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Combine the art of the written word with acrylic and collage to make a piece that sends a message—both literally and artistically. Kelsey Marie Harris, former Art Root Writer in Residence and featured Wall Poems poet, will share insight on bringing poetry to life through visual art and design.
Try your hand at creating a rudbeckia—often known for its sub-species called the Black-Eyed Susan—from paper through the guided expertise of artist Laura Gillespie. No prior experience is necessary.
Create quick and expressive sketches using a pen tool on an iPad. Learn some tips and tricks from artist Kelsey Marie Harris, who has been using this method to develop her recent style of digital artwork. One of the best parts of digital art-making is how easy it is to erase, change colors in a flash, and create multiple prints. What’s not to like?!
Welcome to the world of fungi! Learn the art of paper crafting to make unbelievably realistic paper mushrooms.
Another opportunity to create a paper mushroom that fools the eyes. Part 2 is devoted to recreating one of the most famous fungi in the world—the white-spotted red mushroom known as the fly agaric.
Create handmade cards and a collage piece inspired by the season of love! A great workshop for adults and teenagers alike.
Boxes and bowls are useful and fun to make! Learn how to fold paper into containers using templates and origami, then add embellishments to make them unique. Great to hold a gift or for your own keepsakes.
Craft paper vases to use as decoration or as sleeves for your water containers. Have fun folding a variety of papers into interesting shapes and sizes.
A notebook or journal is a great way to keep your thoughts and ideas in one place. Learn how to make signatures and covers, then bind them together. These books are small enough to carry with you or give as gifts.
Craft bright, cheery poppies out of paper. Poppies symbolize remembrance and peace, so it's fitting to create one that lasts forever.
Daffodil blooms are one of the first signs of the spring season. Celebrate springtime by crafting a cheerful paper daffodil that stays in bloom every season!
Create a fluffy double bomb peony using Italian crêpe paper. Learn about different approaches to coloring the petals, various materials, and suppliers so you can make your own custom-colored flowers at home.
