Artinfusio

No More Excuses!

ARTINFUSIO

~ infused with Art

 

infusion |inˈfyoō zh ən|

 the introduction of a new element or quality into something  from Latin infusio

 

Artinfusio is a collection of art workshops overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Malibu, California.  They take place in the clubhouse of Paradise Cove with views of the sea. 

This is an intimate setting with a limited number of spaces to insure a in depth experience with each visiting artist.

The workshops are from 9 to 4 with a 90 min lunch break so that you can visit the Paradise Cove Cafe which is a stroll down the hill, take a walk on the nearby beach or have a picnic lunch on the deck.

I hope you will join me!

warmly,

Gina

 

 

 

Need a place to stay?

 

Hilton Homewood Suites

this is a nice, clean and AFFORDABLE way to stay!

It is only a 20 min drive straight through the canyon to the coast.  There are plenty of places to eat and shop as well.

 

 

Looking for something 5 mins away and need to feel a bit more pampered? 

( I can shuttle you to and from class from here as well)

 

Malibu Headlands B&B

 

 

This lovely B&B is set on the wonderful Point Dume only 5 mins from Artinfusio.  The hosts are lovely and warm.  If you want to feel pampered and be close this is the place to stay!

 

 

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hear what others are saying:

 
"I loved the Judy Wise workshop. The room is just right; big, great view and handy bathrooms. You are gracious and welcoming.  The price is sooooo reasonable. I will be back."
Laura

 

Next Up!

 

WHEN:

July 23 ~ Saturday from 9-4

WHERE:

Artinfusio Malibu, Ca

COST:

125.00 this includes everything you will need except a watercolor journal - you can either bring your own or purchase one from me.

 

 

YOU DO NOT NEED TO KNOW HOW TO DRAW TO TAKE THIS CLASS!!!! 

Learn how to do quick pen and watercolor journal pages! Grab a small watercolor journal and head out to Malibu for the day to learn fun and flirty watercoloring journal techniques that you can take with you ANYWHERE!

 

Bring your lunch and head on down for some sketching overlooking the sea!

 

I promise it will be a day filled with FUN!

 

Click Here to Register Today (space very limited)

 

 

Amy Hanna ~ Rejuvinated Jewels

Sat. September 17th

 

 

Class Description:

   Come spend the day with me playing in velvet boxes and old cigar containers where we will find new life in forgotten treasures. Bring your Granmere's jewelry box with old broken jewelry bits and bobs. Favorite old tin type photos even if they are not your families, favorite religious relics, rosary and medals. Your favorite uncle's watch fobs, keepsakes from a trip to a faraway place, or smashed coins from a machine or one that you placed under the railroad tracks yourself. Bring whatever is special and speaks to you. We all have a different meaning to a treasure so do not be afraid to bring whatever speaks to you and we will try to work with it. I will teach you how to wire wrap and to oxidize to bead and to use things you would not think of using. I also bring my drill with me, so don’t forget to bring an item that you would like to drill holes into to attach to your necklace.  I am looking forward to meeting you and to hearing your story of what is special to you

 

Supply List:

• Jewelry Pliers: Both round and flat nose. Two pairs of flat nose if you have them. You can usually find these at your local bead store. You can also order them through Rio Grande Catalog.
• Wire Cutters: Bring flush cutters, suitable for cutting 16 gauge wire. You can also find these at local bead stores.
• Wire: Bring wire to fit through your beads, I recommend sterling silver 22, 24 and 26 gauge wire, approximately four feet of each size. Some people prefer brass or copper wire - that is fine too. I will be teaching you how to wire wrap so if you do not know how, please bring a cheap wire to practice on 24 gauge will work fine. Remember the cheaper the better to practice on - you will probably not want to use the wire you learn on.
• Chain: Bring a total of two feet of your favorite chain style. I like to use old rosaries, bits of old necklaces, watch chain, and new large link silver or gold chain. I will demonstrate how to oxidize silver chain in class. You can also buy chain at your local bead stores.
• Beads and Buttons: I love natural semiprecious gems, rhinestone buttons, and old beads found on vintage necklaces. You may want to try to attend a local bead or gem show in your area to purchase stones and pearls, chain or wire - the prices are usually better than the bead stores.
• Necklace Clasp: Bring whatever style you like, I prefer vintage rhinestone clasps but they are hard to find. You can also use sterling silver hooks that can attach to rings made of bone, rhinestone, mother of pearl or metal.
• Pendant: This will be the focal point, pick something special. I like to use vintage crosses, shoe clips, cameos, lockets, tin types, medals, stones or found objects. Use your imaginations!

