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News(posted on 21 Aug 2011)
the Hands on Children's Museum... has asked me to be a judge for their Sand in the City sand sculpture contest. I did it last year and it was a blast plus I was given tickets to the Soiree ... dropped off my donations [two PMC pendants and a mini collage] ..... Friday, August 26: 10 am - 4 pm (FREE!) Team Sand Sculpting Competition 6 pm - 7:30 pm Seaside Soirées - (pre-registration required - 21 & over 7 pm - 11 pm Sand Blast! Waterfront Gala – www.hocm.org/
Current Exhibits
Whimsical Sumi-e Met Vets Solo Exhibit July- September 2011 Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital, 401 Fawcett Avenue, Suite 100, Tacoma, WA 98402 (253)274-0225 www.metvetpets.com
Circles This show highlights the circle as an organizing principle found in artworks that are both realistic and abstract. Show Dates: June 16 – Oct. 17, 2011 Site location: University House Wallingford, 4400 Stone Way N, Seattle Charlotte Beall curator
“V" LAW's 5th Anniversary! Juried Group Lowell Art Works Five-Year Anniversary Celebration! August 2006 - August 2011 Opening Reception:Saturday,August 20th, 4-9 PM Show Dates: August 20th -October 8th, 2011 Lowell Art Works, 5205 S. 2nd Ave., Everett, WA 98203
Up-Coming Exhibits
2011 Soirée at the Schmidt Auction – donated “Lazy Swipe” Sumi-e for this fundraiser. Saturday, September 10th at the Schmidt Mansion in Tumwater, WA. Alexis Sarah Marketing and Fundraising Intern Garden-Raised Bounty(GRuB) www.goodgrub.org bounty@goodgrub.org 2016 Elliott Ave NW; Olympia, WA 98502 Phone: 360-753-5522 / Fax: 754-1244
Olympia Fall Art Walk – I’ll be showing at two venues Friday Oct 7th from 5-10pm and Saturday Oct 8th from 11am-4pm Arts Walk at City Hall Urban Onion Restaurant, 116 Legion Way,
September 9th - Functional/Dysfunctional - functional art AND/OR art about functionality or functional/dysfunctional relationships/things Avanti Art & Design - 7317 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103 Hours: Tues-Fri 11-6 and Sat 11-4
25th Anniversary Puget Sound Sumi Artists - Handforth Gallery Handforth Gallery, Tacoma Public Library - Sept 10-Oct 21 Location: 1102 South Tacoma Ave, Tacoma Hours: Mon-Thurs from 9 to 9 and Fri-Sat from 9 to 5 Reception: Saturday Sept 10 from 1 to 3pm
25th Anniversary Puget Sound Sumi Artists - University of WA Reference Library Second exhibit celebrating 25th Aniversary of the Puget Sound Sumi Artists from Sept 16 - Dec 30, 2011 location: Reference Library U of WA, 1900 S Commerce/S 19th and S Pacific Ave, Tacoma Hours: Monday-Sunday from 9 -5pm No Reception
Signed up for making a piece of Quilt Project memorabilia for auction. Who: Artists, Crafty Types and Celebrities in Portland and especially beyond.
BAC Gallery in Bainbridge Is WA http://www.bacart.org Was asked to donate to their October Crab Fest fundraiser... Poetry Reading at Fort Nisqually Oct 15th at 2pm On Saturday, July 16, I participated in a workshop titled Place and Persona facilitated by Tacoma Poet Laureate – Josie Emmons Tuner. The free workshop examined the writing of poetry from the viewpoint of an imaginary person. Participants explored Fort Nisqually [which is within Point Defiance Park] and the surrounding area of the park… then wrote and shared draft poems. Oct 15th starting at 2pm, participating poets from that workshop will read their work in the Great Room.
30 Days of Creativity: October 1st - October 30th - artists create thirty 8"X10" pieces of work in thirty days. V.I.P. Preview Night: November 30th and Public Sales Event: Thursday December 1st - Exhibition Sale Event at the Tashiro-Kaplan Artist Lofts in Seattle.http://30DayArtChallenge.com
Enso Center's Family Art Exhibit 2011 - November 4th-6th at Enso Center for International Arts, R8708 196th Ave NE Redmond, WA 98053 A reception for all artists and their family and friends will be held Friday, November 4th from 7:00-9:30 pm.
Flow art gallery and studio Holiday Exhibit 3rd Thursday Art Walk Nov 17th from 5:00-8:00 pm. Exhibit ends on Dec 15th. Location: 301 A Puyallup Ave. in Tacoma’s Dome District. Owner: Andrea Erickson
Waiting to hear from the jury for the Friends of the Library &POSSCA Art Sale… Nov 19th and 20th at the Armory on Legion…
EE-I-EE-I-ho ho ho Exhibit: farm based them for the holidays Bainbridge Arts and Crafts Gallery in Bainbridge Is ,WA http://www.bacart.org I’ll have 3-5 pieces as part of this group exhibit in December...
I plan to enter these exhibits: Avanti Art & Design - 7317 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103 Hours: Tues-Fri 11-6 and Sat 11-4 October 14th - Masquerade - create works about masks, alternate personas, or what is hidden/what is outwardly shown. masks/costumes not required, but most definitely encouraged.
November 11th - 7 Deadly Sins. works about: pride/vanity, envy, gluttony, lust, wrath/anger, greed, or sloth.
December 9th - Annual Art/Gift Extravaganza! Eclectic $200 and under show - Artist's choice of medium, but all work is to be priced at $200 or under. This is the PERFECT show to include any artist's prints/small pieces that can be bought & taken for holiday gifts!
A BOOK ABOUT DEATH SEATTLE MAILING ADDRESS: Almendra Sandoval QUETZALCOATL GALLERY
Started to work on my Sketchbook Project: 2012 picked the theme: Writing on the Wall INFO:$25 dollars for the "sketchbook", turn it back in by Feb 2012 - has a great tour of cities. Each participant receives a blank sketchbook that will be exhibited on the 2012 tour and cataloged permanently in the Brooklyn Art Library. Sign up to join the 2012 Sketchbook Project or for info contact Art House Co-op www.arthousecoop.com (posted on 27 Jul 2011)
Greetings everyone - Hope everyones summer is going well... pretty crazy weather in the PNW. Hardly seems like summer one minute; next minute roasting because so used to lower than normal temperatures... Best, Ellen Miffitt Sales: At the Brick House gallery exhibit in April/May, I sold four Sumi-e in plastic sleeves… it’s nice to know they went to good homes – Thank you to the patrons…
Also received a payment from Art-o-Mat http://www.artomat.org and need to get 100 blocks done that are sitting on my counter …for a long time! Sold some cards at BAC Gallery in Bainbridge Is WA http://www.bacart.org , Traditions in Olympia WA http://www.traditionsfairtrade.com and Shoreline Gallery in Lake Forest Park, WA The-Gallery-at-Towne-Centre/small-works-and-gifts.htmlThanks for purchasing my cards!
Bainbridge Arts and Crafts – Rental Program: My whimsical Sumi-e cats are hung Silverdale Harrison Medical Center, in the lobby of Pediatric Rehab, Bremerton, WA. Upcoming projects: 30 Day Art Challenge I signed up for this exhibit... The Forgotten Works Challenge is now officially... 30 Day Art Challenge - http://www.30DayArtChallenge.com exhibit @ T.K. Artist Lofts #308, 115 Prefontaine Place South Seattle, WA98110 I’ve signed up to participate in Sketchbook 2012 News about the Sketchbook 2011 Tour http://30DayArtChallenge.com 2011 not only brought us 28,000 new artists, it also brought us the opportunity to travel the country with 10,000 truly amazing pieces of art. We jam-packed the Austin Museum of Art and we had a line all the way to the next block on 1st Ave in Seattle, WA. We met amazing families in Washington, DC and had 3,500 books checked out in San Francisco. And best of all, every single book has been checked out, for a total of more than 26,000 views — so far! Sketchbook 2011 also allowed us to have a full-time staff of people who work their butts off to make sure this tour goes off without a hitch. I have never met a more dedicated team then the five people that drove your 10,000 books well over 17,000 miles in a giant box truck. They endured everything from snow to 100-degree days. They even had four flat tires during their travels. I personally have never felt so dedicated and worked so hard to make this the most amazing tour possible! Though things took longer and we had some unexpected hiccups, I hope that everyone understands the magnitude of a 10,000-book nationwide tour. In the past four months we have digitized over 5,000 sketchbooks from all over the world, exhibited 10,000 books around the country and created a home for them in Brooklyn, NY that is growing every day!
Poetry Workshop News On Saturday, July 16, I participated in a workshop titled Place and Persona facilitated by Tacoma Poet Laureate – Josie Emmons Tuner. The free workshop examined the writing of poetry from the viewpoint of an imaginary person. Participants explored Fort Nisqually [which is within Point Defiance Park] and the surrounding area of the park… then wrote and shared draft poems. Mike McGuire at Fort Nisqually has said that they would indeed like the participants to return and read the poems that were created at the Fort during the workshop. A date in October will be announced. Information about the Tacoma Poet Laureate program is available at http://www.tacomaculture.org/arts/PoetLaureate.asp.
