Homeschool Fine Art: Intro to Mixed Media

Name: Homeschool Fine Art: Intro to Mixed Media
Start: 2025-01-08T10:30:00-05:00
Location: 835 Spring Hill Rd, 24401

Schedule

Wed, 08 Jan, 2025 at 10:30 am

UTC-05:00

Location

835 Spring Hill Rd, 24401 | Staunton, VA

introduction to Mixed Media
Overview
In this session, students will explore the exciting world of mixed media, where various materials and techniques come together to create dynamic and textured artworks. The class will focus on combining methods such as collage, gelli plate printing, and paper weaving. Additionally, students will create unique self-portraits inspired by the cutout styles of Picasso or Matisse, encouraging a blend of personal creativity and artistic influences.
Key Topics
Collage: Layering and combining found images, textures, and materials to create cohesive compositions.
Gelli Plate Printing: Using gelli plates to experiment with texture, pattern, and color in printmaking.
Paper Weaving: Crafting intricate designs by weaving strips of paper to create texture and depth.
Cutout Self-Portraits: Inspired by Picasso and Matisse, students will create expressive self-portraits using cutout shapes and bold colors.
Creative Integration: Combining different media and techniques to produce multi-dimensional works of art.
By the end of this session, students will have a deeper understanding of how to creatively merge various art forms and materials, expanding their artistic horizons through mixed media.:
4 Classes | Wednesdays starting January 8th | 10:30 - 12
January 8, 15, 22, 29
$125 for all 4 classes
please bring a snack and beverage
CLASSES
Class 1 | Figurative Collage
Class 2 | Gelli Plate Printing
Class 3 | Weaving with Paper
Class 4 | Matisse or Picasso Inspired Self Portrait

There will be 1 more Session with 4 classes:
3D | February 5, 12, 19, 26
If you sign up for both Sessions (8 classes) we will give you a $25 discount on the total.