Mixed-Media Collage Celebration

All skill levels welcome

Who inspires you? A trailblazing artist, a music legend, a historical change maker, or maybe a holiday figure close to your heart? In this hands-on workshop, you’ll turn a portrait of the person of your choice into a layered, dreamlike work of mixed-media art.

We’ll start with a printed image of your subject’s face. You’ll cut it into 3–4 pieces and rearrange them across your page, then build the story around them, one layer at a time. Using collage as our main medium, we’ll add watercolor washes, drawing, and stamping. You’ll fill the spaces between the fragments with flowers, symbols, lines, and imagery that say something about who your subject is and what they mean to you. Seasonal touches like vintage holiday cards, wrapping paper, metallic accents, and winter motifs will give your piece a festive spin, if you want one.

This class is about play and personal expression, not perfection. The step-by-step structure makes it accessible to everyone, including first-time artists, and every finished piece will be completely unique. You’ll leave with a finished artwork that’s ready to frame or give as a one-of-a-kind holiday gift.

No experience needed. All materials provided.

Participants are welcome to bring their own printed portrait or meaningful papers and ephemera to include

Due to frequent no shows of registered students, this class is first come first served, so registration is optional. RSVP will be a reminder about the class only. There is a limit of 20 students so arrive early to assure your spot.