WORKSHOPS

Join us for an inspiring day of exploration and creativity, designed for both beginners and advanced students alike. Surprise yourself with the endless possibilities of collage as you work with an eclectic mix of random paper scraps from my personal stash, as well as your own handmade gel prints and unique papers you’ve crafted using paints, markers, stencils, and more. Introduce your own personal marks, random gestural strokes with the brush or transparent or opaque color fields within or over your layers of collage,

You’ll learn design principles that will guide you in creating a stunning, multi-dimensional triptych that you will mount and take home with you at the end of the day.

Enjoy a relaxing and joy-filled atmosphere as we dive into layering techniques, texture creation, and the art of revealing hidden layers. Come ready to unleash your creativity and experience the magic of collage and beyond.

Details

Date & Time:
Saturday, November 7th - 11am - 2pm

$100.00 per person. Must be paid in advance upon registration, non-refundable.

Supplies: All materials, instruction and triptych to take home are included.

Limited to 6 students. No experience necessary!
Bring a bag lunch and beverage. Workshops are air conditioned.

Instructor: Barbara Ziev

Contact Barbara Ziev at (610)428-3943 for questions and to pay cash/Zelle.

Let's give your favorite piece of sea glass the setting it deserves! In this workshop, you'll learn how to size, solder, and form a sterling silver prong setting to showcase a piece of sea glass in a one-of-a-kind pendant necklace. By the end of class, you'll have a wearable piece that carries a little piece of the shoreline with you. Bring in your own sea glass or select from what is provided.

For those who have used a torch to solder.

OBJECTIVES:

Students will apply basic jewelry-making techniques, including soldering, forming, and prong setting, to create a custom pendant necklace featuring sea glass. Everyone will work with sterling silver and will learn soldering techniques using a butane torch, sizing and shaping metal to fit an irregular stone, and finishing methods to complete a polished, wearable piece.

3-Hr. Workshop. All materials provided including sterling silver.

Workshops are air conditioned, bring a snack and a favorite beverage.

Instructor: Lisa Johnson

Date & Time:
Thursday, November 12th - 12 - 3pm.

Tuition: $100

Contact Barbara Ziev at (610)428-3943 for any questions or to pay in cash.

DESCRIPTION:

Make a ring that's uniquely yours, letter by letter! In this workshop, you'll learn how to size, solder, texture, and stamp a sterling silver band ring from start to finish. Whether you want to spell out a word, add a meaningful symbol, or simply create a beautifully textured surface, you'll leave with a one-of-a-kind piece and the skills to make more.

OBJECTIVES:

Students will apply basic jewelry-making techniques, including sizing, soldering, texturing, and metal stamping, to create a finished sterling silver band ring. Everyone will work with sterling silver and will learn soldering techniques using a butane torch, along with sanding, filing, and finishing methods to complete a polished, wearable piece.

This is a 3 hour class. Please dress comfortably for creating and bring your own snacks.

Beginner - No experience needed

Instructor: Lisa Johnson

Date & Time:
Friday, November 20th - 12 - 3pm

Tuition: $100

Supplies: All materials will be provided. Includes sterling silver.

Please contact Barbara Ziev at (610)428-3943 with questions or to pay cash.

In this workshop I will show you how to create beautiful botanical cyanotype prints. We will be learning the art of camera less photography creating one of a kind, original cyanotype prints from nature. 

This is a non toxic process using photo sensitized paper and UV light or sunlight creating a Prussian blue botanical print. 

We can take it a step further creating artful cyanotypes adding color and texture to the Prussian blue cyanotype prints. 

You will leave with several beautiful prints, some will be ready to mat and frame. 

Workshops are air conditioned, bring a snack and a favorite beverage. Limited to 8 students. No experience necessary.

Date & Time:
Saturday, November 21st
11am - 2pm

Instructor: Barbara Ziev

$75.00 per person. Must be paid in advance upon registration, non-refundable.
Includes all materials, instruction and original artwork.

Can accommodate up to 8 people at a time.

Contact Barbara Ziev at (610)428-3943 with questions or to pay cash/Zelle.

DESCRIPTION:

Curve, curl, and connect! In this fast-paced workshop, you'll learn the essentials of metal smithing while making a copper cuff bracelet that's uniquely yours. We'll cover annealing to keep your metal workable, hammer forming to shape it around your wrist, and soldering to bring it all together.

No experience necessary — just bring your wrist and your imagination!

OBJECTIVES:

Students will apply basic metalworking skills, including annealing, hammer forming, and soldering, to create a custom-fit copper cuff. Everyone will leave with a wearable, one-of-a-kind piece and a solid introduction to fundamental jewelry-making techniques.

Workshops are air conditioned, bring a snack and a favorite beverage.

Instructor: Lisa Johnson

Date & Time:
Wednesday, Dec. 2nd - 6 - 8pm

Tuition: $75

Contact Barbara Ziev at (610)428-3943 for questions or to pay in cash.

Supplies: All materials will be provided.

