, ruler, glue stick

Have you always wanted to learn pointed pen but were afraid to try it? You can erase that fear. This is a great opportunity to learn pointed pen in the easiest way by using pencils instead of dip pens and ink. The process is greatly simplified; shapes and pressure/release are the focus. Dark colored pencils will work well on light paper, and of course, light pencils on dark paper. The results will show the contrast achieved with pointed pen but with a lighter and slightly more textured sense, using the pencil.

Supplies: 12” ruler, light and dark color pencils (No-Blots work well), light and dark color paper, pencil sharpener. Softer pencils will give more contrast, depending on the paper

Learn how to manipulate a Zig or other wide felt-tipped pen to achieve interesting letterforms and designs. Students will receive a copy of the wonderful “Penipulation” exemplar.

Supplies: ZIG or other wide felt-tip pens

A fun way to learn carving techniques! Learn how to carve letters, flowers, designs and special borders for a foam board picture frame.

 Supplies: x-acto knife with #11 blade and extra blades

Learn the basic techniques for painting a vine and decorated letter. Demonstration of color mixing, painting, shading, blending, and gold tooling will be covered. Students will paint in a pre-drawn worksheet using gouache to apply the techniques.

Supplies: good brush for painting (Size 0 Loew-Cornell Mixtique or Winsor Newton Series 7), inexpensive mixing brush, double-ended embossing stylus, Pigma Micron marker size 01, eye dropper, water container, wooden ruler with a metal edge, magnifier

Material Fee: $5

Debora Wojnarowski artistic endeavors cover a diverse range of mediums, including mixed media collage, fine silver metal clay, traditional jewelry making, lampwork glass beadmaking, and sewing. She is among a few who hold one of the highest certifications of Silver Metal Clay instruction. After being encouraged to share her talents, she soon discovered the fulfillment of sharing the joy of creating with others. Her eagerness to raise her level of creativity pushes the limits of the mediums to new heights in design with experimentation. Her work is held in private collections.

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Create a miniature collage using alcohol ink as your background, as well as other collage elements. Place the collage between two pieces of glass then complete it with copper foil trim. Make your mini art into a pin or magnet.  

Supplies: small scissors, glue stick, favorite little photos, postage stamps. There will be a variety of collage elements available to choose from.

Debora Wojnarowski artistic endeavors cover a diverse range of mediums, including mixed media collage, fine silver metal clay, traditional jewelry making, lampwork glass beadmaking, and sewing. She is among a few who hold one of the highest certifications of Silver Metal Clay instruction. After being encouraged to share her talents, she soon discovered the fulfillment of sharing the joy of creating with others. Her eagerness to raise her level of creativity pushes the limits of the mediums to new heights in design with experimentation. Her work is held in private collections.

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Capture the essence of the origami crane in fine silver. Art Clay Silver Metal Clay (ACS) is made of microscopic particles of fine silver, organic binders and water, formed into sheets of metal clay. Once fired in the kiln, the binders burn off and what remains is your fabulous piece of wearable art of .999% fine silver. Wear your crane as a pendant; you’ll be sure to get great compliments.

Supplies: All materials and supplies provided

Material Fee: $15

Finished polished pieces will be available for pick up the following evening.

Debora Wojnarowski artistic endeavors cover a diverse range of mediums, including mixed media collage, fine silver metal clay, traditional jewelry making, lampwork glass beadmaking, and sewing. She is among a few who hold one of the highest certifications of Silver Metal Clay instruction. After being encouraged to share her talents, she soon discovered the fulfillment of sharing the joy of creating with others. Her eagerness to raise her level of creativity pushes the limits of the mediums to new heights in design with experimentation. Her work is held in private collections.

www.picturetrail.com/mymusemademedoit

Easy metal fun! Letter, stamp, draw, transfer letters and images onto copper and then let the etching fluid do its thing. Create embellishments for your books, artwork for your walls and more ideas. Unleash your creativity.

 Supplies: scissors, any color Paint Pens, Sharpie (any color and thickness)

 Debora Wojnarowski artistic endeavors cover a diverse range of mediums, including mixed media collage, fine silver metal clay, traditional jewelry making, lampwork glass beadmaking, and sewing. She is among a few who hold one of the highest certifications of Silver Metal Clay instruction. After being encouraged to share her talents, she soon discovered the fulfillment of sharing the joy of creating with others. Her eagerness to raise her level of creativity pushes the limits of the mediums to new heights in design with experimentation. Her work is held in private collections.

www.picturetrail.com/mymusemademedoit 

Learn four different transfer techniques, two on paper and two on canvas. A great way to add images to your project without the added bulk of layers of paper.

Supplies: laser or toner copier images (words need to be copied in reverse), scissors, one or two small, old brushes

Create a playful decorative alphabet that is great for use on bookmarks, cards and envelopes. Imagine the possibilities with this funky, fun style.  

Supplies: Highlighter pens/markers in yellow, pink and blue (e.g. Bic Brite liner or Sharpie Accent), black Micron pen (size 01), black Sharpie marker (ultra-fine or fine-tip), bond/layout paper, tracing paper, ruler, pencil, eraser