For the sake of organizing a web-based class, we (Tom and I) normally divide a category into breakout rooms, the place as they work, they talk about amongst themselves what their group’s identify shall be. It’s at all times a enjoyable second for Tom and I when new names are revealed. As we speak you’ll meet the “P’s in a Pod Plus One.”
The members of this week’s P’s in a Pod Plus One (named after their topics: Folks x 2, Porcupine, Pig—and a Roseate Spoonbill) are made up of Liz Imperato, Becky Manske, Linda Draft, Sylvie Aguilar, and LeahGrace Kayler, all of whom have taken a minimum of one class with me earlier than. They knew what they have been doing for positive and I believe you’ll agree that the progress they made was proof of that truth. Liz Imperato even completed quilting one of many two portraits of her surfer-boy son (picture above) quickly after class ended!
In final week’s publish, we featured “The PeeWee Pleasure.” For those who missed seeing the colourful critters created by that gifted group of girls, verify them out right here.
As with all my courses, the sources college students have to attract on past my in-class suggestions included the Material Collage Grasp Class. Not too long ago up to date and now obtainable as a subscription, the Grasp Class gives steering for all facets of the approach, from selecting material to ending and hanging—pre-class, throughout class, and each time wanted after class.
Now, time to share the in-progress work of the remaining 5 ladies of this very enjoyable class. Thanks all for an amazing week—you encourage me, in addition to others, with the time and dedication you give to your artwork. Following every particular person’s classwork photographs are their “Present and Share” photographs from our mid-week after-class night collectively—together with pictures of their more and more “messy” studios—which in my thoughts interprets to “productive.” 😉 Get pleasure from!
Click on on any small picture beneath, to see it bigger and to scroll by means of that gallery grouping.
Sylvie Aguilar
Sylvie joined us from Massachusetts—her aim for the week was to put aside the brighter saturated colours she normally works with and problem herself to work with paler pastel colours, particularly pinks, for her latest barnyard portrait. As you’ll learn in Sylvie’s story beneath, issues can considerably change in the middle of every week’s class!
From Sylvie:
I made a decision some time again to do a barnyard collection that would come with a cow, sheep, pig and horse or donkey. That is #3 of the collection.
Sylvie Aguilar
I’ll by no means work with pastels once more!!! All of my work to date has been made with sturdy vibrant colours. Working with pastels for this one ended up being a significant battle. A lot so, that on day 3, I made a decision to begin over utterly. I simply couldn’t really feel it in my intestine. It made it very troublesome to make any sort of progress that I used to be pleased with. Lesson realized. Comply with your intestine feeling or instinct. And don’t be afraid to begin once more. It made all of the distinction for me. In 2 days, I used to be in a position to make nice progress as a result of I used to be feeling it. Oink-tavia and I have been pleased once more.
Sylvie Aguilar Present and Share
Linda Draft
Linda joined us from Wisconsin—her aim for the week was to get a very good begin on what she knew can be a memorable but troublesome topic—to make it “recognizable, colourful, and enjoyable.” Her “Girdwood (Alaska) Gal” can be a problem for anybody, however Linda jumped in and “caught” with this porcupine, getting Girdwood’s face and paws in place—with just some extra quills to go.
From Linda:
I took the image of the porcupine whereas on a visit to Alaska. We went on an tour to the Wildlife Conservancy Middle and it was there that I noticed the porcupine and she or he ‘posed’ for a photograph I actually appreciated.
Linda Draft
Maybe as a result of educating was my career, I believe I can acknowledge excellence in educating. (However I may be biased. ???? ) Susan is likely one of the most insightful, affected person, thorough, PATIENT (what number of occasions did she draw that nostril and chin – and but I took a very long time to get it) and has a wonderful grasp of how you can convey a pupil alongside of their journey (Fowl by Fowl). And TOM – stored every part transferring ahead, was additionally wonderful in fixing our glitches and I liked when Susan requested him his perspective on the work being reviewed. He clearly has a expertise for anatomy and recognizing the place a pupil is struggling as nicely. You two make an amazing crew.
Linda Draft
Linda Draft Present and Share
Liz Imperato
Liz joined us from California—her objectives for the week have been to have enjoyable along with her first collage of a human face, to go slowly and to work with values to create type (versus counting on modifications of shade). Properly, as you’ll see beneath, aside from “go slowly,” she did a improbable job working with values in each portraits of her son—and it appeared like she additionally had enjoyable.
