Spend a weekend learning several types of paper marbling with Cristina Hajosy. Make a mountain of unique paper designs for use in mixed media projects, collage, bookbinding, greeting cards, calligraphy, or printmaking. Many cultures have explored the notion of floating colors on the surface of liquids as a way to create decoration. Each style of marbling has its own design potential, color saturation, workflow, and even predictability. We’ll cover Turkish Ebru, Japanese Suminagashi, and several modern variations. Each student will have their own vat for printing. All materials are included, along with great paper and cardstock choices, custom colors, and course handouts. January 9 and 10, 2016 from 10am to 4pm
Read the rest of this post...Beyond the Book IX – Group Exhibition – Boston Public Library, Brighton branches, Nov 21, 2015 to Jan 23, 2016
The Book as Art! Here’s your opportunity to explore an amazing selection of artist’s book, altered books, and related book arts. Beyond the Book IX is an exhibition specifically of works of art in book- or book-like form. Meet and greet many of the artists. Light refreshments served at the Opening Reception – Saturday, November 21 from 11am – 1pm. Exhibition runs November 21, 2015 — January 23, 2016 at both Brighton & Faneuil Branches, Boston Public Library
Read the rest of this post...Mixed Media Workshop – Surface Treatment – New Art Center – Winter 2016
This 5-week workshop will explore surface treatments for papers within mixed media arts. Complexity in layering, building textures and depth, finding personal imagery that is elevated by this background. Students will learn how to work with paste paper, marbling paper and additional paper techniques to create various surfaces that allow for a build-up of layers. Once the background is created students will be able to finish their paintings exploring creativity freely, developing personal imagery.
Read the rest of this post...Mixed Media Workshop – Photo Based and Image Transfer – New Art Center – Winter 2016
Photo-based imagery within mixed media has become very popular. Along side other collage materials, image transfers give the artist an ability to layer and control the transparency of the ingredients in their artworks. This workshop will focus on the use of photographic images in non-traditional ways, especially image transfers and surface treatments. Solvents, acrylic gel medium and adhesive transfers are some of our projects.
Read the rest of this post...Friday Night Out – Private Marbling Workshop – January 15, 2016
An evening experimenting with paper marbling. Start off the New Year with a creativity session at Hajosy Arts. Friday, January 15 from 6 to 10pm. Paper Marbling Workshop
Read the rest of this post...2015 Holiday Open House – December 5/6
Come join Cristina at her Holiday Open House! Saturday, December 5 from noon to 8pm and Sunday, December 6 from noon to 6pm. Visit Hajosy Arts for unique holiday gifts, artist’s books, fine art prints and photography, and an intimate look at the art education and creativity that she shares. Gift certificates for private instruction, art playdates, and group classes available! Open House discounts on upcoming art workshops for the Winter term. Learn more about what Cristina teaches, the techniques and projects that are covered, and how to harness more creativity in your art practice and life.
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