Fun with Jane Davies

I have to tell you what a wonderful time we had in Jane Davies' "Working in Multiples" workshop in Wisconsin two weeks ago!  I learned a lot, laughed even more and made some wonderful new friends.  The weather on White Sand Lake was beautiful most of the week so it was easy to stroll outdoors for a stretch break.


The first of the week we worked on abstract paintings incorporating mixed media and many, many layers while Jane filled our artistic arsenals with tons of techniques.  

Later in the week we created our own collage papers and then developed our skill at abstract collage while learning how pattern, scale, color and value come in to play.

She worked us hard but is fun, energetic, encouraging and generous with her knowledge.  We loved that she called us all "girrrls" and played the jazz ukele as entertainment.  If you haven't taken a class (online or in person) I encourage you to do so if you are interested.  You won't be disappointed, but hurry, as they fill up quickly.

This is just a sampling of some of my work from the class. Some of these will be making it into my Etsy shop soon.  Jane has a post on her blog with many, many anonymous photos of other student work from the class as well as some of her work.  Here is the link: Workshop Photos

I am considering joining Red Bubble and as I think some of these collage pieces would be dynamite as tote bags or contemporary pillows.  What do you guys think? Does anyone out there have experiences with "Red Bubble" or "Society 6"? Feedback is always appreciated.

As always, thanks for stopping by!
Jan
Visit my Etsy shop:  Jypsy Studio

Life Gets in the Way Sometimes

Okay, I found that moving 1,000 miles away and starting a new job sure gets in the way of your social media time. In any case, I'm back!  

Here is the long overdue posting of the Spring article that Art Journaling Magazine did on my small little vintage paper collages that I put in a simple ring bound book. I use all original vintage photos and papers in these collage pieces, no photocopies. Hope you enjoy looking.  

Also, I took a workshop two weeks ago from the wonderful Jane Davies and learned so many great things that I cannot wait to try them out on my collages. I will post tomorrow morning details about the workshop and photos of the work we created.  Stay tuned and, as always, thanks for stopping by and I enjoy comments!

Jan
Visit my Etsy shop Jypsy Studio. Also look for me on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter!