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12 www.pdop.org Sun Hat Wreath Friday, August 13, 6:00-8:00P A wreath is an easy way to add character to your front porch. is sun hat wreath is perfect spring and summer door decor and sets the mood for happy thoughts before entering the home. Put a smile on visitors' faces by making your own today! All supplies and instruction included. Ages 10+ Res Fee $60 - Fee $77 Location: Dole Center - Studio 3 Min 5/Max 8 Supervisor: Megan Ulczak Paste Paper Saturday, Aug 14, 12:00-3:00P Paste papers, one of the earliest forms of decorated paper, were used for both covers and end-papers in books from the late sixteenth and eighteenth century. e basic technique involves dampening a sheet of paper, coating it with colored paste, and then drawing designs through the paste. In this exciting three-hour workshop participants will be introduced to paste and paper preparation, color mixing and the use of various patterning tools. Each participant will create at least 10 original designs on 8x10 cra paper. Supplies and handouts included. Books plus samples of vintage and contemporary designs will be on view with a brief discussion on the history of paste papers. Ages 18+ Res Fee $69 - Fee $89 Location: Dole Center - Studio 3 Min 4/Max 6 Supervisor: Megan Ulczak Drop-In Programs Intergenerational One-Day Programs Ancient Maps Friday, July 16, 6:00-8:00P Create your very own beautiful "antique" map. Bring in your location of choice. We will be utilizing watercolors and acrylic paint to create an ancient looking map to display in your home. Ages 7+ Res Fee $10 - Fee $13 Location: Dole Center - Studio 3 Min 5/Max 8 Supervisor: Megan Ulczak Orizomegami Workshop Saturday, Jul 17, 12:00-2:00P is Japanese art form is created when absorbent paper is folded and then dyed to produce interesting geometric patterns when the paper is unfolded. Zen-like in folding, the ancient technique reminds us to be present in the moment. is exciting 2-hour workshop will introduce four basic paper folds. We will then experiment with nontoxic dye solutions resulting in beautiful papers that can be used for future art projects, such as gi wrapping, card making, envelope lining, and book binding. All supplies included. Ages 10+ Res Fee $50 - Fee $67 Location: Dole Center - Studio 3 Min 5/Max 8 Supervisor: Megan Ulczak Collage on a Tin Sunday, July 18, 1:00-3:00P Using magazines, paint, and ephemera, create a beautiful piece of art on a mint tin. Use it to store items from mints to tiny notes of encouragement, and note that they make great gis! Res Fee $10 - Fee $13 Location: Dole Center - Studio 3 Min 5/Max 8 Supervisor: Megan Ulczak Summer Fruit Still Life Friday, Aug 6, 6:00-8:00P We'll provide the fruit, painting/drawing materials, and the instruction for this 2-hour course in the classic art of the still life. Finish with a piece of art perfect for your kitchen. Ages 10+ Res Fee $10 - Fee $13 Location: Dole Center - Studio 3 Min 5/Max 8 Supervisor: Megan Ulczak Upcycled Birdbaths Saturday, Aug 7, 10:00A-12:00P Do you have old serving platters, vases, plates, or wine glasses that no long get used? You can find plenty of these pieces of kitchenware at resale shops for a steal. We'll collect a few good one and use them to create short birdbaths for your gardens. We can paint them, add embellishments, and transform these forgotten items into a beautiful yard décor piece. Ages 10+ Res Fee $25 - Fee $30 Location: Dole Center - Studio 3 Min 5/Max 8 Supervisor: Megan Ulczak Hybrid Portrait Collages Sunday, Aug 8, 1:00-3:00P Using mixed media on canvas, you will create a "portrait" with mixed heads and body parts/outfits. Ages 7+ Res Fee $10 - Fee $13 Location: Dole Center - Studio 3 Min 5/Max 8 Program Supervisor: Megan Ulczak arts & crafts

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