Fiber Art House
Monday 9-4pm
Even if this house falls on you, it won’t hurt! Design and build a three-dimensional house, using mixed media, surface design, collage and altered art techniques. Starting with a base of sturdy interfacing, your house can create a literal interpretation of "home" and your memories of it. Or, you could take a more allegorical approach and use the inside/outside aspect of the construction as a chance to explore: a vision of what a home can be; an interpretation of self; a memory, fantasy, dream or imaginary home; hidden/revealed thoughts using symbolism and personal imagery; a specific room like a studio, kitchen, garden room or library; a journal or story house; a tribute to an artist or writer; a chronology of family; or a house as a character in a story. Techniques such as threadwork, painting, embellishing, collage and the use of found objects will be covered. A great workshop for the advanced beginner.
* Kit Fee: $15 per student - includes interfacing for house base, fabrics, art papers and ephemera
* Supplies Provided by Teacher: acrylic paint, small containers for water, embroidery floss, fabric, art papers and ephemera, trims and embellishments, beads, pinking shears, stamps, stamp pads, a couple of sets of rotary cutters, mats and rulers for student use. Irons and ironing boards.
* Supply List: pencil and small sketchpad or paper, scissors, two or three 1” foam brushes, a small flat paintbrush, hand sewing kit or sewing machine with a variety of thread. A darning foot and a walking foot are extremely helpful to have for your machine. A painter’s apron or smock is also useful to keep your clothes clean. Optional but helpful: a rotary cutter, mat and ruler(s).
* Website/blog info: http://www.janedavila.com & http://janedavila.blogspot.com
* Email: info@janedavila.com
