Supported by writing prompts and instructor guidance, students will discover how creating mixed-media work on one surface reflects their life experience, wisdom, desire, joy, resistance, and their own visual voice. Themes such as mindfulness, acceptance, trust in self, and painting as journey rather than as destination will be woven throughout. The class environment is void of pressure, which helps to free mental and emotional blocks and unleash strength, personality, intuition, and creativity. Students Will Bring the Following Materials One chosen non-paper surface medium to large; wood, drywall, canvas, etc. At least 3 x 5 or 4 x 4-feet Brush set Favorite writing journal and writing tool Sponge/Mark Making Tools 10 – 15 pre-cut images without words to be collaged Art materials of choice including any of the following: Acrylic Watercolor (Bevie recommends Dick Blick Liquid WaterColor Set) Pastel Bevie recommends Portfolio Series Water Soluble Oil Pastels Oil Collage images Mod Podge Black gel pens Water soluble pencils/crayons/oil pastels Optional: Any additional textured papers or found objects for stamping and mark making.
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