September Newsletter A Whole Lot of Cray Cray! |
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In this issue... - A Whole Lot of Cray Cray!
- Upcoming Events
- Instructor Spotlight
- Upcoming Workshops
- Creativity Circles
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Just when the dust was starting to settle from moving the studio, I decided to take on another move: my home. Though it’s only across town, I committed to doing it in less than two weeks. (I know, crazy!) Needless to say, I’m feeling a bit stressed. OK, a lot stressed! But I finally figured out why, and what I can do to reduce it, at least a little. What I realized last night is that, it’s not the gazillion things I have on my plate that’s causing most of the stress—though, of course, that’s not helping. What’s really causing it is that I’m facing so many unknowns right now, both with where things will go in the new house and how we’ll move them over there. I’ve got so many questions! Where will put our offices? Will the couch fit in the new living room? Where will the “cat room” be? I’m also wondering: What furniture should we move and what should we keep for staging? Should we hire a professional moving company or use a local guy? When will we have time to pack? The list seems endless. And, yet, each question I answer makes me feel a little less stressed—and that’s how I know I’m onto something. After I picked up a load of moving boxes, I started to feel some relief. At least now I had containers to put all of our stuff in. Then, John and I figured out a plan for packing, and I cleared off all but essential commitments for the three-day weekend. Again, another weight lifted. Gradually, I’m starting to feel like “I’ve got this!” The same goes for art. There’s nothing quite as paralyzing as “blank page (or canvas, or design board, or…) syndrome.” When you don’t have any idea where you want to go with a piece, it’s really hard to get started. Once you’re able to get something down, however, ideas usually start to flow. That’s why the first step of the Zentangle® process is to place a pencil dot in each corner of your paper so it’s no longer blank. It’s amazing how well it works! We all have times when it’s hard to start a project, whether it’s moving a home or painting a picture. If you need a jump-start, I hope you’ll consider renting a space at the studio (where you’ll find lots of encouragement to make those dots!) or signing up for a workshop (and, yes, we happen to be having a Zentangle® workshop on September 6th!). I also hope you’ll consider joining us for our Two-Year Anniversary Celebration and Pie Contest on Saturday, October 5th, from 1:00-3:00 PM. You can check out Purple Crayon’s new digs and dig into some delicious pies! While you’re not required to bring a pie to participate, the more pies we have, the more fun it will be! I look forward to playing with you! —Pam Robbins, Owner |
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Girls' Night (or Day) Out Ongoing Looking for something a little different for your next Girls' Night (or Day) Out? Consider scheduling a private arts and crafts party at Purple Crayon! We've got lots of great workshops to choose from, and, if you don't see what you're looking for, we'll be happy to try to find an instructor! | | |
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Open House Saturday, 9/7, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Every month, Purple Crayon opens its doors to the public. You can check out what our members are up to and see if the studio is a good fit for you. Come see what all the excitement is about—and tour the new space! |
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| | Susan Goodman, CZT Susan is teaching our Zentangle®: Basics and Beyond workshop on September 6th. She's instructed at Tryon Painters and Sculptors, CANVAS Art Space and Purple Crayon. In 2017, Susan received an Honorable Mention in Hendersonville’s Bring Us Your Best Show; in 2018, one of her Zentangle® pieces was selected for a Hendersonville Artscape banner; and, in 2019, she was selected to decorate a bear for Hendersonville’s annual Bearfootin’ event. | | |
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| | Camille Daunno Camille is teaching our Wet Felted Bowls workshop on September 27th and 28th. Her experience as an artist and teacher spans over 40 years and includes: Fashion Illustrator, Textile Designer, Fiber Artist, College Adjunct Professor in Textile Design, Studio Artist, and High School Studio Art and Art History Teacher. She has a B.F.A. from Caldwell University in NJ and an M.A. from FIT and Parsons in NY. Camille believes strongly that we learn from each other, and that sharing our talents is part of experiencing art! | | |
