This Saturday, the St. Tammany Art Association presents a workshop on the ancient technique of Ukrainian Pysanky–the original art of Easter Egg decorating. This ancient craft uses a wax-resist and dye process akin to batik to transform real eggs into beautiful, symbolic works of art. Artist Jane Hill guides participants in the history and techniques of this venerable craft, and in the design and completion of their very own ‘pysanka.’ A wonderful way to welcome spring and Easter, the workshop for this meditative and contemplative art form is 1-4 pm on Saturday, March 2nd and is open to adults and mature teens. At just $25, registration is required. All materials provided, but bring an apron or smock to protect clothing from dyes.
“Memories in a Tin” 1 Day Workshop with Metalsmith Becky Burt
Create a one-of-a-kind memento from an Altoids container and found objects. Bring in at least 10 small items to use in the project–5 for your project and 5 to swap with others–such as magazine pages, photos, shells, sticks, buttons, pottery shards, thimbles, feathers, costume jewelry, stones, lace… the possibilities and combinations are endless! You’ll learn techniques and attaching methods such as rivet, tab and wire, and all basic supplies will be provided, including Altoids tins and metal working tools (hammers, saws, pinbacks, glue, wire, etc.). You should also bring other preferred metal tools, tin snips, etc., along with writing materials and scissors. The workshop is Saturday March 2nd 10 am to noon and 1 – 5 pm. Admission is $85 + $10 materials.
Weekend Painting Workshop with Alan Flattman
Flattmann will discuss challenges of working from photos and painting on location. He will demonstrate how he creates bold pastel paintings and oil demos will cover both brush & palette knife painting. Watercolor demos will include sketching on tinted papers. Emphasis will be on ways to improve drawing and compositional skills as well as completing paintings more quickly. These workshops will be March 1 – 3 and 15 – 17 from 9 am – 4 pm.
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