My classes for September and October

Greetings everyone! Well the day dawned beautiful and sunny here on the coast today. Unfortunately the area has become foggy and gray this afternoon. I always think of this misty gray weather as hibernating weather. And that's exactly what I did. I stayed in this afternoon and hibernated with my Art. I also thought while I was near the computer that I would give you my teaching schedule for the next two months. Ready? here we go!

Wednesday September 8th Where: C. Andrews Studio-Princeton by the Sea Class: Shrink Art #3-Fossils Description: Have you ever dreamed of being an anthropologist and making the spectacular fossil find of the century? Then this class is for you! With shrink plastic just a little special coloring and the right stamps you can make your own fossils. You can even avoid the mess and bother of having to dig them out of the ground. Your fossils can then be made into unique jewelry. You will walk out of the class with a fossil pin and earrings. Items to bring: Please bring scissors. All other materials will be supplied. Time: 6:00 to 9:00 pm Fee: $35.00 To sign up for this class please email Connie at connie@isbjorn.com Class size limit: 7

Saturday September 11th Where: Scrap-it in Santa Cruz Class: A World In A Matchbox Description: Have you ever dreamed of finding a secret door, opening it and stepping into another world? Did you know that you can find this world in a matchbox? In this project based class we will utilize paper towels, collage and assemblage to create our own worlds. Matchbox worlds would also make very personal and special gifts to give for any occasion. Instead of sending a sick loved one a card, send them the world! So open the door and step through to another world. Come and play!!!!! Items to bring: Any personal images or items that are small enough to fit into a matchbox, scissors and small paintbrushes. Time: 11:00 to 3:00pm Fee: $40.00 Class Limit: 6 To sign up for this class please call Scrap-it at 831 475-2380 or email me at connie@isbjorn.com

Saturday September 18th Where: Art max in Seaside Class: Bottled Spirits Description: On a foggy day I was walking along the beach on one of my morning rambles. As usual I was beach combing for shells that I had picked up a hundred times before and didn’t need. But this time instead of a shell I found something else. As I drew closer I could see it was a bottle half buried in the sand. I dug it out. It was crusted with barnacles, small shells and ringed with rusted metal. As I turned it around I noticed a clear area where I could peer through the hazy glass. But wait something looked back at me! What will your spirit be? Will it be a fairy of dreams offering you 3 wishes? Or will it be an imp of mischief? Items to bring: A pair of scissors, paintbrushes and small non-melting items like charms or beads. **Note: We will be heating diamond glaze so if you are easily susceptible to smells this class may be difficult for you to take. Time: 11:00 to 4:00pm-Lunch break at 1:00pm Fee: $55.00 Class size limit:8 To sign up for this class please email me at connie@isbjorn.com Saturday September 25th Where: C. Andrews studio in Princeton-by-the-Sea Class: Bottled Spirits See Description above Items to bring: A pair of scissors, paintbrushes and small non-melting items like charms or beads. **Note: We will be heating diamond glaze so if you are easily susceptible to smells this class may be difficult for you to take. Time: 10:00 to 3:00pm Lunch break at 12:00 Fee: $55.00 Class limit: 6 To sign up for this class please email me at connie@isbjorn.com Saturday October 9th Where: Scrapbook U in Fremont Class: Bottled Spirits See Description above Items to bring: A pair of scissors, paintbrushes and small non-melting items like charms or beads. **Note: We will be heating diamond glaze so if you are easily susceptible to smells this class may be difficult for you to take. Time: 11:00 to 4:00pm Lunch break at 1:00 Fee: $55.00 Class limit: 8 To sign up for class please call Scrapbook U at 510 490-5065

Saturday October 16th Where: Scrap-it in Santa Cruz Class: Pocket Shrines Description: Ever want to keep someone or something special close to your heart? How about that small very precious gift? Does it need a special place all its own? How about creating shrines to hold these special memories or gifts? In this class using collage and assemblage we will create these special places inside altoid tins. Your shrine can then be slipped into a pocket or purse to keep close to you at all times. Or it can be placed on a shelf as a special keepsake. Pocket Shrines also make great gifts to give to a loved one. Items to bring: Scissors, Paintbrushes any special items small enough to fit into an altoid tin. Time: 11:00 to 2:30 Fee: $45.00 Class limit: 6 To sign up for class please call Scrap-it at 831 475-2380 or email me at connie@isbjorn.com

