Class Content: We will make a 3D object with wool roving. For this wool vessel, we will create the “cracked earth” effect. If you have tried felting before, but would like to learn new techniques, I welcome you to take this class. Also, if you have never felted, you will be successful in creating this sturdy and clever wool vessel. The final size will be about 8 inches in diameter.

I will bring all the wool roving you will need. I will bring grey, black, orange, and white. You will choose any 2 colors.

We will use a resist to create the 3D hollow form of a vessel. We will use soap and water to agitate the wool fibers over the resist. The process will take us about 5 hours, but we have the room all day in case we need more time.

We will stop for a lunch break at noon.

Supply List: Students, please bring the following:

• 1 old small bath towel
• 5 old dish towels
• 5 pillowcases or several cloth napkins (for stuffing the vessel as it dries)
• 1 ball brause if you have one (for squirting water)
• 1 quart bowl
• 1 bar of soap (any kind)
• 1 chopstick (if you have one)
• 1 pair of small sharp scissors
• 1 pair of large (4 inch blade) scissors

Biography: I discovered felting in 2016, and I have made hundreds of felted gnomes, pumpkins, vessels, purses, and 2D wall art. I have taken many classes with some of the best felt artists around the globe. I have been developing my own style, and I will continue to learn. I love to teach felting to others so this wonderful fiber art might generate an enthusiasm for the versatile sheep’s wool.

Instructor Website: https://www.etsy.com/shop/WoolFeltedDesigns?ref=seller-platform-mcnav

Class Content: Discover the magic of using this specialized Plaster and premolded pieces to create your Botanical Relief. You will have one 16×20 Botanical to make plus we will make thick plaques that you will create by pressing anything you wish into clay and using it to cast the plaster. You get to take the clay home and make more stuff! All supplies are provided and I have all the tools for you to borrow. The images are guidelines but you can move things around and make it your own. The flowers are precast pieces that I will have ready for you so you do not have to shape those by hand.
We will attach the precast flowers and fill in the edges so it looks like the plants just rose up out of stone. Every piece is different!

You will create 2 pieces in this class: 1- 16×20 panel, and 1- 8×8 thicker panel, perfect for standing on a bookshelf.

This class will teach you the techniques so that if you want to do a larger version, you will be able to do it!

I will demonstrate each step, explain the basics, and give you time to work. I walk around and assist each student as needed. We will break for lunch around noon but will stay in the class for lunch so we can chat and answer questions.

You Will Learn:

• How to use pre-cast plaster botanicals and attach them to your board
• How to make Clay imprint mold from anything you have around the house and pour plaster to make great reliefs
• How to pour molds for additional elements
• How to lay down a layer of plaster on your panel and use tools to texture or smooth it
• How to color or glaze your finished piece
• The techniques to prepare you to do larger versions if desired.

PLEASE PACK A LUNCH… Our lunch break will be short so we can finish our work each day.

Supply List: ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED! Just bring yourself, your lunch and an apron or clothes that can get messy.

Biography: I’m Carol Robin King, an artist and teacher with a lifelong love of art. My journey began raised as the daughter of missionaries in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where as early as the age of 3 my mom said art was the only thing that could get me to sit still!

In Argentina, art is heavily interwoven into school curriculum, so it was the perfect place to fuel my creative spark. After three years at a professional art school there, I moved to the U.S. for college and continued to find ways to make art a part of my world including painting portraits for a little extra cash.

Teaching has always been close to my heart. I’ve been sharing my passion for painting for over 20 years, starting out teaching kids in homeschool co-ops. Now I’m lucky enough to teach in-person classes at seven different locations, including a gallery, local art store and a College Lifelong Learning program.

My teaching philosophy is simple: I believe that art should be fun and stress-free. I’m a patient and encouraging teacher who wants everyone to feel confident and relaxed in their art journey. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to explore new techniques, My mission is to guide you step by step in a friendly, supportive environment.

No matter your experience level, you’re welcome in my classes—and I can’t wait to help you discover your Inner Artist!

Instructor Websites:

• www.carolrobinking.com
• www.paintingtogether.com