| Cheryl, an experienced artist and instructor, teaches a variety of workshops in her home studio in Arroyo Grande, California, ranging in subject from traditional bookbinding and etching to unique soldered jewelry and altered books. Open to any level enthusiast, these small classes (6 maximum) offer an intimate learning experience and encouraging creative environment. |
| See Class Descriptions Below You can schedule any class with 3 or more students--just email me! I can be flexible to your schedule. |
| ALL MATERIAL FEES TUITION!!! Students bring nothing to class and walk out with finished treasures and the knowledge of how to create more. |
| Students at recent Jewelry Workshop |
| Class fees may be paid using PayPal's secure system with any credit card--you don't need to be a member of PayPal. Click on "add to cart" and you'll be guided through the process. (not set up at the moment) |
Soldered Reliquaries
$100.00 one day workshop or 8 hours
Create small three-dimensional reliquaries (shrines) by building a
box around a paper whimsy that you stamp, paint, collage...whatever!
Using the instructor's supplies of glass, metals for taping and
soldering, found objects, charms, handmade papers, etc., you'll
learn to construct a box of board and glass, cut glass, create a
wonderful momento of a treasured person, event, whatever! You'll
also learn to cut decorative edging with copper tape, solder the box
together, and add charms. In addition to attentive instruction, you
will receive an equipment and supply list and how-to handout.
Instructor: Cheryl
Limit: 6 students
(See cancellation policy further down this page.)
$100.00 one day workshop or 8 hours
Create small three-dimensional reliquaries (shrines) by building a
box around a paper whimsy that you stamp, paint, collage...whatever!
Using the instructor's supplies of glass, metals for taping and
soldering, found objects, charms, handmade papers, etc., you'll
learn to construct a box of board and glass, cut glass, create a
wonderful momento of a treasured person, event, whatever! You'll
also learn to cut decorative edging with copper tape, solder the box
together, and add charms. In addition to attentive instruction, you
will receive an equipment and supply list and how-to handout.
Instructor: Cheryl
Limit: 6 students
(See cancellation policy further down this page.)
Approximately 3"H by 4"W and 1/2" deep
See more reliquaries & how they
mount: "Art for Sale--Small
Shrines/Reliquaries"
See more reliquaries & how they
mount: "Art for Sale--Small
Shrines/Reliquaries"
Traditional Bookbinding
$100.00 -- all materials included
One-day workshop or 8 hours
Learn traditional hard cover bookbinding--just like the Medieval monks
used to do it! Make journals or books for dropping in images, text,
whatever!
Cut, group, and sew pages, create covers with fabric, add decorative
endpapers, and bind your spine. Papers, fabrics, tools... all materials are
supplied, plus a detailed, illustrated 'how-to' handout, with glossary,
bibliography, and where to buy supplies.
$100.00 -- all materials included
One-day workshop or 8 hours
Learn traditional hard cover bookbinding--just like the Medieval monks
used to do it! Make journals or books for dropping in images, text,
whatever!
Cut, group, and sew pages, create covers with fabric, add decorative
endpapers, and bind your spine. Papers, fabrics, tools... all materials are
supplied, plus a detailed, illustrated 'how-to' handout, with glossary,
bibliography, and where to buy supplies.
Soy Candles
$45.00 -- all materials included
half day workshop or 4 hours
Make several candles using eco-friendly soy wax, essential oils, and
dye. Learn about melting temperatures & wick size for container
candles, votives, and beeswax. Thorough handouts provided along
with all materials.
$45.00 -- all materials included
half day workshop or 4 hours
Make several candles using eco-friendly soy wax, essential oils, and
dye. Learn about melting temperatures & wick size for container
candles, votives, and beeswax. Thorough handouts provided along
with all materials.
| Altered Books $75.00 -- all materials included one day workshop or 6 hours |
Calligraphy Basics
$95.00 -- all materials included
three evening workshop or 9 hours
Learn basic calligraphic techniques, such as pen angle, letter
stroke and various scripts, a bit of history on the alphabet.
Ultimately, you'll design a card using decorative initial letters
and watercolors.
$95.00 -- all materials included
three evening workshop or 9 hours
Learn basic calligraphic techniques, such as pen angle, letter
stroke and various scripts, a bit of history on the alphabet.
Ultimately, you'll design a card using decorative initial letters
and watercolors.
Collage and Glass Soldered Jewelry
$95.00 -- all materials included
one-day workshop or 7 hours
Create beautiful double-sided soldered glass jewelry. Using the
instructor's supplies, (or use your own images, photos, etc.) you'll
learn from A-Z how to make your own wearable art. You'll learn to
cut decorative edging with copper tape, cut glass, solder edges, add
jump rings and charms. In addition to attentive instruction, you will
receive an equipment and supply list and how-to handout.
Instructor: Cheryl;
Limit: 6 students
$95.00 -- all materials included
one-day workshop or 7 hours
Create beautiful double-sided soldered glass jewelry. Using the
instructor's supplies, (or use your own images, photos, etc.) you'll
learn from A-Z how to make your own wearable art. You'll learn to
cut decorative edging with copper tape, cut glass, solder edges, add
jump rings and charms. In addition to attentive instruction, you will
receive an equipment and supply list and how-to handout.
Instructor: Cheryl;
Limit: 6 students
REFUND POLICY: Cancellations made at least 7 days before the class will be refunded in full. If a
cancellation is made less than 7days prior to the class, there is no refund. This is to ensure
compensation of investment in materials and preparation. If for any reason the school cancels a
class, students will be notified and refunded in full
cancellation is made less than 7days prior to the class, there is no refund. This is to ensure
compensation of investment in materials and preparation. If for any reason the school cancels a
class, students will be notified and refunded in full
| Email Cheryl for more details on classes: cherylsartworkshop@sbcglobal.net |
Cheryl Barton-Petrie has a solid background as a sculptor, printmaker, painter,
and craftsperson.
and craftsperson.
- Degrees in art, art history, and Classics education from The Aegean School of Fine
Art, UCI, and SF State University
| Students at recent Bookbinding Workshop |
| Open to any level enthusiast. In this workshop learn how to alter recycled books and morph them into a work of art! We'll use paint, collage, sewing, found objects, etc. and learn to create pockets, doors, collage, and other unique book designs. The instructor will supply tools, books to alter, papers, gesso, paint, transparencies, found objects, etc! Your ultimate result can be a theme book, journal, scrapbook, learning tool, visual playground, or l'objet d'art! In addition to attentive instruction, you will receive a supply list and how-to handout. Instructor: Cheryl; Limit: 6 students (See cancellation policy further down this page.) |
Coming soon -- intalgio workshops & medicinal herbs!!!
| Cheryl's Art Workshops fun and quirky to traditional arts & crafts |
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