Red Bow Studio: 2012

Tuesday, July 24, 2012

Summer Update

Above is a picture from the Paint a Canvas week!

Summer classes at Red Bow have begun. It's a new venue, but the creativity and fun are just the same! After this week there are two weeks of morning mini camp left- Create a Shrine and Collage Modge Podge.

Week 4 Create a Shrine July 31, August 1 &2 (Pictured Above)

In week four we will create a shrine out of a cigar box. Each child will choose a theme for their “shrine” and then paint and embellish the box based on their ideas.

Week 5 Collage Modge-Podge August 7,8&9 (Lamp Above)

In week five, we will spend our time cutting with scissors and creating collages with Mod Podge. We will decorate a home item (Your choice a lamp or a tray) that can be used for the years ahead.

If you are interested in signing up, please email the studio at theredbowstudio at gmail dot com.

And CLASSES...
On Mondays from 10-11:30AM I have a 1st grade art class that is running. There are a couple of spots left so email me if you would like to sign up theredbowstudio at gmail dot com. In this class we are drawing painting and creating outdoors. This week was the first class and everyone had a BLAST. (The hour and a half flew past in the blink of an eye.)

I am trying to form a friday Mommy and Me class for the younger children from 9:30-10:30Am. If there is any interest, please email me.

Enjoy your summers!

Tuesday, July 3, 2012

K. DiResta Collective

The lovely Kathleen DiResta has opened the K. DiResta Collective at 212 Sea Cliff Avenue, and it's fabulous! Her shop has artwork from many different local artists and she has kindly added Red Bow creations to her merchandise!! Kathleen will be hosting jewelry making birthday parties and classes at her shop/studio and word has it that some future art journaling may be happening here. She is also a wonder with redesigning and fixing old jewelry, so keep her in mind when you want to add something fabulous to your jewelry collection.

If you are looking for a gift or some inspiration, please visit her store at 212 Sea Cliff Avenue.

Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Summer Camp and Classes 2012

The summer morning camp and classes will be held at my garage studio. I live on a quiet street and my garage opens up to my backyard.

Summer Class Schedule
All classes can be prorated depending on your summer schedule- please notify me in advance!
Mondays 9:30-10:30AM 1st/2nd Grade Art
(6 Classes July 23rd to August 27th for $150)
In this class we have FUN while learning the basics of drawing and painting with all sorts of media. Projects are based around the fundamentals of art, such as line, value, form, and perspective, but the student will have such a great time creating they will have no idea that they are actually learning!

Fridays 9-10am Fiddling Fingers
(6 Classes July 20th to August 24th for $150)
Let your child explore the world of art and all the tools that go along with it. In this class we focus on learning about scissors, glue, paints, pens, pencils, and many other useful things and the proper way to use them. The class revolves around fun and creating.

Fridays 1o:15-11:15am Krafty K's
(6 Classes July 20th to August 24th for $150)
This class is designed specifically for all those fabulous kindergarteners who have had a long day at school and just want to KREATE with a capital K. In this class the students learn about the many different materials that are used for painting, drawing collaging, and almost anything else they can imagine.

Summer Morning Camp

from 9:30AM to 12 Noon Tuesdays-Thursdays

COST: $175 Per week includes all materials.

During the summer morning camp we will focus on a single area of art and create artwork portraying what we have learned. These classes are for children ages 6-10 (or with permission) who are serious about their artwork and would like to spend their mornings creating in an intimate studio setting with friends. We will be learning techniques and skills in each area that they will be able to use beyond the class. We will also have a lot of fun. There is a maximum of six students per week. Sign ups are per week and you may sign your child up for as many or few weeks as you like.

Week 2 Paint A Canvas July 17, 18, &19

The second week of camp will be spent with acrylics painting a canvas. On the first day we will sketch out our ideas and draw them onto our canvas. The second and third days will be spent working with the acrylic paints, focusing on color and form.

Week 3 Still Life & Portrait Painting July 24, 25 &26

Our third week will focus on still life painting. We will learn all about the face and body and use it to create drawings and paintings. By the end of these three days, your camper will be confidant in drawing the human body.

Week 4 Create a Shrine July 31, August 1 &2

In week four we will create a shrine out of a cigar box. Each child will choose a theme for their “shrine” and then paint and embellish the box based on their ideas.

Week 5 Collage Modge-Podge August 7,8&9

In week five, we will spend our time cutting with scissors and creating collages with Mod Podge. We will decorate a home item (Your choice a lamp or a tray) that can be used for the years ahead.

Red Bow Update

I wanted to thank everyone for a wonderful 2.5 years at my current space on Sea Cliff Avenue! I am going to be taking a "break" from having a physical studio space for awhile, but I plan on reopening a new Red Bow sometime early next year. I will be closing up shop at the end of June. I will still have an Etsy store if there are any Red Bow items that you need.

This summer I plan on running classes/camp out of my garage studio at home. While it isn't "Red Bow", it is still a great studio space and will allow the kids a higher "messiness/experimental" factor. Many of you have voiced interested in summer classes and I am now scheduling a list of classes. All classes will be held during the morning hours, so please email me if you are interested.

For all of you art journalers, the classes will continue at a different location- I will keep you posted.

I plan on finding another space in 2013, so don't be sad! I just need a break.

