Trash to Treasure: Assemblage Alchemy Master Class Wednesday 9 - 4:30 and $290 Michael deMeng Thursday 9 - 4:30
Student Level: Prerequisite - must have previously taken Michael deMeng course(s)
Type of Workshop: Project
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This is a 2 day workshop.
Artists are renowned for using whatever is readily available in their surroundings to create art. You’re not going to see many coconut carvings in Alaska . In many ways, this is why the process of assemblage has become so popular; after all, junk and discarded things abound. Perfect pickings for those with the desire for junking and dumpster diving.
In this class we’re going to take anything and everything and transform it into something of value. We are taking trash and turning it into something seemingly sacred. Sound ironic. Actually I view it similar to the alchemical process of transforming base metals into gold. This will be done using various methods of assemblage, collage, and painting techniques.
This is a 2-day workshop for students who have previously taken my courses and are familiar with the tools I use and the paint techniques. This will allow us to explore more advanced ideas.
Supply List:
- Aves Apoxy Clay
- Basic tools such as pliers and the like.
- Brushes (acrylic) - smaller and detail
- Acrylic Matte Medium – or any adhesive for collage
- Paints. You know my favs….but bring whatever you like and we will give it a whirl and see what we can. Here are a few suggestions but let’s experiment too: Quincridone Gold, Carbon Black, Titanium White, Quinacridone Crimson, Pthalo Blue, Pthalo Green, Van Dyke Brown.
- A few different kinds of glues- clear : (E 6000)
- Stuff, junk, doodads, thingies and more thingies…whatever it is you want to build…we will build it.
- Wire, twine, string
- A smattering of screws, bolts, and nails.
Optional items or suggestions to enhance the class project:
- Basic tools, such as pliers, screwdrivers, etc.
- Heat gun
- Dremel tool (cordless if you have it)
- Kroma Crackle- www.kromacrackle.com
Questions? Email Michael at assemblage@michaeldemeng.com
Website: www.michaeldemeng.com