Creating a special box to house an artist’s book, a portfolio of prints, or a personal treasure can be one of the most satisfying ways to finish a project. The craftsmanship of a well-made box, in some cases, will eclipse what’s inside. The box provides a protective enclosure while creating an expectation in the viewer and an immediate, tactile connection with the holder. Come explore the possibilities with Cristina Hajosy in her home art studio, Hajosy Arts. Wednesday, January 8, 2020 from 10am to 4pm.
Read the rest of this post...Dos Equis Hand-sewn Books – Sunday, Nov. 24 – Eliot School
Hand-bound books create unique formats for presenting photography, prints, and mixed media artworks. Learn techniques for both soft-bound and hard-bound versions of this flexible book structure. The name comes from the 2-needle stitching that crosses back and forth between the signatures or folded sections of the book interior. Decorative papers, book cloths and bead selections will be available in class. All levels welcome. Sunday, November 24, 2019 from 10am to 2pm with book artist, Cristina Hajosy.
Read the rest of this post...Friday Night Paper Marbling with Tapas – Nov 22 and Dec 13 – Hajosy Arts
Join Cristina Hajosy for an art workshop exploring the decorative art of paper marbling. We’ll focus on Turkish-style marbling. This method, “Ebru”, can produce lovely figurative designs of fish, flowers, birds, and abstract shapes or go with the traditional combed patterns. Your floating designs may be free-form, combed, or even blown. Paper Marbling with Tapas from 6-10pm at Hajosy Arts, Canton, Mass. Friday, November 22 and Friday, December 13.
Read the rest of this post...Book Arts for Printmakers and Photographers – Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019 – Hajosy Arts
This all-day workshop takes the bookmaking process from start to finish with a focus on book structures especially suited for prints and photographs. Join Cristina in her Canton studio, Wednesday, November 13, 2019 from 10am to 4pm. All materials, technique handouts, and lunch included.
Read the rest of this post...Hajosy Arts/Vagonion at Boston Art Book Fair – Nov 8-10 at Boston Cyclorama
We’re excited for the return of the Boston Art Book Fair 2019 at Boston Center for the Arts’ Cyclorama! Hajosy Arts is proud to be an exhibitor at this show again. Get the latest volumes of her feminist zine, Vagonion, along with new stickers, adult coloring books, and tons of blank books and small editions. November 8-10, 2019
Read the rest of this post...Friday Night Paper Marbling with Tapas – October 18 – Hajosy Arts
Join Cristina Hajosy for an art workshop exploring the decorative art of paper marbling combined with some Spanish-inspired Tapas. We’ll focus on Turkish-style marbling. This method, “Ebru”, can produce lovely figurative designs of fish, flowers, birds, and abstract shapes or go with the traditional combed patterns. Your floating designs may be free-form, combed, or even blown. Paper Marbling with Tapas from 6-10pm on Friday, October 18, 2019 at Hajosy Arts, Canton, Mass.
Read the rest of this post...Star Books Workshop – Eliot School – Sept 22
Star Books, an artist’s book workshop with Cristina Hajosy at The Eliot School. Sunday, September 22, 2019. A handmade star book can be presented as an artist’s book or as a hanging ornament. Excite viewers with the visual movement and performative qualities of this unusual book structure. Learn basic bookmaking techniques and experiment with hand-marbled papers, mixed media and collage scraps to customize your books.
Read the rest of this post...Paper Marbling with Tapas – Friday Night – Sept 20
Join Cristina Hajosy for an art workshop exploring the decorative art of paper marbling. We’ll focus on Turkish-style marbling. This method, “Ebru”, can produce lovely figurative designs of fish, flowers, birds, and abstract shapes or go with the traditional combed patterns. Your floating designs may be free-form, combed, or even blown. Marbling with Tapas from 6-10pm on Friday, September 20, 2019 at Hajosy Arts, Canton, Mass.
Read the rest of this post...Boxes, Slipcovers, Closures – Hajosy Arts Workshop – Wednesday, July 24
Creating a special box to house an artist’s book, a portfolio of prints, or a personal treasure can be one of the most satisfying ways to finish a project. The craftsmanship of a well-made box, in some cases, will eclipse what’s inside. The box provides a protective enclosure while creating an expectation in the viewer and an immediate, tactile connection with the holder. Boxes, Slipcovers, Closures. Adult workshop with Cristina Hajosy at Hajosy Arts, Canton, MA. Wednesday, July 24, 2019 from 10am to 4pm.
Read the rest of this post...Saturday Night, July 13 – Paper Marbling with Tapas – Hajosy Arts workshop
July Paper Marbling with Tapas! Join Cristina Hajosy for an art workshop exploring the decorative art of paper marbling. We’ll focus on Turkish-style marbling. This method, “Ebru”, can produce lovely figurative designs of fish, flowers, birds, and abstract shapes or go with the traditional combed patterns. Your floating designs may be free-form, combed, or even blown. Marbling with Spanish-inspired Tapas dinner from 6-10pm on Saturday, July 13, 2019 at Hajosy Arts, Canton, Mass.
Read the rest of this post...Paper Marbling with Tapas – Friday night, May 31 – at Hajosy Arts, Canton
May Art Playdate: Yeah, adult can have playdates, too! Join Cristina Hajosy for an art workshop exploring the decorative art of paper marbling. We’ll focus on Turkish-style marbling. This method, “Ebru”, can produce lovely figurative designs of fish, flowers, birds, and abstract shapes or go with the traditional combed patterns. Your floating designs may be free-form, combed, or even blown. Marbling with Tapas from 6-10pm on Friday, May 31, 2019 at Hajosy Arts, Canton, Mass.
Read the rest of this post...Paste Paper Workshop – May 19 – Eliot School
Paste paper is traditionally used for endpapers and book covers, offering a textural and colorful alternative to marbling. See some historical and contemporary approaches, then create your own. Start with a traditional method, then learn ways to make more creative and painterly versions. Join book artist, Cristina Hajosy in this messy, creative exploration on Sunday, May 19, 2019 from 9am to 1pm at the Eliot School in Jamaica Plain, Boston.
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