Note: I will bring a limited amount of pendants, beads, chain and wire to purchase. However, I will not have enough to supply each person completely so please make sure you bring your goodies.

 

Hints to help in your treasure hunt:

 

I suggest that you search your local flea markets, antique malls, thrift stores, and if you are so lucky, a relatives’ jewelry collection. Local bead stores, and local gem/bead shows are also a great place to find everything you may need. The price and the selection are better at a gem/bead show than at a bead store.

 

Gatherer the treasure pieces you plan on using, and even some that you may not think you will use. It is better to have multiple options when creating your piece. If you have something you love, but are unsure how to use it, bring it to the class and we will try to work it in

 

Questions? Email Amy at amyhanna@cox.net

Blog: http://amyhanna.typepad.com

 

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Rock your Summer with Pam Garrison

August 13 and 14

Weekend Workshop $275

1 day $140

 

Judging a Book by it’s Cover     

Sat. August 13th

 

                     

 

This class is for those who journal or those that want to begin journaling (or making a special handmade book to use as a scrapbook or anything your heart desires). You will leave class with a special hand made book filled with pages waiting to be used.  We’ll start the day by making our own paper using guided steps in collage, watercoloring, acrylic paints, doodles, stamps etc. Once we have created our one of a kind paper, we’ll use it to cover artist boards thus making our book cover. Then we’ll bind our book by sewing in watercolor pages. We will explore and play with all different supplies while preparing the pages inside. I will bring all my favorite journaling mediums so you can push yourself (or jump in if you need a starting place) to find new ideas within yourself and add depth to your existing techniques. We will touch on water colors, liquid acrylics, crayons, special pens, wax, attachments, collage, etc. etc. This class is about creating the book and giving some pages inside background layers, but not about the journal pages themselves, that’s Sunday’s class! At the end of the day, you will have a beautiful, handmade journal that’s ready to begin playing on the inside pages!.

 

 

 

 

Supplies

 

2 9”x12” canvas panels (those thin boards with a canvas cover-don’t pay for archival   quality)

Water color paper ( I HIGHLY recommend  fabriano artistico 140 lb. hot press

Torn or cut to size – approximately 11” x 17 “  12 to 18 pieces. (if buying the large sheets of paper you usually get 3 this size with a little extra watercolor paper for a smaller book per sheet- Danielsmith.com

Needle (size 18 tapestry) for sewing our pages into our books

Awl – if you already have one, if not, we’ll share

Piece of velvet ribbon or heavier material or special paper  to cover (finish off) exterior binding –I use wallpaper

Scissors

Adhesives (glue stick, perfect paper adhesive,tombo roller, or gel medium, whatever you  prefer to work with on your journal pages)

A few of your favorite markers, crayons, pencils, pens that you already have

A few stamps that you like, if you have them and 1 or 2 ink pads

Some  favorite images, clip art material, photographs, words from old books, ephemera or other papers for collage on our specially created book cover paper

3 pieces of any 9 or 10”x 12 or 13” paper to use as endpapers (interior cover) and on back cover

a couple water color tubes in favorite colors (danielsmith.com or dickblick.com or local art store) if you have these

a couple liquid acrylics in favorite colors (I like Goldens that you can get at Micheal’s or Dick Blick)

a few paintbrushes with different size brushes (not foam )

a little mixing tray for colors and glazes etc. works great

I will provide wax linen thread, linen bookbinding tape, paper for our created paper cover, papers to share

 

a word about not bringing too much stuff. Don’t overwhelm yourself. I will bring supplies to share, and art journalers are known for their generosity with their own supplies. Just bring a few basics and favorite art supplies and we’ll go from there.

 

 

Inside Page Play

Sunday August 14th

 

 

 

 

Now that we’ve got a special art journal, the real fun begins…ART JOURNALING!