Art Rageous Saturday, August 6, 2011, 11- 4 pm Auburn's Les Gove Park, 11th ST SE & Auburn Way S, Auburn WA This free one-day art extravaganza invites you to create and celebrate art in the park. The third annual ArtRageous includes hands-on all-ages art activities, local art organizations, professional artist demonstrations, 20+ art vendors, food booths, and a special Wonderland: Alice Adventure all-ages escapade you will not want to miss! Hands on Art - I’m presenting Sumi-e Performances Art Vendors Current Exhibits Whimsical Sumi-e Met Vets Solo Exhibit July- September 2011 - Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital, 401 Fawcett Avenue, Suite 100, Tacoma, WA 98402 (253)274-0225 www.metvetpets.com
Circles This show highlights the circle as an organizing principle found in artworks that are both realistic and abstract. Show Dates: June 16 – Oct. 17, 2011 Site location: University House Wallingford, 4400 Stone Way N, Seattle Charlotte Beall curator Dropped new Sumi-e cards at: Traditions 300 5th Ave SW, Olympia, WA White Dove Gallery 5934 88th Street SW in Lakewood, WA Bainbridge Arts and Crafts 151Winslow Way East, Bainbridge Island, WA Classes: Finishing up the Children’s Summer Art Classes… Check out the fall schedule here… https://sites.google.com/site/ellenmiffittartist/ [specific for class info]
Online Shops: http://www.zazzle.com/Nine_Lives_Studio images on a variety of products http://www.etsy.com/shop/NineLivesStudio - PMC jewelry http://ellen-miffitt.fineartamerica.com – prints/cards
(posted on 25 Nov 2010)
Holiday Greetings to One and All
Hope this note finds you in good health and well being… These first few storms have been wilder than usual and I hope you weathered them safely.
Holiday Exhibits: "Emergence" has been selected to be part of the “Nativity” Exhibit for Gallery at Capitol Hill Presbyterian. The gallery will be open Sunday, November 28th: 5:00-8:00 pm (Artists’ Reception) -- Saturday, December 4th: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm (Community ArtsFest – workshops, benefit auction, cake walk and other activities for all ages) -- Thursday, December 9th: 5:00-8:00 pm (Capitol Hill Arts Walk/ Blitz) -- Friday, December 24th: 6:00 pm (Christmas Eve Service) as well as by appointment Mon.-Fri. 10 am-2 pm: call 206-285-2282 to schedule a visit. Art Door auction fundraiser to support Tacoma Art Place Date: Thursday Dec. 2nd. Location: Speakeasy Arts Cooperative, 746 Broadway St.,Tacoma, WA 98402 Neo-Kitsch: national small works showcase exhibition at ArtsWest. Exhibiting two mini sumi-e cats images. The dates of the exhibition are December 5 – 24, 2010. Please join us at the opening reception on December 9 from 6 – 7:30pm. ArtsWest Playhouse and Gallery, 4711 California Ave SW. Seattle, WA 98116 206.938.0963 x 115 www.artswest.org ART for EQUAL JUSTICE 12.11.10 - I'll be donating several pieces of Sumi-e for this fundraiser that will be held at the Tacoma Art Museum on Saturday, December 11, 2010 - A gala (black tie optional) evening and art auction to support equal justice programs in Pierce County providing access to justice for low-income people facing civil legal issues. See www.tacomaprobono.org for more information
Holiday Cards Physically my Sumi-e regular or holiday cards and block print cards may be seen at Traditions, Olympia or at Bainbridge Arts & Crafts on 151 Winslow Way East, Bainbridge Island and at The Gallery at Towne Centre 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park, WA.
Other items with my art images I have opened a small “store” on CafePress http://www.CafePress.com/9LivesStudio and larger one on Zazzle. Products include cards, apparel, mugs, calendars… http://www.zazzle.com/Nine_Lives_Studio
Give the gift of creativity - classes make great gifts for the holiday. Winter Classes Senior Services for South Sound Arcylic Class - register January 12, 13 & 14th - Friday January 21 - 9 weeks - 2 hour - Friday 1:30 to 3:30 pm $30 fee paid to instructor, material list available upon registering - contact Chris Quimby @ 586-6181 ext 123 or activitiesdir@southsoundseniors.org 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501
Children's Book Illustration Tuesday Jan 4 – Feb 22 from 6 to 8pm – 8 classes Enroll in this information packed class and become acquainted with the concepts of design, storyboarding and dummy construction of a children's picture book. At first the participants will work to illustrate popular fairytales, folktales, fables and legends from around the world. Discussion with a simple critique checklist will improve storyline, characters, setting and dialogues. Class time and handouts provide students with the basic tools to continue working on projects at home. For the first class, please bring pencils and a medium sized drawing pad additional materials and supplies will be discussed in class. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gove/experienceit Call 360.753.8380
Make Prints, Make Books – Wed Jan 5 – Feb 23 from 6 to 8 pm – 8 classes This hands-on class will focus on combining simple book structures and beginning printmaking techniques to make small edition arts books. Easy to learn bookmaking such as the Japanese stab binding stitch book will lead students to understand the formal qualities of the book. Simple printing processes like linoleum cut and monoprint will be covered for students to learn how to combine text with image. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gove/experienceit Call 360.753.8380
Draw into Print – Mon, Jan 24-Feb 7, 6-8pm - 3 classes This class will focus primarily on incorporating the drawn line into your prints and mixed media work. An intriguing hybrid among printmaking techniques, monoprints and collagraphs are a unique combination of two processes, monoprints are drawing, painting and printing, while collagraphs involve the combination of collage and printing. Techniques taught can be used to enhance mixed media art. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gove/experienceit Call 360.753.8380
Painting What You Love Monday Feb 28- April 18 from 6 to 8 pm- 8 weeks This course is an instructional class for beginning in acrylic paint that will cover the essential elements of competent drawing skills, good composition, accurate values, exciting color harmonies and expressive textures. A course outline and materials list will be mailed upon registration. Participants provide their materials Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gove/experienceit Call 360.753.8380
Finger Painting on the Moon Tue March 1 – April 19th from 6 to 8 pm – 8 classes Jump start your creative side! Awaken the muse within no matter how dormant you may feel your muse is. With activities designed to lead you gently into a creative space, everyone will enjoy this adventure. We will work with a variety of drawing materials and explore how to develop our personal voice. Students will practice ways to overcome the fear of the blank page and find ways to start a series or develop a theme. This will be a mixed media extravaganza full of tips and prompts for a creative soul. A great way to test the water if you are just beginning or for the experienced artist to go deeper. Supply list available upon registration. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gove/experienceit Call 360.753.8380
Painting with Water Soluble Colored Pencils Wed March 2 – April 20th from 6 to 8pm – 8 classes Want the look of watercolor and the control of colored pencil? Water-soluble colored pencils can match anything watercolor do, plus have the ability to create effects impossible with watercolor. Discover this medium's exciting versatility. Learn about materials, tools, and techniques, and then apply this information to create a painting. Participants bring watercolor paper & watercolor pencils to class. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gove/experienceit Call 360.753.8380
Saturday Classes Resolution Collage in a Container Saturday Jan 8 from 9:30-3:30pm bring a lunch Start the New Year by visualizing your desires and goals into permanence, In this workshop, we will create a work of art around and inside a container or box using a variety of intriguing techniques. Many of us have collections of ephemera in the form of old photographs, postcards, buttons, twine and found objects from everyday life to use to collage the box. After transforming it into a work of art, students will create an altered paper doll as resident. For the Beginner to Experienced Student. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gove/experienceit Call 360.753.8380
Studio Notecards Saturday Jan 22 from 9:30 to 3:30pm bring a bag lunch Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gove/experienceit Call 360.753.8380
Watercolor: Textures and Techniques Supply list upon registration Sat. Feb 5 from 9:30 to 3:30pm material In this workshop you will try 15-20 techniques for achieving textures and special effects in your watercolors. You will employ colored pencils in the wash, ink line, markers, salt, wax paper, crayon, and other materials with the washes, both while wet and when dry. The morning will be spent exploring these materials and in the afternoon you will complete a work combining 5 or 6 different techniques. Some painting experience required. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gove/experienceit Call 360.753.8380
Introduction to Mandalas Sat. Feb 12 from 9:30 to 3:30pm The word “mandala” is a Sanskrit word that is over 2300 years old translated as “circle” or “sacred center”. Circular patterns have been used throughout time in many cultures, including the Tibetan and Native American, as tools for centering and healing. In this workshop we explore the history of mandala patterns and create our own personal mandala, using oil pastel, colored pencil and collage. Using principles of geometry and symmetry present in nature, along with your own personal creativity, you will come away with new knowledge of yourself. This should be a time to let go, to play with color and design, and to have fun. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gove/experienceit Call 360.753.8380
Clipboard Assemblage Art – Sat Feb 26 from 9:30 to 3:30pm Create a unique clipboard assemblage using your favorite collage items, paints and mementos. Learn how to manipulate various media including acrylics, fabric, paper, text and wire. You may even dedicate your piece to a meaningful person, event or place in your life. This will be a journey you won’t forget! Supply list available at registration. Note students please bring clipboard or other surface for a base. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gove/experienceit Call 360.753.8380
Art of Handmade Paper Sat March 26 from 9:00 to noon Not only is making homemade paper a fun experience for you, but it's a good way to recycle waste into wonderful possibilities such as greeting cards, artwork, decoration for envelopes and more. Making paper is a fun way to express your creativity. A supply list with directions for making a simple mold & deckle in class will be mailed with your registration confirmation. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gove/experienceit Call 360.753.8380
Block Printing: Linoleum Cut – Saturday April 9 from 9:30 to 3:30pm Learn techniques for the relief printmaking process using the flexibility and ease of linoleum. A relief is achieved by carving into the surface using special tools to leave raised images. These images are then inked and printed without a press to create a dynamic and textured print that can have many layers and colors. Students have the option of creating a multi-block image or themed cards to exchange with students to complete an edition. Open to both teens and adults. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gove/experienceit Call 360.753.8380
Auburn List Auburn Parks & Recreation 2840 Riverwalk Dr Se, Auburn, WA 98002 (253) 931-3907 www.auburnwa.gov
Resolution Collage in a Container Saturday Jan 15 from 9:30-3:30pm bring a lunch - material fee $3 Start the New Year by visualizing your desires and goals into permanence, In this workshop, we will create a work of art around and inside a container or box using a variety of intriguing techniques. Many of us have collections of ephemera in the form of old photographs, postcards, buttons, twine and found objects from everyday life to use to collage the box. After transforming it into a work of art, students will create an altered paper doll as resident. For the Beginner to Experienced Student.
