This workshop allows you to actually see the elements of art and principles of design in use! Us self-taught artists might not have ever studied the elements and principles of design and may have never done a project that intentionally focuses on using them. This woodburning workshop allows you to do just that!
This class is self-guided for independent learning.
Is this workshop right for you? If you resonate with any of these, then this workshop is for you!
- You want actual, hands-on practice using art principles
- You don't know much about art principles and want to learn about them
- You want someone to actually show you how to use art principles in your work
- You want to learn how to make a balanced and visually appealing mandala
- You want someone to teach you the basics of doing mandalas in general
- You want someone to help guide you along the way
- You want to try something new!
- BYOB- Bring Your Own Burner
- BYOW- Bring Your Own Wood
- You need to know how to use your woodburning machine. This class does not cover woodburning basics. You don't need to be a pro, but you do need to know the basics.
- Print off the template ahead of time
- Good internet connection
Renée Foskett Wilson, Pyrographer + Art Educator
HEYO!
I'm Renée- a fun and silly mixed-media pyrography artist, art educator, and small business entrepreneur.
I'm here to teach you no-fluff, high-touch, in-depth workshops that take you through the nitty-gritty details in an authentic way to help you explore, learn, and grow as an artist.
I teach as if we're sitting together and having a conversation. I keep it raw and real. No gatekeeping. No secrets. If I don't know the answer then I'll help you find the answer.
Subjects and topics are approachable, easy to understand, juicy, and specific. We go step by step, building block by building block. I make jokes and TikTok references and laugh and make learning fun.
I deliver information that actually answers your questions.
So jump on in. I'd love to lead you through this woodburning workshop, step by step.
1: Explore art principles
Many ingredients make art art. We will spend about 30 minutes overviewing the principles of design and art elements so you can get a feel for what it is we're doing with our mandala.2: Learn how to balance your mandala
You don't want a boring mandala but you don't want to overdo it either. We want our art to be interesting, visually appealing, and captivating to the viewer. We are going to be very intentional and mindful about what elements we add to our mandalas so we can achieve a balanced piece.
3: We're going to explore linework
In my opinion, linework can make or break a piece, ESPECIALLY in mandalas that are supposed to be symmetrical and repetitive. We're going to explore using lines to our advantage.
4: We're going to explore textures
Not all textures are made equal! Some woodburned textures are dense and dark while others are light and airy. Some textures are bold while others are soft. Some are striking while others are very subtle. We're going to analyze our mandala as we go so we can determine which textures would best achieve the look we are going for.
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- You'll receive step-by-step breakdowns for each element of the mandala
- You'll walk away with new skills and inspiration to try your own mandalas
- You receive the full recorded class to watch over and over
- There's also a complete resource library with links