Joanne Sharpe

JOANNE SHARPE

RETURNS!

June 12 & 13

Our good friend, Joanne Sharpe is coming back to teach 3 NEW classes.  That's right!  NEW classes.  Joanne recently taught these 3 new classes for the first time at Whim-so-doodle in St. Pete, FL to a sell out crowd.  I know there is a class here for you and if you are excited enough to take all three, there is an Earlybird discount of $15 when you sign up and pay by May 21st!  Without further ado, here is what Joanne will teach.....  Sample Boards ARE on display in the store.

ARTFUL ALPHABET SOUP

FRIDAY, JUNE 12

9 AM TO 1 PM

$70

Grow your lettering skills with this drawing and coloring workshop creating new, fun and funky hand drawn and painted letter forms and alphabets.  Joanne will teach you new methods, tips and techniques to design a full alphabet in class.  Take home sample handouts, knowledge and process ideas to inspire hundreds more!  We'll explore FIFTY alphabets and coloring techniques to create a finished inspirational art piece illustrating your favorite quote or verse.  Bring 2-3 of your favorite quotes to choose from for the project.  No drawing expertise required.  Joanne will give you the magic powers!

supplies needed:  Composition book (grid or ruled), glue stick, pencil, eraser, black permanent fine tip pens (Micron, Zig, or Pitt), colored pencils, waterbrush, watercolor pan sets, 4-5 acrylic paints in your favorite colors, white acrylic paint, 2-3 Dylusions paint, 9x12 Strathmore Bristol paper pad, round watercolor paintbrush (#2, 3 or 4).

SKETCH, PAINT AND DOODLE STITCH

FRIDAY, JUNE 12

3 PM TO 7 PM

$70

Create your very own "sketchbook" masterpiece on fabric with colorful paints, dyes and doodle stitching with fibers.  Let loose making realistic, abstract or whimsical drawings of nature, landscapes and organic shapes with paint and dye on fabric.  The simple drawings of your own designs will be embellished with 6 basic embroidery stitches that add texture and dimension to this mixed media art piece.  Get into the "zen of threads" learning about the variety of decorative embroidery fibers while making a really special piece of art that combines several techniques.  Enjoy the stitching bliss in this totally relaxing art experience.  The finished piece can be transformed into a wall art piece, or sewn into a bag or pillow as a gorgeous focal image.  Joanne will have you in stitches in the art zone!

supplies needed:  Muslin fabric (1/2 yd prewashed natural color), assorted chenille needles set, 10-12 small skeins of DMC #8 or #5 perle cotton in your favorite colors, watercolor paint set and waterbrush, Dye-Na-Flow paints by Jacquard in magenta, turquoise and yellow, #8 round watercolor brush, 5" wood or plastic embroidery hoop for stitching, small embroidery scissors.  Instructor will provide some additional sample threads for student use.

POCKETS FULL OF POSIES AND PAINTINGS

SATURDAY, JUNE 13

9 AM TO 1 PM

$70

Make mini art illustrations of your most inspiring quotes, words or scripture verses to tuck inside the pockets and compartments of your Project Life style pages.  Learn simple paint and collage techniques to create an entire album of little tiny art treasures.  This is the perfect art journaling process that will inspire, encourage and fill your creative appetite when you just have teeny bits of time to make art.  Explore and try "whimsical calligraphy", Joanne's italic calligraphy lettering with a playful twist and casual spin.  You'll leave class with at least 15 colorful art and lettering samples to fill your album pages.

supplies needed: Any size We R Memory Keepers album with 10 vinyl compartment pages (Project Life style), scissors, glue stick, Tombow markers and/or watercolor pan paints, waterbrush, Pilot parallel pen (orange cap - 2.4mm size) with black ink cartridges, several of your assorted tips and sizes of black permanent pens and markers, Signo white gel pen and a Strathmore Visual Journal - 90 lb watercolor (5x8 size).

