THE ART OF THE BOOK: CREATING MIXED MEDIA NARRATIVES 

Adult 

Thursdays, September 24 – October 29 • 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  

Members: $205 • Non-Members: $225  

Sessions: 6 

Instructor: Rachael Brown  

Join us for a six-week workshop series designed to explore the world of mixed media art and create a cohesive body of work bound into an artist's book. Throughout this series, participants will delve into various mixed media techniques, including collage, painting, and drawing. You'll learn to experiment with diverse materials while developing your unique voice in an environment that provides a dedicated space for creativity and exploration. 

For more information, contact Andrea Thompson at [email protected] or 215.340.9800 x115  

All materials needed to participate in class are provided.  For students who wish to bring their own supplies, or would like to work at home, please see the suggested supply list below: 

Drawing 

• Blick Studio Drawing Pencil Set (6–12 pencils)  

• Sakura Pigma Micron Pen Set (Black, assorted sizes)  

• White vinyl eraser  

• Pencil sharpener  

Painting 

• Acrylic Paint Marker Set  

• Liquitex Basics Acrylic Color Set (12- color)  

• Synthetic Brush Set (or similar acrylic brush assortment)  

• Watercolor Set  

• Gel Medium  

Mixed Media 

• Strathmore Visual Mixed Media Journal  

• 9" × 12" (recommended)  

• 90 lb. paper  

• Assorted decorative and tissue papers for collage  

• Magazine images, photographs, or personal 2D found objects 

• Stencils  

• Texture Tools (found objects) 

Adhesives 

• Glue Stick  

• PVA   

• Small glue brush or silicone spreader  

Cutting Tools 

• Scissors  

• X-Acto Knife  

• Self-healing cutting mat  

Bookbinding 

• Lineco Bookbinding Needle Set  

• Waxed Linen Thread (Natural or Black)  

• Bone Folder  

• Binder clips (medium)  

• Book board/chipboard  

• Awls  

• Waxed Paper  

Additional Materials 

• Palette paper 

• Water container  
• Paper towels 
• Apron