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| | Introduction to Fluid Art Saturday, 8/31, 1:00 PM-3:00 PM Have you ever wanted to create an abstract painting but weren’t sure how to start? If so, fluid art—also called [acrylic] pour painting, flow art, liquid art., etc.—might be just what you’re looking for! In this interesting workshop, Deana Murchison will show you several different ways to do acrylic pours. Then, you'll create your own unique works of art! | | |
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| | Zentangle®: Basics & Beyond Friday, 9/6, 1:00 PM-3:30 PM Zentangle® is an easy-to-learn, relaxing way to turn structured patterns into tiny (3.5” x 3.5”) masterpieces that can be assembled into a larger mosaic. In this workshop, you will learn how to use “strings” to create boundaries within a paper tile, how to create several tangles, and, finally, how to shade your designs to increase their depth and richness. | | |
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| | Introduction to Alcohol Inks Saturday, 9/14, 1:00-4:00 PM Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably heard of the newest and most exciting media to hit the art community: alcohol inks. Their popularity is well-deserved! With very little effort or experience, you can create incredible textures, brilliant colors, and intricate patterns on a wide variety of surfaces. Deanna Murchison will show you how! | | |
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| | Mosaic Coaster Saturday, 9/21, 1-4 PM If you like doing puzzles, you'll love doing mosaics! In this fun and easy workshop, Purple Crayon owner, Pam Robbins, will teach you what a mosaic is, the materials and tools you need to create one, what to consider when designing a piece, and how to do it. By the end of the class, you’ll have created a pretty—and practical—coaster to showcase your new craft! | | |
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| | Wet Felted Bowl Fri, 9/27, 1-4 PM & Sat, 9/28, 1-3 PM Wet felting, the process of applying water to layers of wool and repeatedly agitating them until the fibers weave together, has become very popular in the past few years. It’s fun, easy, and, in this workshop, useful! In just a few hours, you will create a beautiful bowl using only wool fibers, a plastic resist, soap, water, and good old fashioned “elbow grease.” | | |
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| | Eco Printing: Beyond Basics Saturday, 10/12, 12-5 PM Take your eco printing skills to the next level! In addition to employing basic eco-printing techniques, in this workshop, you'll learn to apply color from natural sources, including cochineal (fuschia), osage orange (yellow-orange), and logwood (blue-purple). While white backgrounds are wonderful, you’ll love the transformation color creates! | | |
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| | Fun with Landscapes Thursday, 10/17, 10:00 AM-12:30 PM Release your “inner artist”—which we all have—by learning how to draw! It's easier than you probably think! In this fun and stress-free class, you’ll learn a new skill and create a beautiful landscape in the process. Basic drawing concepts learned can be applied to other art mediums, too! | | |
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| | Dot Mandala Painting Saturday, 10/19, 1:00-3:00 PM In Buddhist culture, mandalas are said to transmit positive energy to the environment and to the people who view them. Learn how to create your own dot mandala painting with local artist, Deana Murchison. This new art craze is fun, easy, calming, and very addictive! | | |
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Fun with Faces Wednesday, 10/30, 10:00 AM-12:30 PM New day and time! If you've ever wanted to do something creative but didn't know where to begin, this workshop is for you! In this fun and stress-free class, you’ll play with drawing faces. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a lovely portrait to hang on your wall, and you’ll have developed a drawing style that is uniquely yours! Best of all? You’ll have had a great time doing it! | | |
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Creativity Circles & Other Members-Only Events |
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Collaging: Mon, 1-3 PM Reading: 2nd Mon, 7-9 PM Creative Cluster: 2nd Tue, 10-11 AM Stitching: Tue, 1-3 PM Quilting: Thu, 1-3 PM Drawing & Painting: 1st & 3rd Sat, 10 AM-12 PM Mosaicking: 2nd & 4th Sat, 10AM-12PM | | |
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