Sulmona, ITALY
'6 Step Textile Artistry in Abruzzo'
With Averil Stuart-Head
8th August to 15th August 2012.... also
12th Sept to 19th Sept 2012
Both these classes are going ahead as scheduled.
There are still some vacancies.
Registrations will remain open until
5th August 2012 for the August class
and until 10th Sept for the Sept class.
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 Averil Stuart-Head
| '6 Step Textile Artistry in Abruzzo' With Averil Stuart-Head Arrival Date 8th August 2012 Departure 15th August 2012 ******************* .... also Arrival date 12th Sept 2012 Departure 19th Sept 2012
************************** Join me for an amazing week exploring each of the 6 integral steps. Each step has a different method and technique. They all come together to create a memorable keepsake of your 'Adventure of a Lifetime' here in Abruzzo, Italy. You will learn: To colour your fabric with paint. Design process, line, form, composition, contrast and texture. 3 different methods of image transfer. Raw edge collage, making silkpaper, stamping, stencilling. You will also learn: To burn and distress fabric with heat gun. Embellish with different forms and textures. Free motion machine quilting. How to use gold leaf. Different methods of binding or finishing your art work. ************* Our first day will see us heading off into Sulmona. This ancient city is around 400 years older than Rome. It is pandora's box, just waiting for you to discover all it's nooks and crannies. This is what your journey is all about. This is the ancient city of your dreams. Sulmona is drop dead gorgeous at this time of year. The balconies are over flowing with hues of brightly coloured geraniums and petunias. You will stroll around the city capturing images of a bygone era. On returning to the classroom, we are going to use these images to develop our theme. We will print out our photo's and learn a few methods of transferring them onto our prepared cloth. From there we are going to utilise the stash...we will rip, tear and manipulate our fabric until we achieve the desired affect. Learning elements of design as we go. Line, form, composition, contrast and texture. We will build up layers to create diverse textures and interesting effects. We will create more interesting effects by introducing some stamping and stencilling to the art piece. Make silk paper, then use it for blending into your art. To pull all components together we will finish by free-motion machine stitching to produce a cohesive piece of art work. Learn how to add gold leaf to highlite your work. Experiment with different finishing bindings. You can email Averil, if you have any questions: avehead@gmail.com
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In this class you can forget about tradition and rules, out they go with the dish water, so to speak.
During the course of the class I will talk about some of the humorous and complicated situations I have found myself, whilst living in Italy. I will answer any questions about buying a house and living here. Day to day life here and how I manage to live here without knowing the language. (Though, it is getting better)
I am a firm believer in students being able to finish one, two and maybe three art pieces. I think it is beneficial for you to be able take a finished or almost completed piece of artwork home with you. Plus, because we are going to use a photo of our surroundings, you will always have a memento of your amazing time in Italy
Class members will be really astounded by what they will accomplish and achieve in this workshop.
This is such fun class with many surprising twists and turns.
The many different techniques you will learn in this class will benefit textile, fibre and quilt artists for years to come and will be a great advantage to their future projects.
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I also have private classes for up to 3 students at my house and studio in Introdacqua.
2 day classes, 3 day classes and 5 day classes. Inquire here avehead@gmail.com
Here are some examples of Ave's art work
Both these classes are going ahead as scheduled.
There are still some vacancies.
Registrations will remain open until
5th August 2012 for the August class
and until 10th Sept for the Sept class.
Book your place in Averil's class now and save $255.00.
Normally $US2250.00.
Early bird price is now only $US1995.00 (approx 1500.00 Euros)
Payment is in 2 installments.
First installment on registration is $US995.00
The final payment of $US1000.00 is due on the 30th May 2012 for the August class.
The final payment of $US1000.00 is due on the 4th July 2012 for the September class.
You will be sent a reminder invoice.
Register for Averil Stuart-Head. Class Code # avhe12
Just one more reminder. By registering your place in this class, means you have read, understood and agree to abide by the terms and conditions relating to Abruzzo School of Creative Art.
Once you have booked and paid for this class, you will be sent a confirmation email verifying the class you have selected.
Abruzzo School of Creative Art.
The property of: Averil Stuart-Head. CEO
Office:
Introdacqua. AQ 67030
ITALY
