Virginia Art and Soul Workshops

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Michael deMeng 9-4:30 Sunday	834 - Soda Pop Icons	[back to quicklinks] $ 130
Okay, want to take recycling to the next level?  After all, isn’t the art of assemblage just a creative way to be environmentally conscious?  So, instead of collecting all those aluminum cans and hauling them to the recycling center, let's turn them into art.  That’s right--we’ll be using old pop and beer cans and transforming them into little shrines and nichos.  Combining these cans with other found objects, you’ll use various methods of assemblage, collage and paintings.  I guess you could say that you’re turning pop into Pop Culture, or turning libations to creations.  By the way, those 16 oz. tall boys work really well for bigger shrines.  Cheers.   Supply List: -- Scissors and cutting tools -- Basic tools such as pliers, etc. -- Brushes (acrylic)--smaller and detail -- Acrylic Matte Medium--or any adhesive for collage -- Paint (acrylic--small tubes): Black, White, Quinacridone Gold, Pthalo Green, and other basic colors -- A few different kinds of glues--clear : (E 6000 or Liquid Nails Clear) and  Liquid Nails original formula (red tab on label) -- Small do dads, found objects, collage items and photos. -- Aluminum cans --Bring various item that you would like to use on your shrine.  This could be anything--jewelry, fake flowers, price tags, watch parts, shoelaces, fake eyelashes, etc.)   As I said, anything. Remember, smaller objects or items that can be broken down would be most appropriate. We'll have a communal pile of do-dads that students are willing to share with others in the class...so, looks like it's time to clean out those dresser drawers.   Optional items or suggestions to enhance the class project: --Basic tools, such as pliers, screwdrivers, etc. --Heatgun --Dremel tool (cordless if you have it) --Palette Paper or pallete   Instructor will provide: --Power tools – drill, dremel tool, etc. --Basic tools --A whole bunch of doodads. --Extra paint --Extra glue --Good music to work by Questions?:  Contact me at assemblage@michaeldemeng.com CLOSED - CLASS FULL

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