ArtClay Silver Certified Instructor and Collage Artist Debbie Wojnarowski

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Deb Wojnarowski
ArtClay silver Certified Instructor
PMC Certified Artisan
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No Meeting for Jan 2010

"Memory" Mayslake Peabody Estate-Midwest Collage Society

Midwest Collage Society members will be presenting a Exhibit "Memory" at Maylake Peabody Estate, 1717 W. 31st Oak Brook IL 60532, January 12th-March 6th 2010. Opening Reception Saturday Jan. 16th, 4-6 pm Closing Reception Saturday Mar 6th 1-3pm.

Along with this exhibit there will be a
Collage Workshop offered to interested indiviuals,
"The Intuitive Process of Collage"
Workshop will be held at

Mayslake Peabody Estate
1717 W. 31st Street
Oak Brook IL 60523
630-206-9566
www.mayslakepeabody.com

Workshop Description:

The Intuitive Process of Collage
The art form of collage is an intuitive process of concealing and revealing, adding and subtracting until you reach a desired image. Students will learn the fundamentals of collage, design skills and the opportunity for new spontaneity as they explore exciting collage techniques. We will cover the proper techniques, adhesives and materials for the fine art of collage. Both those new to collage and people with previous experience will benefit from this workshop as it is designed to engage any level of interest. Each participant is ensured to come away inspired. Day one will be about creating individual unique collage papers, coating them with polymer medium to prepare for the tack iron process. Day two consists of exercises in compositional layouts; images transfer techniques and exploring the intuitive process of creativity in their collage artwork. Please note the collage workshop is set up on two separate Saturdays to give working individuals the opportunity to participate in this Collage workshop.

Collage Instructor: Laura Lein-Svencner- Award winning National Artist, Teacher and Demonstrator, member of the National Collage Society, LaGrange Art League, Naperville Art League, co founder of the Midwest Collage Society.

Dates: Saturday Feb 20th 9-4pm
Saturday Feb 27th 9-4pm

Fee $185.00 Check made out to Forest Preserve District Dupage County or pay by credit card (Visa/Master/Discover)
Plus a $20.00 packet/supply fee collect on Feb 20th by instructor day one.
Check made out to: Laura Lein-Svencner or cash.
Call to reserve you space in the workshop: (630)206-9566

Students supply list:
Workshop Participates are asked to bring a brown back lunch and drink, wear comfortable cloths, bring an apron to wear.
Coffee and small snacks will be served.
All other supplies will be provided for the workshop.

Camp Mack Photos

Camp Mack and more photos

Last Meeting of 2009 Dec 6th

Dear MCS Members,

Our next meeting will be Dec 6th, from 1-4pm at the Darien Municipal Center, 1710 Plainfield Road. We will be having our annual Pot Luck holiday lunch with treats, You may like to bring a Gift exchange or a small handmade art piece wrapped. Discussion about exhibiting and selling our work and brainstorming for the 2010 year. Postcards will be passed out at this meeting for the Memory Exhibit at Mayslake Peabody Estates so be sure to be there to pick up you postcards.

MCS President Tania Blanco is exhibiting in ArtFest Holiday Open House

ARTFEST HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
an art show among friends


When: Friday, November 13th 5pm to 9pm, Saturday, November 14th 10am to 4pm

Where: 745 Chesterfield Dr. in Naperville. (off Naper Blvd. between Chicago Av. and 75th Street. Turn west on Chesterfield one block south of Greentrails Drive

Who: Eight talented local artists showcasing artwork in all medias

Meg Bandyk: Fused glass and silver clay jewelry/ceramics
Tania Blanco: Mixed media/collage/ small works
Susan Borghesi: Clay sculpture/ornaments/ cement crosses
Kris Cromwell: Oil and acrylic on canvas/mixed media surfaces
Debbie Egizio: Whimsical mixed media mini art/ornaments
Nancy Gelband: Acrylic on canvas/hand painted garden pots
Debra Morse: Shimmerbling/cool accessories
Michael Taylor: Mixed media collage

One of a kind unique artwork in all price ranges for holiday gift giving!

Refreshments served!

Cash or check only please!

Your support of local art and artists is appreciated!!

For further info. contact: Nancy Gelband 630-416-7670