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The Parts of Parts of Art workshop






         In this lively workshop we will focus on designing and producing the components of mixed media art jewelry. By the end of the day, guests will be able to take home several pieces of wearable art of their own design. 

Components include but are not limited to handmade textured paper, acrylic paint skins, canvas remnants, polymer clay beads, paper beads, and various painted and textured surfaces. All materials will be provided to guests. Yummy snacks, drinks and lunch are also provided.


Parts of Parts of Art workshop will take place on Saturday, March 3
Schedule for the workshop: 
10 AM       introduction and demonstration of techniques
10:30-12   design and build components
12                lunch
1-3               put all the parts together
3                  toast to our creative energy and wrap up

The workshop will take place in my inspiring and peaceful country studio outside Alexandria Indiana.

To register for the workshop go to the Take Part link on my blog


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