Saturday, February 23, 2019

I am so pleased and proud to be a part of these outstanding arts groups. Two wonderful exhibitions coming to our area in the next six weeks... do make an entry in your calendar and join us for a great springtime treat of colour snd stitch!



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Saturday, February 9, 2019

The art of hand dyeing threads and yarn for embroidery, weaving and free form stitch on your art quilt projects and favourite traditional quilts is a passion and I would love to share a full day of dye play with YOU!







A STITCHERS APPROACH: “Dyeing Your Own Threads”


Create your own custom hand dyed threads at the Tett Centre! In this one-day workshop, artist and art educator Bethany Garner will introduce you to the art and joy of designing and dyeing your own colourful threads.


Bethany loves using her own hand dyed threads in her art quilts and traditional embroidery stitches on cloth. Whether you love embroidery, Kantha, layered textural effects, or making marks across the surface of a quilt using hand stitch, the threads will be an important addition to your Stitcher’s TOOL BOX of skills. Take the next step, enhance your creative journey, and produce your own signature palette of colourful threads!

You simply need to bring your favourite skeins of (white) embroidery floss, pearl cotton or crochet threads in various sizes. Hand dyed threads are the perfect addition to your yarn and thread stash, and are easy to incorporate into scarves, quilts, home décor and more! COME PLAY!




Please note:
* Students must bring their own threads – floss, pearl cotton, crochet thread etc. Or bring your own pre-wound warps in Tencel, linen, or cotton in various weights (white or off-white). Please no silk or wool. Note, Students may purchase a thread kit for $10.00-$15.00 cash during the class.
* Dye materials and supplies are included in the course fee.
* Please bring a large container to take wet threads home.
* A comprehensive workshop handout is provided.
* Please pack a lunch.
No Experience required. All skill levels welcome.
REGISTER: 
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/dyeing-your-own-threads-with-bethany-garner-...

DATE AND TIME

Location
Tett Centre for Creativity and Learning
370 King Street West  
Kingston, ON K7L 2X4 

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Tuesday, February 5, 2019

TETT CENTRE for Creativity and Learning brings arts practices and developing your artists profile to centre stage with this workshop with GAETANNE LAVOIE


Professional Practices for Artists, Part 1

Are you an emerging or experienced artist looking for guidance on how to balance art making and business?

Alongside artist Gaetanne Lavoie, learn and discuss the key skills necessary to becoming an entrepreneurial artist, and discover the available resources for you! Learn the importance of creating a brand, business cards, a website, and a resume that stands out. Dive into how to utilize social media and marketing in an effective way. Learn how to work as a full-time artist, and talk MONEY! Where to find it, how to get it, from: grants, competitions, submissions, art sales, prints, expositions, patrons and more. Learn the important approaches to advertise yourself and develop a client list. After this 3-session series, you will take home tangible tips and resources to up-level your creative career. 16+

Where: Tett Gallery, 1st Floor, Room 109 (1st Floor)
Tett Centre for Creativity & Learning, 370 Kings Street West

Session 1: Wednesday, February 13th 6-9pm
Session 2: Wednesday, February 20th 6-9pm
Session 3: Wednesday, February 27th 6-9pm

What will you cover?

Elevator Pitches
Business Cards
Websites
Social Media
Financing
Grants
Government Funding
Patrons of the Arts
Competitions
Residencies
and more!




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Cheers,

Danielle Folkerts
Marketing & Program Coordinator  

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