ENROLLMENT INFORMATION:  Enrollment is NOW OPEN!  You may enroll by email (maura@myheartsfancyok.com), phone (405-509-6788), or visit the store.  Class fees are due at the time of enrollment.  Phone and email enrollments will be billed via Paypal.  EARLYBIRD DISCOUNT:  If you enroll in all 3 classes and pay your class fees by May 21st, you will receive a $15 discount.  

SUPPLIES INFORMATION:  The supplies you need to bring to each class is listed above with the class descriptions.  Most supplies requested are or will be available at My Heart's Fancy.  I am currently trying to source some of the supplies to be "kitted" for the Sketch, Paint & Doodle Stitch class.  If I am able to do so, the price and supplies included in these kits will be available by May 15th.  If you are interested in the kit, please let me know when you enroll so I can get that information to you as soon as it is available.

I know these classes are gonna make your day.  Joanne's creative energy is positively inspiring and you will go home feeling energized.  Join us for this fabulous experience!

Donna Downey Returns

MY HEART'S FANCY

PRESENTS

"METAMORPHOSIS

an in-depth workshop

taught by

DONNA DOWNEY

JANUARY 24 & 25

How many times have you wanted to travel to an artist's studio to take a fabulous 2 day in depth class but had to pass because of the travel expenses?  Here is your chance to take an in depth workshop from one of the mixed-media masters without that burden.  Donna Downey is taking her "metamorphosis" Artbooking class on the road and we are one of the first stores to take advantage of this amazing opportunity.  You will be able to learn many exciting mixed-media techniques while creating this amazing fabric book.

CLASS DESCRIPTION

 “Metamorphosis”
mixed-­‐media fabric ARTbooking workshop

As the title suggests, this workshop is about transformation, the literal transformation of the medias and surfaces as we work in layers, but also the adaptations you as the Artist will bring and incorporate into your own pieces.

Using muslin fabric as your substrate, you will begin building structural layers by adding thin layers of joint compound and wet mediums giving your pages a textural, sculpted feel. In class I will work along with you modeling the processes and demonstrating how bendability and color can play into your overall designs. We will discuss “mark making” and use this skill as a means to incorporate each Artist’s own signature into their work and build upon that style by identifying the theme of your ARTbook using image transfers
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By further understanding glazes and finishes your books transformation from fabric to ART will emerge, and lastly we will finish by binding your completed ARTbooking piece.

This is an "all-inclusive" event.  All supplies will be provided including a light lunch both days for the price of $425. This workshop will be limited to 20 students.  

ENROLLMENT IS NOW OPEN.  Enrollment must be made by email (maura@myheartsfancyok.com)  and will be on a first come first served basis.  If the class fills before you can enroll, I will add you to the wait list in the same first come first served basis.  I will confirm your enrollment within 1 business day (Sundays & Mondays excluded).  Class Fee &  Cancellation policy can be found below.

"Metamorphosis"  is one of Donna's newest classes.  She brings her working knowledge of materials and love of mixed-media to the table so you can experience the fun and excitement of mixed-media in all it's fullness.
 
I am excited to offer this new workshop concept to you.  Whether you are one of my local friends or one of my not-so-distant out-of town friends, this is an incredible opportunity.  Join Donna and me for this memorable journey in mixed-media. 

CLASS FEE POLICY:  Class fees can be made in person by check, credit card, or cash.  If you are unable to pay in person, fees can be billed via Paypal.  Fees must be paid within 2 business days of confirmation of enrollment.  Paypal payments must be made within 2 days of receipt.  Checks will be accepted by mail with prior approval and must be received within 5 days of approval.  Your seat will be given to the first person on the wait list if fees are not received within the allotted time.

CLASS CANCELLATION POLICY:  There will be no refunds available for cancellations.  If for some reason you are unable to attend, you may give or sell your class to a friend (fees to be collected by you).  WAIT LIST EXCEPTION: If we have someone on our wait list who can take your place, we will collect the fees from them and your class fees will be refunded.