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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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Handmade Bookbinding Workshop

The Morton Arboretum @ 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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Japanese Ink Painting

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Explore sumi-e, the ancient art of Asian ink painting. Learn the history of this art form and how to use the special painting tools. Paint subjects from nature using simple brush strokes. The goal of the sumi-e painter is to use the brush with vitality and restraint.  Individual instruction for students at all levels. No previous painting experience needed. A supply list will be sent.

(122) All levels 18 and older
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$189
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Suminagashi Workshop

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, 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.

(122) All levels 18 and older
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Mixed Media Multi-Session

One Strange Bird @ 2124 W Division St, Chicago, IL

Sharpen your skills and develop your own style in our 4-Week Mixed Media Painting & Collage class. Students will begin by learning about the elements and principles of design to craft impressive compositions. Exploring different materials, tools, and techniques, to push your work to the next level.  Gradually moving toward open-ended experimentation, this class will explore a variety of techniques used to create unique pieces of art,...

(5) All levels 18 and older
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$200

4 sessions

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Mixed Media Painting & Collage

One Strange Bird @ 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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Nature Notebooks Workshop

Spring Bird @ 18N600 Westhill Rd, Dundee Township, IL

Make your own Nature Notebook and spend the day observing, collecting, and writing  in it, while connecting with nature! Join us for a day in the Spring Bird’s woods learning to make your own pamphlet book, sun prints, and leaf rubbings and create a book for your writing, sketching, or creative project. Get inspired by being in the woods! You will learn: how to make your own pamphlet book how to make sun prints how to leaf rubbings ...

All levels 18 and older
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Easy Bookbinding at Home

Evanston Art Center @ 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...

(83) Beginner 18 and older
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$190

6 sessions

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Intermediate Bookbinding at Home (Ages 16+)

Evanston Art Center @ 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...

(83) Intermediate 16 and older
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$175

6 sessions

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Altered Art (Ages 16+)

Evanston Art Center @ Online Class, Online, IL

Explore various methods, approaches, and techniques in application to found imagery and objects. As a class we will utilize drawing, painting, collage, assemblage, and altered books while learning about different mixed-media artists working in altered art. Although the course will focus primarily on two-dimensional media, students are welcome to experiment with any media of their choosing! Required Materials Glue stick (UHU Glue sticks work well)...

(83) All levels 16 and older
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$185

5 sessions

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Explorations in Collage - Online

Evanston Art Center @ Interactive Online Classroom via Zoom, Chicago, IL

Examine different types of collage, altered art, and other forms of mixed-media utilized by Dada, Surrealist, and contemporary artists. The first few classes will focus on different types and approaches to collage, with the final weeks focusing on combining collage and other media.  Techniques and practices covered include Photomontage, Text Collage, Mixed-Media Painting, Gel Medium Transfer, and Altered Imagery. You are encouraged to experiment...

(83) All levels 18 and older
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$175

6 sessions

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Collage at Home

Evanston Art Center @ Interactive Online Classroom via Zoom, Chicago, IL

Examine different types of collage, altered art, and other forms of mixed-media utilized by Dada, Surrealist, and contemporary artists. Classes will focus on different types and approaches to collage, with the final weeks focusing on combining collage and other media.  Techniques and practices covered include photomontage, text collage, mixed-media painting, gel medium transfer, and altered imagery. You are encouraged to experiment with multiple...

(83) All levels 18 and older
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$190

6 sessions

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Introduction to the Art of Ebru

Chicago Botanic Garden

Discover ebru, the ancient Turkish technique of creating exquisite flower designs in marbled paper. You will learn to make leaves and petals of tulips, daisies, violets, poppies, and roses as you explore your creativity and develop your own personal style. Use the papers to frame, in bookbinding, and in lovely gifts.

(122) Beginner 18 and older
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$187

4 sessions

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