Workshops
Here is a sampling of workshops that are currently available.
If you would like to host a private or public workshop in your area, please contact Lelainia by email and to discuss the details.
Upcoming Events
A Book to Call Your Own: Pocket Journals Private workshop series for Jericho Kids Club.
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Laying It On Thick Private workshop for Banting Middle School.
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Through The Looking Glass |
Tattered Edge Trunk Show & Hands-On Journal Class Private workshop for School District 42 & 43 teachers. |
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Class Descriptions
*Altered Books From A-Z Have you been interested in Altered Books but have no idea where to start? By the time this series is finished, Students will have compiled their very first altered book! We will be covering techniques from every letter of the alphabet, as well as learning how to choose a book appropriate for altering, where to find inexpensive materials to use in your altering, internet resources and so much more! *This class is run as a six part series.
Altered Books Condensed This class is also geared towards those new to altering. A fast paced class that covers all the basics of Altered Books A-Z condensed into a one day class. Students will leave the class having completed their very first altered book and have the skills and confidence necessary to attempt projects on their own.
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Altered Books: Come Again In this class we will focus on some fun background techniques for our pages including mono printing and faux crackle. We will also learn to make and add some interesting elements to our books using pop ups, silhouette cuts, hand tinting and a variety of paper embellishments. Lelainia has also developed a really cool faux polished metal technique which we will be using on the cover. While this class builds on the skills you learn in Lelainia's first altered book class, Altered Books: Come Again has been designed as a stand alone class so everyone is welcome to sign up.
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The Art of Trading: ATC's Have you heard about Artist Trading Cards? These mini works of art, measuring just 2 1/2 x 3 1/2 inches are fun to make and trade. ATCs can be made from a variety of materials but in this class we will cover paper collage techniques, embellishments, swap etiquette and more. The focus of this class is to introduce you to ATCs and teach you the basics so you can jump right in and explore your own creativity. You will learn helpful tips and techniques for creating cards you will be proud to own and trade and there will be plenty of eye candy to inspire you!
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A Book to Call Your Own Do you have a special trip in mind and want somewhere to record all the good times you'll have, not only in writing, but also with a collection of memorabilia gleaned from your travels? Lelainia went to Artfest ( a four day artist's retreat) and decided to design her own special book to do just that. She shared this wonderful creation with a number of friends and it was so well received she decided to offer it for a class so you too can share in the fun! Come spend the class making your very own funky coil bound book complete with inclusions: tags, envelopes, pockets, rubber stamping and a collaged cover for good measure!
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Tattered Edge Trunk Show & Hands-On Journal Workshop In part one of this workshop, come learn about the wonderful world of mixed media art through this interactive trunk show. Lelainia will share a wide variety of her personal art, including Artist Trading cards, Altered Books, mixed media jewellery, assemblage, collage and much more! In part two, you will make their very own funky coil bound mini journals from partially recycled materials and inclusions such as tags and envelopes! Learn some fast and fun techniques to "art up" your journal and how to journal on the go!
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A Charmed Life The hottest trend in mixed media right now is handmade charms and bracelets. In this class we will be creating a variety of beautiful charms and Lelainia's signature button bracelet from simple materials. (No scary tools involved!) You may also use the techniques learned in this class to create one-of-a-kind charm embellishments for your art work.
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Fast & Fun Postal Pendants Come and have some creative fun! Using a small selection of materials and a faux polished metal technique, create a selection of wonderful pendants for yourself. Or, if pendants aren't your thing, you can always add a length of ribbon and your pieces instantly become little ornaments. You will be amazed how much fun this technique is and how quickly you can create a variety of interchangeable necklaces. |
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Introduction to Collage If you have wanted to try collage but felt intimidated, then this is the class for you! Fear no more! In this class, come and learn the basics of working with imagery, colour, scale, creating a layout and more. You will have the chance to work on your own unique piece of art, ask questions and get some guidance so that you can adapt your new found skills to your own art projects.
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Laying It On Thick In this techniques based class, we will be exploring how to get the wonderful layered look in your artwork. Working with a variety of inexpensive paints, gesso, ephemera, copies of vintage photos and water soluble oil pastels, you'll have fun playing while learning how to lay it on thick! This class is a logical "next step" for those who took "An Introduction to Collage", however it's a stand alone class so everyone is welcome. Be prepared to roll up your sleeves and have fun!
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Through the Looking Glass Alice never had a mirror that looked like this!! In a few short hours, transform a plain, every day mirror into a unique work of art using a small collection of materials and your imagination. These mirrors are perfect for gift giving and so much fun to alter you won't want to stop at just one! |
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