This project class will teach you the basics of collage on a unusual surfaces. Collage, antiquing, mixed media, layout and design will be instructed and discussed. I used a recycled silverware box to create a jewelry box. You can use any decorative box, but that old vinyl jewelry box from the 60's or 70's would be ideal. So start to check out the antique and thrift stores to find your perfect match for this project. You can use copies of family photos to give your piece the feeling of kinship and warmth that will make it a family heirloom. Have a theme in mind such as sock hop, music, mother/grandmother, friends, whatever pleases you. You will design and create a piece of art that comes about as the result of an original collage design. A piece of art you can use each day and enjoy.

Supply list for students

• Recycled silverware box, old high school jewelry box, vinyl or wood, no plastic
• Golden Soft Gel Medium (Matte)
• Brush to apply gel medium
• Paints in the colors you may need for your theme. I will have many, but please bring anything specific to your work.
• Collage materials to match the color of your theme. Example: Pink, blue, purple, orange, green, black...
• Note: Magazine paper is lighter and easier to adhere to your piece when doing collage work. Don't hesitate to tear out pages from a favorite magazine in colors that are in the colors for your piece.
• Mulberry paper in 2 shades of the color you have chosen for your collage piece. Example: if you are primarily using pink, blue and purple, choose the mulberry paper in the darkest shade.
• Embellishments: broken jewelry, beads, buttons, fibers, rhinestones, decorative and metallic ribbon, keys, cut glass, items that mean something to you do incorporate into your box.
• A copy of any photo's you will use on the top of your box as your main theme.
• The Ultimate Glue
• Something to attach to the lid of your box, to use as a "knob". This could be an old belt buckle, large button, earring, etc. Please choose a "knob" that is size appropriate to your box.

Student Skill Level - All levels

Class Fee : $150

Kit Fee: $5.00

Teacher supply list:

• Collage materials
• Brushes
• Paints - Matte, Iridescent, Metallic
• Dimensional paint
• Brayer
• Embellishments
• Magazines
• Toothpicks
• Scissors
• Decorative Scissors
• Cutting tools
• Water cups
• Liquid Nails Blue Label

Instructor: Cindy Kovack
Website: www.cindykovack.com