We will be using a gourd as the armature (the structure that is molded with fiber clay) to create a whimsical bird. All materials will be supplied. Darlene will instruct, guide, and encourage you throughout the process of molding and decorating your bird. She will share texturing and finishing tips. This is a two day class as it takes eight hours or more for the clay to dry. Day one will consist of putting the bird together, creating texture, adding wings and feet legs whatever your imagination wishes. Day two will consist of sealing with several different materials. Then painting, adding eyes feathers, whatever you wish to bring your bird to life.
March 7 & 8. 2024
10:00am – 3:30pm
$210
Please Register Below
BENEFITS:
You will experience creating an armature using a Gourd. You will learn how to use fiber Clay.
You will also learn texturing and finishing techniques.
FORMAT:
In-Person – Classroom
INSTRUCTION METHOD:
Hands-On
AGES:
Adults 18+
EXPERIENCE LEVEL:
Novice
Intermediate
PREREQUISITES:
None
MATERIALS PROVIDED BY INSTRUCTOR:
All materials needed to complete your art piece.
WHAT TO BRING:
Wear old clothes or bring an apron. Also snack or lunch and something to drink.
REGISTRATION / RSVP REQUIRED?
Yes
FEE REQUIRED?
Yes $210
Holland Center Cancellation Policy: Cancellations 14 or more days prior to the first day of class will be refunded, minus a $10 processing fee. Cancellations less than 14 days are non-refundable.
FEE INCLUDES:
All materials students bring nothing but their imagination.
INSTRUCTOR NAME:
Dar Saucedo
INSTRUCTOR BIO:
Darlene Saucedo is an award winning master gourd artist. She’s lived in the Southwest United States for over 35 years, and has enjoyed experimenting with a wide range of desert materials in her workshop. From gourds to desert clay, she creates ways to turn these natural materials into beautiful and even whimsical canvases. Darlene is a member of the Sonoran Art League, AZGS/Arizona Gourd Society, AGS/American Gourd Society, West Brook Fine Arts, Arizona Art Alliance Gallery, and the Gourd Gypsies Patch.
WEB SITE:
http://www.gourdgeousbydesign.com
