Fall is coming and it's time for Warm Wax Collage!

My next workshop, Warm Wax Collage, is coming up on September 7! I will be teaching this creative workshop at the Schack Art Center in Everett, Washington. It's a one-day class that is very popular. If you are interested in encaustic art or collage, and want to know about the basics of working with warm beeswax, this is the class for you! You may find aout more about the class, and register here:

http://schack.org

or call 425-259-5050. I'll see you in class!

Register for my upcoming introductory encaustc art workshop!

Discover the basics of working with encaustic wax and it's use in today's contemporary art. Here's the FUN part: you will learn how to paint and fuse layers, add color, collage and even texture! We will also cover materials, equipment, and studio safety. You will finish the class with a good working knowledge of encaustics. This class is a prerequisite for "Intermediate Encaustic Technique", which will take place in July. Supply list provided at registration. Supply fee of $50 payable to instructor at class.

Workshop will be held at the new Schack Art Center, in Everett, Washington. To register, please visit: www.schack.org

365: day 62 ArtFest!!, originally uploaded by jomoma58.

The excitement is mounting! ArtFest is happening NEXT WEEK at Fort Worden in the beatiful Washington seaside town of Port Townsend. How can I possibly describe this event in words?? Let's see...one big pajama-art-love-slumber-party, memories made for life, art friends new and old coming together.

Thank you for "following" this blog!

I have notice that in recent weeks I have attained a few more fellow blog "followers"! I just wanted to thank you for that, and will try to keeps things interesting and up-to-date here at "La Vida Artistica". And thank you for your comments, without them I would not know if anyone is visiting! There are SO many new happenings on the horizon for me in the coming months, here's a quick outline:

•  NEW art classes at the NEW Schack Art Center in beautiful Everett, Washington. Please visit www.schack.org for updates on my encaustic and mixed media classes starting there in May, opening exhibitions and the center's GRAND OPENING happening at the end of April!

• My original encaustic and mixed media art will continue to be on display at the fabulous Fraker/Scott Gallery in downtown Seattle, near Pioneer Square. Please visit www.frakerscottgallery.com for lots of information on new exhibits, art walks and art openings.
• Yes, it's BACK! The famous one and only Artists Garage Sale, happening on Saturday, June 18 from 9-3. This year, it will take place in the NEW Schack Art Center in downtown Everett, Washington. Get there early, with lots of cash...visit www.schack.org for updates.

I do hope to see you at some of these events! Now, if I could only find some time to actually MAKE ART...

Come out and play!

 

Spend the afternoon literally “waxing poetic”! In this class, we will be making beautiful handmade valentines out of collage materials and melted beeswax. I will show you the basics of collage, and how to use warm beeswax with various items such as lace, rice paper, oil pastels, found text, and photographs. Your friends and family will truly appreciate your small works of art for Valentine’s Day! Saturday, February 12, noon-4 p.m. 40. + supply fee. Class will be located in downtown Everett, Washington. Register: call Michelle at 425- 257-8380. NEW! Online registration is now available! Just visit: http://www.schack.org/classes/beeswax-valentines/

(Yes! we will be working with lots of color!)

Mini Valentine Books Workshop!

Join me for an artful afternoon painting and collaging mini Valentine books! We will explore themes of love and special people in our lives–using images, fabric, paper, words and paint. This process-oriented class will open your eyes to many creative possibilities with mixed media. Most materials are supplied, beginners are welcome. These small books make wonderful gifts!

Course #10.0332, The Painted Page: Mini Valentine Books

Date/Time: Saturday, Feb. 5, 12-4 p.m.

Location: University of Washington, Seattle campus

Register: call 206-68 LEARN, or visit http://exco.org

There is still space left in this wonderful mixed media journaling class!

Altered Book Journals: Document Your Life, Travels and More!

Do you have a passion for old books? The desire to journal in more creative and unique ways? In this class you will learn how to transform an old, discarded book into a very personal, expressive journal. You will learn how to prepare your book for journaling—including mixed media techniques with acrylic paints, ink, rubber stamps, collage, photographs and niches. Creative journal writing prompts will also be discussed. Beginners are welcome!

