Wednesday, January 8, 2014

2014 COPIC Classes @ The Inspiration Station

Happy New Year!  I am happy to say that I am back sharing my passion for coloring.  It is one of the most relaxing things that I do lately.  It brings me back to simpler times and allows me to escape from they busy lives that we seem to have lately.  It's very important to take time for ourselves and do something that we want to.  We all deserve time like that!

I have six different COPIC technique classes that I am offering so far this year:

Learn COPIC Coloring Basics:  If you are new to COPIC markers, then this class is for you and where you should begin your COPIC journey.  During this class you will practice MANY different color-blending techniques, creating transparent balloons and patterns. Prepare to be hooked on COPIC coloring and feeling like a kid again!   Supplies Needed for class: Nothing but a pen for notes if you choose to add to the information provided to you.  You do NOT need any of your own markers for this class.  The instructor will provide handouts and different sets of markers to be used / shared during class.
Date: 1/11/14: 10am-Noon $28    - SOLD OUT                          Date: 03/08/14: 10-Noon $28

COPIC Techniques: 5 Shades of Gray:  Learn about gray markers along with more coloring techniques for coloring white and black objects, shadows and altering other COPIC colors.  We will be using 5 shades of gray in this class along with some additional colors.  Four cards can be made from the items colored in class.  Prerequisite: “Learn COPIC Coloring” or another beginner COPIC class.  Supplies Needed for class: 5 shades of cool (C) or warm (W) gray: C's or W's ending in: 0, 2, 4, 6 and 8 OR 00, 1, 3, 5 and 7 (I used the first set of cool grays). Other COPIC colors: B00, E44, YG67, YR23 or similar colors, Black ink pad and adhesive. Optional supplies: glossy accents, stardust and burgundy Stickles.  A case to carry your projects in (some items may not dry by the time you leave)
Date: 1/11/14: 1-3pm $28


COPIC Techniques: Hair & Faces: Learn about face and hair color combinations along with techniques for different types of hair.  Practice sheets will be provided so you can capture different combinations that can be used as a reference.  Supplies Needed for class: Students will be required to bring their own markers to this class.  Be sure to check with store staff for a list of COPIC colors. 
If you do not have all of the suggested markers you can always practice the techniques with any markers.
Date: 03/01/14: 10-Noon $28

COPIC Techniques: Airbrushing & Masking: Learn how to use your COPIC markers with an air compressor for different airbrushing techniques.  You will also learn some masking techniques with stamping and COPICs. Techniques will be used to complete a finished project by the end of class. Supplies Needed for class: Students will be required to bring their own markers to this class along with the standard class kit.  Be sure to check with store staff for a list of COPIC colors.
Date: 03/01/14: 1-3 $28

COPIC Techniques: Reflections: Learn how to create reflections using advanced techniques with your stamped images and your COPIC markers. Supplies Needed for class: Students will be required to bring their own markers to this class.  Be sure to check with store staff for a list of COPIC colors. 
Date: 04/26/14: 10-Noon $28


COPIC Techniques: Metals: Learn how to create different metal finishes such as new, rusty, copper, weathered patina using stamped images and your COPIC markers.  You will make 4 cards as part of this class.  Supplies Needed for class: Students will be required to bring their own markers to this class.  Be sure to check with store staff for a list of COPIC colors. 
Date: 04/26/14: 1-3 $28