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SUMMARY:Beginners Mixed Media
DESCRIPTION:In this hands-on class beginners will dive into the vibrant and layered world of mixed media over 5 Saturday sessions! You’ll explore the creative process in three stages: sketching and writing about your chosen subject, transferring your design to paper, and then bringing your painting or drawing to life with ink, watercolor, colored pencils, chalk and more!\nAlong the way, you’ll enjoy instructor demonstrations of key techniques and learn how to use sketches, notes, and memories to develop a piece that feels complete and satisfying.\nWhether you’re new to mixed media or looking to deepen your skills, this class will help you develop a richer understanding of mixed media and bringing your ideas to life.\nBy the end of the course, you’ll not only have new skills and artwork to show for it, but a deeper understanding of how different materials can work together to create powerful, character-rich art.\nJoin us, and turn your creative spark into something extraordinary!\nSaturdays, 11:30 am-1:30 pm, Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27, Oct. 4\nThis class will repeat in October. See our Eventbrite page to find that class.\n$100, General Admission OR $60, Reduced Admission (if needed)\nBoth Admission prices include all 5 sessions, the same supplies, the same instruction. All supplies are included.\nFree street parking is available on weekends.\nAbout the instructor: “My name is Sergio Martinez (on IG, @_bella.noche_ ) and I am a private art instructor based out of Springfield. I trained and apprenticed under Niko Chocheli’s Atelier (2017-2022) in PA. I have been teaching mixed media painting and drawing in a variety of institutions and privately for 5 years. My teaching has a focus on both beginners and intermediate artists, I provide personalized instruction tailored to each student’s needs and interests, fostering an encouraging environment for artistic exploration and growth. Whether you’re just starting your artistic journey or looking to refine your skills, I am here to guide you every step of the way.” Check out this video for an introduction to Sergio!\n
URL:https://makeitspringfield.org/events/beginners-mixed-media-sept/
CATEGORIES:multimedia
LOCATION:286 Bridge St., Springfield, MA
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