Workshops

Dragonfly Dreamers Workshops
3557 Munster Rd.

Attention: workshops have started again, check back often for new class postings.



Registration options:
1. Use the paypal button under the class description
2. E-transfer to dragonflydreamersstudio@gmail.com with the full amount of the class. 
3. For other payment options please contact Wendy at dragonflydreamersstudio@gmail or 613-229-2161.

You will receive a confirmation e-mail within 2 days of registering.

All full day classes include a light lunch.




Creative Studio
Join me in the studio for some play time each  Wednesday afternoon or evening .
See more information here.


Scheduled Workshops:

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Sunday July 23. 10:00am to 4:00pm
Lusciously Layered Gel Printing

Come and explore the many possibilities of layering paint on the gel plate to create fun and amazing prints. We will dive deep into the world of acrylic paints on the gel plate while using a large variety of papers. After making a multitude of prints we will bring them all together to make a unique artsy journal. All supplies are included along with a light lunch.
Workshop Fee: $85

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Saturday July 29. 1:00 to 4:00pm
Acrylic Pour Swipes

Take your pours to the next level. Learn to layer paint and swipe to get interesting and unique results. A great addition to the Dirty Pour class but no experience necessary.  Choose from a variety of canvas sizes to do 2 different pours. All supplies included.
Workshop Fee: $60

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TBA. 1:00 to 4:00 pm
Spring Flower Cards
Discover the exciting world of watercolour powders while creating the backgrounds for these beautiful cards. We will also be learning to use watercolour pencils, embossing powder and gilding flakes while make 3-5 flowery cards.
Workshop fee: $40.
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TBA. 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Gel Plate Printing Basics
This workshop is great for the beginner to gel plate printing or for those that just want a good reminder of the ins and out of gel printing. We will be exploring print making with acrylic paints, stencils and lots of mark making tools. At the end of the day we will make a fun and simple note book with our print for the cover. All supplies are included.
Class fee: $85

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TBA. 10:00am to 4:00pm
Artsy Junk Journal





Along with making a book, in this workshop we will be playing with an eclectic selection of papers to fill it. We will be using a variety of paints and medium to spice up our pages to make an art journal that will inspire every time you open it to play.
Finished book is 9" x 6". All supplies included.
Workshop fee: $75


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Past Workshops:
TBA. 10:00am to 4:00 pm
Black Dimensions Canvas

Discover the depth and dimension of using a black background and 3D objects on this 10"x10" gallery canvas. Learn to use modeling paste, metallic paints and paper clay in this full day class. Choose from a large variety of found and made 3D objects to make your own personal piece.
Workshop fee: $85

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French Stitch Embossed book  
Spend an afternoon learning to make your own book. We will explore the world of Krafttex paper fabric as we emboss and paint our book covers. Then, learn to bind your book with a French Stitch method.
Choose what colour, size and interior papers to make it all your own. Size choices are 6"x4" or 6" x6".
Workshop Fee: $50

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Forest Cards

Once you learn how to make this beautiful forest background with Distress Inks and Oxides the creative possibilities are endless. We will make 3-5 cards while exploring a variety of techniques to finish our forest scene.
Workshop fee: $40


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Long Tall Sally Book

In this afternoon class we will be creating these beautiful tall chunky books. The finished book stands 11 inches tall, 4 1/2 inches wide and 2 1/2 inches deep
 Learn how to create the cover as well as hand bind it all together and add sumptuous tassels. Everything is include, with lots of papers to choose from, for the cover and inside pages. If you have your own favourite stash of paper you'd like to use you're welcome to bring it along to make it even more your own

Workshop Fee: $75


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ATC Drop in and pot luck lunch.



Join us for our first ATC Drop in. We will be making ATC cards all day and maybe doing some swapping at the end. Bring your own supplies for making ATC's and a little something to share with others for lunch. Come for as long as you want.
No fee for the day. Please RSVP.



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Resin Jewelry
Learn to form wire shapes to create a necklace and earrings in this workshop. Then create your own design and encase it all in resin. A fun and informative day that will get you hooked on playing with resin. All supplies included but you are welcome to bring along some of your own found objects to make your piece all your own.
Workshop fee- 
 
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Imagination is Boundless
Explore layers and dimensions while creating this wonderful 3D canvas. We will work with a variety of techniques and mediums from collage to texture paste to wax paste and a few others in between. The canvas is 9" x 7". All supplies are included but you are welcome to bring some of your own trinkets to give it a personal touch. 
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Totem Grid Canvas


Delve into the world of texture pastes as you creative this unique 8"x 8" canvas. Build layers of paste and found objects to make each square. Choose from a variety of items or bring your own found object to make this your own personal totem.
Workshop fee: 
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Texture on Copper Jewelry
Learn a variety of ways to texture copper as well as cut and patina it in this one day workshop. Go home with a bracelet and pair of earring at the end of the day.
All supplies are included in workshop fee: $75
 
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Acrylic Pours: Rings and Balloons

A few more techniques to add to your acrylic pour play time. This is great fun if you've already done some acrylic pouring but equally so if it's your first time. 
A variety of canvas sizes to choose from to do 2-3 pours in the workshop. All supplies are included.
Workshop fee: $50


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Acrylic Pours- The dirty pour 

Join the world of Acrylic Pours. In this workshop you will learn how to mix and prepare your paints for what is called a 'dirty pour'. Then watch, mesmerized as your canvas explodes with colour and textures. We will be doing 2 canvases, a few sizes available to choose from. All supplies included.

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Junk Journal 


Enjoy a day of playing with paper while creating this fun upcycled book. Choose from a large selection of fun and funky papers and/or bring some of your own. It's called a Junk Journal because it can have every kind of paper imaginable in it. Anything from old cards to recycle bin goodies. We'll be making our own covers as well as binding it with a simple to learn stitch. All supplies included.
Workshop fee: 

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Gelli Plate Layers
In this full day workshop we will be exploring monoprinting on a Gelli Plate. Use stencils and texturing elements with acrylic paint to build layers of interesting designs. A variety of plate sizes will be available to use. All supplies included.

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Excavating Layers
In this two day workshop we will be exploring the many ways to use mediums and paint to get a dimensions look and feel to this 12"x24" canvas. Learn to make your own unique textures with a variety of techniques and products. Day one will be spent building up layers of dimensions while day two will be all about getting that layered look with ink and fluid paints. 
All supplies are included.
Workshop fee: 

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Gelli Plate Printing Intro


Since I discovered Gelli Plate printing it's become one of my favourite ways to escape the world. Once I get started I'm lost to the world. I create piles of wonderfully textural papers for use in many other projects. So now I'd like to share what I've learned.
This is an intro to Gelli Plate printing. You'll learn the basics as well as many fun techniques to layer and create texture with acrylic paint on paper. At the end of the day you can make a book with one of your prints.
All supplies are included.
Workshop fee: 

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Lace and Button Tree

Get a head start on your Christmas decorating or enjoy this beautiful button and lace tree year round.  All supplies for a 10" trees are included in the workshop fee. Supplies for other size trees will be available for sale the day of workshop.
Workshop fee:

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Christmas  cards and/or tags.
Enjoy an afternoon of inky fun while making cards and/or tags. Learn a quick and colourful technique to make these great backgrounds. Embellish card/tags with stamps, dies and embossing powder. Make 3-4 cards, envelopes included.
 
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Make your own Workshop Date

If these dates don't work for you or you don't see the workshop you want to do on the schedule, get your own group of 4 or more friends together and make your own date. Contact me for more information and to schedule at 613-838-2355 or wendysouthin@gmail.com.




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