We’ll spend a lovely day indulging our desire to express ourselves on the page. I’ll bring lots of my journals for you to peruse and ask me any questions you may have about how I journal, from approaching a blank page, to favorite supplies, prompts, lettering, you name it. If I do it in my visual journals, this is the day we’ll cover it all, all while journaling alongside each other. I’ll show you how I use those favorite supplies, share them with you, and encourage you to push yourself and try new things.

 

Supplies needed:

 

A journal! Hopefully one with the ability (water color paper) to hold up to watercoloring, liquid acrylic painting, glues, etc. HOPEFULLY, it’ll be your special book that we made in Saturday’s class. J

scissors

your favorite paper glue

paintbrushes (one for acrylics, one for watercolors, one general use, not foam)

a small rag

water jar or cup

pencil

black writing pen or two

collage materials; photos, words, papers, ephemera, scraps etc.

 

if you already have:

golden liquid acrylics

watercolors in tube or travel kit

stamps and stamp pad

dip pen

copics

gel pens

paint pens

caran de arche neo color 11 crayons

 

any supplies you’ve been wanting to try but haven’t yet

any supplies you’d like to share with the class

any questions you might have

 

 

oh, and I’ll have some original art and supplies to sell on both days as well.

 

2 spots left for sat and sun only

 

 

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Look who is coming in the Fall! ~ Flora Bowley

Flora Bowley!

 

Flora Bowley is an internationally celebrated painter, teacher, inspirationalist, and world traveler.  Her vibrant paintings are rich with color, soul and imagination, and her love for life is clearly apparent in her signature creations.  Flora thrives in the magic of the moment, intuitively allowing her organically inspired paintings to unfold naturally and often changing courses along the way. Flora believes there are no mistakes in the creative process and strives to do something new in every piece.  Her unique process of layering free-flowing color with natural forms and expressive mark-making combine to create lush paintings born from the present moment; chaotic, subtle, mystical and ever-changing. 

 

Flora lives and works full-time as a painter in Portland, OR, where she is inspired by magical forests, abundant gardens and a thriving community of fellow artists. Throughout the year, Flora enjoys traveling, painting, and teaching her “Bloom True” workshops in colorful locations around the world.  Her work can be found in numerous galleries and also on a variety of unique products made in collaboration with the uber-groovy paper goods company, Papaya.  She is currently working on a top-secret book due to be released in the Spring of 2012. 

 

November 5 and 6th!

 

Bloom True! A Two-Day Painting Adventure with Flora Bowley

 

“There came a time when the risk to remain tight in the bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.”

-Anais Nin

 

Let go.  Be bold.  Unfold.

 

In this playful heart-centered workshop, we will explore a whole new way of painting from a space of freedom, non-judgment and experimentation.  This process is about loosening up, letting go of expectations, having fun and allowing your art to unfold naturally.  The emphasis is on finding your own true voice and allowing your personal expression to bloom and grow with flow and ease. There are no mistakes here!

 

We will start each day with simple yoga-inspired movement and breathing techniques, along with guided writing exercises to gently nudge us out of our heads and into our hearts. From this connected place, we will work quickly and intuitively to cover two large canvases with the first layer of paint…no time for thinking here.  As we continue to build up layers, I will demonstrate many of my personal painting techniques such as dripping, stamping, expressive mark making, etching, patterning, drawing with paint and carving out imagery.  I will gently guide you with prompts through this fun explorative process, as I share tips about color combining, layering with translucent paints, finding your own voice, and bringing your paintings to life with variation and contrast.  I will also offer ways for becoming “unstuck,” moving through challenging moments and getting back in your creative flow.

 

Set to the beats of a great playlist, we will spiral between painting with wild abandon, boldly trusting in the unknown, and making more conscious choices about composition, personal imagery and color palette.  We will take many breaks to breathe deeply, stretch our bodies and re-connect with the present moment.  Most importantly, we will focus on what IS working and allow this to inspire the rest of the painting.  This is a process-based workshop that will empower you with a toolbox of new techniques as well as a new perspective to approach your work.  This is a very playful, supported, and forgiving process and no prior painting or yoga experience is necessary.  All you need is an open mind.  Trust…you are an artist already.

 

 

 

“Bloom True!”  with Flora Bowley

Materials List for Two-Day Workshop:

 

Paint:  Choose brands based on your budget (I prefer Golden brand, but they are the most expensive and not necessary for this workshop.  However, if you are able to bring a couple of Golden’s fluid acrylics, this will be helpful.)