Turn found objects into a sculptural wall piece in the spirit of Louise Nevelson. Gather wood scraps, metal pieces and everyday castoffs, arrange them into a layered composition, and unify them with a single coat of black, white or gold. The result is dramatic shadow, depth and a little magic.

You’ll learn about Nevelson’s work and the basics of balance, rhythm and texture, then make it your own. No experience needed.

You’ll take home a small abstract assemblage, ready to hang.

Wednesday, December 9th · 11 am–2 pm · $125 per person
Includes all materials, instruction and your finished artwork.

Must be paid in advance upon registration, non-refundable.

Can accommodate up to 8 people at a time for this workshop. Bring a bag lunch. Space is air conditioned.

Instructor:Barbara Ziev

Please contact Barbara Ziev at (610)428-3943 with questions or to pay cash/Zelle.

Date & Time:
Custom workshops available. Request a date.

Ideal for team building, women’s groups, birthday parties.

Come play, experiment and connect through a game of stories and connection.

No experience necessary, Dress for mess and bring seven of your friends for an afternoon of play, insight and creative collaboration using various mixed media.

Using a variety of materials, you’ll engage in a collaborative art-making process inspired by story cards that encourage sharing personal stories rarely told. Through listening, laughter, and a little bit of risk-taking, you’ll discover meaningful connections and create a collective artwork filled with unexpected and beautiful messages.

Workshops are air conditioned, bring a snack and a favorite beverage. Limited to 8 students.

Schedule private party for women or couples.

Instructor: Barbara Ziev

Supplies: All materials will be provided.

$100.00 per person.
Includes all materials, instruction and original artwork ready to hang.

Must be paid in advance upon registration, non-refundable.

Can accommodate up to 8 people at a time for this workshop.

Reserve your date for your group today.

Contact Barbara Ziev at (610)428-3943 for questions or to pay in cash.

Date & Time:
Sunday, December 6th
1pm - 4pm

Custom workshops also available. Request a date.

This workshop focuses on transforming unpainted small wooden boxes into personalized works of art through creative decoration and mixed media techniques. Participants will explore various ways to enhance the natural wood surface, turning simple boxes into unique keepsakes or gifts.

Workshop Overview

Introduction to Materials and Tools

Participants receive unpainted wooden boxes and are introduced to materials such as acrylic paints, wood stains, decoupage papers, stamps, stencils, embellishments (beads, buttons, fabric), and adhesives.

Basic tools like brushes, sponges, and sandpaper are also provided.

Surface Preparation and Design Planning

Guidance on lightly sanding the boxes to smooth surfaces and prepare them for decoration. Participants brainstorm design ideas, considering themes, color schemes, and techniques they want to explore.

Decorative Techniques

Instruction on a variety of methods including:

• Painting and staining to highlight the wood grain or add vibrant colors

• Decoupage to apply patterned papers or images

• Stenciling and stamping for texture and pattern

• Adding three-dimensional embellishments for tactile interest

Creative Experimentation

Encouragement to mix techniques and materials, layering paint with collage or combining natural wood finishes with colorful accents. Participants can personalize their boxes with meaningful symbols, words, or abstract designs.

Finishing and Preservation

Sealing and protecting the finished artwork with varnish.

What Participants Will Gain

• Hands-on experience working with wood surfaces and mixed media

• Skills in combining painting, collage, and embellishment techniques

• Confidence in planning and executing a creative project

• A beautiful, customized wooden box to keep or gift

This workshop is perfect for artists, crafters, or anyone interested in exploring mixed media on wood, offering a tactile and rewarding artistic experience that blends natural textures with imaginative design.

$100.00 per person (Cash or Zelle). Must be paid in advance upon registration, non-refundable.

Can accommodate up to 8 people at a time for this workshop.

Instructor: Barbara Ziev

Supplies: Materials, instruction and original artwork ready to hang included.

Please dress comfortably for creating and bring your own lunch or snacks.

Please contact Barbara Ziev at (610)428-3943 with questions or to pay cash.

Date & Time:
Saturday, December 5th
10am - 1pm

Custom workshops also available. Request a date.

Create a sentimental, one-of-a-kind silk scarf made from the silk ties of your father, husband, brother or other beloved. Or use the beautiful tie options we have available.

You will create a beautiful silk scarves by transferring the dye and patterns from men’s silk ties onto a white 100% silk scarf. With a non-toxic process, we create a one of a kind, originals made and signed by each participant.

All materials provided. You'll take home an original, ready to wear silk printed scarf, 12" x 60" colorfast and washable. Workshops are air conditioned, bring a snack and a favorite beverage.

Instructor: Barbara Ziev

$100.00. Must be paid in advance upon registration, non-refundable.

Can accommodate up to 6 people at a time for this workshop.

Supplies: All materials will be provided. You’re welcome to bring silk ties from your own collection.

Reserve your date for your group today. Call Barbara Ziev at (610)428-3943 for questions or to pay cash/Zelle.