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Spring 2012 Art Classes for Ages 2-10

APRIL 17th-JUNE 22nd

DRAWING/PAINTING
In this class we have FUN while learning the basics of drawing and painting with all sorts of media.
Projects are based around the fundamentals of art, such as line, value, form, and perspective, but the
student will have such a great time creating they will have no idea that they are actually learning!
Open to all levels of artists.
Mondays 4-5:30pm for 3nd-5th graders (8 classes for $240 includes all materials)
Mondays 3-4 for 1st-2nd graders (8 classes for $200 includes all materials)
Tuesdays 4:15-5:15 Siblings Class PreK-3rd grade (10 classes $250 per student,
includes all materials)- this class is open to all, you don't have to have a sibling
to take this class!

KRAFTY K's
This class is designed specifically for all those fabulous kindergarteners who have had a
long day at school and just want to KREATE with a capital K. In this class the students
learn about the many different materials that are used for painting, drawing collaging, and
almost anything else they can imagine.
Tuesdays 3-4pm (10 classes $250 includes all materials)

FIDDLING FINGERS
Let your child explore the world of art and all the tools that go along with it. In this class
we focus on learning about scissors, glue, paints, pens, pencils, and many other useful
things and the proper way to use them. The class revolves around fun and creating.
Fridays 9:30am-10:30am for ages 2-4 (10 classes $250 includes materials)

If you have any questions or would like to enroll in any of the above classes, please email
theredbowstudio@gmail.com or call (516) 676-4324.

Summer Morning Camp at Red Bow Studio 2012

9:30AM to 12 Noon Tuesdays-Thursdays

COST: $175 Per week includes all materials.

During the summer morning camp we will focus on a single area of art and create artwork portraying what we have learned. These classes are for children ages 6-10 (or with permission) who are serious about their artwork and would like to spend their mornings creating in an intimate studio setting with friends. We will be learning techniques and skills in each area that they will be able to use beyond the class. We will also have a lot of fun. Due to studio size, there is a maximum of six students per week. Sign ups are per week and you may sign your child up for as many or few weeks as you like.

Week 1 Printing June 26,27,&28

In the first week of mini-camp we will learn about printing with foam, plastic stamps and stencils. On the first day we will work with brayers and stamps to create simple prints. The other days the campers will create their own designs and then print them.

Week 2 Paint A Canvas July 17,18&19

Week 3 Still Life & Portrait Painting July 24,25& 26

Week 4 Create a Shrine July 31, August 1&2

In week four we will create a shrine out of a cigar box. Each child will choose a theme for their “shrine” and then paint and embellish the box based on their ideas.

Week 5 Collage Modge-Podge Aug 7,8&9

In week five, we will spend our time cutting with scissors and creating collages with Mod Podge. We will decorate a home item (Your choice a lamp or a tray) that can be used for the years ahead.

Please call or email the studio to sign up! ($50 deposit towards the class required to reserve a spot)

Private art lessons for groups and individuals available over the summer. Please contact the studio for more information.

In addition to the Weekday Morning Camp, Red Bow will offer a Friday morning PreK-6yrs. This class will be a six week class from July 20th to August 24th. $180 per child

Sunday, February 19, 2012

Red Bow Schedule for Presidents Week

Red Bow Studio will be open next week with special scheduling. Regular classes will not be held, but there are a series of children's workshops that will be held. Sorry that this is so last minute, but hopefully some will be interested!!
The schedule is as follows:
Tuesday 10AM-Noon- Paint a Canvas (open to all kids K-5)
Tuesday 1-3PM- Modge Podge a Lamp (open to adults and children)

Wednesday 10AM-Noon- Modge Podge a Lamp (open to K-5)
Wednesday 1-3PM- Paint a Canvas (open to adults and children)

Thursday 10AM-Noon- Create a Shrine (open to K-5)
Thursday 1-3PM- Create a Paper Flower Bouquet (adult and children)

The morning workshops are drop off and the cost is $50 per child. This price includes all the materials. Each child should bring a snack and drink. Class limited to six children.

The afternoon workshops are for parents and children. It costs $75 for one parent and one child. An additional child is $25. These prices include all materials. 10 participants max for the afternoon workshops.

Paint a Canvas Workshop-
In this workshop we will paint hardboard canvases with acrylic paints. In the morning workshops each child will have a choice of one canvas (either 8"x10" or 10"x10"). The subject matter is of the child's choosing- please bring in pictures and inspiration if you would like! We will learn how to plan out a painting and techniques for painting. In the afternoon workshops each/parent child will receive one canvas. An additional child will receive and additional canvas. The idea is that the parents will collaborate with their child/children to create wonderful paintings!!

Modge Podge a Lamp
In this workshop we will use decorative paper and our own drawings to cover a lamp. In the morning workshops each child will receive and ikea glass lamp. We will learn how to decorate a lamp with modge podge and paper. In the afternoon workshops each/parent child will receive one lamp. An additional child will receive and additional lamp. The parents and children will work together to make lovely lamps to decorate their house!!

Create a Shrine
In this morning workshop the children will use paint and decorative paper to collage a cigar box. Each child will choose a theme for their box and use this "theme" to create a shrine.

Create a Paper Flower Bouquet
We will use paper and gems and many other lovely things to create a springtime bouquet for the home. (These flowers can also be used to create and indoor wreath). Parents and children will work together to create a springtime masterpiece!