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Class Description:

Students will learn how to make paper from recycled materials. The class will experiment with various mediums to create different textures and colors of paper that can be used for cards, tags, and artwork. Participants will leave class with a stack of custom recycled paper.

What to Expect:

This class will focus on small experiments with papermaking from various materials such as recycled paper, fabric scraps, newspaper, tissue paper, etc. Students will also experiment with add-ins like coffee grounds, pressed flowers, and crayon shavings. This will allow for a lot of experimentation. No prior knowledge is needed.

Class Cancellation Policy:

If a class or workshop needs to be cancelled due to inclement weather or teacher illness, a “make-up” day will be scheduled on a SATURDAY as the educator’s schedule allows.

Materials:

All materials will be provided for students and are included in the price for this workshop.

Educator:

Elizabeth Truskin is an artist from Denver who specializes in portraits and mixed-media paintings. Her work is featured in galleries along the front range and consistently at Next Gallery in Lakewood, CO. Truskin teaches art classes for Denver Public Schools, Redline Contemporary Arts Center, Denver Recreational Centers, and the Denver Art Museum.

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