Wabi-Sabi Mixed Media with Harriet Bystrom

Event Description

Wabi-Sabi is embracing imperfection and celebrating happy accidents. This 8 week course is designed for artists of all levels who want to dive into the fascinating world of mixed media using fabric and paper. The style is grunge! Think Steampunk, Oriental, Vintage, Abstract, Figurative, Torn edges, Doodles, Distressed look and the list goes on.

What will be covered in this course?

Gain hands on experience in various techniques like coffee/tea dying, rusting, image transferring, slow stitching, using different mediums, including wax to alter fabric and paper ready to use in your creations.

By the end of this course

Finished some amazing art pieces and a basic journal. You will also have a collection of unique interesting papers and fabrics that you’ve crafted using many different techniques, ready to be incorporated into your future projects. Develop skills in all different mixed media methods, including transferring images to fabric, slow stitching and using different mediums to create your unique art pieces.

THIS CLASS IS FOR: Adults – all skill levels, no experience required

LOCATION: Woolgoolga Gallery 73 Turon Parade Woolgoolga

TIME: Wednesday mornings 9.30 am to 12.30 pm

DURATION: 8 weeks

WHEN: 30 July - 17 September 

TUTOR: Harriet Brystrom 

COST: Member $185 Non Member $195 cost includes some materials supplied over the 8 weeks. 

REQUIRED MATERIALS

A3 mixed media pad or A3 300gsm watercolour pad.

Mod Podge matt or matt gel medium ( important for all gluing) Cheap brush 1.5” for gluing

A few general soft brushes acrylic paint ( a basic set)

ABOUT THE TUTOR

As a mixed media artist, I have a strong foundation in visual art, having studied at the Coffs Education Centre and 15 years of teaching experience. I am proud to have had my own exhibition, showcasing my unique style and artistic vision. Additionally, I have been recognised and awarded prizes in numerous exhibitions along the Coffs Coast and in Sydney. My artistic approach is defined by a love for texture and layers, which adds depth and complexity to my pieces. I am also committed to sustainability and environmental consciousness, as I incorporate recycled materials into my artwork whenever possible. When it comes to teaching, my style is relaxed and fun. I believe in creating a supportive and enjoyable environment for my students to explore their creativity and discover their own unique artistic voice.