From Liz:
This quilt “Surfer Boy” was began in Susan Carlson’s on-line zoom class. It’s a image of my son when he was 10 and it jogs my memory of him browsing as a toddler. These have been particularly good occasions.
I selected the topic of my Collage as a result of I wished to discover ways to make a human face with material and the picture of my son introduced again a lot of recollections.
Liz Imperato
Liz Imperato
Liz Imperato Present and Share
LeahGrace Kayler
LeahGrace joined us from Florida, and was solely in a position to attend the category for 3 days—her aim for these days was to create a background for her attractive (beforehand collaged) roseate spoonbill. She particularly wished to make use of a wide range of values along with her colours to “deepen the look of the piece.” (I like the picture LeahGrace despatched us, beneath, of her changing into her quilt topic!)
From LeahGrace:
I dwell in Florida for a part of the yr. The spoonbill is my favourite Florida hen, not just for its grace and majesty, but additionally for all that it symbolizes in varied cultures – transformation, hope, sensitivity, self-acceptance, stillness…
LeahGrace Kayler
This can be a great class, very supportive – Susan meets you wherever you’re in your studying curve, fantastically inventive, and numerous enjoyable. You may be amazed at what you accomplish as you discover your inside artist. I study one thing new with each collage I make. It’s been a improbable journey!
LeahGrace Kayler Present and Share
LeahGrace Kayler
LeahGrace Kayler
Becky Manske
Becky joined us from Wisconsin, and her aim for the week was to, “get a very good grasp” and good begins on each her granddaughter and beloved pup’s faces. That is Becky’s third portrait of a kid, and this one appeared to movement fantastically out of her from the very begin—studying a lot with each bit she creates—which is one other good aim.
From Becky:
My granddaughter Brynna wished a canine. Her mother didn’t, so we received her stuffed canines for her particular days. Someday she opened the current and was annoyed at getting a stuffed canine trigger she wished an actual canine. She checked out her mother and mentioned “I need one with blinking eyes!”—as she blinked her personal eyes. Mother lastly gave in a number of months later and shocked her with Roxy. They’re now greatest associates and Brynna has plans to be a Veterinarian at some point.
Becky Manske Present and Share
February 6, 13, 20, 27, 2025 — 7 pm, Jap Time
Fantastical Material Collage Fish Zoom Comply with-Alongside
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BONUS VIDEO: February 2025 Fish Comply with Alongside Spotlight
How are you aware when it’s time to attach? One trace is if you run out of pins. One other, as within the case beneath, is when the pins begin getting in your method. This video demonstrates how I tack issues in place with glue with the intention to safe my collage as I work—and to unencumber pins so I can add extra material!
ALL 2025 LIVE ONLINE CLASSES ON SALE
Openings in Our Subsequent Stay On-line Intermediate-Superior Class
March 10-14, 2025
We nonetheless have availability in our March Stay On-line Class. This class is held by way of Zoom and is for many who have some expertise with my technique of Material Collage. Please see registration particulars beneath.
See this weblog publish for particulars of 2025’s Stay On-line Lessons and hyperlinks to Stay On-line Lessons. Peruse extra “(Not) On the Street” on-line class posts right here.
March 10-14, 2025
Stay On-line Class—Intermediate-Superior—class dimension most 8 college students
Most Class Dimension: 8
Worth: $1,495 $1,295
To Register: This class is for college students on the intermediate or superior degree. It is best to have a grasp of the basics of material collage earlier than beginning this class, ideally by means of taking a previous class with Susan, or having labored by means of the Grasp Class or different eWorkshop. Please submit your request to register to Tom ([email protected]) and he’ll ship you the hyperlink to register or ask for additional info. Thanks.
Different 2025 Stay On-line Lessons
June 23-27, 2025
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November 17-21, 2025
Stay On-line Class—Intermediate-Superior
Most Class Dimension: 8
Worth: $1,495 $1,295
To Register: This class is for college students on the intermediate or superior degree. It is best to have a grasp of the basics of material collage earlier than beginning this class, ideally by means of taking a previous class with Susan, or having labored by means of the Grasp Class or different eWorkshop. Please submit your request to register to Tom ([email protected]) and he’ll ship you the hyperlink to register or ask for additional info. Thanks.
