Paper Flower Class Ocean Grove

Today was a good day to learn how to make Paper Flowers.  I had the pleasure of teaching some very talented ladies and 2 youngsters how to create several types of Paper Flowers at The Historical Society of Ocean Grove!   We had fun and created a bit of a mess.....but it was a good mess!

 Tonight happens to be the Illumination Night in Ocean Grove so I decided to decorate a paper lantern with Paper Flowers like what I taught in class today.

 thanks for the great picture of the cottage Mary S.

this is the 5th class so far that I have taught this summer and still have 4 more to go....take a peek at the 

WORKSHOPS right here.

 AUGUST 15TH MONDAY 10:30-1:00 PAPER QUILLING  $25.00 ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED

AUGUST 17TH WEDNESDAY 10:30-1:00 ABSTRACT SELFIES $25.00 ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED
Create abstract self portraits using watercolor and acrylic paints, markers, and pens.  You will be surprised that drawing with your  opposite hand will enable you to be more creative with this fun abstract style!  You will leave with many interesting sketches and a framed portrait ready to display.

 AUGUST 19TH FRIDAY 10:30-1:00 MACRAME $25.00 ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED
MACRAME or the art of creative knotting, may look  difficult, but it's about as easy as tying your shoes and as inexpensive as a ball of twine!  All you need to join the growing ranks of Macrame addicts are your fingers, some string, and the mastery of a few simple knots.  If you have any special beads or shells that you would like to incorporate into your one of a kind piece please bring them and I will show you how to add it to your special p piece...

 AUGUST 22TH MONDAY 10:30-1:00  EARRING WORKSHOP $30 ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED
Learn the art of creating a variety of earrings and the proper use of basic jewelry tools to lake that special pair.  If you have any special beads that you would like to use, bring them with you.  I would also suggest strong glasses for up close work.

 I hope you will think about coming out and trying a new craft or brushing up on your skills, I promise you will enjoy this relaxing day.  My style is to introduce you to a new craft, teach you what I know, and to make sure you understand all you need to know so that when you get home you can continue advancing your skills and love a new craft.
I have many repeat students who make a day of it...after class you can go for lunch, at one of the many great places around town that I can recommend, or stop for great ice cream at one of 2 awesome  places, spend the rest of your day on the beautiful beaches, or just stroll a round the town and stop in some of the great little shops!

Hope to see you in a class.... if you have any questions feel free to ask...I am here to help you.

you can register online at https://oceangrovehistory.org/workshops/
or call the museum for more information at  The Historical Society of Ocean Grove    (732) 774-1869
 

ART CLASSES SUMMER 2016

I am so excited to be posting again...WOW can't believe I haven't posted since last year.......so here we go!


I am Happy to share with you the classes I am teaching this summer in one of my favorite towns...Ocean Grove NJ!  If you have never been there then you are missing out on a real treat..on the Jersey shore....

The classes that I am teaching this year like every year for the last 7 or 8 years now will be held in the charming gardens of Centennial Cottage.

we are under a tent, and if the weather is too hot or raining we will be inside at the Historical Society Museum.

 2016 SUMMER ART CLASSES I AM TEACHING IN THE GARDENS OF 

CENTENNIAL COTTAGE  IN OCEAN GROVE

JULY 1ST FRIDAY 10:30-1:00  INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES MATTED ARTWORK-$25.00 ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED

 you will learn how to create a watercolor painting and I will share design ideas on how to create mini inspirational works of art-great for motivating and lifting spirits, just by adding some wonderful thoughtful sayings and prayers.

 JULY 8TH FRIDAY 10:30-1:00 FABRIC FLOWERS- $25.00 ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED
See just how creative you can be with only a few supplies to  make beautiful fabric flowers.  I will show my students all I know about making these little beauties and the supplies needed.  You will be addicted to this fun and creative craft.

  JULY 11TH MONDAY 10:30-1:00 WIRE WRAPPED JEWELRY  $25.00 SUPPLIES INCLUDED BUT BRING YOUR FAVORITE SEA GLASS, SHELLS, STONES, OR SPECIAL LARGE BEADS.

 
JULY 13TH WEDNESDAY 10:30-1:00 FABRIC BRACELETS $25.00 ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED
IF YOU HAVE FAVORITE BEADS, SHELLS AND OR FABRIC SCRAPS YOU MAY BRING TO INCORPORATE INTO YOUR BRACELET....SOME MAY NEED STRONG GLASSES FOR UP CLOSE WORK.
With a few basic supplies you will create interesting fabric bracelets to wear or to give as gifts.  We will experiment wit a variety of techniques to create one-of-a-kind bangles.  