Saturday October 23rd Where: Art Max in Seaside Class: Skeleton Portraits Description: Doesn’t everyone love a good skeleton at Halloween? In this whimsical holiday class we will combine, collage images, gesso, molding paste and acrylic paints with 3-D skulls to make dimensional skeleton portraits on small stretched canvases. Mona skull-Lisa anyone? Items to bring: Please bring scissors and paintbrushes all other materials will be supplied. Time: 11:00 to 3:30pm lunch break at 1:00pm Fee: $45.00 Class Limit: 8 To sign up for this class please email me at connie@isbjorn.com Sunday October 24th Where: Palace Arts in Capitola Class: Skeleton Portraits Description: See above Items to bring: Please bring scissors and paintbrushes all other materials will be supplied. Time: 11:00 to 3:30pm lunch break at 1:00pm Fee: $45.00 Class Limit: 8 To sign up for this class please call Palace Arts at 831 464-2700 Saturday October 30th Where: C.Andrews Studio-Princeton-by-the-Sea Description: See above Items to bring: Please bring scissors and paintbrushes all other materials will be supplied. Time: 10:00 to 3:00pm lunch break at 1:00pm Fee: $45.00 Class Limit:6 To sign up for this class please email me at connie@isbjorn.com

Well there it is. I hope to see you soon!

C.Andrews studio August/September classes

Greetings everyone from C.Andrews studios!

You can see the small studio space above in Princeton by the Sea and just a stone's throw away from Mavericks Beach.

It's diffucult to believe that the studio has been open for almost 3 months now. I say "the" studio because I like think of it as the art community's studio. With Luna's Memories out of business there was really no place here on the coast to gather and create unless it was at someones house. I think I can speak for everyone that uses the studio in saying that we are all enamored of this space. It has allowed us the freedom to gather with kindred spirits and create on our own terms. To me this is Paradise

This weekend the studio will host the last two classes for August. Saturdays last altered Books class and an amazing class called Soldered Windchimes. You can read about them below

Saturday August 28th +++++ Sorry but this class is booked up++++++ Instructor: Connie Andrews Class: Altered Books #5-The Cover Description: In this last part in the Altered Books Series we will explore the Cover. The Cover is a 3-D surface that can be used to set the subject and add mystery or magic to your book. It can be simple or elaborate. Come and explore ways to make your cover the item that prompts the viewer to pick up your book; open the cover and walk through a world of your creation. Items to bring: Your altered book and altered books kit Time: 10:00am to 2:30 pm Fee: $35.00

Sunday August 29th Instructor: Cindy McCool Class: Soldered Sea glass Wind chimes Description: Use your soldering skills or learn to solder sea glass to make charming wind chimes with shells, sea glass, beads and other embellishments. This is a fun project and beginning students need not worry about learning to solder. Items to bring: All supplies will be provided including a snack to keep your energy up and creativity flowing. Time: 11:00 to 3:00pm Fee: $50.00 To sign up for this class please email Cindy at cmccool@mccoolmgt.com And since it is the end of August it's time to put out the September class list. I think that you will agree with me that September will be another month of awsome classes. You can see the classes below.

September Calendar

Wednesday September 8th Instructor: Connie Andrews Class: Shrink Art #3-Fossils Description: Have you ever dreamed of being an anthropologist and making the spectacular fossil find of the century? Then this class is for you! With shrink plastic just a little special coloring and the right stamps you can make your own fossils. You can even avoid the mess and bother of having to dig them out of the ground. Your fossils can then be made into unique jewelry. You will walk out of the class with a fossil pin and earrings. Items to bring: Please bring scissors. All other materials will be supplied. Time: 6:00 to 9:00 pm Fee: $35.00 To sign up for this class please email Connie at connie@isbjorn.com Class size limit: 7

Sundays- September 12, 19th and 26th Instructor: Maria Ontiveros Class: Art Journaling 1B Art Journal as Creative Play Description: This class will give you the artistic tools and confidence you need to start art journaling regularly as a way to engage in creative play and/or create a sketchbook. Appropriate for either beginners or experienced art journalers, we'll cover some new background ideas, personal motifs, innovative ways to use collage images, and how to transform your art journal pages into more formal works on canvas. Items to bring: scissors, a selection of favorite collage images, gel medium (or other wet adhesive), paint and brushes. Time: 9:30 - 11:30 am with additional studio time available until 1:00 pm at no charge. Fee: $75 (plus a $15 material fee, which covers a spiral bound journal, canvas and pens appropriate for the course). If you cannot attend any of the sessions, instructions will be available online and we may be able to schedule a make-up session. To sign up for this class please email Maria at rinda1961@yahoo.com

