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Learn the art of papermaking and explore various techniques such as marbling, embossing, and origami in Chicago. Discover the endless possibilities of this versatile material and create beautiful handmade paper creations.

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Communicating with Color

Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Discover the power of color in communication through engaging, hands-on exercises. Explore color concepts and theories while creating vibrant collaged sketches. Unlock new ways to interpret and express ideas visually, enhancing your understanding of how color shapes the world around us.

(86) Beginner 18 and older
$165

5 sessions

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Bookbinding: Basics & Beyond

Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Discover the art of bookbinding and create beautiful handmade books. From folded books to more complex techniques, you'll learn the skills and create eight or more journals and gifts. Perfect for beginners and repeaters looking to enhance their craft.

(86) Beginner 16 and older
$455

10 sessions

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Paper Remix-Inspired Collage

Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Unleash your creativity through the transformative art of collage, where scissors and imagination converge to craft captivating compositions. Explore a multitude of paper types and techniques to assemble images, shapes, and hues, drawing inspiration from diverse themes. Embark on a journey of self-expression as you merge personal imagery with shared narratives, creating evocative pieces that resonate with depth and meaning.

(86) All levels 18 and older
$370

10 sessions

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Intermediate Bookbinding

Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Elevate your bookbinding expertise with this intermediate-level workshop, where you'll delve into intricate structures and delve into the art of box making. Build upon your foundational knowledge to create stunning, functional pieces that showcase your mastery of the craft.

(86) Intermediate 18 and older
$455

10 sessions

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Piñata Making

Food Craft See all classes by this school @ Live Online

In this piñata crafting session, you'll design and create your own colorful piñata while enjoying unique Mexican candies for a fun, hands-on artistic experience.

(11) All levels 12 and older
$45
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Collage Then and Now

92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ Live Interactive Online Classroom

Discover the art of collage and mixed media, exploring different artists each week to inspire your own creations. Through guided demonstrations, you'll learn new techniques that can easily be done from home using materials you already have. Whether you're a beginner or experienced, this class offers fresh ideas and skills to enhance your artistic practice.

(1,125) All levels 18 and older
$190

4 sessions

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Collage and Mixed Media for Absolute Beginners

92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ Live Interactive Online Classroom

Unleash your creativity with the captivating art of collage. Join accomplished artists at 92nd Street Y as you explore texture, color, shape, and pattern through unique materials. Discover new ways to see the world and create art that truly speaks to your creative spirit.

(1,125) Beginner 18 and older
$95

4 sessions

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Paper Remix-Inspired Collage

Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school

Unleash your creativity in the vibrant world of collage as you explore the art of paper remixing. Discover the power of snipping, tearing, and assembling diverse papers to craft dynamic compositions. Dive into themes ranging from poetry to personal narratives, igniting inspiration and expression in every piece you create.

(86) Intermediate 18 and older
$350

10 sessions

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Leaf Printing: Natural Patterns & Colors

Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL

Discover the art of eco-dyeing and leaf printing to craft stunning papers infused with natural beauty. Dive into various printing techniques, from creating simple print plates with leaves to crafting direct monoprints. Explore the fusion of these methods, leaving with a stack of versatile papers ready for your creative projects.

(137) All levels 18 and older
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$187
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Orchids in Cut Paper

Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road Glencoe, Chicago, IL

Discover the captivating world of cut paper art at the renowned Chicago Botanic Garden. Unleash your creativity as you create stunning artwork inspired by the Orchid Show, with a focus on color, composition, and design. Join us for a unique and immersive artistic experience that will leave you inspired and amazed.

(137) All levels 18 and older
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$149
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Pop-Up Paper Flower Card Workshop

Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL

Explore the intricate allure of floral architecture with our Pop-Up Paper Flower Card Workshop. Create three charming pop-up cards featuring Midwest natives: pasture rose, fragrant water lily, and pawpaw. With pre-cut pieces, tools, and materials provided, this workshop is perfect for all skill levels.

(137) All levels 18 and older
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2nd Sunday Paste Papers

North Branch Projects See all classes by this school @ 3550 W Lawrence Ave, Illinois City, IL

Join the school's staff in these monthly sessions to create decorative sheets for making book covers for the Neighborhood Archives. With a selection of tools and utensils including combs, brushes, kitchen supplies, and other found contraptions, participants will create patterns for decorative paste papers.Participants will have their own selection of paste papers at the end to use for covers or end papers for personal projects. Sheets will stay...

