Holding Space: Mixed-Media Vessels

Service Description

Holding Space: Mixed-Media Vessels With Lianna Gilman Fridays, June 5, 12, 19 and 26 1:30 to-4:00 pm Cost is $55 for the 4-class series. Additional materials fee to Lianna is $10. What fascinates me about vessels is how they’re more than either empty shapes or containers for physical items – they can also hold space. They remind me to hold space for new possibilities in everyday life and to consider new opportunities that might emerge when I hold a sense of direction with curiosity rather than a singular focus on a pre-determined destination. Using a relaxed, free-style approach, we’ll play with several vessel forms, including fabric maché shaped on balloons; thread made into magical nests with dissolvable stabilizer; and assembled structures whimsically embellished with fabric, wire and other materials. The emphasis is on curiosity, authenticity and the natural perfection of being imperfect. An abundance of the basic materials for all of the forms will be provided. Participants, please bring: Fabric, yarn, beads, charms, old jewelry, etc from your stash, if you want to work with them Basic hand-sewing supplies – pins, needles, small scissors etc For machine sewing, bring your own sewing machine if you have one that’s easy to transport – or -- you can assemble and pin the foundations in class and then machine-stitch at home. There will be at least 1 sewing machine set up in the classroom to use. Lianna Gilman is a free-style weaver and fiber artist with an adventurous mixed-media spirit. She creates one-of-a-kind wearable art, wall-hangings, table-runners, vessels and whimsical whatnots. Visit www.heartsong-weaving.com for more about her work. To pay by credit card, click ‘Add to Cart’ on the registration page. Or you can put cash or a check made out to WIAC (Whidbey Island Arts Council) in the payment jar in our classroom.