Treat yourself and a friend to an EARLY holiday gift you will never forget! Course #10.0244, class will be held on the Seattle campus of University of Washington.

REGISTRATION WILL BE OPEN THROUGH THIS THURSDAY, DEC. 2! Call 206-68-Learn to register with ASUW Experimental College, or visit http://exco.org/ and find this class under "Arts &  Crafts", Course #10.0244.

There's still time to register for "The Painted Page" collage book workshop!!

THE PAINTED PAGE: CELEBRATE MAY!

REGISTRATION WILL EXTEND UNTIL CLASS BEGINS, 4/24!!

 Join me for an artful afternoon of painting and collaging free–form folded books. We will explore themes of the month of May, Spring, mothers, angels and saints–using images, fabric, paper, words and paint. This process–oriented class will open your eyes to many creative possibilities! Most class materials are supplied, and all levels of experience welcome. These small books make wonderful gifts, especially for MOTHERS DAY!

Saturday 4/24, 1:30-5:30, University of Washington campus
$57. (discount for UW students)
Course #10.0332, Register: call 206-68-LEARN, or visit:  http://exco.org

I can even do ON THE SPOT registration for those of you who could not register in time with ASUW Experimental College. Just send me an email to let me know you are coming, and I can give you the location and supply list via email:    jomoma58@yahoo.com

Collage Book Arts Workshop coming soon to Seattle!!

Pictured: fabulous student work!

THE PAINTED PAGE: CELEBRATE MAY!
 Join me for an artful afternoon of painting and collaging free–form folded books. We will explore themes of the month of May, Spring, mothers, angels and saints–using images, fabric, paper, words and paint. This process–oriented class will open your eyes to many creative possibilities! Most class materials are supplied, and all levels of experience welcome. These small books make wonderful gifts!

Saturday 4/24, 1:30-5:30, University of Washington campus
$57. (discount for UW students)
Course #10.0332, Register: call 206-68-LEARN, or visit:  http://exco.org

Register early to ensure the that class runs!! You won't regret it...

Beeswax Collage: Celebrate Spring! Art Workshop April 10

"Body Urgent", COPYRIGHT 2007 JonesMoore, beeswax collage

ArtsNow C420: Beeswax Collage: Celebrate Spring!

Do you love the scent and look of natural beeswax? Are you excited about the coming of spring, and the beauty of nature? In this one-day workshop, you will learn how to create a collage with beeswax using found papers, various fabrics, and items from nature. You will also learn how to use scribing tools, oil pastels, powder pigment rubs, and texture with the beeswax. The possibilities are infinite! You will complete the class with the knowledge of how to do this in your own home, and where to find the necessary supplies. Join me on:

Saturday, April 10, 10-5 p.m., Edmonds, Washington
Register: call ArtsNow at: (425) 640-1243, or visit: http://edcc.edu/artsnow/registration/

NEW Spring art workshops!

I have just posted all of my new Spring art workshops in the sidebar, with links for more information and registration. In April and May, I will be teaching BEESWAX COLLAGE: CELEBRATE SPRING (collage with warm beeswax), THE PAINTED PAGE: CELEBRATE MAY (free-form collage books), and CABINET OF CURIOSITIES (artistic assemblage).

These workshops all take place in the greater Seattle area. Get a friend to sign up with you, and make a weekend out of it! If you are coming from out of town, I can direct you to some wonderful places to visit in the Seattle area! April and May are GORGEOUS months to be here, and everything will be in bloom...

Join me for my upcoming book arts workshop!

"AHH Collage", Copyright 2005 JonesMoore

Join me for an exciting afternoon painting and collaging free-form books. We will explore the theme of Spring and Renewal–using images, fabric, paper, words and paint. This process-oriented class will open your eyes to many creative possibilities! Most materials are supplied, you don't have to worry about a thing. No experience required!
Sat 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm, 2/27 only, Location: University of washington/Seattle Campus
General Public: $50,UW Students: $32

Register: call 206-68-LEARN, or visit http://exco.org (ASUW Experimental College)

Beeswax Valentines workshop: there's still room for you!