Make Prints, Make Books – Sat. Feb 19 from 9:30-3:30 pm – $7.00 material fee - bring a lunch This hands-on class will focus on combining simple book structures and beginning printmaking techniques to make small edition arts books. Easy to learn bookmaking such as the Japanese stab binding stitch book will lead students to understand the formal qualities of the book. Simple printing processes like linoleum cut and monoprint will be covered for students to learn how to combine text with image.
Painting with Water Soluble Colored Pencils Please note – this date will have to be changed – I goofed and have a class scheduled for Oly P, A & R … first time I ever did this! Sat March 26 from 9:30 to 3:30pm Bring a lunch Want the look of watercolor and the control of colored pencil? Water-soluble colored pencils can match anything watercolor do, plus have the ability to create effects impossible with watercolor. Discover this medium's exciting versatility. Learn about materials, tools, and techniques, and then apply this information to create a painting. Participants bring watercolor paper & watercolor pencils to class.
Block Printing: Linoleum Cut – Saturday April 16 from 9:30 to 3:30pm Material fee $10 bring a lunch Learn techniques for the relief printmaking process using the flexibility and ease of linoleum. A relief is achieved by carving into the surface using special tools to leave raised images. These images are then inked and printed without a press to create a dynamic and textured print that can have many layers and colors. Students have the option of creating a multi-block image or themed cards to exchange with students to complete an edition. Open to both teens and adults.
Watercolor: Textures and Techniques Sat. May 7 from 9:30 to 3:30pm – bring watercolor paper, brushes, watercolors [dry or tube], water dishes and a bag lunch - Some painting experience required. In this workshop you will try 15-20 techniques for achieving textures and special effects in your watercolors. You will employ colored pencils in the wash, ink line, markers, salt, wax paper, crayon, and other materials with the washes, both while wet and when dry. The morning will be spent exploring these materials and in the afternoon you will complete a work combining 5 or 6 different techniques.
“You-Don’t-Need-To-Know-A-Thing” Collage Sat. June 4 from 9:30 to 3:30pm $5.00 material fee - bring a lunch Collage offers versatility and flexibility. Free your creative spirit with this fast-paced, upbeat “You-Don’t-Need-To-Know-A-Thing” Introduction to Collage. Come prepared to learn the basics of collage, materials, and techniques in a supportive environment. Emphasizing fun - catch the spontaneity of a child: finding objects, bits & pieces in the most unlikely places and putting a puzzle together.
Introduction to Sumi-e Sat. August 20 from 9:30 to 3:30pm $4.00 material fee - bring a lunch Instructor Ellen Miffitt will introduce you to the four treasures: ink stick, ink stone, brush and paper. The simplicity and spontaneity of brush painting begins by learning to hold the brush, making the basic strokes, and loading the brush to create tones and depth. The goal is to break away from logical thinking and to be spontaneous in expressing with the brush.
Centralia Community College, ) 7 600 Centralia College Blvd, Centralia WA 98531-4099 Phone: (360) 736-9391 Toll-free from Olympia: 753-3433 36-9391 http://www.centralia.edu/
Make Prints, Make Books – Sat. Jan 29 from 9:30-3:30 pm – $7.00 material fee - bring a lunch This hands-on class will focus on combining simple book structures and beginning printmaking techniques to make small edition arts books. Easy to learn bookmaking such as the Japanese stab binding stitch book will lead students to understand the formal qualities of the book. Simple printing processes like linoleum cut and monoprint will be covered for students to learn how to combine text with image.
Painting with Water Soluble Colored Pencils Sat March 19 from 9:30 to 3:30pm –no material fee – bring a lunch, watercolor pencils and pad of smooth watercolor paper 90 to 140 lb and a small brush or two. Want the look of watercolor and the control of colored pencil? Water-soluble colored pencils can match anything watercolor do, plus have the ability to create effects impossible with watercolor. Discover this medium's exciting versatility. Learn about materials, tools, and techniques, and then apply this information to create a painting. Participants bring watercolor paper & watercolor pencils to class.
Wishing you the best Holiday ever! Ellen Miffitt Nine Lives Studio PO Box 11133 Olympia, WA 98508-1133 www.nine-lives-studio.com https://sites.google.com/site/ellenmiffittartist/ [specific for class info]
(posted on 2 Jun 2010)
Hi Folks...
Where is spring, feels more like winter with all this rain...
hopefully cancels the prediction of summer droughts!
I've listed my venues that carry my original blank note cards, upcoming classes and exhibits below...
State of the Arts carries my "Heart" collage cards for anniversary/birthdays...
Traditions carries my original Sumi-e note cards
Bainbridge Arts & Crafts, Bainbridge Is. carries my original Sumi-e note cards and book marks...
Rhapsody in Bloom on 6th in Tacoma carries my Sumi-e blank note cards
Tacoma Metal Arts Center 711 St. Helens St. carries my "Heart" collage cards
Thanks for your continued support!
