Second Saturday ArtWalk
Saturday, May 11th
Intro to Calligraphy: The Pointed Pen
Wednesday, May 29th
PUT A BIRD ON IT: MIXED MEDIA COLLAGE CLASS
Sunday, June 23rd

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Diana Fakhoury has loved jewelry since she was a little girl playing with her mother’s jewels. Growing up in the Middle East, her family's home was full of traditional paintings, sculptures and ornaments which gave her an appreciation for handmade goods and an inclination to create. Her Middle Eastern roots are now infused into her aesthetic. Diana's path to jewelry design was not a linear one. She began her studies in engineering, but later continued with a degree in Art & Design, practicing woodworking, screen-printing, and painting along the way. Diana feels that, ultimately, designing jewelry perfectly embodies her love for geometry, color, pattern and sculpture. Expanding her collection at Venue this month, we see in her jewelry geometric and exotic elements combined in a playful yet romantic spirit.

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In a two hour, one session calligraphy class, students will experiment with old-fashioned style “dip” calligraphy pens (pointed pens) and ink specifically focusing on cursive letters of the alphabet. All practice papers and envelopes, ink pen and metal nibs will be provided for use and experimentation during the class. Students will be encouraged to develop their own style, but different lettering styles will be shown as examples. Students who have their own tools are welcome to bring them, whether they are fountain pens or calligraphy pens. Prepayment is required to secure your spot as space is limited. Great class for beginners or intermediate students. Maximum 8 students.

Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. Signup at Venue or call 206.789.3335.

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Explore your creative side with this mixed media collage class and make some art for yourself or for a gift. Learn how to take assorted weights and kinds of papers to make a great collage. Learn simple to create interesting textures and patterns in the background using rubber stamp techniques, acrylic paint, gel mediums, household spackle and other art supplies. Learn photo transfers techniques and ways to work with xeroxed and laser printed photos of your own. Learn creative ways to work with handwriting and printed words to say just the right message in your art.

Great for accomplished artists to unlock their creativity, but also a perfect class for beginners just exploring collage. Tools and art supplies will be provided (or feel free to bring your own favorites), but please bring your own personal papers - receipts, ticket stubs, postage stamps, clip art, favorite decorative papers, magazine clippings etc.

Come ready to enjoy the creative atmosphere, learn simple techniques and embellishments, meet some new friends and make some art. You will end up with at least one finished collage on wood (8” x 8”) at the end of the class as well as several simple collages on paper and mat board. Don't miss this great class!

Maximum Class Size: 8 students.