"Kisses", Collage and beeswax, COPYRIGHT 2010 JonesMoore

Spend the afternoon creating fabulous valentines (with me!) while learning the basics of collage, and how to use beeswax with various items such as lace, rice paper, oil pastels, found text and images. Your friends and family will truly appreciate your small works of art for Valentine’s Day!

When: Saturday, February 6, 12:30-4:30pm
Class fee: $40., materials fee: $12
Where: Class will be held in downtown Everett, Washington. To register, call the Arts Council of Snohomish County at 425-257-8380.

Wax poetic in my "Beeswax Valentines" workshop!

"Ahhh" collage, copyright 2004 JonesMoore

Spend the afternoon of February 6 literally “waxing poetic”! In this class, we will be making beautiful handmade valentines out of collage materials and melted beeswax. I will show you the  basics of collage, and how to use beeswax with various items such as lace, rice paper, oil pastels, found text  and small objects. Your friends and family will truly appreciate your small works of art for Valentine’s Day! No experience necessary, all levels of art experience welcome. 

To register for this fabulous class, please call the Arts Council at 425-257-8380. For in-depth information just email me at :  jomoma58@yahoo.com

My ASUW Collage and Assemblage classes now open for registration!

Fabulous student work from my 2009 class, "Candy Tin Assemblage"

O.K., I know your fingers are just itching to try something new in 2010! I'm offering two classes at the ASUW Experimental College (Seattle campus, Washington) in January and February, that I think you would enjoy! The first one is called "Candy Tin Shadow Box" on January 30, and the second one is "The Painted Page: Springtime" on February 27 (click here to see pics!). Please visit www.exco.org for the full descriptions. They are listed under the category "Arts and Crafts".

You may register online, or by calling 206-68-LEARN. I'll see you in class! (PSSST! These make great gifts, too! Send that 'special someone' to art class!).

The Painted Page: collage book workshop in Seattle!

Altered book page, Copyright 2005 JonesMoore

"Ahh Collage", Copyright 2005 JonesMoore

Get ready to roll up your sleeves, and spend the afternoon painting and collaging free-form, folded books. This 'process-oriented' class will open your eyes to many possibilities using various papers, fabrics, texture and acrylic paints. Heavy watercolor paper and some collage materials will be provided. The instructor, Lisa JonesMoore, holds a BFA, and has been creating and teaching in the area for 15 years. No experience required!

When: Saturday, December 5, 1:30–5:30 p.m.

Where: University of Washington, Seattle campus

Cost: $45. General public/$ 35 UW students

Register: call 206-68-LEARN

or visit www.exco.org

The Painted Page, Course #10.0332, listed under "Arts and Crafts"

More beautiful beeswax collages from my class...

Do they know

that I get as much from them

as they get

from me?

Amazing student work from my Beeswax Collage class that took place last weekend. I will offer this class again in the spring, in Edmonds, Washington, through Edmonds Community College/ArtsNow.

Some glorious beeswax collage work by my students...

Beautiful images...

by seekers

of adventure, creativity, risk...

some examples of student work from my Beeswax Collage class. I could not have asked for a better day of teaching and sharing.

More images to come!

Stop! And smell the beeswax...join me for beeswax collage this weekend.

Imagine the scent of warm beeswax (all day!), while the rain rages just outside. Imagine spending a few hours with some fellow creative types from all walks of life–playing with paper, fabric and found objects. Sounds delicious, doesn't it?

Join me this Saturday, November 7, for my workshop Beeswax Collage. There is one day left to register, and plenty of room!

http://www.edcc.edu/artsnow/

Candy Tin Assemblage class was fabulous fun...

Some of my students' work from my Candy Tin Assemblage class that took place last night. These photos show various stages of progress throughout the evening. My students were mostly teachers (middle and high school), and artists. I felt like I was in very good company. Teaching this class was a very rewarding experience!