Paper Quilling a Saguaro
Erin Newman
Erin Newman, SaddleBrooke Ranch resident and Southern Arizona Artist Guild artist, will once again be offering her expertise with another paper quilling class. This class will be focused on a saguaro. This class is open to those who have knowledge of paper quilling due to the amount of time it will take to finish the piece. Students will learn how to roll paper strips and shape them to create different shapes, which will then be transformed into a saguaro art piece.
Date for Class: Thursday, May 16
Time: 9:30 a.m. to noon
Class Fee: $50
Class Size: Minimum: 5, Maximum: 15
Payment Deadline Date: Friday, May 10
All materials will be provided with the exceptions listed below.
Materials Participants to Bring: Students should bring fine-tipped tweezers; fine-tipped scissors, small microfiber-type cloth (to remove glue from fingers/project); reading glasses (if needed for close-up work), and water (hydration). Also, if you have your own quilling tools/supplies, feel free to bring those.
Registration is through GroupWorks. You must be an Art Club member to take the class.
Registration: Go to GroupWorks. Click on “Events.” Click on “I’m Going.” Confirmation is depositing your check in the lockbox outside the Art Room door (remember there are two lockboxes now, be sure to use the one you’ve always used) within five days of your “I’m Going” registration. Please do not click “I’m Going” unless you intend to take the class.
New Class: Mixed Media Collage Class on May 16
Cathy Ratliff
Cathy Ratliff, SaddleBrooke Ranch resident, has been fortunate to take classes from many well-known mixed media artists and has incorporated their many lessons in her own work. She enjoys doing classes and is a self-described technique junkie. She has been a guest artist on several websites and blogs. Cathy will be teaching a technique-filled mixed media 6” x 6” collage for the members of the SaddleBrooke (SBR) Art Club on Thursday, May 16 from 1 to 4 p.m.
Class Description: This class is a good foundation class to understand the mixed media process and learn several techniques. You will create and complete your own unique 6” x 6” mixed media collage piece. The class sample is displayed in the Art Room display case. Please note, each attendee will have the same/similar materials, and due to the nature of collage, your creation may vary, to match your creative process. You will complete your own artistic piece utilizing the same materials provided by Cathy.
Date for Class: Thursday, May 16
Time: 1 to 4 p.m.
Class Fee: $45. Please deposit your check made out to SBR Art Club within five days of registering.
Class Size: Minimum: 3, Maximum: 5. Due to the limited number of students, please sign up quickly and pay immediately to secure your spot in the class.
Registration Deadline Date: Thursday, May 9
Materials the Instructor Will Provide: Cathy will provide everything you need to make your mixed media college.
Materials Participants to Bring: Everything is provided to create your own personal mixed media collage.
Registration: Go to GroupWorks. Click on Events. Click on “I’m Going.” Confirmation is depositing your check in the lockbox outside the Art Room door. Please deposit your check within five days of registering. Otherwise, you will not be considered registered. Classes fill up quickly, so your check is confirmation. Please do not click “I’m Going” unless you intend to take the class.
Reminder: All participants are to be a member of the SBR Art Club. If you want to join the SBR Art Club, the membership application form is located right outside the Art Room door. If you have difficulty, contact Dale Farland at [email protected]. SBR Art Club membership in 2024 is only $25.
Photo of iris paper folding by the instructor, Erin Newman
Photo of iris paper folding by the instructor, Erin Newman
Iris Paper Folding—A New Art Class on May 22!
Erin Newman
Join us for another adventure with resident instructor, Erin Newman. She will teach you the art of iris paper folding. You may have seen the cards she makes in the recent SBR ARTwalk or at the SAAG Gallery at La Encantada. In this class, you will learn the art of paper folding and make a frame-able design all by using origami paper and floral foil.
Iris paper folding is a technique that involves folding strips of textured and/or colored paper and floral foil in such a way to form a design. The center of the design forms an iris—a shape reminiscent of the iris diaphragm of a camera lens.
No experience is necessary, it’s easy to learn and the designs are fascinating.
Date for Class: Wednesday, May 22
Time: 1-3:30 p.m.
Class Fee: $45
Class Size: Minimum: 5, Maximum: 12
Registration Deadline Date: Friday, May 17
Materials Participants to Bring: If you have a bone folder, please bring with you. Also, bring a (newer) roll of scotch tape (with tear off capabilities)—we will be using lots of tape.
Registration: Art Club members can register by going to the Art Club in GroupWorks. If you’d like to join the Art Club, please use the email below to get started!
For questions regarding this class (registration, fees, or other), please contact Erin Newman at [email protected].
Photo provided by the instructor, Val Barsevich
Zentangle Dingbatz Class May 29
Erin Newman
Join us for another adventure with Zentangle with Val Barsevich, a Certified Zentangle Teacher.
The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. It increases focus and creativity and provides artistic satisfaction along with an increased sense of personal well-being.
In this class, we will create Dingbatz made with a variety of tangle patterns and techniques on Zentangle tiles that will be suitable for framing and incorporating into other craft projects when complete.
It’s going to be an afternoon of fun and relaxation as well as full of creativity. Anyone can do Zentangle—any age, any skill level, any past artistic experience or success!
Date for Class: Wednesday, May 29
Time: 1 to 3:30 p.m.
Class Fee: $45
Class Size: Minimum: 5, Maximum: 15
Registration Deadline Date: Wednesday, May 22
Materials Participants to Bring: If you have taken other Zentangle classes, bring your supplies. Also, bring colored pencils and a sketch book or sheets of paper (computer copy paper is fine) to record notes and to practice tangles. Val will supply beginner materials for new students. Please indicate if you are a new Zentangle student on your check when submitting.
Registration is through GroupWorks and the Art Club. You must be an Art Club member to attend. Want to join? Email [email protected].
For questions regarding this class (registration, fees, or other), please contact Erin Newman at [email protected].