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Saturday, February 29, 2020

Cold Wax Medium & Oil

Cold Wax Medium & Oil

Cold Wax Medium & Oil


Interested in oil painting but don’t want to wait so long for the paint to dry? You may be interested in using cold wax and oils as a medium. Find out more in this comprehensive workshop with the guidance of a renowned instructor. Experiment or make samples, using your artistic expression! Explore a gamut of techniques and materials used to work in this exciting and versatile medium. Complete a finished piece or if you have any old paintings you don’t like, this workshop will teach you how to embellish, salvage, or cover them.


Meets: (2) days Saturday & Sunday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
(1-hour lunch break will be scheduled each day)
Dates: Feb. 29 & Mar. 1 in 2020
Location: Private Studio in Tucson, Arizona 85719, (Directions will be emailed by the instructor prior to the first day of class)

Instructor: Sherrie Posternak
Format: Demonstration, lecture, & one-on-one instruction provided during hands-on practice.
Level: Beginner to intermediate 

Medium: Cold Wax Medium & Oil

Technique: Specific to using cold wax and oils
Materials: No materials are needed, includes the use of studio equipment, tools, & all consumable materials. Bring notepaper, pen or pencil. Several images of your favorite artist's work, an image of any of your own favorite artwork (to share your artistic sensibility). Please wear closed-toed shoes and an apron, while working in the studio.



Participant's Work & Demo

Sunday, February 2, 2020

Art Journaling & Mixed Media: Reflections, Hindsight is 2020

Art Journaling & Mixed Media: Reflections, Hindsight is 2020

Art Journaling & Mixed Media: Reflections, Hindsight is 2020


If you love making art, learn through creative play. Practice new techniques, simply enjoy the creative process or the act of creating something. Art journals are visual diaries used to explore ideas, express thoughts, or practice with a focus on self-expression. Create pages with expert guidance for a one-of-a-kind bound book that will capture your reflections or thoughts on what’s to come in the new year! Use a variety of mixed media techniques to create layers, including collage papers, ephemera, stencil, text, words, paint, or other bits and pieces of treasure. Don't miss this opportunity to express yourself in your own style!


Art Journal by Michele Vaughan

Meets: (3) Saturday Mornings 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Dates: Feb. 2 & 9 in 2020
Location: TPS Art Center (2447 N. Los Altos, Tucson, Arizona 85705)

Instructor: Michele Vaughan
Format: Demonstration, lecture, & one-on-one instruction provided during hands-on practice.
Level: Absolute Beginner to Beginner, all levels are welcome!

Medium: Mixed Media, most all mediums are welcome, demonstrations will be performed in mixed media.
Technique: Specific to Art Journaling
Materials: All materials will be provided. Bring a sketchbook, notebook, or something to take notes on.