All levels 18 and older
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Paper Making 101

Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Learn the basic techniques to make papers and expand your creative expressions using adaptations of the paper-making process. This 12-week course covers everything from setting up the paper-making station to experimenting with different types of ready-made pulp and fiber. In this hands-on, introductory course, you will become acquainted with materials, terms, and basic techniques used in the paper-making process, and explore the various possibilities...

(86) All levels 18 and older
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$255

12 sessions

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Paper Making Workshop (Ages 16+)

Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

From start to finish, workshop participants will learn how to make paper by hand. In addition to recycling fibers to create beautiful handmade papers, we will experiment with creating shaped papers, play with pulp additives such as dried flowers, and discuss how to set up a home papermaking studio. No experience necessary.

(86) Beginner 16 and older
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$260

2 sessions

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Creating Digital Collages With Photos and Other Media

Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 2603 Sheridan Rd, Evanston, IL

You will use photos stored on your iPad or iPhone and images we will create in class to make amazing computer-generated collages. You will also learn how to use images of your art to create new ideas and how to make unique abstracted designs for wearables like t-shirts. This is a great chance to use photos on your Apple devices to create art. 

(86) All levels 18 and older
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$135

6 sessions

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Handmade Bookbinding Workshop

The Morton Arboretum See all classes by this school @ 4100 Illinois Rte 53, Lisle, IL

Learn to make one-of-a-kind handbound books that can be given as a gift, displayed as art, or used to hold photographs, sketches, or journal entries. Artist and instructor Maria Rebelo will model different bookmaking techniques and book styles, including saddle stitch, variations of dos-à-dos or French Fold, accordion books with pockets, Japanese stab binding, hardbound books, and more. Each student will make a total of four unique books of various...

(15) All levels 16 and older
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$225

5 sessions

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Suminagashi Workshop

Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL

Suminagashi means floating ink in Japanese. It is the ancient meditative practice of gently floating ink on water to create marble-like patterns. The designs are then transferred to absorbent Japanese paper. Suminagashi offers endless possibilities as no two are ever alike. Paper will be available for purchase in class.

(137) All levels 18 and older
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Mixed Media Painting & Collage

One Strange Bird See all classes by this school @ 2124 W Division St, Chicago, IL

Mixed Media Painting & Collage gives you the opportunity to explore the art of the collage, in this relaxed, social environment. Using found papers, images, and paint learn to create a unique piece of art. Learn basics of composition to create intriguing backgrounds to transfer your found images. Recycled papers and personal mementos can take your work to the next level. Play with wax, water color, and acrylic mediums. You will leave with...

(5) Beginner 18 and older
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Easy Bookbinding at Home

Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ Interactive Online Classroom via Zoom, Chicago, IL

Learn the basic skills and tools to create hand-crafted books, including folding, sewing and gluing, and different types of stitches and structures to create several of your own sample books. Skill Level: Beginner Notes: This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class. You will be emailed Zoom meeting instructions, including a unique URL and meeting ID, to join the class 1 day before the start...

(86) Beginner 18 and older
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$190

6 sessions

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Intermediate Bookbinding at Home (Ages 16+)

Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ Interactive Online Classroom via Zoom, Chicago, IL

Further your bookmaking practice with more advanced book forms, and stitching methods. Building on what you've learned from previous bookbinding classes, this class will challenge students to the next level of complexity in their craftsperson-ship and ability to create content. Skill Level: Intermediate Notes: This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class. You will be emailed Zoom meeting...

(86) Intermediate 16 and older
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$175

6 sessions

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Reviews for Paper Classes in Chicago

Paper Classes in Chicago are rated 4.5 stars based on 1,379 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.

  • Bookbinding: Basics & Beyond

    Reviewed by Caterina M. on 3/14/2024
    Jamie is a great teacher. Enjoyed the class and learned a lot.
  • Easy Bookbinding at Home

    Anonymous review on 2/11/2021
    I learned lots and made lots of books! Great teacher, very knowledgeable.
  • Paper Remix-Inspired Collage

    Reviewed by Sandy J. on 7/27/2020
    Class is fun and we have all seen growth in our work. Love the demos, artist info and feedback given.
  • Mixed Media Painting & Collage

    Anonymous review on 8/20/2016
    This was my 1st art class. It was easy and straightforward. Wish there were more types of periodicals to choose from and appliqués. The ambience was sedate. Thought it would be more social. In any case, I tried something new. I'd do it again.

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