“Cameron was patient and generous with her knowledge. She was encouraging, fun and supportive. I wish the class was longer . . .” –Student, Pratt Fine Arts Center

“Fabulous–lots of fun!” –Student, Pratt Fine Arts Center

Breaking the Rules: Exploration of the Screen

Pratt Fine Arts Center
Friday-Sunday, 10am-6pm, 2/10-12/2012

Breakdown printing, a process of allowing dye to dry on the silk screen, will be our starting point in this workshop. Using the silk screen as an improvisatory tool, we will explore positive and negative marks on fabric. Starting with basic concepts, advanced techniques to create imagery and texture will be presented and developed.  This workshop will emphasize process and experimentation, learning control of technique while celebrating the happy accident.
Prerequisite: none
For more information about registration go to pratt.org or call (206) 328-1260

Soy Wax Resist

Made Sewing Studio
Sunday, 10am-4pm, 3/11/2012

In this one day workshop you will work with fiber reactive dyes and soy wax to create rich color and pattern on fabric. We will cover basic dye chemistry, color mixing, and simple tools you can find at the hardware store. You will bring your own white, natural fiber fabric and leave with uniquely colored and patterned art cloth.

To register or for more information go to www.madesewing.com or call 206 552-9632.

New Venue!

Beyond the Surface: Sculptural Explorations with Soft Materials

2012 SDA/SAQA Conference
Identity: Context and Reflection
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Monday-Wednesday, 4/2-4/2012

Move beyond the surface into three dimensions. Inspiration, drawing, patterning, construction, and stitch as both structural and decorative element will be explored. An excellent workshop for surface designers and art quilters who want to break out of the two-dimensional plane. Students will learn to see form in a new way. Exploration and experimentation will be emphasized and participants will leave with a solid skill set for creating in three dimensions. Sewing machines will be required for the workshop.
Registration for the SDA Conference and Workshops at www.surfacedesign.org.

Beyond the Surface: Sculptural Explorations with Soft Materials

Pratt Fine Arts Center
Friday-Sunday, 10am-6pm, 5/4-6/2012

Move beyond the surface into three dimensions using materials you can find at the fabric store. Inspiration, drawing, patterning, construction, and stitch as both structural and decorative element will be explored. Exploration and experimentation will be emphasized and participants will leave with a solid skill set for creating in three dimensions. Sewing machines will be required for the workshop.
Prerequisite: none
For more information about registration go to pratt.org or call (206) 328-1260