Témata workshopů a lektoři / Workshops & Tutors

About Christi

CF works in mixed media, combining polymer clay, glass, acrylic, found objects, gemstones and semi-precious stones, glass beads, pearls, precious metals, and pigments to make her unique sculptures and art jewelry. Her preference for polymer as her sculpting medium is a result of the versatility, durability, and unparalleled ease with which it can accommodate gems, pearls and stones into uncurred clay.

CF is an artist because she must be. Her goal is to amuse herself, and if others are also amused, so much the better. All her pieces are one-of-a-kind and although she may make pieces that are similar in theme or subject, no two will ever be alike. CF’s work is available at galleries and juried fine craft shows. She is a contributor to magazines and books. More of her pieces can also be found on her website:

www.CFOriginals.net

Project for Fimohrani 2012

Belle Epoch Blossoms

In this class we will be inspired by the beauty and romance of the Art Nouveau style to create our own beautiful art jewelry pieces. We will sculpt leaves and flowers, and embellish them with beads, pearls and powders, then form them into a necklace piece, or pendants, brooches or even wall adornment.

The emphasis is on sculpting techniques, design and composition, individuality and creativity - each person's pieces will be unique and different. We will learn tricks for creating flow and movement, ways for blending color and enhancing the surface of the clay, and techniques for embellishing the polymer with added materials. All skill levels are welcome - the step-by-step method makes this class easy while still being delightfully challenging.

About Lisa

Lisa Pavelka is an award-winning artist, author and designer who has worked professionally for over two decades with mixed mediums including polymer/metal clays, resin, wire and crystal to name a few.

She teaches workshops, creative cruises, and professional seminars for artist internationally. Lisa is a CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS Ambassador for in addition to having her own signature product lines that are distributed internationally. Lisa is a regular contributor and columnist to numerous magazines and makes TV appearances on shows. In addition to authoring four books and two DVDs, both she and her work are frequently featured in other author’s books and creative blogs. Lisa has always been enamored with the Belle Epoque and Art Deco motifs.

Her previous trip to Prague has further increased her love of this period and is reflected in her work.

Learn more about Lisa and her art at:
www.lisapavelka.com

Project for Fimohrani 2012

Art Nouveau Micro Masterpieces

This full day workshop will explore the use of polymer clay and mixed media to create tiny collages. Image transfer technique, foil accent method, striping technique, simple millefiori leaf construction, mixed media inclusions, and layered resin effects will be used to create two or more tiny canvases that tell a story with a romantic vintage story.

About Carol

I’ve always loved art. Although I began college as an art major, I had many other interests and ended up with graduate degrees in ecology and forestry. I have worked as a scientist for most of my life; outdoors, in a laboratory, and as an administrator.

In 1996 my casual interest in painting and drawing gave way to a passion for polymer clay. Since 2009 I’ve been able to pursue that passion full-time. My polymer art appears in many books and magazines and is in the collection of the Racine Art Museum.

My art reflects my passion for nature and color. Each new series of pieces derives from an exploration of color combinations I haven’t explored before. Many of the themes are botanical; influenced by the many hours I spent looking at plants in nature and under a microscope. Designs from the Arts and Crafts and Art Nouveau periods have also been an important influence on my work.

www.CarolSimmonsDesigns.com

Project for Fimohrani 2012

Metallic Mokume Gane Pendant

This project celebrates the Art Nouveau period in Prague. We will use metallic (pearlescent) clay and tools we will make ourselves to create patterned sheets of clay that have the appearance of painted silk. The sheets will be used to create a leaf pendant in the Art Nouveau style to wear to dinner.