Polymer Clay Techniques

Saturday's Polymer Clay Techniques led by Dee was an intensive and informative class that introduced participants to the endless possibilities of working with this medium. The use of push molds, texture, layering, mica powder and antiquing with paint was fully explored. Final embellishments included gems and touches of Lumiere metallic paint that gave each piece that "bling factor". Students left with six beautiful tags that could be used as ornaments or gifts. This class was the perfect introduction to polymer clay in preparation for a future class called Mosaic Mirrors, where students will make their own clay titles and adhere them to a mirror frame.

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Mixed Media Techniques Fit for a Queen

Saturday's Mixed Media Painting Discovery Workshop hosted by The Queen's Ink in Savage Mill, Maryland, proved to be yet another fabulous journey into self-expression and TRUST! Sharon set the tone initially by having everyone take a few mediative moments to let go of all their hassles and worries. She asked everyone to create the mindset that this class would be about trusting their intuition. Students were put to the test immediately as they quickly and decisively selected their paint palette consisting of three colors. It was apparent from the start that this group of women were willing to put their fears and self-doubt (about painting) aside and let their inner wisdom shine through. As each one of the 12 steps was revealed, the paintings began to take on a life of their own reflecting personal affirmations and colorful expression. Although this class was designed for artists with little or no painting experience, it was surely a testament that we all have the creative force within us that is just waiting to be released. And release it - they did! Everyone left with a "ready to hang" canvas while knowing confidently in their hearts that we are all "Queen of the Arts".

At last...

I love Etta James. I love this cabinet. I love the price I paid for this cabinet - $5. What I disliked was the cabinet was never organized. So finally, after many moves, lots of life changes, it is at last the way I always envisioned it...ORGANIZED!

You want light weight wire, in the jewelry drawer. You want a mango ink pad, in the ink pad drawer. You want a large fern stamp, in the foam stamp drawer. Heaven, I'm in heaven...

And the winner is...

Congratulations Joy,

winner of the ShaDeeLa "Embrace Your Art" Basket and envy of all!

Have fun creating.

Hello Creative Souls!

February is an art-filled month for ShaDeeLa. Visit our WORKSHOP SCHEDULE for the details, including dates, workshop descriptions and supply lists.

BISHOP’S STOCK SPECIAL!!!

Register* by February 5th for one (or both!) of ShaDeeLa’s FEBRUARY Creative Workshops at Bishop’s Stock Gallery and you’ll automatically be entered in a drawing for our “Embrace your ART” gift basket. Filled with creative supplies and surprises, the basket is valued at over $50!

The drawing will take place on Saturday, February 12th at 3 pm.
Call Ann Coates at Bishop’s Stock Gallery to register today 410-631-3555.
Email ShaDeeLa Creative Workshops at ShaDeeLaWorkshop@aol.com with any questions.

We hope to see you soon!
Sharon, Dee and Deb

*Registrant must be paid in full by the day of the workshop in order to qualify for the drawing.
This drawing applies for workshops on Friday, February 11th and Saturday, February 12th
at Bishop’s Stock. Participants that have already registered have been included. Limit to one entry per person per workshop.

Messages.....

There is nothing better than having a daily reminder of life's important messages to keep you grounded and centered in this crazy world. That is exactly what student's walked away with after completing the Message In a Bottle workshop held at Queen's Ink. Deb provided instructions to transform a blank canvas into a beautiful piece of art work. Students used painting techniques to layer color and create depth, as well as decoupage techniques to add special messages and wisdom cards. At the end of day, everyone had a beautiful piece of artwork that showcased their creative talent and personal insight.

Heading to Snow Hill

We are heading to Snow Hill for a weekend of creative workshops at Bishop's Stock. The fun will begin Friday night with a Wine and Tag workshop. Create six personalized gift tags and a wine gift bag, while sipping some reds and whites selected from the Bishop's Stock offerings. Class price is $37, which includes all supplies and a $15 credit towards a Bishop's Stock wine purchase.*

On Saturday morning, come nurture your creative spirit with the Nurture Threads Framed Affirmations workshop. You will transform a simple unfinished frame to encase a beautiful piece of art. Using fabric, golden thread, paint, rubber stamps and images from the ShaDeeLa Creative Collage sheets, you will learn techniques to design and layer images to create depth and focal interest. Class price is $48.

Don't miss out on all the fun! Call Ann Coates at Bishop's Stock (410.632.3555) today to register.

Advance registration required. Workshop space is limited.

*No cash back on the $15 wine credit.

A Little Retail Therapy.....

is just what we need as we head into the fall. Start by updating your studio.

Look for the newest stamps, the latest collage sheets and the most recent ink colors at Queen's Ink in historic Savage Mill. Proprietor Patti Euler keeps up with the latest art trends and makes sure to keep the best and most unique items in stock.

If your creative soul needs some direction with these new purchases, then be sure to check out the Queen's Ink class schedule. With natural light and open space, the QI studio is the perfect place to recharge and have some fun.

Don't forget to sign up for the ShaDeeLa Nurture Threads and Soul Affirmation classes. Space is limited and filling fast.