Lynne Medsker Art & Photography Classes

Classes, Workshops, Instruction

I offer one-on-one or group instruction for photography, digital art, alternate printmaking techniques, artist trading cards and mixed media/collage. Most instruction is geared for teens and adults but it can be modified for younger children too. I can instruct from my home studio and/or on location. I have on-the-job experience with special needs children and have done art projects with special needs groups and individuals through Noble of Indiana, Outside The Box and Best Buddies of Indiana. I also present workshops and demonstrations for art clubs, libraries, schools and other groups. Dates, times and cost for instruction vary according to content and group size, email for more infomation: info@lynnemedsker.com

SPRING 2012

We are gearing up to host a very special workshop! On Friday March 2nd (6 to 8 p.m.) and again Saturday March 3rd (9:30-11:30 a.m.) Mark & I are going to host a “Create your own Metal Sculpture” workshop! We’ll have a variety of different types, shapes and sizes of metal for you to select from. Once you've made your selection we will help you as you design your very own metal wall sculpture! It will then be prepared, welded and polished for you and available to pick up in two weeks. The size of the sculptures can be up to 11x14. Sculpture this size that we create & design cost $125. For this special workshop the cost will be only $75. Your design session will last approximately 1 hour and reservations are required. Contact us via email (info@lynnemedsker.com) or by phone (317-852-3541) to reserve your session!

I have also began the spring session of "Open Studio Sessions"! Join me for one or several of these fun classes as we experiment and create with different materials and media! The cost for all the sessions listed are $30 per session or pre-pay for 3 sessions at $75. Class sizes are small so be sure to sign up for the ones you are interested in early so you don’t miss them! Here is a list of the dates and descriptions of what we will be doing in each of these 2 1/2 hour long sessions:

Saturday, Feb. 25th - “Watercolor Play” - an encore of the January class shown here: Watercolor Session, Recap

Wednesday, Feb. 29th - “Yupo Play” - watercolor or ink on this fabulous paper can take you to places you’d never imagine!

Wednesday, March 14th - “Wall Sculpture” part 1 - the beginning of a two-part class, we’ll use wood, metal and other materials to create an abstract wall sculpture.
(The second part of this class will be held on Wednesday, March 28th.)

Saturday, March 24th - “Creative Collage” - an encore of the February 1st class, you’ll design and create an 8x10 collage on a ready-to-hang wood panel. Here are images from the February 1st class: Creative Collage

Wednesday, March 28th - “Wall Sculpture” part 2 - Continuing from the March 14th class we will complete the assembly and final details on our mixed media wall sculptures.

Wednesday, April 11th - “Art from Nature” celebrating Earth Day 2012 a little early (April 22nd is the date) we will create mixed media art that includes natural elements (rocks, wood, etc.) Feel free to bring your own “treasures” to include in your art!

Wednesday, April 25th - “Recycled Journals” - continuing to celebrate the earth we will create small, decorative journals from recycled materials!

Saturday, April 28th - “Art from Nature” an encore of the April 11th class, we may even hold this class outdoors if weather permits!

I accept payments for classes on this site, via PayPal. Select the class you are joining from the drop down menu, add it to your cart and then submit your payment, how easy is that! Cash, check and credit card payments are also accepted.

CREATE YOUR OWN CLASS!
You may request future classes & workshops, see details below:
Currently scheduling for 2012! Be sure to schedule as soon as possible to get the class/date that you want! Below is a list of topics (along with costs/time requirements) that I would be excited to share with you. I am available to present these topics at a variety of different days/times, please contact me to schedule a date! It's up to YOU what the schedule will be! Here's how it works:
Step 1 - Choose the art you'd like to create from the topics listed below
Step 2 - Pick a date
Step 3 - Invite your friends (or open the class to the public) and we'll be ready to go!

Be sure to choose your dates early, especially if you are interested in a Saturday class, as my schedule fills up quickly with portrait photography on those days. For most sessions at my studio there is a minimum of 2/maximum of 6 participants per session, unless otherwise noted. If you would like me to present a session at your location I require a minimum of 4 participants. Once you've reserved your date you can request a private class or I will publish the information on my blog and open it up to others that might be interested in joining the class. Topics to choose from:

Acrylic/Watercolor on Paper - Create a fun and colorful abstract work combining acrylic & watercolor paints of paper! Cost per person, including all supplies, $45. 3-4 hours per session.

Three-piece Mixed Media Collage - Let your creativity flow across three square wood panels as you layer decorative papers, beads, strings, found objects & paint to create your own unique art. Cost per person, including all supplies, $65. Approximately 3 hours per session.

Gelatin prints - Create printmaking projects using gelatin as a printing plate. This is a fun way to explore printmaking without having to use a press. The plate is basically just a 1/4 to 1/2" deep slab of thick gelatin. Visit the printmaking section of this site to view other sample images of gelatin prints or visit this link to see a step-by-step process post on my blog. Cost per person, including all supplies, $45. 3-4 hours per session.

Mandala Art - Loosely translated mandala means "circle." These repetitive patterns are found in nature (biology, geology, chemistry, physics and astronomy). Many different cultures and religions use the mandala form as a spiritual symbol and creating mandalas is also used as a form of art therapy. Making a mandala is a very soothing process that can be enjoyed by anyone. Again, here are some blog posts/sample images for you to look at: Mandala Art and More Mandalas (and an endorsement!) Cost per person, including all supplies and a mat for framing your favorite piece, $25. Approximately 2 hours. Minimum of 4/maximum of 8 participants for the mandala class.

Mixed media on illustration board - These projects can be done as abstract art, landscapes or other styles as each participant wants. It's fun to peel away and add to the composition until you are happy with it. See a step-by-step demo HERE! Cost per person, including all supplies, $65. Allow 5-6 hours.

Mixed media wall sculptures - I love making these! Using a variety of materials, including wood, metal & paint, you can incorporate anything into them and just let your imagination run wild. View samples here: Mixed Media Wall Sculpture and Sample work from previous workshop Cost per person $95. Allow 6-8 hours (can be divided into two sessions).

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