Tuesday, April 28, 2015

Some workshops we'll be offering

“The Wonderful World of Mediums”
This in one of the workshops that will cover the exciting mediums of Acrylic’s, Pastels and Watercolours, It will explore the many different and exciting ways that each medium can be used to create a wide variety of very different artworks.  Students will be able to practice the various medium and its different applications for special effects during the workshop.  Basic knowledge of mediums and their application will help students to get the best results from their artistic creations.

With Judith Baker




 “Getting to know your tools


“The second workshops will introduce students to the many tools that are used in producing artworks in Acrylics, Pastels and Watercolour.  A labourer may be prone to blaming his tools for shoddy workmanship, but the artist loves using the best quality tool for the job.  This workshop covers the use of brushes, palette knives, Palettes, mixed media odds and ends, innovative techniques using Cling Wrap, Sponges, twigs and more.  Students get to put into practise the tools they have seen during the workshop.

With Judith Baker


Introduction to the Pottery Studio 




Owner and operator of Turning Earth Studio, Cynthia took out second prize in the 2014 Ipswich QT Art Awards. Cynthia offers craft parties, workshops, classes and many holiday activities in local shopping centres and has recently opened Ipswich Pottery .


Introduces you to the pottery world in her home studio, Turning Earth Ceramic; 5 Glasslow St Brassel. This is a four week course limited to three students, where Cynthia will show you the tools of the trade, different types of clay, and guide you through the process of making different types of creatures. There is a limit of three students per class.  Studio is wheelchair accessible.  Limit nos. Means these workshops are only open to artists with physical disabilities and bookings are essential. 
Classes run from 17th July to 28th August on Alterative Fridays.

Cynthia re-joins us later in the program for Introduction to sculpture. Be guided by Cynthia as to build your own sculptures.  Pieces can be fired in time for our exhibition opening on 23rd November.  

With Cynthia Manettia 

Introduction to the world of Printmaking –

In five weeks Silvia promises to open up the world of printmaking to the beginner, using printmaking techniques not requiring a printing press, while students may enjoy exploring the world of printmaking with Silvia over five weeks most of her workshops can be stand alone. Perhaps you’re already enjoying printmaking and just want to brush up your skills in one of the workshops Silvia is offering to ArtISability Participants in 2015. Monoprinting, screen printing, and book making.  Silvia’s series of workshops commence on Friday 17th July for five alterative Fridays)

Please note Silvia’s workshops run for 3 hours. (1 pm to 4pm)

With Silvia Herranza 

Abstract Process


OmiLee is a Brisbane based contemporary artist, who gravitates towards abstraction and minimalist styles in her artworks that concentrate on bold colous and textures. Five years into her career and she has participated in two solo and fifteen group gallery exhibitions, as well as having displays in restaurant and retail venues, and attending artists markets through the year. She runs monthly workshops to teach others what she knows in a fun, social environment.
Her workshops allow participants with any level or lack of artistic experience to explore their creative side through abstract, minimalist and expressive techniques, through guidance and demonstration while producing a personalised artwork in their own style. They learn basic technical skills like choosing a colour palette, drafting a simple composition plan and how to use the tools of the trade, while breaking down a reference photo or creative vision into shapes, patterns and brush strokes.

With Omi Lee

Crouse 1 commences on July 31st and a second course on 8th October.


The Art of Mastering Still Life

With Linda Marine


Linda promises to take you from a blank page, through the process of rough sketches, transferring your images on to the paper, and bring you work to life through a variety of mediums, such as pastels, watercolour and acrylic paints. These workshops are best suited for emerging artists, who are familiar with the principles of perspective, composition and light ‘n’ shade.  This is a series of five workshops commencing on Friday 3rd July.

With Linda Marine





Fun with Mixed Media



Since her graduation from Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw, Poland, Dorota's broad artistic experience involves painting, drawing, graphic design and mixed media. In past years she's practiced teaching a variety of techniques from all these areas to young children, college students and mature artists alike with equal success. In her own work she combines these techniques in what she's most passionate about: children's book illustration. One of her dreams is to illustrate her own stories.

In Dorota’s workshops you will experience the freedom that comes, from not being tied to any particular media.  So come and explore a world of mediums, textures’ and combine them with you own imagination. Dorota’s workshops commence on the 11th September.

With Dorota Lagida-Ostling 


Screen Printing
With Rebecca Lewis

Fresh from designing clothing from Project Ipswich – Animated Spaces, Bec joins us for the final stages of our Community Connections Workshop Program.

If you’d like to continue on with you printmaking experience, jump from the printed page to creating your own designs of materials. Bec loves to create clothing from up-cycled materials or using her printmaking skills to design her own Fabrics. Bec promises a fun time of creativity for beginner to intermediate screen printers.

With Rebecca Lewis 


All participants and tutors are invited to
Showcase their artwork at our
Connections Art Exhibition

Bookings are essential
Office Telephone: (07) 3281 3218
Please advise if Transport and/or Support is needed at
Time of bookings.



          
  




Friday, April 10, 2015

Information on our upcoming Community Connections Program Commencing 3 rd July



Come and Create with . . . 

Ipswich artist / author Judith Baker 

will be holding several classes, starting on the 3rd of July as part of the “Community Connections” Program run by ArtIsability Program. Judith has been part of Ipswich arts for over 20 years. Judith has worked in all mediums in her artistic journey, and has been part of the Ipswich art scene for around 20 years.

For more information on Judy's workshops or her work you can contact in any of the following ways. 

Facebook….”Brushstrokes by Judy Baker”
Email…judybakerartist@hotmail.com Phone. 54645459



The Wonderful World of Mediums”

This in one of the workshops that will cover the exciting mediums of Acrylic’s, Pastels and Watercolours” It will explore the many different and exciting ways that each medium can be used to create a wide variety of very different artworks.  Students will be able to practice the various medium and its different applications for special effects during the workshop.  Basic knowledge of mediums and their application will help students to get the best results from their artistic creations.


Getting to know your tools

“The second workshops will introduce students to the many tools that are used in producing artworks in Acrylics, Pastels and Watercolour.  A labourer may be prone to blaming his tools for shoddy workmanship, but the artist loves using the best quality tool for the job.  This workshop covers the use of brushes, palette knives, Palettes, mixed media odds and ends, innovative techniques using Cling Wrap, Sponges, twigs and more. Students get to put into practise the tools they have seen during the workshop.


"Look forward to seeing enthusiasm and inspiration packed into your bag when you come along and join us in these seriously fun workshops."  Judy 




Workshops Costs $20 for artists with disabilities 
and $25 for others.



This includes all tools, materials and transport for artists with mobility impairments.


These workshops are funded through 
the Regional Development Partnership Program
With Ipswich City Council
Arts Queensland
ALARA Queensland
Community Disability Awareness
and ArtISability

Phone during office hours for more information.

on (07) 3281 3218

  


BYO an apron, some wipes and lunch to all workshops