 

4 ounces minimum of each of the following:

 

2 different reds

2 different yellows

2 different blues

1 green

1 purple

1 orange

1 pink

1 dark brown

1 ocher

1 metallic (copper or gold)

1 black

3 other colors you really love

 

Heavy-bodied (as opposed to fluid) titanium white: 8 once minimum

glazing medium:  8 ounces minimum

 

A variety of small brushes for detailed work, cheap ones are fine, just make sure you have at least one very pointed brush.

 

10 foam brushes (wooden handled with the grey foam square from the paint section at a hardware store):  5 one-inch brushes and 5 two-inch brushes (the stiffer, the better)

 

A variety of mark-making tools such as old pencils, non-working pens, caps from bottles, bubble wrap, feathers, etc…No need to buy new things.  Just look around your house and be creative!

 

A few small items that are meaningful to you…again, look around your house or in nature

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A few images that inspire you (can be from magazines or books or pictures you’ve taken).

 

Spray bottle for water (the bigger the better and make sure it works before you come).

 

A few rags

 

Apron and/or comfy paint clothes (this tends to be a pretty messy process).

 

Palette, the bigger the better (a large cookie sheet or a muffin tin from a second-hand store will work great).

 

Journal

 

Kit Fee:  $20 for two 30” x 30” canvases which will be provided for you.

 

Bloom True!

 

Testimonials:

 

Flora's class is a fantastic way to express yourself through painting in a whole new way.  Flora encourages an organic process of layering paint which in turn allows the painting to emerge.  This class is a fun and supportive way to explore painting with acrylics and free yourself up to create in the moment with other wonderful people!

~Laura

 

I am still glowing from such a wonderful and inspiring day of creating art together.  That was so much fun for me!  I am lifted up in every way. 

~Judy Wise

 

I had many doubts that I would finish such a large scale painting in a day, but you are an amazing teacher and the painting just seemed to flow out of me. I was tempted to go back and add a few more details, but decided to hang it as is, to remind myself of the wonderful experience of my creative process that day.

~Caryn

 

Fabulous teacher, fabulous lessons...the intuitive nature of it all...thank you for setting us freeeeeeeeeeee...lovelovelove...

~Michelle

 

FLORA SELLS OUT AT ALL OF HER VENUES - REGISTRATION WILL BE ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVED BASIS AND THEN A WAITING LIST!

 

Weekend Workshop Fee: 275.00 plus $20 kit fee

 

for more on Flora visit her at:

www.florabowely.com

THE CLASS IS NOW FULL

(please email me at armfield@att.net if you wished to be placed on the waiting list)

 

PAINTOGRAPHY!

 

Join Gina Rossi Armfield

 

Sat. June 4 and Sun June 5th

 

One day Workshop Option (Sat Only) - 100.00

Sat and Sun - 175.00

One time Kit Fee - $25.00 which includes all paint, brushes, mediums, etc. all you need to bring are your photos and canvases I provide the rest!

 

For over 25 years I have been combining my love for photography and my love for painting into one.  There is something about the black and white image that creates mystery and tells a story.  In this class we will use our own black and white photographs along with paint, pastels and words to create several mixed media paintings. Techniques learned will include – composition, painting skills, layout, background, and detail. We will use words, poetry and song lyrics to inspire us.  Have Courage, Be Brave, Embark on your Journey!

 

NO PRIOR PAINTING EXPERIENCE NEEDED!

 

See Student Examples Below:

 

 

 

Once you register I will send you info for size of canvases and photos.

 

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Atelier Artistico ~ Online Art Workshops

 

Atelier Artistico is an online studio offering a variety of art workshops online.  Of course it is always wonderful to go to a class or retreat where we gather with others and participate in a "live classroom"; however, for most if us this is a rare luxury.  So whether you want to dip your toe in the water, learn new techniques or just get your artistic fire going there is a class for you.  I realize that most of us have other jobs, responsibilities, and time limits.  Therefore my workshops can be started and finished whenver you like.  Visit as often as you need to and for as long as you wish.

