August Class Schedule

Greetings all! I had a wonderful class this weekend at Scrapbook Territory in Berkeley. I taught "Mystic Gesso". All the students created wonderful pieces and I hope had a good time. I had an absolute blast! Of course I could show you the students creations but your truly forgot her camera again. Age is a difficult thing. But I should update you on my August class schedule. It is a little bit late becasue of scheduleing issues. But here it is: Saturday August 1st Where: Scrap-it in Santa Cruz Class Title: Rubberstamped Dominos Description: Did you know that you can rubberstamp on a Domino? Well you can and in this class you will learn two different methods of rubber stamping and coloring dominos. These dominos can then be made into fantastic Jewelry, art pieces or gift items. All materials are provided for this class so come and play! Time: 11:00 to 2:00pm Fee:$ 30.00 If you wish to sign up for this class you can call Scrap-it at:831 475-2380 or email me at connie@isbjorn.com

Sunday August 2nd Where: Scrapbook Depot in San Carlos Class Title: Rubberstamped Dominos Description: See above Time: 12:30 to 3:30 Fee: $30.00 If you wish to sign up for this class please call Scrapbook Depot at 650 592-2767 Saturday August 8th Where: Scrapbook U in Fremont Class Title: Beginning Collage Description: Using the principles of composition we will explore ways to break through artistic barriers to discover the infinite possibilities of you! We will start by learning how to use acrylic paints and mediums and progress to gradually more textured backgrounds. Finally we will create simple collages using the techniques and principles discussed in class. Please bring your favorite scissors and paintbrushes. All other materials are supplied including instructions and a large collage pack of items to use in class or take home. **Note-this will be a condensed and more advanced version of my Beginning Collage 1 & 2 classes for the students that already have some collage experience. Time: 11:00am to 4:00pm There will be a ½ hour to 1 hour lunch break for this class. You can bring your own lunch or there are restaurants in the nearby mission district. Fee:$50.00 If you are interested in signing up for this class please call Scrapbook U at 510 490-5065. Sunday August 9th-no classes scheduled Saturday August 15th-no classes scheduled Sunday August 16th Where: La Di Da Café in Half Moon Bay Class Title: Fabulous Fiber Paste Description: to come. Time: 6:00pm to 9:00pm Fee: $35.00 Note: this will be the last class I teach on a Sunday at La Di Da. The next class will be schedule on Saturday nights until the end of the year. If you wish to sign up for this class please email me at connie@isbjorn.com Saturday August 22nd Where: ArtMax in Seaside Ca. Class Title: Texture for Collage Artists Description: In this techniques driven class we will explore ways to add texture to your art work using paint, paper, Gesso, Gel Medium, special texture mediums and Diamond Glaze. Each student will walk out with a tag book of Texture samples to use for future reference. We will be splattering paint so please bring paint brushes and an apron or smock to cover your clothes with. Time: 11:00 to 4:00pm Fee: 50.00 To sign up for this class please email me at connie@isbjorn.com or call ArtMax at 831 394-0565 Sunday August 23rd Where: Scrapbook Territory in Berkeley Class Title: Designs in Gesso Description: Further exploring the use of Gesso as texture we will create a small canvas with Gesso and collage. We will stamp into, stencil with and draw freehand in gesso. Will you choose to color your Gesso or leave it white? Please bring scissors and a variety of Paintbrushes. Come and Explore! Time: 11:00 to 2:00pm Fee: 40.00 If you wish to sign up for this class please call Scrapbook Territory at 510 559-9929 Please note that this is the class list as it stands today. I am hoping to add another class on the 29th or 30th. I will send an update if any classes are added.

I hope to see you all soon!