Pet Portraits in Collage with Li Newton

Service Description

Goals: -Have fun. -Learn basic analog (cut by hand) paper collage techniques. -Learn how to transfer a photo onto a surface. -Basic cutting and gluing, building layers to create depth. -Complete a finished portrait of your favorite fur or feathered friend. Materials: -Practice boards and panels will be provided. -I will also provide a wide selection of papers and gel medium, some scissors, paper towels. You will bring: -Several good 8” X 10” head to shoulder photo’s of your pet, 2 copies of each picture. -Complete photo if other than dog, cat, pig or bunny. (Birds, snakes, etc.) -Small, sharp scissors for delicate cuts. Exacto if you like. -Pencil. -Vinyl gloves if you want to keep your fingers clean. -Bring extra colorful papers, magazines, etc that have a variety of colors and textures. -Don’t forget to bring lunch and beverage. This can be a serious portrait or something whimsical and silly. If you think you “can’t draw”, I’ll teach you a way to “cheat” to get the image down. Everyone can do this! Don’t be intimidated. It’s all about learning, experimenting, and having fun together. Registration fee: $125 (includes materials) * When your friend/family register and attend a class with you, you will get a $10 gift certificate to Trackside Studios at the time of the class.

Contact Details

• 375 Depot St, Asheville, NC, USA