Open to all levels All supplies provided Discover the exciting possibilities of 2-D application of mixed papers to a flat surface. Through dynamic demonstrations/motivations/exercises, using a variety of paper sources, gluing mediums, and mounting surfaces, participants will explore the potential of line, shape, color, texture and composition in the collage medium. Midweek participants will tour…

Open to all levels All supplies provided Inspired by Mabel D’Amico’s handmade and altered wardrobe, explore the application of fabrics to a flat surface or recycled clothing. Through demonstrations/motivations/exercises, discover the various possibilities of fabric collage using a variety of fabric sources and sewing techniques, such as basic stitching, embroidery and quilting. Students are encouraged…

The Art of Seeing with Carmen Lund™ is a drawing/painting workshop. Participants will work in watercolor or oil pastel.  The approach will support participants to get out of their heads and into their hearts so they will be able to confidently express their unique personal voices. Participants will be guided through a series of exercises…

Open to all levels Basic supplies provided Explore the properties of traditional transparent watercolors with a series of set-ups, exercises, and demonstrations as motivational inspiration. Experiment with the techniques of washes, dry brush and wet-on-wet. Combine watercolors with other water-based pigments such as gouache and acrylics. Emphasis will be placed on becoming more confident in…

Open to all levels All supplies provided Based on the found art constructions from Joseph Cornell to Mabel D’Amico, Box Art, consists of an assemblage of found or collected objects, collaged and affixed into shallow boxes of any kind. These creations tell stories, create dreamy landscapes, evoke a mood, give a sense of the passage…

Open to all levels Basic supplies provided Participants will explore the application of dry and oil pastels in varying densities and colors to create depth, perspective, and overall composition. Participants will work with hard and soft pastels on assorted papers. Exercises will be suggested, and demonstrations provided throughout the week. Subject material may include still…

Open to all levels All supplies provided Create a small, hanging stained glass piece. Design a unique composition, then cut and solder colored glass pieces using the copper foil method. Safety tips for working with glass will be emphasized.  Midweek participants will tour the D’Amico House to view the collection. A critique will be held…

Beginners Only Classes run Monday, Wednesday and Friday All supplies provided This introductory clay class invites participants to explore the endless possibilities of creating one-of-a-kind forms using the fundamentals of hand building. In this Monday, Wednesday and Friday class, students will learn clay basics and how to use techniques such as pinch, coil, and slab…

Beginners Only Classes run Monday, Wednesday and Friday All supplies provided This introductory clay class invites participants to explore the endless possibilities of creating one-of-a-kind forms using the fundamentals of hand building. In this Monday, Wednesday and Friday class, students will learn clay basics and how to use techniques such as pinch, coil, and slab…

Open to all levels All supplies provided This workshop will survey the fundamentals of encaustic painting, the ancient technique of using hot wax and pigment. Explore rudimentary to complex two-dimensional methods while learning to melt, mix, and apply wax to create smooth and textured surfaces. Incising wax to create intricate drawings and collages, transfers, and…

Open to all levels All supplies provided This workshop will survey the fundamentals of encaustic painting, the ancient technique of using hot wax and pigment. Explore rudimentary to complex two-dimensional methods while learning to melt, mix, and apply wax to create smooth and textured surfaces. Incising wax to create intricate drawings and collages, transfers, and…