Beginner Art for Adults!
Relief Carving
March 23 & 25
9 am - 12 pm
$100, all materials (and coffee!) supplied
Gelli Printing
March 30 & April 1
9 am - 12 pm
$100, all materials (and coffee!) supplied
Paper Marbling
April 8
9 am - 12 pm
$50, all materials (and coffee!) supplied
Silkscreen Printing
April 13 & 15
9 am - 12 pm
$100, all materials (and coffee!) supplied
Or… do all 4 classes for $300!
ALL CLASSES: Located upstairs at the Sylvan House of Music, Sylvan Lake
Printmaking includes a wide range of techniques, many that are accessible to the beginner artist working at home or at our small studio. For each course, you will receive a complimentary sketchbook and unlimited coffee/tea. Working at home between classes will be limited due to the specific supplies that are needed. Printmaking is very process based and you will create several prints in a short time which will demonstrate your progress and development.
These courses will give you a snapshot of the following types of printmaking…
Relief Carving
March 23 & 25
9 am - 12 pm
$100, all materials (and coffee!) supplied
An image is carved into a soft rubber block (wood, linoleum, styrofoam, etc can also be used) and used as a stamp to create paper based wall art, greeting cards, etc.
Silkscreen Printing
April 13 & 15
9 am - 12 pm
$100, all materials (and coffee!) supplied
An image is painted onto a tightly mounted screen with “drawing fluid” and then the remaining area is covered in “screen filler”. When the filler is dry, the drawing fluid is washed out, leaving a stencil of the original painting. Ink is pushed through the screen onto any flat surface and is popular for advertising. Screen printing can be done on wood, fabric, or paper, depending on the type of ink you have.
With Relief Carving and Silkscreen Printing, identical prints can be made from one block/stencil.
Paper Marbling
April 8
9 am - 12 pm
$50, all materials (and coffee!) supplied
Carrageenan is mixed with water to create a solution that is resistant to mixing with acrylic paint. Similar to the behavioural characteristics of oil and water, the acrylic paint remains on the top of the surface. Designs can be created using a variety of tools and then paper is placed on top of the carrageenan bath to lift the acrylic design onto the paper. This method is popular for making book covers, greeting cards, photo matte material for framing, and fabric can also be used to create a variety of wearable art.
Gelli Printing
March 30 & April 1
9 am - 12 pm
$100, all materials (and coffee!) supplied
Somewhat of a blend of other types of printmaking: the block is a soft flexible rubber-like material which holds patterns made with stencils, paint, plants, and other textured materials which are then transferred to paper.
Paper Marbling and Gelli Printing are types of mono printing,
therefore, no two prints are the same.
Please bring . . .
-a snack (if you think you’ll need it)
-a bottle of water
-clean footwear or slippers
-clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty and/or stained (we have aprons to borrow)
Please note . . .
-The Sylvan House of Music is not wheelchair accessible. There are stairs both inside and outside the building. Sorry for the inconvenience.
-Payments can be sent via eTransfer to freespiritscreative@gmail.com once you receive an invoice. Registration is not confirmed until payment has been received. This ensures that adequate supplies and space are available to you.
-Coffee/Tea are complimentary (cream, sugar, and non-dairy cream will be supplied)
-Please park across the street in the public lot for Centennial Park.
-Receipts are available by request
Please know that when you fill out our registration form, it is important that you include as many details about your history as an artist as possible because specific course content will vary depending on the interests and prior knowledge of those who are registered. You’ll get a customized experience tailored to who you are as a learner, including your skills and personal potential.
You'll get feedback specific to your needs!
Have you spent your life focused on your work, your family, and your home?
Now you finally have time to enjoy your hobbies and maybe even learn new skills!
But where to begin? Perhaps you’ve always been intrigued by the arts but felt like you don’t have a single “creative bone” in your body?
Or maybe you feel like it’s too late to start learning to draw or paint.
Nothing could be further from the truth!
It is never too late to learn a new skill and discover a new passion! The journey of self discovery and self improvement is ever evolving. Even if you’ve never picked up a paintbrush, if you’re interested and willing to try, these courses are for you!
Carmen studied Art at Alberta College of Art and Design in Calgary and worked with several mediums including a variety of drawing materials, paints, and types of printmaking; experimented with sculpture such as woodworking, ceramics, and metalworking; and studied artists and their works from ancient times to the present. This broad spectrum of study has given Carmen a well rounded perspective on the world of art and she is excited to share it with you! You’ll be in a small group and a non-judgemental setting where you can relax and have fun! Enjoy a coffee and experience a whole new world!
