Have Your Way with Words	9:00 - 4:30 Sunday
	Lesley Riley	$145

This workshop is filled.
Student Level: All
Type of Workshop: Process and Project
Prerequisite: None

I am always drawn to artwork that incorporates words. I have a history of adding quotes to my own work (and writing books about it - Quotes Illustrated.) Yes, it is true that a picture is worth 1000 words, but I can't help adding meaning and message to my work. From the looks of things, I think many people feel the same way.

But how do you do that so that it looks good and adds to the work, not like an afterthought? And what do you do if you hate your own handwriting and have trouble mastering (or even attempting) modern calligraphy and fancy lettering. I’ve been there and I have conquered the fear and gotten a confident hand on hand-lettering. I want to share my hand-lettering methods and so much more with you.

In this class you will explore several ways to easily work words into your work. And you’ll not just get them on the work, but do so in such a way the words add to the overall composition of the piece. You will work with the usual suspects - pens, ink, paint, stencils and stamps, plus new materials. You will be privy to my “cheater” techniques and helpful tips that I’ve gather along the way. Let’s just say I have a way with words. So let’s talk…and make art.

Materials Fee: $20 payable to Instructor at class time includes:
All paint and mediums
TAP transfers
Specialty markers and papers
Stencil

Student should bring:
6-10 quotes that inspire strong yet basic visual imagery for you like birds, houses, night, stars, a woman, a child,  etc. You may also want to take a look at my Inspirational Quotes Illustrated book or web page for ideas and inspiration towards illustrating your quotes.
A color copy (8x8 or 8x10 if possible) of a photo you have taken
12" square pad of Strathmore 400 Series Watercolor paper
Water container
Rag or paper towels
12" ruler
Pencil
2 foam brushes
A small selection of paint brushes - suggested #4 round, 1/2" flat
Micron Pigma pen .08
Micron Pigma Graphic pen Size 2
A set of alphabet stamps if you have one
Papers and materials for collage
Your favorite collage glue

Bring if you have (no need to buy): watercolor pencils, markers or anything similar you may already paint/color/draw with.

If you'd like to place an advance order for supplies & tools for pick up at the on-site store when you arrive at AU, contact: The Occasional Artist - Email your order to: theoccasionalartist@cox.net or call 623-847-2215

Questions? email Lesley at lrileyart@gmail.com
Website: lesleyriley.com