Floral Sampler: Needle Felting Basics

1920 N Forest Ave,Orlando FL 32803

25 February, 2023

Description

Floral Sampler: Needle Felting Basics Saturday, February 25, 2023 1:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m. Instructor: Kris Finn AGES 11 yrs. and up! Learn the basics of the fascinating and engaging art of needle felting while creating a floral nosegay sampler. Students will learn how to handle pre-felt, roving, yarns and other additions as they build a bouquet of their choosing and “paint with wool”. These techniques can be easily applied to wearables such as jean jackets, bags and clothing as well as frame-worthy art pieces. Tools and materials to continue working at home are provided. This course will be taught on The Art Bus Fl, a mobile art studio housed in a bus which will be parked on the grounds of the Garden. All supplies are included in your session fee. Please bring a water bottle and wear art friendly clothes. Aprons and masks will be provided free of charge. Questions about this course can be directed to Kris Finn at [email protected]. Kris Finn is a certified teacher and teaching artist who has taught in public school classrooms in Central Florida for the last 20 years. She received her degree in studio art from the University of Iowa and has taught art to K-12 students of all levels. Her personal work includes a wide variety of media with a focus on acrylics, fibers, watercolor, ink, jewelry, metals and mosaic. Her awards and organizational roles include Teacher of The Year, FAEA June Hinckley Award for Excellence, OCPS Hero Teacher, Kessler Grand Bohemian Finalist, curriculum writer, workshop presenter, OCAEA board member, show juror and show docent. Participants must withdraw from classes at least five days prior to the start of class in order to receive a full refund or credit. If we must cancel a class, we will make every effort to inform you prior to the class time, and you will receive a full refund or credit.