SPRING AND SUMMER Classes
Adult:
Painting with Water Soluble Colored Pencils Monday June 7-28 from 6 to 8pm
Want the look of watercolor and the control of colored pencil? Water-soluble colored pencils can match anything watercolor do, plus have the ability to create effects impossible with watercolor. Discover this medium's exciting versatility. Learn about materials, tools, and techniques, and then apply this information to create a painting. Participants bring watercolor paper & watercolor pencils to class. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gov/experienceit
Art of Handmade Paper Saturday June 12 from 9 to 1 pm Not only is making homemade paper a fun experience for you, but it's a good way to recycle waste into wonderful possibilities such as greeting cards, artwork, decoration for envelopes and more. Making paper is a fun way to express your creativity. A supply list with directions for making a simple mold & deckle in class will be mailed with your registration confirmation. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gov/experienceit
Call 360.753.8380
Travel Sketching/Watercolor/Pencil Workshop June 26th from 9 to 2pm
Ever wonder why we rarely relive our travels through photos? Perhaps because taking a photo requires so little investment of one’s attention. Artistic journaling slows your pace, as you observe a scene for at least as long as it takes to sketch it. Journaling is solely for pleasure – it doesn’t require that you be an accomplished artist. Regardless of skill level, you’ll be amazed how quickly your drawing and watercolor skills improve – within hours! We'll visit and sketch some of Olympia’s interesting locales. By the end of the workshop, you’ll be dedicated to journaling. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gov/experienceit Call 360.753.8380
Collage: Exploring the Written Word through Art Saturday July 10th In this workshop, participants will create a series of five small collages, each with a Muse/Guide as the focal point. Creative people visually benefit from stretching their ‘writing legs.’ Likewise, for writers to confront visual material enhances their own process. After the completion of each collage, a short paragraph based on a writing prompt/exercise will be completed that ties into the particular piece of artwork like “Is this Muse/Guide trying to tell you something?” Material fee $5.00 Auburn Parks & Recreation 2840 Riverwalk Dr Se, Auburn, WA 98002 (253) 931-3907
Travel Sketching/Watercolor/Pencil Workshop July 17th from 9 to noon Ever wonder why we rarely relive our travels through photos? Perhaps because taking a photo requires so little investment of one’s attention. Artistic journaling slows your pace, as you observe a scene for at least as long as it takes to sketch it. Journaling is solely for pleasure – it doesn’t require that you be an accomplished artist. Regardless of skill level, you’ll be amazed how quickly your drawing and watercolor skills improve – within hours! By the end of the workshop, you’ll be dedicated to journaling. Centralia Community College, 600 Centralia College Blvd, Centralia WA 98531-4099 www.centralia.edu
Travel Sketching/Watercolor/Pencil Workshop July 24th from 9 to noon Ever wonder why we rarely relive our travels through photos? Perhaps because taking a photo requires so little investment of one’s attention. Artistic journaling slows your pace, as you observe a scene for at least as long as it takes to sketch it. Journaling is solely for pleasure – it doesn’t require that you be an accomplished artist. Regardless of skill level, you’ll be amazed how quickly your drawing and watercolor skills improve – within hours! By the end of the workshop, you’ll be dedicated to journaling. Auburn Parks & Recreation 2840 Riverwalk Dr Se, Auburn, WA 98002 (253) 931-3907 Handmade Artist's Journals – Saturday August 14 from 9 to 3:30pm Mixed Media, Watercolor - In this workshop, fabric, embroidery floss, paper, paint, gesso, inks, and crayons are many of the mediums you use to create unique handmade stitched books which can be a personal journals or a record of a particular event or holiday. Construct books from scratch with decorative and unique covers and learn how to make wonderfully rich, organic pages and decorate them with stitching, incorporate windows, flaps, found objects, material, threads, beads and embroidery to create a richly embellished book. If you have an idea for a book, bring items you may want to put in your book/journal to use as inspiration - photos, dried flowers, leaves, tickets, letters, post cards, interesting poetry or prose, or any other kind of printed memorabilia. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gov/experienceit Call 360.753.8380 Handmade Artist's Journals – Saturday Aug 14 from 9 to 3:30pm
Mixed Media, Watercolor - In this workshop, fabric, embroidery floss, paper, paint, gesso, inks, and crayons are many of the mediums you use to create unique handmade stitched books which can be a personal journals or a record of a particular event or holiday. Construct books from scratch with decorative and unique covers and learn how to make wonderfully rich, organic pages and decorate them with stitching, incorporate windows, flaps, found objects, material, threads, beads and embroidery to create a richly embellished book. If you have an idea for a book, bring items you may want to put in your book/journal to use as inspiration - photos, dried flowers, leaves, tickets, letters, post cards, interesting poetry or prose, or any other kind of printed memorabilia. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gov/experienceit Call 360.753.8380
Kids classes
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gov/experienceit Call 360.753.8380
Draw Your Own Comic Book Ages 8-12 July 6-9 (Tues-Fri), 9 to noon
Have you always wanted to create your own comic book? Have you been wondering if you could come up with your own super characters or silly family? Join this class to draw, doodle, and have oodles of creative fun! Learn how develop your ideas into a story line which then is translated into character studies for your comic strip. Get the ideas out of your head and into reality through basic drawing, sequencing, writing, production and character development techniques. Simple supply list will be printed on registration receipt.
On receipt: Please bring a snack. Supplies: drawing pad/sketchbook, drawing pencils, eraser, markers and black marker or ink pen.
Fantasy Sculpture Ages 8-12 July 19-23 9:30 to noon
Create imaginative, playful animals, monsters and masks using self-hardening clay, papier-mâché, found objects and wood. Students will learn about form, space and have a lot of fun! All supplies included in class fee.
On receipt: Please bring a snack. All supplies & materials included in class fee.
Art in the Middle Ages and Today Ages 8-12 July 19-23 1 to 3:30pm
Come explore medieval art and its influence in today's time! Student projects will include creation of a contemporary coat of arms, illuminated page, gargoyle sculpture, simple woven tapestry, and faux stain glass design. They will also learn about contemporary artists who combine text, symbols and images in altered books and create an altered book of their own.
On receipt: Please bring a snack. All supplies included in class fee.
Art from Around the World Ages 8-12 July 26-30 9:30 to noon
Take a trip with your creativity and imagination! Discover the secrets of art from faraway places. Create a range of art projects derived from various cultures around the world. Both 2D and 3D processes will be covered. Enjoy painting, drawing and mixed media as we learn about different countries. Simple supply list printed on registration receipt.
On Receipt: Please bring a snack. Please bring an all purpose sketch pad, pencil & eraser to class.
Ocean and Marine Life Art Adventure Ages 8-12 July 26-30 from 1 to 3:30pm Based on ocean theme, children will explore art materials and create different projects such as Paper Mache` fish, beach treasure wreath, ocean creature sock puppet, collage beach scene, mono print 'Swimmy' type story and much more! All supplies & materials included in class fee.
On Receipt: Please bring a snack. All supplies and materials are included in class fee.
Art Sampler Ages 8-12 August 2-6 from 1 to 4
Through the use of paint, pastels, watercolors and other materials explore nature from Aardvarks to Zebras and beyond. Students will be guided through step-by-step drawing and painting techniques that include subject development using basic shapes, shading, blending and the development of an environment/background. Simple supply list will print on registration receipt.
On receipt: Please bring a snack. Students need to bring a basic all purpose drawing pad.
Manga Ages 12-16 August 9-13 9 to noon
Are you a fan of anime and manga? In Japan, people of all ages read manga ['whimsical pictures']. Are you interested in learning to draw in the black and white manga style - then this is the class for you! Illustrate your action-adventure, comedy, or fantasy writing in a single episode - to be continued in the next issue or collection of stories. Basic drawing skills and more that you need to know to develop your characters and storyline. Bring sketch book and pencil to class.
On Receipt: Please bring a snack. Supplies needed: Sketch book and pencil.
Explorations in Watercolor Ages 12-16 August 9-13 1 to 4pm
Each day students will imitate an American watercolor artist's unique use of color, method of applying paint and subject matter. This is a great way for teens to gain skills, learn about American artists, and gain a sense of their own personal expression. All supplies included in class fee.
On receipt: Please bring a snack. All supplies and materials included in class fee.
Shelton Parks & Recreation Draw Your Own Comic Book Ages 8-12 August 16- 20 from 9 to noon
Have you always wanted to create your own comic book? Have you been wondering if you could come up with your own super characters or silly family? Join this class to draw, doodle, and have oodles of creative fun! Learn how develop your ideas into a story line which then is translated into character studies for your comic strip. Get the ideas out of your head and into reality through basic drawing, sequencing, writing, production and character development techniques. Please bring a snack. Supplies: drawing pad/sketchbook, drawing pencils, eraser, markers and black marker or ink pen.
Shelton Parks & Recreation - Shelton Civic Center, 525 West Cota Street, Shelton, WA 98584 - 360-426-9731
Art from Around the World Ages 8-12 August 16- 20 from 1 to 4 pm
Take a trip with your creativity and imagination! Discover the secrets of art from faraway places. Create a range of art projects derived from various cultures around the world. Both 2D and 3D processes will be covered. Enjoy painting, drawing and mixed media as we learn about different countries. Material fee covers all supplies. Please bring a snack.
Shelton Parks & Recreation - Shelton Civic Center, 525 West Cota Street, Shelton, WA 98584 - 360-426-9731
Exhibits: Invitational Salon Exhibit of Small Works Dates: Friday May 28 to Saturday July 10, 2010 - Opening reception: Friday May 28th, 6:30 to 9 pm Location: New Arts Program, 173 West Main Street, Kutztown, PA 19530-0082 "2010 Equine Art: The Horse... and a Whole Lot More" exhibit co-sponsored by Emerald Downs and WA Thoroughbred Foundation [WTF]. Preview party and reception July 7 at 7 pm at Emerald Downs. Exhibit runs from July 7th to Sunday July 11th
6x6x2010 - You Asked For It! Fundraiser - June 5 - July 11, 2010 6x6x2010 Online Gallery - Rochester Contemporary Art Center, Rochester NY "Redemption," a temporary, curated multimedia gallery running June 6-13. Submissions need not be overtly "religious." Encarta defines redemption as "the act of saving something or somebody from a declined, dilapidated, or corrupted state and restoring it, him, or her to a better condition." Redemption transpires on many levels, spiritual and physical, from the everyday to the epic.