If you have any questions just email me and I will be happy to get back to you as soon as I can.

warmly,

Gina

armfield@att.net

 

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Mary Beth Shaw is Coming ~ October 22 and 23

 

Mary Beth Shaw worked in the insurance industry for 18 years before she went crazy one day and quit her job.   While exploring her creativity, she re-ignited a childhood love of art.  She is now ecstatic to support herself as a full time painter, participating in fine art fairs and teaching workshops nationwide.  Her mixed media process utilizes pastel, ink, marker and acrylics layered with various collage materials; she welcomes so-called “mistakes” because they lead to wonderful opportunities and discoveries.  She works in series and has several bodies of work that employ her own symbolism of embedded meaning.  She is the author of Flavor for Mixed Media, published by North Light Books. Living in St. Louis with her husband and 2 cats, Mary Beth is passionate about every moment of life.

 

 

 

Journey From Spontaneity to Intent

Exploring Abstraction on Claybord

 

 

OCTOBER 22 and 23

Sat and Sun 9-4

2 day Worshop - $275

1 day (Sat Only) - $140

Kit Fee -$20

(includes use of paints, inks, pastels, texture mediums, alcohol inks, carving tools, pens, pencils, markers, glues, erasers and stencils. I will also provide each student with a packet of collage items to use in their work.]

 

 

If you’re like me, playing with art supplies – whether trying new ones or learning about old ones – is the best artistic venture! During this class we will use Claybord as our substrate and will  explore its strengths, its quirks and especially its forgiving nature. Claybord offers flexibility in painting like no other surface.

 

The mystery of abstraction becomes approachable when explored through a guided process of experimentation and play.  To begin, we carve a textured background on claybord and then learn how to build layers of multiple media such as ink, pastel, acrylic and collage materials.  We will consider important elements like value contrast, composition and line through examination of both geometric, organic and landscape-based styles.  And along the way we will learn little tricks with claybord such as erasing, distressing and carving back into previously completed layers.   Additional techniques include foil, use of stencils, and Wood Icing. Bring an apron cause the paint is gonna be flyin' as we play with abandon!!

 

Over the course of 2 days, we will explore:

•                Color - it's not all about paint ya know - we will explore soft pastels, inks, fluid and heavy body acrylics, colored pencils and paint markers. I will provide palette options that help you to avoid 'mud' in your pieces so you quickly build your color confidence.

•                Texture - learn the ins and outs of texture including carving into the claybord as well as layering on top of it with acrylic mediums, Wood Icing, tissue and clay.

•                Collage - how imagery, text and 3D elements can enhance abstract work

•                Composition - how to paint loose yet also maintain the ability to step back and critically assess your own work. How to strenghten value contrast and line in order to move your paintings to the next level. How the Golden Mean applies to your paintings.

•                The art of multi-task, working across multiple pieces, moving seamlessly from one technique to the next, using 'drying' time productively.

•                Presentation of your work  - options on how to hang your pieces.

This class is suitable for any level of painter and beginners are welcome!

Supply List

1.   Ampersand Claybord - For one day, bring 3-4 smallish claybords (flat, not cradled) no larger than 8x8. For two days, bring 5-8. You may pick a variety of sizes or stick with one size, whatever you prefer.

2.   If you have specific paints you know you want to use, bring them. Otherwise I will bring plenty to share. We will also use alcohol inks, again if you have favorite colors, you can bring them, otherwise I will have plenty.

3.   Brushes - bring a few of various sizes, I like inexpensive brushes such as the Robert Simmons ones that are suitable for Acrylics. I usually like a Shader and Angle Shader - 3/4 to an inch wide. 

4.   Water container, apron, gloves, pencil, scissors.

5.   Small cutting mat.

Let me do most of the schlepping. Your Kit fee of $10 includes use of paints, inks, pastels, texture mediums, alcohol inks, carving tools, pens, pencils, markers, glues, erasers and stencils. I will also provide each student with a packet of collage items to use in their work.

 

I have often joked that I work in Mixed Media because I can't pick from among all the wonderful supplies! In this class we will explore tons of new techniques as well as re-visiting old ideas. Working on the very forgiving substrate of Claybord, we will create multiple pieces that can function together as a small body of work.  Bring an apron cause the paint is gonna be flyin' as we play with abandon!!

visit her website for more info here

 

 
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