Classes

January 2017

Class Schedule

Lisa has put together a great schedule for January and of course, we have the lovely Dina Wakley returning to teach at the end of the month.  Take a look at what we have to offer.....

Accordian 2017 Calendar

Thursday, Jan 5th

10:30 am OR 6 pm

$50

Awesome project and so useful too!  In each pocket is a monthly calendar that fits in the frame on the front of the project.  The storage page has a "perpetual" calendar on the back for you to log names with the special dates.  "Nature Sketchbook" papers by Graphic 45 make this so elegant.

P.S. I Love You Cards

Thursday, Jan 12

10:30 am OR 6 pm

$25

The picture doesn't do these cards justice.  Soft and elegant, these cards will be wonderful for loved ones and friends alike!  Paper by Kaisercraft and stamps and dies from Hero Arts.

Paris Canvas

Thursday, Jan 19th

10:30 am OR 6 pm

$40

An older project, we continue to get requests for Lisa to teach this one again!  And so here we go.  There will be a few changes as some of the supplies are no longer available, but believe me, you won't notice.  Paper Doll by character Constructions, creativity by Lisa!

Demo Day

SATURDAY, JAN 21

Come and Go

10 am to 4 pm

FREE!

A monthly event, the class schedule and samples for February will be on display and you can begin enrolling.  We will have a fabulous FREE Make 'n Take for you and lots of new merchandise to browse.  Grab a friend and share the fun!

Character Constructions Wardrobe Accordian

Tuesday, Jan 24

10:30 am OR 6 pm

$30

If you love Character Constructions and/or paper dolls, you will love this project.  Catherine designed the wardrobe which Lisa has used for this sweet Valentine project. Lots of fun! 

DINA WAKLEY WORKSHOPS.

JAN 26-28TH

We love Dina Wakley! and I think she loves us too....  She's back for the 5th time and bringing us an all new batch of classes.  Complete details can be found on the previous blog post HERE.

Class Fees:  Class fees are due at the time of enrollment.  There are 4 ways to pay....  in store by cash, check or by Paypal if you can't make it in to pay in person.  Credit card payments for Lisa's classes can be made when she is present.  

Class Kits:  You are required to bring a basic class kit to each class you take.  We now have a basic kit list available for you to laminate to keep with your basic kit.

That's it for now!  Hope to see you in class soon!

Dina Wakley Workshops

DINA WAKLEY

WORKSHOP

JAN 26 - 28, 2017

I am so excited to have Dina Wakley return to teach.  That's Dina above in her natural element....  her studio and yes, she is just that joyful.  I enjoy her relaxed style of teaching.  She is generous and so knowledgeable about art. Take one or take all the classes.  You will learn so much and she will have you creating art you never thought you could create.  Dina will bring almost all of the art supplies you will be using.  Supplies you will need to bring are listed with each class.

A HANDMADE BOARD JOURNAL

Thursday, Jan 26

5:30 pm to 8:30 pm

$75

Join Dina for a class that goes back to her mixed media roots: book making. We will make a handmade board journal that is rich with layers and textures. We'll stamp and write and create a piece of book art that tells a unique story from page to page.  Lots of mixed media fun and expression will go into every page. Techniques, texture, this book has it all. 

Please bring:  Ranger craft sheet, palette paper, assortment of paint brushes (Dina Wakely brushes recommended) and a small notebook and pen for note taking.   Dina will supply all art supplies needed and MHF will supply additional supplies for each table to share.

THROUGH THICK AND THIN: 

Exploring the Versatility of Acrylic Paint

Friday, Jan 27

10 am to 1 pm

$75

Acrylic paint is one of the most versatile mediums you can use.  Come to this painting class where you will learn how to use acrylic paint both thick (impasto) and thin (watercolor).  The goal is to learn techniques, experiment, play and make finished journal pages.  We'll be working in journals, but the techniques apply to all mixed-media projects (canvases, book-making, etc.) We'll make printed papers and then incorporate them into lovely journal compositions.

Please bring:  Ranger craft sheet, palette paper, assortment of paint brushes (Dina Wakley recommended),  your art journal and a small notebook and pen for making notes.  Dina will provide all art supplies needed and MHF will supply additional supplies for each table to share.

FINDING JOY IN ABSTRACTION

Friday, Jan 27

2:30 pm to 5:30 pm

$80

Join Dina for an exploration in abstract painting.  Abstract painting might seem random, but it is based in composition and color theory.  The skills you learn will be useful whether you later use them for backgrounds or as stand-alone abstract pieces.  We will work on boards to create interesting foundations and looks with our acrylic paints and other mixed media supplies.  After we've practiced, we'll create a canvas.  The end result will be gorgeous multi-layered paintings.  Bring your journal, too, for practicing and taking notes.  We will have lots of messy, artistic fun!

Please bring: Ranger craft sheet, assortment of paint brushes (Dina Wakley recommended), palette paper, a tub of white gesso (Dina Wakley recommended), your art journal and a small notebook and pen for note taking. Dina will supply all other art supplies needed and MHF will supply additional supplies for each table to share.

WORKING IN A SERIES:

Playing With Images and Concepts

Saturday, Jan 28

10 am to 5 pm (includes a lunch break)

$135

Most great artists take one idea - a color, a concept, an image - and use it many ways in their work.  This repetition of ideas and images is artistically valuable. It creates work that has depth and interest, and helps you grow as an artist. Come to this class and we will choose our symbols and ideas, and then we'll work in a series to create interesting artworks.  We will make six expressive and playful small works on canvas boards.  The pieces will look great on their own but will even more powerful together. 

Please bring:  Ranger craft sheet, palette paper, assortment of brushes (Dina Wakley recommended), your art journal and a small notebook and pen for note-taking.  Dina will provide all other art supplies needed and MHF will supply additional supplies for each table to share.

ENROLLMENT:  Enrollment is now open!  You may enroll by email (maura@myheartsfancyok.com), phone or in person at the store.  Class size is limited so be sure to enroll early.

CLASS FEES:  Four ways to pay!  Cash, Check, Credit Card or Paypal.  Class fees are due at the time of enrollment.  Please let me know which way you want to pay when you enroll.

You are going to love these classes.  I am very excited about them and hope to see you in one or all of them!