Sunday, June 6: 5:00-8:00 pm (Artists’ Reception) Capitol Hill Presbyterian, 1729 Harvard Ave., Seattle, WA 98122
Artist Exhibit Studio 229 on Broadway, Seattle WA. They are part of the Capitol Hill art walk "the Blitz". Check out their web site at www.studio229.net will hang for two months - October-November 2010 Solo Exhibit for the months of November and December Maple Leaf Lutheran Church 10005 32nd Ave. NE Seattle, WA 98125 (posted on 18 Apr 2010)
Happy Spring... at least I think its finally here! Olympia Spring Art Walk is next weekend - April 23 & 24th. I'll be doing a Family Activity Friday night on Washington Street and my work will be displayed upstairs in the Urban Onion on Legion during Friday and Saturday. Traditions has my original Sumi-e blank note cards for sale and Deb at State of the Arts has my Heart Collage blank cards for any time you want to express it with hearts! The Gallery Bainbridge Arts & Crafts also carries my Sumi-e note cards if you happen to travel up to Bainbridge Island. If you travel to Shelton, check out my murals at Ah Badabing Pizza place in the old "E" building. Yummy pizza! Here are other places to view my art or writing: www.nine-lives-studio.com Walk in Beauty, Ellen Miffitt Current Exhibits Art-Through-The Mail- Campaign @ Lebanon Art Factory
Post-Art-Cards displayed at the Refuge Gallery Space, 12 N (th Street, Lebanon, PA - Opening reception April 9th from 5 to 8PM www.lebanonartfactory.org There is an online gallery - p6 has my images - 90 artists & 200 post cards - Exhibit hangs for the month of April
Whimsical Sumi-e accepted for the month of April Rotating Artist Exhibit by Stephanie Crocker, owner & baker, for the Sugar Bakery + Cafe, 1014 Madison Street, Seattle, WA 98104 (206) 749-4105 Hours: M-F 7am-6pm and Sat 9am-1pm Exhibit dates - April 1 to May 14th http://www.sugarbakerycafe.com
Splendorporium’s Mail In Art Show - Opening Friday, April 2 from 7-9 pm - Exhibit hangs for a month - Location: 3421 SE 21st Ave., Portland OR 97202 www.splendorporium.net
2010 Invitational Salon Exhibit of Small Works
Exhibit Dates: Friday May 28 to Saturday July 10, 2010 - Opening reception: Friday May 28th, 6:30 to 9 pm Location: New Arts Program, 173 West Main Street, Kutztown, PA 19530-0082
6x6x2010 - You Asked For It! Fundraiser
Rochester Contemporary Art Center, Rochester NY
- June 5 - July 11, 2010 6x6x2010 Online Gallery Preview Hours: June 2, 3 & 4, 1-10pm Opening Reception & Artwork Sale: June 5, 6-10pm Purchased Artwork Pick-Up: July 11, 12, 13 & 14, 1-7 pm Each artwork will be 6x6 inches square and signed only on the back, to be exhibited anonymously. All artworks will be for sale to the public for $20 each to benefit Rochester Contemporary Art Center. Artists' names will be revealed to the buyer only upon purchase and all artworks will remain on display for the duration of the exhibition. "2010 Equine Art: The Horse... and a Whole Lot More" exhibit co-sponsored by Emerald Downs and WA Thoroughbred Foundation [WTF]. Preview party and reception July 7 at 7 pm at Emerald Downs. Exhibit runs from July 7th to Sunday July 11th
Classes and Workshops: Introduction to Precious Metal Clay May 1 from 9:30 to 3:00pm Precious Metal Clay, fine silver in clay form, is used to create unique jewelry pieces in a short amount of time and then is simply fired in a kiln. Explore creating hollow beads and forms, construct a pendant, use patina and create your own unique jewelry in this class. Before working directly with the PMC, modeling clay will be used to explore the basic forming techniques. After you have gained the basic skills needed to work with Precious Metal Clay, the creative possibilities are endless. Materials and supply list will be forwarded to all registered students. PMC price depends on cost of silver, approximately $35-45. Centralia Community College, 600 Centralia College Blvd, Centralia WA 98531-4099 www.centralia.edu
Watercolor: Textures and Techniques Monday May 3-24 from 6-8pm
In these classes you will try 15-20 techniques for achieving textures and special effects in your watercolors. You will employ colored pencils in the wash, ink line, markers, salt, wax paper, crayon, and other materials with the washes, both while wet and when dry. Part of the class will be spent experimenting and then completing a work combining different techniques. Some painting experience required. Supply list will print on registration receipt.
On Receipt: Supply list: Brushes- typical brushes for watercolor are #8 round brush, #4 round for detail and a 1' flat for wash [broad application].
Paint Set or Tube paint and a palette [a white plate or commercial palette]. Paper- Use any watercolor pad, block or loose paper with a weight of #140. Most WC paper is cold press [rough texture] or hot press [smooth surface]. Strathmore has a pad with samples of various papers. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gov/experienceit
Ready! Set! Draw!: Drawing from the Right Side Tuesday May 4-June 22 6 to 8 pm Have you always wanted to draw - are looking for a way to express your creativity? This basic course in drawing will introduce the participant to a number different exercises that help you understand how an artist sees. These will include: upside down drawing; contour and gesture drawing; the value scale and blending techniques; and using a basic unit and sighting. Suggested reading The New Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain by Betty Edwards. Bring a soft pencil (4B is good), an eraser and a sketch pad no smaller than 8 x 11 to class. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gov/experienceit
Introduction to Basic Enameling Wednesday May 5-26 from 6-8:30pm
The art of creating with enamel on metal is a well-documented art form. Come learn basic enameling procedure and simple techniques such as stenciling, sgraffito, overglazes and underglazes on copper. No prior metalwork experience necessary. The instructor will fire the pieces. All supplies and firing included in class fee. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gov/experienceit
Introduction to Precious Metal Clay May 15 from 9 to 3:30
Precious Metal Clay, fine silver in clay form, is used to create unique jewelry pieces in a short amount of time and then is simply fired in a kiln. Explore creating hollow beads and forms, construct a pendant, use patina and create your own unique jewelry in this class. Before working directly with the PMC, modeling clay will be used to explore the basic forming techniques. After you have gained the basic skills needed to work with Precious Metal Clay, the creative possibilities are endless. Materials and supply list will be forwarded to all registered students. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gov/experienceit Call 360.753.8380
Introduction to Sumi-e Wednesday June 2 -30th from 6 to 8 pm
Instructor Ellen Miffitt will introduce you to the four treasures: ink stick, ink stone, brush and paper. The simplicity and spontaneity of brush painting begins by learning to hold the brush, making the basic strokes, and loading the brush to create tones and depth. The goal is to break away from logical thinking and to be spontaneous in expressing with the brush. Materials provided for the first class students purchase their own paper for the remaining classes. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gov/experienceit Call 360.753.8380
Introduction to Precious Metal Clay June 5th 9:30 to 3:30
Precious Metal Clay, fine silver in clay form, is used to create unique jewelry pieces in a short amount of time and then is simply fired in a kiln. Explore creating hollow beads and forms, construct a pendant, use patina and create your own unique jewelry in this class. Before working directly with the PMC, modeling clay will be used to explore the basic forming techniques. After you have gained the basic skills needed to work with Precious Metal Clay, the creative possibilities are endless. Materials and supply list will be forwarded to all registered students. Auburn Parks & Recreation 2840 Riverwalk Dr Se, Auburn, WA98002 (253) 931-3907
Painting with Water Soluble Colored Pencils Monday June 7-28 from 6 to 8pm
Want the look of watercolor and the control of colored pencil? Water-soluble colored pencils can match anything watercolor do, plus have the ability to create effects impossible with watercolor. Discover this medium's exciting versatility. Learn about materials, tools, and techniques, and then apply this information to create a painting. Participants bring watercolor paper & watercolor pencils to class. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gov/experienceit
Art of Handmade Paper Saturday June 12 from 9 to 1 pm Not only is making homemade paper a fun experience for you, but it's a good way to recycle waste into wonderful possibilities such as greeting cards, artwork, decoration for envelopes and more. Making paper is a fun way to express your creativity. A supply list with directions for making a simple mold & deckle in class will be mailed with your registration confirmation. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gov/experienceit
Call 360.753.8380
Travel Sketching/Watercolor/Pencil Workshop June 26th from 9 to 2pm
Ever wonder why we rarely relive our travels through photos? Perhaps because taking a photo requires so little investment of one’s attention. Artistic journaling slows your pace, as you observe a scene for at least as long as it takes to sketch it. Journaling is solely for pleasure – it doesn’t require that you be an accomplished artist. Regardless of skill level, you’ll be amazed how quickly your drawing and watercolor skills improve – within hours! We'll visit and sketch some of Olympia’s interesting locales. By the end of the workshop, you’ll be dedicated to journaling. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gov/experienceit Call 360.753.8380
Collage: Exploring the Written Word through Art Saturday July 10th
In this workshop, participants will create a series of five small collages, each with a Muse/Guide as the focal point. Creative people visually benefit from stretching their ‘writing legs.’ Likewise, for writers to confront visual material enhances their own process. After the completion of each collage, a short paragraph based on a writing prompt/exercise will be completed that ties into the particular piece of artwork like “Is this Muse/Guide trying to tell you something?” Material fee $5.00 Auburn Parks & Recreation 2840 Riverwalk Dr Se, Auburn, WA98002(253) 931-3907
Travel Sketching/Watercolor/Pencil Workshop July 17th from 9 to noon
Ever wonder why we rarely relive our travels through photos? Perhaps because taking a photo requires so little investment of one’s attention. Artistic journaling slows your pace, as you observe a scene for at least as long as it takes to sketch it. Journaling is solely for pleasure – it doesn’t require that you be an accomplished artist. Regardless of skill level, you’ll be amazed how quickly your drawing and watercolor skills improve – within hours! By the end of the workshop, you’ll be dedicated to journaling. Centralia Community College, 600 Centralia College Blvd, Centralia WA 98531-4099 www.centralia.edu
Travel Sketching/Watercolor/Pencil Workshop July 24th from 9 to noon
Ever wonder why we rarely relive our travels through photos? Perhaps because taking a photo requires so little investment of one’s attention. Artistic journaling slows your pace, as you observe a scene for at least as long as it takes to sketch it. Journaling is solely for pleasure – it doesn’t require that you be an accomplished artist. Regardless of skill level, you’ll be amazed how quickly your drawing and watercolor skills improve – within hours! By the end of the workshop, you’ll be dedicated to journaling. Auburn Parks & Recreation 2840 Riverwalk Dr Se, Auburn, WA98002(253) 931-3907
Handmade Artist's Journals – Saturday August 14th from 9 to 3:30pm
Mixed Media, Watercolor - In this workshop, fabric, embroidery floss, paper, paint, gesso, inks, and crayons are many of the mediums you use to create unique handmade stitched books which can be a personal journals or a record of a particular event or holiday. Construct books from scratch with decorative and unique covers and learn how to make wonderfully rich, organic pages and decorate them with stitching, incorporate windows, flaps, found objects, material, threads, beads and embroidery to create a richly embellished book. If you have an idea for a book, bring items you may want to put in your book/journal to use as inspiration - photos, dried flowers, leaves, tickets, letters, post cards, interesting poetry or prose, or any other kind of printed memorabilia. Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gov/experienceit Call 360.753.8380
Kids Summer classes
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.olympiawa.gov/experienceit Call 360.753.8380
Draw Your Own Comic Book Ages 8-12 July 6-9 (Tues-Fri), 9 to noon
Have you always wanted to create your own comic book? Have you been wondering if you could come up with your own super characters or silly family? Join this class to draw, doodle, and have oodles of creative fun! Learn how develop your ideas into a story line which then is translated into character studies for your comic strip. Get the ideas out of your head and into reality through basic drawing, sequencing, writing, production and character development techniques. Simple supply list will be printed on registration receipt. On receipt: Please bring a snack. Supplies: drawing pad/sketchbook, drawing pencils, eraser, markers and black marker or ink pen.