Saturday Sept. 18th **Featured in 2009 issue of Somerset Studio Home Instructor: Ingrid Pomeroy Class: Lavender ladies Description: Ready to relax to the soothing scent of dried lavender, soft music and scented candles? Well, I think I have just the class for you! We will create beautiful lavender sachets using organic dried lavender, tea-dyed muslin bags, vintage images of beautiful ladies, vintage lace, ribbon, buttons, findings and whatever tickles your fancy from my stash of goodies. What a great way to spend a few hours of fun and creativity with kindred spirits. Time: 1:00 to 4:00pm Fee: $40.00 (includes all supplies and sweet treats) To sign up for this class please email Ingrid at ipomeroy@peoplepc.com

Saturday September 25th Instructor: Connie Andrews Class: Bottled Spirits Description: On a foggy day I was walking along the beach on one of my morning rambles. As usual I was beach combing for shells that I had picked up a hundred times before and didn’t need. But this time instead of a shell I found something else. As I drew closer I could see it was a bottle half buried in the sand. I dug it out. It was crusted with barnacles, small shells and ringed with rusted metal. As I turned it around I noticed a clear area where I could peer through the hazy glass. But wait something looked back at me! What will your spirit be? Will it be a fairy of dreams offering you 3 wishes? Or will it be an imp of mischief? Items to bring: A pair of scissors, paintbrushes and small non-melting items like charms or beads. **Note: We will be heating diamond glaze so if you are easily susceptible to smells this class may be difficult for you to take. Time: 10:00 to 3:00pm- Lunch break at 1:00 Fee: $55.00 If you wish to sign up for this class please email Connie at connie@isbjorn.com

Other Events in September at C.Andrews Studio Wednesday September 15th Altered Books Club Time: 6:00pm to 9:00pm Fee: $10.00 or free with a studio membership Also offered at the studio Private studio time – This is for artists and art groups looking to rent studio space to work or to get together during the week-the times and fees are to be arranged on an individual basis. If you are interested in private studio time please email me at connie@isbjorn.com.

Open Studio- This is studio time open to everyone for only $10.00 per day. I will have open studios every Friday and on the weekends when no classes are being offered. I am hoping that this will be a place for artists to gather and exchange ideas and to catch up on all the gossip. Open studio for the month of September will be on the following dates: September 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th. Extra Open studio dates per arrangement are: September 4th, 5th and 11th . To prearrange for one of these dates please email Connie at connie@isbjorn.com.

Studio Membership- Want to come to all the open studios and Altered Books club? Why not pay for a monthly membership? Monthly membership is only $30.00 per month. For this price you will be able to go to any open studio (at least 4 per month) and altered book Club. You will also be able to participate in any of our Trunk shows and sales for free. This is a savings of $50.00 for the month of September! Studio membership must be paid by the first open studio (Friday) of the month. After that you pay $10.00 per open studio or Altered Book Club visit. We hope to see you soon. If you have any questions please email me at connie@isbjorn.com

August classes at the studio

Greetings Everyone,

I wanted to share some of the amazing art work that is being done in my altered book class series and well as C.Andrews Studios. Above you can see just a few examples from the Altered Books series. You can see several windows and doors that the students have been working on to add variety to their altered books. Aren't they great!

Here are two samples from Maria's Plaster Art Journal class this past Saturday. I really love the rough and ready look that the plaster gives your art.

And last but not least are two samples from Ingrid's Shadowbox theatres class on August 8th. All I can really say about these samples are Wow! Both samples are beautiful and elegant.

As for the remainder of August we still have my last Altered books class on the 28th and Cindy's Soldered glass wind chimes class on the 29th.

As you can see classes are going very well at the studio. If you are interested in taking classes C.Andrews studio is at 103-1 Princeton by the sea(near Half Moon Bay, California). Keep checking this blog for upcoming schedules due out soon or email me at connie@isbjorn.com and I can send you a schedule.

