Workshop: Natural Mineral Painting with Jennifer Rugge, Earth Artist $125
Become an Earth Artist! Welcome to participants of all levels and abilities! Mix and apply natural earth minerals into paints onto wood. Learn how to use non-toxic and earth friendly processes to create a safe studio environment and artworks. Visit ancestral roots that link Art to the Earth in this one day workshop, Sunday December 3, 2023, 11 am – 3:30 pm.
Program description: Participants are introduced to earth paints, making pigments from natural minerals and mixing paints with different binders. Prepare wood canvas surfaces with the addition of handmade and up-cycled papers. Design a composition using charcoal and/or pencil. Patterns and templates are available to use for drawing and designing. Participants will engage in processes that show how to integrate and use natural products to create earth-friendly Art, to explore ancient methods (to include early Italian processes to Paleolithic cave dwellers) and to transform a studio space into an earth friendly environment.
Skill levels: All participants are able to create at their own comfort level of expertise. All workshop supplies are included. But you are welcome to bring any papers, special brushes and 2-4oz. jars (for paints). Please bring a lunch, drinks and wear comfortable clothes.
Piper J Gallery: : (530) 386-7735
10250 Donner Pass Rd. Truckee, CA 96161
Hope you can make a workshop and begin the journey to earth friendly Art! Enjoy! Jennifer
PS: As of today, mark March 30, 2024 to participate in a Natural minerals painting workshop at Blue Line Arts in Roseville, 11 am – 4 pm. More workshops may be scheduled after the New Year. January and February can bring weather and travel delays. Spring seems to be a better time.
Jennifer Rugge 