Fantasy Sculpture Ages 8-12 July 19-23 9:30 to noon
Create imaginative, playful animals, monsters and masks using self-hardening clay, papier-mâché, found objects and wood. Students will learn about form, space and have a lot of fun! All supplies included in class fee.
On receipt: Please bring a snack. All supplies & materials included in class fee.
Art in the Middle Ages and Today Ages 8-12 July 19-23 1 to 3:30pm
Come explore medieval art and its influence in today's time! Student projects will include creation of a contemporary coat of arms, illuminated page, gargoyle sculpture, simple woven tapestry, and faux stain glass design. They will also learn about contemporary artists who combine text, symbols and images in altered books and create an altered book of their own.
On receipt: Please bring a snack. All supplies included in class fee.
Art from Around the World Ages 8-12 July 26-30 9:30 to noon
Take a trip with your creativity and imagination! Discover the secrets of art from faraway places. Create a range of art projects derived from various cultures around the world. Both 2D and 3D processes will be covered. Enjoy painting, drawing and mixed media as we learn about different countries. Simple supply list printed on registration receipt.
On Receipt: Please bring a snack. Please bring an all purpose sketch pad, pencil & eraser to class.
Ocean and Marine Life Art Adventure Ages 8-12 July 26-30 from 1 to 3:30pm Based on ocean theme, children will explore art materials and create different projects such as Paper Mache` fish, beach treasure wreath, ocean creature sock puppet, collage beach scene, mono print 'Swimmy' type story and much more! All supplies & materials included in class fee.
On Receipt: Please bring a snack. All supplies and materials are included in class fee.
Art Sampler Ages 8-12 August 2-6 from 1 to 4 Through the use of paint, pastels, watercolors and other materials explore nature from Aardvarks to Zebras and beyond. Students will be guided through step-by-step drawing and painting techniques that include subject development using basic shapes, shading, blending and the development of an environment/background. Simple supply list will print on registration receipt.
On receipt: Please bring a snack. Students need to bring a basic all purpose drawing pad.
Manga Ages 12-16 August 9-13 9 to noon Are you a fan of anime and manga? In Japan, people of all ages read manga ['whimsical pictures']. Are you interested in learning to draw in the black and white manga style - then this is the class for you! Illustrate your action-adventure, comedy, or fantasy writing in a single episode - to be continued in the next issue or collection of stories. Basic drawing skills and more that you need to know to develop your characters and storyline. Bring sketch book and pencil to class.
On Receipt: Please bring a snack. Supplies needed: Sketch book and pencil.
Explorations in Watercolor Ages 12-16 August 9-13 1 to 4pm Each day students will imitate an American watercolor artist's unique use of color, method of applying paint and subject matter. This is a great way for teens to gain skills, learn about American artists, and gain a sense of their own personal expression. All supplies included in class fee.
On receipt: Please bring a snack. All supplies and materials included in class fee. (posted on 13 Dec 2009)
Wishing you Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year
Nine Lives Studio, aka Ellen Miffitt
Mitt Z wore herself out playing with the scrap yarn. I was winding into balls for a class weaving project
Nine Lives Studio PO Box 11133, Olympia, WA 98508-1133
My website includes galleries, artist information, exhibits, classes, etc.:
For those wishing to know specifically about my classes: https://sites.google.com/site/ellenmiffittartist/
Some of my older pieces of art are in an Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/NineLivesStudio
Currently I’m putting images for t-shirts, etc on Café Press:
http://9-lives-studio.blogspot.com/
(posted on 20 Nov 2009)
Greetings Everyone from Nine Lives Studio AKA Ellen Miffitt
Hope you are staying relatively dry during this series of storms!!! In case you’re looking for inside activities I have a list of my current exhibits.
Please consider giving the gift of an art class for the holidays…
I have listed my Winter 2010 class offerings.
Follow my art adventure, learn of art calls or how-to’s at http://9-lives-studio.blogspot.com/
Traditions in Olympia; White Dove Gallery in Lakewood; Bainbridge Arts & Crafts, Bainbridge Island; Rhapsody in Bloom in Tacoma and Hansens Florist in Seattle are carrying my original Sumi-e blank note cards. Contact info at bottom of this news letter
Beside the exhibits listed below, my art work can be see at The White Dove Gallery, Lakewood; The Gallery, Bainbridge Arts and Crafts, Bainbridge Island; Mystic Mocha Café in Tacoma; Rhapsody in Bloom in Tacoma and if you’re in PA at the Box Heart Gallery, Pittsburg, PA.
I want to take this time to thank everyone for taking my classes or purchasing my work. I enjoy meeting and sharing my skills with you and I learn many new ideas from you.
Happy Thanksgiving to all of you!
Ellen Miffitt
Current Exhibits
“Miniature Art Extravaganza VI: The Holiday Show”
My art will be hung at Stylus Salon: Fri, Nov.13th- Sun, Jan.3rd 2010
Banned Book Exhibit 2009
Banned Books Exhibit, Kirkland Library, 308 Kirkland Ave., Kirkland, WA - will correct the dates when they are set up.... My book is The Chocolate War by Robert Cormier. the third annual "Banned Book Show" for the Kirkland Library. Elsa Steele, the managing librarian had an idea 3 years ago to do a show where an artist would pick a book title then alter it in some way that the title is still visible but the book is unreadable. Each title comes with research Elsa has done as to why the book has been censored or banned and the artist is invited to include their feelings about that into the finished piece.
Going Postal - 2009 Postcard Show
Dec 3-6, 2009 - a three day exhibit however the work will remain in the gallery until January 3, 2010 -- Target Gallery, Torpedo Factory Art Center, 105 N Union Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 www.torpedofactory.org Daily 10-6 pm, Thursdays 'til 9 pm
POSSCA's Art Auction
POSSCA's Art Auction - Saturday, December 5 at the historic Lofts on Cherry Street in Olympia. Casual dress is OK. $25 per person in advance or $50 at the door. Get your tickets online atwww.buyolympia.com or in person at Rainy Day Records, Frida or Olympia Federal Savings, downtown branch. I've been asked to donate a sumi-e to the auction held on Dec. 5th. POSSCA is a non-profit organization that makes it possible for kids, whose families don't have the resources to participate in K-12 arts programs ... 360-867-8814 P.O. Box 7615, Olympia WA 98507-7615. http://www.possca.org
Small Works Invitational - Arts West Gallery - Elon University
The Annual Small Works Invitational Exhibition , Arts West Gallery, Elon University, Elon, NC, 27244 Exhibition runs from December 8, 2009 through February 4th, 2010. The Annual Small Works Invitational is an open exhibition that celebrates small works of art from across the country. size must not exceed 100 square inches.
Big Blue Marble Exhibit/Sale Dec 12 2009
Big Blue Marble Event will be a group show of members artwork. On Saturday, December 12th at Crittercrossing and Noel's former workshop at 4004 Cooper Point Rd. NW, Olympia WA.