We are always looking for new teachers at the studio. You do not have to teach mixed media any type of art is accepted or if you don't teach and are looking for a little private studio time for you or your group we may be able to accomodate you. Please email me at connie@isbjorn.com.

Remember just because you're an adult it doesn't mean that you don't need a little creative play in your life. Why not come to the studio and check out our awesome classes.

My other August classes

Greetings everyone! In case your wondering if I am teaching anywhere else these days besides the studio the answer is Yes! I will still be teaching around the area on a monthly basis. Here is my schedule: Saturday August 7th Where: Scrap-it in Santa Cruz Class: Shrink Art #6-Sea Glass Description: Do you love to beach comb? Are you especially attracted by the jewel tones of beach glass? You don’t have to walk on the beach to find these jewels. We can make them with shrink Plastic! In this class we will learn to simulate beach glass with shrink plastic then combine it with glass beads, pearls, charms and wire to make a beautiful beach glass charm bracelet. Items to bring: Please bring a pair of scissors all other materials will be supplied. Time: 11:00 am to 2:00pm Fee: $40.00 To sign up for this class please call Scrap-it at 831 475-2380 . You can see an example above.

Sunday August 8th Where: Palace Arts in Capitola Class: Luminous Gel Medium Description: In this 4th class exploring Textural Collage we will create texture by stamping, drawing and imprinting in Regular Gel Medium. When painted with transparent and iridescent acrylic paints gel Medium makes for a glowing luminescent work of Art. Items to bring: Please bring your favorite scissors and paintbrushes. Time: 11:00 to 2:30 Fee: $40.00 To sign up for this class please call Palace Arts at 831 464-2700 Wednesday August 11th Where: C.Andrews Studio at Princeton by the Sea Class: Shrink Art #4-Wood and Bone Description: Don’t you love the look of old ivory or bone scrimshaw? I always think of Tall ships and mermaid images on ivory- Wood and Bone. In this 4th Shrink Art class you will learn the techniques to make white shrink plastic look like bone or ivory scrimshaw and almond colored shrink plastic look like wood. You can choose to make wood or ivory items or mix the two for a stunning combination that can be made into jewelry or decorative items for collage, cards or scrapbooks. Items to bring: Please bring a pair of scissors-all other materials will be supplied. Time: 6:00pm to 9:00pm Fee: $35.00 To sign up for this class please email me at connie@isbjorn.com Sunday August 15th Where: Scrapbook U in Fremont Class: Altered Books #5-The Cover Description: In this last part in the Altered Books Series we will explore the Cover. The Cover is a 3-D surface that can be used to set the subject and add mystery or magic to your book. It can be simple or elaborate. Come and explore ways to make your cover the item that prompts the viewer to pick up your book; open the cover and walk through a world of your creation. Items to bring: Your altered book and altered books kit Time: 1:00 to 4:00pm Fee: $35.00 If you wish to sign up for class please call Scrapbook U at 510 490-5065 Saturday August 21st Where: Art max in Seaside Class: Altered Books #5-The Cover Description: In this last part in the Altered Books Series we will explore the Cover. The Cover is a 3-D surface that can be used to set the subject and add mystery or magic to your book. It can be simple or elaborate. Come and explore ways to make your cover the item that prompts the viewer to pick up your book; open the cover and walk through a world of your creation. Items to bring: Your altered book and altered books kit Time: 11:00 to 2:30pm Fee: $35.00 To sign up for this class please email me at connie@isbjorn.com Saturday August 28th Instructor: Connie Andrews Class: Altered Books #5-The Cover Description: In this last part in the Altered Books Series we will explore the Cover. The Cover is a 3-D surface that can be used to set the subject and add mystery or magic to your book. It can be simple or elaborate. Come and explore ways to make your cover the item that prompts the viewer to pick up your book; open the cover and walk through a world of your creation. Items to bring: Your altered book and altered books kit Time: 10:00am to 2:30 pm Fee: $35.00 To sign up for this class please email me at connie@isbjorn.com I hope to see you soon!

