Denny Nkemontoh

Denny’s Workshop12814 NW Bishop Rd

Hillsboro, OR 97124www.dennys-workshop.cominfo@dennys-workshop.com

503-866-0180

April 2017

There’s a lot to share about upcoming classes and other news!

GLASS ON GLASS WITH KORY DOLLAR

Birds and Blossoms in process.

Just a few weeks ago Kory taught a class here on GOG (Glass on Glass) Flower Gardens. Was it ever fun! So we are scheduling some more events with Kory.

August 25-27: Birds and Blossoms -- $250

October 6-8: Birds and Blossoms -- $250

Monthly GOG Meet Up with Kory:

May 26 June 30 July 28 August 25 -- CANCELLED September 29

This class meets from 5-9 pm the last Friday of every month. Cost: $50 per session, preregistration required. The class includes one detailed lesson and one-on-one tutoring. Bring your own project or purchase materials at the workshop.

WATERCOLOR WITH ANJI GRAINGER

Award-winning watercolor artist of Blue Pansy Cottage Arts (www.bluepansycottage.com), Anji will be offering a 6 week class on Thursday mornings, 10-12:30. Class dates are July 13, 20, 27; and August 3, 10, and 17. Cost is $150.

Develop your proficiency in watercolor techniques. This course is designed for painters who want to learn watercolor techniques in a fun and non-threatening way. Student will explore traditional watercolor methods as well as take a look at experimental ways to express their art.

Anji is an incredible teacher. I know because I’ve taken her classes. You will be thrilled by what you can paint! Minimum six students for class to hold. Contact me now if interested.

CONCRETE LEAVES WITH JANICE HATTENHAUER – AUGUST 12, 10:30-1

This three day is the perfect class for leaf lovers.  It's easy and fun to cast leaves in concrete that, once cured, painted, and sealed, can be used outdoors or indoors.  You will take home two curing leaves to finish on your own, and get first-hand experience on how to paint and seal your leaves using provided cured leaves.  All supplies are provided. Leaves are about the size of an adult hand. Please bring bag lunch.

SPACESCAPES: POLYMER CLAY TILE MAKING AND TEMPERED GLASS MOSAIC TECHNIQUES –SEPT. 7-8 -- $290

Create a ‘scape (spacescape, landscape, etc.) which incorporates three basic areas, foreground, orb in the sky (sun, moon, planet), and background. Approx. 10 ” by 8 ” using polymer clay tiles and tempered glass.

Topics include review of some of the leading tempered glass and polymer clay artists, tools, supplies and where to get them, substrates, adhesives, colorants, decorative papers, photos, gift wrap, alcohol inks, artful grout lines, and mixing in other mosaic materials such as polymer clay tiles, ceramic, mirror, and stained glass.   Susan will demonstrate several ways to create colored grout, including the blended tie-dye effect of mixing several colors of grout in one piece.   She will also demonstrate how to grout pieces that include polymer clay. Cost: $250 plus $40 materials fee. Susan’s website is http://scmosaics.com/ . REGISTER NOW!

CLASSES WITH ME (DENNY)

1. ALCOHOL INK CLASS -- $40 – June 16 OR June 17 (same material covered at both classes) -- 10-4

Begin by exploring the use of alcohol inks on yupo (synthetic paper) and then add stencils and various techniques. Create a pendant using a demo, stamping, and alcohol ink, followed by resin. Paint a wine glass. Combine alcohol ink and embossing to create a unique tile or coaster. NO ARTISTIC ABILITY REQUIRED. THIS IS JUST PLAIN FUN!

2. MOSAIC STEPPING STONES -- $30 – GREAT FOR BOTH KIDS AND ADULTS -- June 27 – 1-5 pm

We will be mosaicking on premade pavers and large rocks. Make three pieces per registration. Materials cost only if you want to make additional pavers.

3. SHIBORI DYEING -- $50 – July 14 or 15 – 10-4 pm

Shibori is the Japanese art of creating patterns by binding, stitching, folding and twisting fabric during the dyeing process. In this beginning level workshop, learn some basic traditional techniques using commonly available commercial dyes. Experiment on a series of silk and cotton scarves and go home with the skills to dye larger pieces at home. Limit 8 students. Class is one day, same material both days.

4. EXPLORATION: CLAY HANDBUILDING -- $10 -- Mondays throughout July and August

This is a drop in class. Open all day from 10-4. Come play on your own. Tutoring, project ideas included as needed. Price includes clay, firing and glazes. Please call or email by the evening before if you plan on coming.

5. JOURNALING/BOOKMAKING CLASS – 7-9 pm – Most Tuesday nights -- $5 per session or $30 for yearlong subscription

This is an ongoing class that is suitable for drop-ins or ongoing attendance. We make various types of books/journals many of which are bound. We also explore different techniques for journaling – using various mediums such as gel pads, stenciling, alcohol inks, etc.

6. OPEN STUDIO – 10-4 – Most Wednesdays in July and August. Many other days available by request. Free to come work in Denny’s Workshop. Bring your own materials/project and use Denny’s tools – dremel, stamps, cri-cut, stencils, etc. – free of charge. Or purchase materials there.

OTHER NOTES:

LAVENDER FESTIVAL OPPORTUNITY: Interested in taking one of my classes (classes I teach) or giving it as a gift to someone else? Our Lavender Festival is July 7-9. If you are willing to come and help me in the workshop for a day, you get a free class. What does helping involve? Working with children and adults to do a predetermined craft activity. Last year it was making Lavender themed cards. Maybe answering a few questions about the workshop and classes. It basically is being an extra set of hands and eyes! No particular skillset required.

BULLSEYE GLASS FOR SALE

I have a fairly large amount of Bullseye glass for sale at approximately half wholesale cost (and sometimes more). I have some sheets, lots of 10 x 10 in pieces, and many pieces cut as rounds (meant for fusing/slumping but can be used for anything else as well). 10 x 10’s are $10 for clears, blacks, and whites and all others are $12. Cost for larger pieces based on square inch.

Note: The Workshop has other materials for sale as well ranging from Artwork to lavender products to Ukrainian placemats to gelli pads, stickers, collage packets, books, and more.

POSSIBLE CLASSES

I am still in the process of scheduling summer and fall classes. Soon to be announced are encaustic classes led by an incredible artist. She will teach both a beginner’s class and a more advanced technique class that creates texture and visual interest.

Throughout the summer I will offer a number of Exploration courses. These are low cost classes (usually $5-10) where you can explore a genre or project. I’ll probably, for example, offer marbling several times during the summer. Watch FB and your email box for updates.

What other courses would you like to take from me? Or from a guest artist/teacher? Do you know someone I should contact about coming to teach? Please let me know!