Show Hours: 11:00-5:00 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12th Art for Equal Justice - Auction -Tacoma Art Museum
My piece "Bee", a Sumi-e, has been donated. Saturday December 12, 2009 Tacoma Art Museum : art auction to support equal justice programs in Pierce County. All proceeds benefit the Tacoma-Pierce County Volunteer Legal Services Program, Lawhelp, Housing Justice Project and Coordinated Family Law Project. www.tacomaprobono.org
Winter 2010 Art Classes
Art for Adults Saturday Jan 9 thru Jan 30 for 4 weeks from 9 to noon
Intimidated by art classes? Feel convinced you have no talent, yet long to draw and paint? This class is for you. Rediscover your natural artistic instincts for color and design in a playful, non-judgmental atmosphere that combines the spontaneity of a kid's art class for grown-ups with seemingly sophisticated concepts and techniques. Activities include drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and more! Great for beginners or seasoned artists seeking more spontaneity in their work.
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380
Mimic the Masters [Children Grades 6 to 8]
Saturday Jan 9-30th from 12:30 to 3:00pm -
Different artist styles will be featured during each class. Students will use various media such as watercolor, pastel, or acrylic paint to mimic the artist’s style.
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380
Zen Brush with Color Tuesday Jan 12, 19, 16, 26 & Feb 2 & 9 from 6 to 8 pm 6 weeks
First begin by practicing brush control and continue the basic stroke study by painting the “Four Gentlemen” and the “Four Seasons” in color (with a flower representing each season). Using the refined sumi-e style, students learn to paint flowers, insects, birds, and animals with simple strokes in color.
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380
Handmade Artist's Journals Mondays, Jan 25-Feb 8 from 6 to 8 pm - Mixed Media, Watercolor - In this workshop, fabric, embroidery floss, paper, paint, gesso, inks, and crayons are many of the mediums you use to create unique handmade stitched books which can be a personal journals or a record of a particular event or holiday. Construct books from scratch with decorative and unique covers and learn how to make wonderfully rich, organic pages and decorate them with stitching, incorporate windows, flaps, found objects, material, threads, beads and embroidery to create a richly embellished book. If you have an idea for a book, bring items you may want to put in your book/journal to use as inspiration - photos, dried flowers, leaves, tickets, letters, post cards, interesting poetry or prose, or any other kind of printed memorabilia.
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380
Valentine’s Cards - Children Ages 8-12 Saturday Feb 6 from 9 to noon
Make your own valentine cards [pop-ups, collage and some simple watercolor techniques]. Discover how simple folding, transfer, painting and collage techniques can lead to surprising and beautiful holiday greeting cards.
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380
Candy Tin Assemblage Saturday March 13th from 9:30 to 3:30
Spend a Saturday creating tiny assemblages with metal candy tins. Learn how to create fascinating works of art using "everyday" objects and collage materials. The possibilities are infinite! Supply list available at registration.
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380
Block Printing: Linoleum Cut Saturday Feb 27 from 9:30 to 3:30pm
material fee $15.00
Learn techniques for the relief printmaking process using the flexibility and ease of linoleum. A relief is achieved by carving into the surface using special tools to leave raised images. These images are then inked and printed without a press to create a dynamic and textured print that can have many layers and colors. Students have the option of creating a multi-block image or themed cards to exchange with students to complete an edition. Open to both teens and adults.
Centralia Community College, ) 7 600 Centralia College Blvd, Centralia WA 98531-4099
Exploring Creativity – Mondays Feb 22, March 1, 8, 15, 22 from 6 to 8pm - The Artist Way-: Creative projects inspired by The Artist's Way, a book by Julia Cameron, encourage students to tap in to their unique abilities, gain self-confidence in their skills and release unwanted blocks that are preventing them from becoming the best they can be! For artists and non-artists alike, this is an empowering and entertaining series of projects.
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380
Handmade Paper Saturday March 6th from 9 am to 1 pm - material fee $5.00
Not only is making homemade paper a fun experience for you, but it's a good way to recycle waste into wonderful possibilities such as envelopes, greeting cards, artwork and more. Making paper is a fun way to express your creativity and homemade papers are the perfect additions to holiday greeting cards, gift tags, wrapping paper and more!" A supply list with directions for making a simple mold & deckle and press will be mailed with your registration confirmation. Centralia Community College, ) 7 600 Centralia College Blvd, Centralia WA 98531-4099
Painting with Water Soluble Colored Pencils
Tuesday March 2, 9, 16, to 23 from 6-8 pm
Want the look of watercolor and the control of colored pencil? Water-soluble colored pencils can match anything watercolor do, plus have the ability to create effects impossible with watercolor. Discover this medium's exciting versatility with techniques such as wet-on-dry, dry-on-wet, wet-on-wet, and much more! Learn about materials, tools, and techniques, and then apply this information to create a painting. Participants bring watercolor paper & watercolor pencils to class.
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380
Ready! Set! Draw!: Drawing from the Right Side –
Thursday March 18 to April 15 from 6 to 8:30pm
Have you always wanted to draw - are looking for a way to express your creativity? This basic course in drawing will introduce the participant to a number different exercises that help you understand how an artist sees. These will include: upside down drawing; contour and gesture drawing; the value scale and blending techniques; and using a basic unit and sighting. Suggested reading The New Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain by Betty Edwards. Bring a soft pencil (4B is good), an eraser and a sketch pad no smaller than 8 x 11 to class.
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380
Painting with Water Soluble Colored Pencils Tuesday March 20 from 9:30-3:30 pm
Want the look of watercolor and the control of colored pencil? Water-soluble colored pencils can match anything watercolor do, plus have the ability to create effects impossible with watercolor. Discover this medium's exciting versatility with techniques such as wet-on-dry, dry-on-wet, wet-on-wet, and much more! Learn about materials, tools, and techniques, and then apply this information to create a painting. Participants bring watercolor paper & watercolor pencils to class. Auburn Parks & Recreation 2840 Riverwalk Dr Se, Auburn, WA98002 (253) 931-3907 www.auburnwa.gov
Collage: Exploring the Written Word through Art
Monday March 29 to April 26from 6 to 8 pm [material fee - $5.00]
In this workshop, participants will create a series of five small collages, each with a Muse/Guide as the focal point. Creative people visually benefit from stretching their ‘writing legs.’ Likewise, for writers to confront visual material enhances their own process. After the completion of each collage, a short paragraph based on a writing prompt/exercise will be completed that ties into the particular piece of artwork like “Is this Muse/Guide trying to tell you something?”
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380
Block Printing: Linoleum Cut
Tuesday April 6 -27 from 6 to 8 pm material fee $15.00
Learn techniques for the relief printmaking process using the flexibility and ease of linoleum. A relief is achieved by carving into the surface using special tools to leave raised images. These images are then inked and printed without a press to create a dynamic and textured print that can have many layers and colors. Students have the option of creating a multi-block image or themed cards to exchange with students to complete an edition. Open to both teens and adults.
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380
Contact Info for retail or galleries:
Box Heart Expressions - [Mini Collages]
4523 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
Phone 412-687-8858 www.boxheart.org
Hansen's Georgetown Florist - [Sumi-e note cards]
5963 4th Ave S Seattle, WA 98108 Hansen's Fremont Florist [Sumi-e note cards] 4252 Fremont Ave N Seattle WA, 98103 Mystic Mocha Café Exhibit, 402 E 26th Street, Tacoma, WA [mini collages]
Open seven days a week, Monday-Friday 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.,
Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Sunday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call (253) 272-2421.
Rhapsody in Bloom Florist & Cafe Latte [Sumi-e, mini collages & note cards]
3709 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98406 (253) 761-7673
Shop the Frontier - A non-profit rural marketplace [online store - art]
The Gallery – Bainbridge Arts & Crafts [Sumi-e note cards, mini collages]
151 Winslow Way East, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 Phone: 206-842-3132
Traditions Café and World Folk Art [sumi-e note cards]
300 5th Avenue SW, Olympia, WA 9850 Phone: 360-705-2819 White Dove Gallery
5934 88th Street SW, Lakewood, WA 98499-2905 Phone: 253-582-7859
(posted on 24 Aug 2009)
Greetings everyone - Hoping your summer was wonderful... I want to thank you for participating in past classes. TESC no longer is offering Extended Ed classes so the majority of my class offerings are through Olympia Parks & Recreation. Please note I will doing an all day collage demo with other artists at the Fine Arts Exhibit at the Puyallup Fair on Saturday Sept 12th. Hope to see you there... Adult Fall Classes
Introduction to Basic Enameling Monday Sept. 14, 21 & 28 Oct 5 [Four 2.5 hour classes - 6 to 8:30] Class material fee $25 Included in the Class fee $76.00
The art of creating with enamel on metal is a well-documented art form. Participants will learn basic enameling procedure and simple techniques such as stenciling, sgraffito, overglazes & underglazes on copper. No prior metalwork experience necessary.
