Portland Art and Soul Workshops
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Robert Dancik
9-4:30
Monday

1240 - Forming Meaningful and Lasting Attachments

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$ 135 Plus $20 materials fee  

How can we combine materials in our work in such a manner that the way they are connected forwards the idea of the piece we are making?  This question will be the starting point of this fast-paced and extremely informative session.  From here we will go on to delve into a broad spectrum of materials and techniques including; epoxies, concrete, polymer clays, Faux Bone™ and paper pulp mache as well as a full range of cold connections to use in tandem with these materials.  We will concentrate on addressing problems faced by any artist who wants to combine various elements in their designs, as well as looking at personal situations you may have in your own work.  Participants are encouraged to bring works in progress and discuss specific problems and their solutions.

Supply List:
Students are encouraged to bring their own work in progress as well as problem pieces to work on during the workshop.  Additionally, students should bring:
--1 sheet each of sand paper (wet/dry grits 320, 400, 600)
--files
--Xacto knife and blades (2-3)
--bench pin for sawing (teacher will have extra)
--1 package of translucent polymer clay
--1 pkg. Devcon 2-part epoxy or similar (instructor will have more to purchase)
--acrylic paints (1 or 2 of your favorites, plus black)

Optional items:
Bezel cups with matching stones, jeweler’s saw and  # 1 blades (teacher will have extras), hammers, task light, pieces of jewelry from the “lost cause” box on your bench, and any material you might wish to attach to any other material.

Materials fee includes:   materials needed to make examples of the processes and procedures covered in the workshop.  The materials will include micro fasteners, various wire and sheet metal, Faux Bone™, paper pulp mache,  concrete and more.