Etegami is a Japanese art combining simple hand-painted images with words. Translated as "picture letter," etegami values expression over perfection. Join Darcy Lanz-Sage to learn etegami, an art form that encourages slowing down and close observation. The workshop emphasizes embracing imperfect lines and intuitive brushstrokes for etegami's distinctive style. Participants use ink and watercolor to…

Learn the basics of dry needle felting with Jeanne, including how to use wool and background fabric to create your own artwork. This class covers essential materials and techniques, as well as making simple 3-D shapes like vases and felted balls (note: not small creatures). If you enjoy working with colorful wool and hands-on crafts,…

Ginny will teach participants Notan, a Japanese design principle that balances dark and light elements. Attendees will create high-contrast designs by cutting shapes from black paper and arranging them on white backgrounds. Participants will also make custom notecards to take home. Presenter: Ginny Jenson Ginny graduated from UW Madison in Interior Design and worked as…