Give encaustic painting a whirl in this afternoon introduction. In this encaustic taster you'll learn how to mix and apply encaustic paint. You'll learn how to safely use the blow torch as a fusing tool. You have some time to try using carving tools to dig down and create dimension to your work. All materials...
Get ready to show your love! Kiddos (and everyone else) are invited to come make Valentine's Day cards. This is an ongoing make & take  from 10:30am - 3:30pm. No need to book a time. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Materials for two cards are provided for $5+HST. The craft will take...
Are you having trouble picking up the habit of painting or drawing? Is it difficult to set aside time to create? Whether you paint, draw, take photos, bake, garden or anything creative, this program is for you! By having others expecting updates from you, you will restart the habit of incorporating creativity into your life....
Give encaustic painting a whirl in this afternoon introduction. In this encaustic taster you'll learn how to mix and apply encaustic paint. You'll learn how to safely use the blow torch as a fusing tool. You have some time to try using carving tools to dig down and create dimension to your work. All materials...
Join guest instructor, Jo Mooney, in this six week workshop exploring art journaling with a self-care focus. Learn how to organize your thoughts and translate them onto your journal page using different media and creative techniques. You provide your own blank journal to work in. Other supplies are included but you may bring a small...
You will create your own narrative-based, mixed media painting. Different materials and imagery are used to create a story, fictional or real, about your central characters. You are encouraged to bring your own ephemera that relate to the person or the story you want to create. You will have access to a large supply of...
You will have the opportunity to explore creating in a fun and supportive environment. You will learn to incorporate a variety of media including: collage, paint, and dry media to create a one-of-a-kind art piece. If you have them please bring a pencil and/or ink line drawing that you would like incorporated into the final...
Join us Thursday afternoons from 1:00-2:30pm for mixed media fun! This program follows an open studio format. Each week, the first 15 minutes will be devoted to a short demo featuring a different mixed media technique. Mixed Media Afternoons run for 6 consecutive Thursdays starting March 23rd All basic supplies are included except for substrates....
In this two-day workshop you will explore many different ways to incorporate encaustic with photography. You will learn how to: mount your photos to a panel collage with wax tint the image using PanPastels distress the image using Pigment Sticks use paper as the substrate What you need before the workshop: email upwardsartstudio@gmail.com at least...
Give encaustic painting a whirl in this afternoon introduction. In this encaustic taster you'll learn how to mix and apply encaustic paint. You'll learn how to safely use the blow torch as a fusing tool. You have some time to try using carving tools to dig down and create dimension to your work. All materials...