Mixed Media

Jul 3, 2024

2024 Fall registration dates & times – New Process

Registration opens (Reporter links become active) on the dates & times listed below for the respective registration group/category (i.e. the Reporter will not accept registration attempts by the public until… 

Jun 15, 2024

Registration for fall Mixed Media classes will open at 1:00pm for students (July 1) and for the public (July 8).

Jun 15, 2024

Shortcut to list of all Mixed Media classes in Reporter

Jun 15, 2024

Artist’s Books & Printed Matter

Explore the creation of original books in various methods and techniques. With the focus on traditional and non-traditional. We will also focus on how the book format has been used… 

Jun 15, 2024

Artist Brush Making: From Tool to Treasure [Workshop]

Explore the idea that a tool can be a piece of functional artwork. Learn to make a variety of brushes and how to harvest and source materials. You’ll create brush… 

Jun 15, 2024

Basics of Drawing

For beginners. Learn the basics of drawing with graphite, charcoal, and ballpoint pen. Beginning with simple drawing exercises you will learn techniques for shading and value, to create more finished… 

Jun 15, 2024

Beginner’s Watercolor

Learn the basics of watercolor painting, from brush strokes to color mixing to applying water media paint. Color theory and composition will also be covered. Come and express your creative… 

Jun 15, 2024

Dutch Pour Painting [Workshop]

The Dutch Pour is an acrylic pouring technique. This is where the artist pours “fluid” acrylic paints on a canvas to create a truly one-of-a-kind piece of abstract artwork. The… 

Jun 15, 2024

Encaustic Beachscape [Workshop]

Join encaustic artist Marcia Streithorst as she teaches you all about encaustic painting while walking you through the steps to craft your very own Seascape painting. You will paint on a wood… 

Jun 15, 2024

Encaustic Collage [Workshop]

Join encaustic artist Marcia Streithorst for a fun mixed media class where you will learn how to use paper and wax to make a fun mixed media collage painting. We… 

Jun 15, 2024

Encaustic Photo Transfer Painting [Workshop]

Do you love art but are completely out of wall space? Is your home small but your love of art is big. This is the art class for you! 

Jun 15, 2024

Exploring the World of Alcohol Inks

Welcome to the vibrant world of Alcohol Ink Artistry, a versatile and unpredictable medium that yields stunning and  expressive artworks that reflect your individuality and artistic voice. This class provides… 

Jun 15, 2024

Fall Leaves in Watercolor [Workshop]

No experience necessary Learn how to paint colorful fall leaves in watercolor. All supplies included. Instructor: Laura Azzi Saturday, October 5: 12:00 – 4:00pm Class fees by level:    NC State Students… 

Jun 15, 2024

Gouache for Beginners [Workshop]

In this workshop you will learn how to safely use encaustic supplies, how to get a smooth or textured surface. How to utilize art supplies you already own with encaustic as well as how to incorporate other mixed media materials in your work. 

Jun 15, 2024

Intermediate Drawing

In this intermediate level drawing course you will gain experience drawing beyond the beginner level. In depth classes focused on drawing different subjects such as figure drawing and portraiture, mixed… 

Jun 15, 2024

Intermediate Acrylic Painting

In this five-week course you will learn intermediate level acrylic painting skills including enhancing skills like color mixing and the Principles of Design. You will also learn to paint different… 

Jun 15, 2024

Introduction to Acrylic Painting

Learn the essentials for beginning to explore acrylic painting. Materials, processes, and color theory are the foundations of acrylic painting. Using these tools you will learn how to color mix,… 

Jun 15, 2024

Introduction to Silkscreen Printing

Learn the basics of silkscreen and produce two to three prints by the end of class. The fundamentals of silkscreen printing include separations, coating, registration, proper printing techniques, and terminology.… 

Jun 15, 2024

Leather Clutch Purse [Workshop]

This simple and versatile clutch is the answer when you need to grab something minimal for your outing. The workshop will cover cutting, sewing and fabrication, patternmaking/design, and tooling for… 

Jun 15, 2024

Leather Journals [Workshop]

Hemingway was never without his. Frida Kahlo’s are widely reproduced. Make your very own leather journal and learn to do leather sewing and dyeing. Using a premium 6” x 8”… 

Jun 15, 2024

Leather Tote Bag [Workshop]

Functional and beautiful, this full leather tote will be a timeless piece for any occasion. The workshop will cover cutting, sewing and fabrication, patternmaking/design, and tooling for the construction of… 

Jun 15, 2024

Mono-Printing 101 [Workshop]

In this wildly creative and playful class, you will learn to make prints using found objects for texture and image, layered paints for varied colors, and a mask [an image… 

Jun 15, 2024

Painting Coneflowers in Watercolor [Workshop]

You see them everywhere in the summer through early fall. Now learn how to paint them in watercolor!  No experience necessary – beginners welcome. All supplies included. Instructor: Laura Azzi… 

Jun 15, 2024

Relief Printing

Woodcut, Linoleum and Monoprint. This class is open to all, no prior experience necessary. You will produce two to three prints by the end of the 6-week period. Explore relief… 

Jun 15, 2024

Resin Art

From trash to treasure. For this one-day workshop, you will bring a personal item that is broken or that you are willing to break. It could be a mug that… 

Jun 15, 2024

Romantic Pointed Pen Calligraphy

Improve your everyday handwriting with this graceful and timeless script. Italian Hand is a delicate script developed throughout Europe in the 1600’s and used well into the 1700’s. The original… 

Jun 15, 2024

Watercolor Poinsettias [Workshop]

The poinsettia is a unique plant of which the leaves themselves become the flower. The unassuming flowering bracts of this ornamental holiday plant carries symbolism in its color and star-shaped… 

Jun 15, 2024

Watercolor Pumpkin Patch [Workshop]

No experience necessary. Learn how to paint charming fall pumpkins in watercolor with added interest from pen and ink. Instructor: Laura Azzi Saturday, October 19: 12:00 – 4:00pm Class fees…