Starting to Design 1 Day Workshop

 

Level; beginner to advanced

FAIL PROOF; no previous art skill required.

 

Where to begin?

Many people struggle to develop an approach that synthesizes their ideas with quilting techniques. The class focus is on looking for patterns and inspirations in everyday events and objects. Using a window view approach, students will create some simple designs that are developed into a series of preparatory studies, colour samples and developmental sheets. The art elements of composition, balance, shape and unity will be explored in this activity. Whilst seemingly devoid of excitement and risk, this workshop is designed to be a step by step approach that helps students gain confidence in exploring, translating and expressing their own ideas. Sketchbook size fabric and paper collages will be made as well as fabric samples and small trial pieces. Students will bring and build on a collection of images for a ‘visual library.’

 

Students need to provide a variety of materials, most of which can be found at home.

 

Requirements list forwarded on request.