ONE LAYER AWAY
An edited and recorded version of a workshop originally held live via Facebook in 2020. Please note that as this was originally a Live Workshop on FB, there will be the comments, asides, pauses, blips, and bumps that come with a live event.
One Layer Away is a two-hour online class all about the layers. I will guide you through the process of creating mixed media backgrounds with depth, dimension and detail. In this workshop we will be building up a surface, layer by layer, with supplies and techniques both traditional and innovative. This class is designed to help you embrace an approach to creativity that is all about freedom, working without a plan and letting the layers be your guide.
We will discuss strategies to help you start a piece, make choices along the way, and know when you are done. Topics such as composition, color selection, and mark making will be touched on. All in a fun-filled, jam-packed, whirlwind session during which you will always be only one layer away from magic.
The Skinny
- The workshop is hosted on YouTube.
- The class includes 2 hours of instruction in one video
- Cost of the workshop is $25USD.
- There are no refunds once registered.
- Once you complete your purchase, you will receive an email (from either Seth Apter or Janene Kalb and usually within 24 hours of registering) that includes a direct link to the workshop.
- The supply list can be found in three places: in this listing, in the PDF you will receive a link to when you register, and in the instructional email.
- Please do not share the workshop link as it is meant only for paid participants.
Supply List:
-This class was designed to focus primarily on basic supplies that most of you are likely to already have but if you are missing something, feel free to substitute.
-At least 3 sheets of heavyweight watercolor paper (140lb/300g) in your choice of size. I will be demoing on an 8x8 inch square.
-Fluid acrylic paint in your favorite colors
-Ink pads both dye ink and permanent.
-Paint brushes.Please note that the layers I create are best achieved using inexpensive chip brushes in both ½ and 1inch sizes.)
-Palette knife
-Water container -Craft mat or paint palette
-Glue stick
-Heat tool
-Unmounted background/mark making stamps
-Washi tape
-Mark Makers. I will be using Signo Uniball white gel pens, Marabu Art Crayons and Stabilo All pencils in assorted colors – but anything you have will work.
-I will be using textured wallpaper but you can substitute any embossed or textured paper or material.