 JULY 22ND FRIDAY 10:30-1:00 PAPER FLOWERS  $25.00 ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED
 Learn the art of making paper flowers with a variety of papers and tools.  We will fold, cut, use paper punches, and die cuts and have fun while learning to create beautiful paper flowers.  Bring some of your favorite scrapbook papers or other unique paper to use.  If you don't have any don't worry you can use mine.

AUGUST 15TH MONDAY 10:30-1:00 PAPER QUILLING  $25.00 ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED

AUGUST 17TH WEDNESDAY 10:30-1:00 ABSTRACT SELFIES $25.00 ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED
Create abstract self portraits using watercolor and acrylic paints, markers, and pens.  You will be surprised that drawing with your  opposite hand will enable you to be more creative with this fun abstract style!  You will leave with many interesting sketches and a framed portrait ready to display.

 AUGUST 19TH FRIDAY 10:30-1:00 MACRAME $25.00 ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED
MACRAME or the art of creative knotting, may look  difficult, but it's about as easy as tying your shoes and as inexpensive as a ball of twine!  All you need to join the growing ranks of Macrame addicts are your fingers, some string, and the mastery of a few simple knots.  If you have any special beads or shells that you would like to incorporate into your one of a kind piece please bring them and I will show you how to add it to your special p piece...

 AUGUST 22TH MONDAY 10:30-1:00  EARRING WORKSHOP $30 ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED
Learn the art of creating a variety of earrings and the proper use of basic jewelry tools to lake that special pair.  If you have any special beads that you would like to use, bring them with you.  I would also suggest strong glasses for up close work.

 I hope you will think about coming out and trying a new craft or brushing up on your skills, I promise you will enjoy this relaxing day.  My style is to introduce you to a new craft, teach you what I know, and to make sure you understand all you need to know so that when you get home you can continue advancing your skills and love a new craft.
I have many repeat students who make a day of it...after class you can go for lunch, at one of the many great places around town that I can recommend, or stop for great ice cream at one of 2 awesome  places, spend the rest of your day on the beautiful beaches, or just stroll a round the town and stop in some of the great little shops! 

Hope to see you in a class.... if you have any questions feel free to ask...I am here to help you.

you can register online at https://oceangrovehistory.org/workshops/
or call the museum for more information at  The Historical Society of Ocean Grove    (732) 774-1869

Abstract Selfie Class.

What a great class today at The Historical Society of Ocean Grove.  Several students didn't make it so the class was small but it was still a great class.  The weather was extremely hot so we had class in the museum today where it was nice and cool.

I showed the class my samples

and described what we were going to do....

and then they got busy.....

we were using our non dominate hand to create our abstract selfies....

and they gals really got the hang of it right from the start....

at first they said no way "I can't draw" with my left hand!"

but they really did a great job.....each  and everyone of them.....

we then painted the faces and created crazy back grounds....

 Here is a few close ups.....

 

Thanks gals for making my job so easy...you were all great students.

Summer workshops I will be teaching in Ocean Grove this summer…..

only 4 more of my classes are remaining

  Workshops will be held at Centennial Cottage in the beautiful gardens under a tent and in the shade at Central Ave and 43 McClintock Street

 from 10:30am to 1:00pm

if it rains classes will be held indoors at the museum at 50 Pitman Ave.

Cost for each class is $15.00 and a $5.00 kit fee, unless otherwise noted.

Preregistration is required.  For more information or to register, call
 the Historical Society of Ocean Grove’s museum at 732 774-1869

Abstract Selfies - Monday, August 17 - Laura McHugh $20.00

Students will create abstract self portraits using watercolors, acrylics, and markers.  This activity is a unique fun activity that really allows students to delve into their creative side.  All you need to bring is your creativity! We will practice making sketches until you feel comfortable with your designs and then learn how to paint them cut and attach to your patterned hand painted backgrounds.You will go home with a 2 sided frame filled with your fun Abstract Selfies, and the knowledge to continue creating and developing your own personal style.

Earrings Workshop- Wednesday, August 19 - Laura McHugh $25.00

Students will learn the art of creating a variety of earrings and learn the proper use of basic jewelry tools to create their own handmade earrings to keep and to give as gifts.  I will supply all you need but if you have special beads that you would like to incorporate in your creations feel free to bring them. 

 

Fun with Tassels and Pompoms - Friday August 21 - Laura McHugh $20.00

Participants will learn how to create tassels and pompoms to use in home decorating, gift wrapping, and jewelry designs.

 

Kids Paper Crafts - Wednesday, July 30 - Laura McHugh

Kids will get creative making banners, lanterns, paper flowers an adorable animals of colored construction paper.  They will learn how to draw the animals (or use a pattern if they are unable to draw), cut, glue, & glitter to make interesting crafts to hang in their rooms or trade with friends.  Ages 8-12 years of age.

 


 
Hope to see you in class.....