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98
501 www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380
Introduction to Sumi-e – Fall Themes Tuesday Sept 8, 15, 22, 29, & Oct 6 from 6 to 8:30 pm [five 2.5 hour classes] - Material fee $3.00 included in the class fee $75.00
Instructor Ellen Miffitt will introduce you to the four treasures: ink stick, ink stone, brush and paper. The simplicity and spontaneity of brush painting begins by learning to hold the brush, making the basic strokes, and loading the brush to create tones and depth. The goal is to break away from logical thinking and to be spontaneous in expressing with the brush.
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380
“You-Don’t-Need-To-Know-A-Thing” Collage Wednesday Sept 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28 and Nov 4 from 6 to 8 pm [5 two hours classes] [material fee $5.00]
Collage offers versatility and flexibility. Free your creative spirit with this fast-paced, upbeat “You-Don’t-Need-To-Know-A-Thing” Introduction to Collage. Come prepared to learn the basics of collage, materials, and techniques in a supportive environment. Emphasizing fun - catch the spontaneity of a child: finding objects, bits & pieces in the most unlikely places and putting a puzzle together
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380
Painting with Water Soluble Colored Pencils Class 4 classes - Thursdays Oct 1 -22nd 5:30 to 7:30pm
Shelton Parks & Recreation - Shelton Civic Center, 525 West Cota Street, Shelton, WA 98584 - 360-426-9731
Painting with Water Soluble Colored Pencils Monday Oct 19, 26 & Nov 2, & 9 from 6-8 pm [4 two hour classes] - Material fee $3.00 Included in the Class fee of $45
Want the look of watercolor and the control of colored pencil? Water-soluble colored pencils can match anything watercolor do, plus have the ability to create effects impossible with watercolor. Discover this medium's exciting versatility with techniques such as wet-on-dry, dry-on-wet, wet-on-wet, and much more! Learn about materials, tools, and techniques, and then apply this information to create one-of-a-kind cards as well as art.
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380
Handmade Paper for Embellishing Holiday Projects Saturday October 17 from 9 am to 1 pm - $ 5.00 material fee included in the class fee
Not only is making homemade paper a fun experience for you, but it's a good way to recycle waste into wonderful possibilities such as envelopes, greeting cards, artwork and more. Making paper is a fun way to express your creativity and homemade papers are the perfect additions to holiday greeting cards, gift tags, wrapping paper and more!" A supply list with directions for making a simple mold & deckle and press will be mailed with your registration confirmation. Centralia Community College, ) 7 600 Centralia College Blvd, Centralia WA 98531-4099
Block Printing Linoleum Cut Oct 10 from 9:30 to 3:30 $10 material fee - 8 min 12 max
- Learn techniques for the relief printmaking process using the flexibility and ease of linoleum. A relief is achieved by carving into the surface using special tools to leave raised images. These images are then inked and printed without a press to create a dynamic and textured print that can have many layers and colors. Students have the option of creating a multi-block image or themed cards to exchange with students to complete an edition.
Centralia Community College, ) 7 600 Centralia College Blvd, Centralia WA 98531-4099
Handmade Paper for Embellishing Holiday Projects Saturday October 24 from 9 am to 1 pm - $ 5.00 material fee included in the class fee of $33 Not only is making homemade paper a fun experience for you, but it's a good way to recycle waste into wonderful possibilities such as envelopes, greeting cards, artwork and more. Making paper is a fun way to express your creativity and homemade papers are the perfect additions to holiday greeting cards, gift tags, wrapping paper and more!" A supply list with directions for making a simple mold & deckle and press will be mailed with your registration confirmation.
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380
Holiday Art Cards - block printing material fee $10 - 3 classes Thursdays Nov 5th thru 19th 5:30 to 7:30
Shelton Parks & Recreation - Shelton Civic Center, 525 West Cota Street, Shelton, WA 98584 - 360-426-9731
Holiday Art Cards - Block Printing: Linoleum Cut - Saturday November 7 from 9 am to 3 pm - Material fee $10.00 is included in the class fee of $39.00
Learn techniques for the relief printmaking process using the flexibility and ease of linoleum. A relief is achieved by carving into the surface using special tools to leave raised images. These images are then inked and printed without a press to create a dynamic and textured print that can have many layers and colors. Students have the option of creating a multi-block image or themed cards to exchange with students to complete an edition. Open to both teens and adults.
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380
Enamel Projects for Holiday Gifts Saturday Nov 14 from 9 to 4 pm – Material fee $20.00 is included in the $54 class fee
The art of creating with enamel on metal is a well-documented art form. Participants will learn basic enameling procedure and simple techniques such as stenciling, sgraffito, overglazes & underglazes on copper to create holiday pendants or pins. No prior metalwork experience necessary.
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380
Precious Metal Clay Saturday Nov 21 from 9 am to 4 pm - material fee $30.00 for 16 g is included in the class fee of $69
Just in time for the holidays - Precious Metal Clay, fine silver in clay form, is used to create unique jewelry pieces in a short amount of time and then is simply fired in a kiln. Before working directly with the PMC, modeling clay will be used to explore the basic forming techniques. After you have gained the basic skills needed to work with Precious Metal Clay, the creative possibilities are endless.
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380
Enamel Projects for Holiday Gifts Dec 12th 9:30 to 3:30pm call for more information - Auburn Parks & Recreation 2840 Riverwalk Dr Se, Auburn, WA98002 (253) 931-3907 www.auburnwa.gov
Fall Children’s’ Classes
Draw Your Own Comic Book Ages 8-12 September 19, 26, Oct 3from 9:30 to noon - class fee $39 - no material fee
Have you been wondering if you could come up with your own super characters or silly family? Join this class to draw, doodle, and have oodles of creative fun. Learn how develop your ideas into a story line which then is translated into character studies for your comic strip. Get the ideas out of your head and into reality through basic drawing, sequencing, writing, production, and character development techniques. Students bring drawing pad, pencils and erasers.
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380
Art Sampler for Ages 8-12 September 19, 26, Oct 3 from 12:30 to 3:00pm - material fee $10 is included in the class fee of $49.00
Through the use of paint, pastels, watercolors and other materials explore nature from Aardvarks to Zebras and beyond. Students will be guided through a step-by-step drawing and painting techniques that include subject development using basic shapes, shading, blending, and the development of an environment/background.
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380
Holiday Cards - Ages 8-12 Saturday Dec 5 from 9 to noon - material fee $10 is included in the class fee of $29.00
Make your own holiday greeting cards [pop-ups, collage and some simple watercolor techniques]. Discover how simple folding, transfer, painting and collage techniques can lead to surprising and beautiful holiday greeting cards.
Olympia Parks and Recreation – 222 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380 (posted on 16 Dec 2008)
Wishing you happiness, harmony, health, and hope
this holiday season and throughout the New Year.
Creatively
Ellen Miffitt
Nine Lives Studio
PO Box 11133
Olympia, WA
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(posted on 5 Dec 2008)
Please consider giving the gift of creativity to family and friends. The following list of classes are available at various venues in the South Sound area. Keep minds active, meet new friends and share ideas in an encouraging environment. Ellen Miffitt - Nine-Lives-Studio.com 1/7 -2/11- Recycled Collage
SPSCC Community Ed 6:00PM-8:30PM Wed
1/ 8-2/12 - Art for Adults Thurs 6-8pm
TESC Extended Education
360-867-5515 or extendededucation@evergreen.edu
1/10 and 1/17 Exploring Creativity
Saturday from 9:30 to 3:30 pm
Olympia Parks and Recreation
www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par 360.753.8380
1/13 –2/17 Art for Adults –
Tuesday from 6 to 8 room 103
Olympia Parks and Recreation
www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par 360.753.8380
1/24 - Block Printing: Linoleum Cut
Sat. from 10-4pm
TCC Continuing ED [253] 566-6031
1/31 Intro to WC Pencil
Saturday from 10 to 4 pm
Auburn Parks & Recreation (253) 931-3907
2/7 Collage
Saturday from 10 to 4 pm
Auburn Parks & Recreation (253) 931-3907
2/19-3/19 - Collage .
Thursday from 6-8 pm
TESC Education Program
360-867-5515 extendededucation@evergreen.edu
2/21- Block Printing: Linoleum Cut
Saturday from 9:30 to 3:30 pm
Olympia Parks and Recreation
www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par 360.753.8380
2/28 - Painting with Water Soluble Colored Pencils
Sat. from 10-4pm
TCC Continuing Ed [253] 566-6031
3/2-3/30 - Zen Brush with Color
Monday March 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 from 6 to 8 pm
Olympia Parks and Recreation
www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par 360.753.8380
3/3 to 24 Painting with Water Soluble Colored Pencils
Tuesday from 6-8 pm
Olympia Parks and Recreation
www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par 360.753.8380
3/14 Collage: Exploring the Written Word through Art
Saturday 9:30 to 3:30 pm
Olympia Parks and Recreation
www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par 360.753.8380
4/6-27 -Introduction to Basic Enameling
Monday from 6 to 8:30
Olympia Parks and Recreation
www.ci.olympia.wa.us/par Call 360.753.8380
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