August Classes

Greetings Everyone! Can you believe its already August? And its about time that I posted the classes at C.Andrews Studio. I think we have a great group of classs this month. Here are the details:

Sunday August 8th Instructor: Ingrid Pomeroy Class: Cigar Box Stages Description: We will be creating vintage shadowbox ballet theaters made with cigar boxes. We will be using lots of beautiful images, findings, glitter, German Dresden, jewels and whatever tickles your fancy from my collection of goodies. Here are the details: Time: 11:30 to 4:00 Fee: $65.00 To sign up for class please email Ingrid at ipomeroy@peoplepc.com

Wednesday August 11th Instructor: Connie Andrews Class: Shrink Art #4-Wood and Bone Description: Don’t you love the look of old ivory or bone scrimshaw? I always think of Tall ships and mermaid images on ivory- Wood and Bone. In this 4th Shrink Art class you will learn the techniques to make white shrink plastic look like bone or ivory scrimshaw and almond colored shrink plastic look like wood. You can choose to make wood or ivory items or mix the two for a stunning combination that can be made into jewelry or decorative items for collage, cards or scrapbooks. Items to bring: Please bring a pair of scissors-all other materials will be supplied. Time: 6:00pm to 9:00pm Fee: $35.00 To sign up for this class please email Connie at connie@isbjorn.com

Saturday August 14th Instructor: Maria Ontiveros Class: Art Journaling 2A: Gratitude Journal on Plaster Description: Learn how to incorporate a variety of collage and journaling techniques to create a cohesive, themed art journal. While considering the pieces of your life for which you are grateful, you will be introduced to working on plaster wrap, one of my favorite materials. We will also use glimmer mists and learn the technique of constrained collage. Please bring gesso, scissors, a wet adhesive (glue, gel medium, etc.) and an assortment of paint brushes and acrylic paints. A pre-class handout will be emailed to those who sign-up. Time: 9:00am to 3:00pm Fee: $50.00 To sign up for this class please email Maria at rinda1961@yahoo.com.

Saturday August 28th Instructor: Connie Andrews Class: Altered Books #5-The Cover Description: In this last part in the Altered Books Series we will explore the Cover. The Cover is a 3-D surface that can be used to set the subject and add mystery or magic to your book. It can be simple or elaborate. Come and explore ways to make your cover the item that prompts the viewer to pick up your book; open the cover and walk through a world of your creation. Items to bring: Your altered book and altered books kit Time: 10:00am to 2:30 pm Fee: $35.00 To sign up for this class please email Connie at connie@isbjorn.com

Sunday August 29th Instructor: Cindy McCool Class: Soldered Sea glass Wind chimes Description: Use your soldering skills or learn to solder sea glass to make charming wind chimes with shells, sea glass, beads and other embellishments. This is a fun project and beginning students need not worry about learning to solder. Items to bring: All supplies will be provided including a snack to keep your energy up and creativity flowing. Time: 11:00 to 3:00pm Fee: $50.00 To sign up for this class please email Cindy at cindy@mccoolmgt.com

Other Events in August Wednesday August 18th Altered Books Club Time: 6:00 to 9:00pm Fee: $10.00 but free with the monthly studio membership. Sunday August 22nd Open studio and Altered Books Workshop Description: This is an extra open studio for the month and a chance to catch up on your altered book either for class or altered books club. Time: 11:00am to 4:00pm Fee: $10.00 or free with a studio membership Also offered at the studio:

Private studio time – This is for artists and art groups looking to rent studio space to work or to get together during the week-the times and fees are to be arranged on an individual basis. If you are interested in private studio time please email me at connie@isbjorn.com

. Open Studio- This is studio time open to everyone for only $10.00 per day. I will have open studios every Friday and on the weekends when no classes are being offered. I am hoping that this will be a place for artists to gather and exchange ideas and to catch up on all the gossip. Open studio for the month of August will be on the following dates: August 6th, 13th, 20th, 22 and 27th.

Studio Membership- Want to come to all the open studios and Altered Books club? Why not pay for a monthly membership? Monthly membership is only $30.00 per month. For this price you will be able to go to any open studio (at least 4 per month) and altered book Club. You will also be able to participate in any of our Trunk shows and sales for free. This is a savings of at least $20.00 to $50.00 per month! Studio membership must be paid by the first open studio (Friday) of the month. After that you pay $10.00 per open studio or Altered Book Club visit. Closed Studio-There are four closed studio dates in August: August 1st, 7th, 15th and 21st. These dates may be used for open studio but must be arranged in advance so that I can open the studio before I leave out of town. If you are interested in using the studio on these dates please email me at connie@isbjorn.com or call me at 650 726-8100.

We hope to see you soon!