I will share samples, demonstrate the process, answer questions and work with artists individually during the workshop. Each artist will create samples of each technique, which will serve as a valuable reference for future projects. All materials provided.
De Pirro Art Workshops
Mixed Media Painter, Sculptor and Educator. View my art here, https://depirro.blogspot.com/ Feel free to contact, depirroart@gmail.com with any questions.
Monday, October 20, 2025
Upcoming Workshops
In Person Garlands & Flourishes
Discover how to transform paper into festive garlands & flourishes! In this hands-on workshop, we will explore new ways to use commercial decorative, found and hand-painted and printed collage papers. You'll explore the art of transforming flat paper into beautiful garlands & flourishes of various themes, styles & shapes.
I will share samples, demonstrate the process, answer questions and work with artists individually during the workshop. You'll leave with a collection of unique, handmade paper skills to continue crafting your own creative paper projects. All materials provided.
DEC 6, 1 - 3 PM
Artist & Craftsman Supply - 616 St Helens Ave, Tacoma, WA
Register HERE Fee: $50
Online Image Transfers & Acrylic (Recorded)
Discover how to use Acrylic Mediums & Gels to transfer imagery into your artwork! Learn how to transfer laser copies of your own artwork, drawings or photographs onto the surface or as a background for layering. Plus learn how to create Image Transfer Skins! These techniques are an excellent way to develop transparent & translucent imagery, text and texture, incorporating layers into your collages, paintings or mixed media works.
RECORDING ONLY
This class will be available to watch DEC 13 with 4 months access! Although there won't be a 'live' Zoom class, the recording link and a detailed summary will be emailed directly to each registered artist. Plus you are always welcome to contact Barbara De Pirro, depirroart@gmail.com with any questions.
Available DEC 13
Register HERE Fee: $40
Online Acrylic Encaustic & Resin Effects (Recorded)
Create a mysterious & luminous depth, enriching your artwork!
Discover how to create the luscious effect of wax encaustic & resin pours using acrylic mediums. Learn how to achieve this effect using various acrylic mediums & gels; transparent & translucent, tinted & un-tinted, smooth & textured. In the process you'll discover the unique qualities of each product. I'll also share multiple samples of these methods in use within both collage & painted surfaces including how I incorporate them into my own artwork. These techniques enable you to create an intriguing depth, further developing imagery, pattern & texture within the layers of your art.
RECORDING ONLY
This class will be available to watch JAN 10 with 4 months access! Although there won't be a 'live' Zoom class, the recording link and a detailed summary will be emailed directly to each registered artist. Plus you are always welcome to contact Barbara De Pirro, depirroart@gmail.com with any questions.
Available JAN 10
Register HERE Fee: $40
In Person Image Transfers & Acrylic
Come explore how to use Acrylic Mediums & Gels to transfer imagery into your artwork! This technique is an excellent way to incorporate images & text layers into your paintings, collages or other mixed media works.
I will share samples, demonstrate the process, answer questions and work with artists individually during the workshop. Each artist will create samples of the technique, which will serve as a valuable reference for future projects. All materials provided.
JAN 17, 1 - 3 PM
Artist & Craftsman Supply - 616 St Helens Ave, Tacoma, WA
Register HERE Fee: $50
In Person Fabric Painting with Acrylics
Discover a range of techniques that can transform your Fiber Art, creating incredible surfaces and patterns! We will explore Golden Acrylic Fluid, High Flow & Heavy Body Paints, in combination Textile Medium that can be heat set, creating a soft hand that can also be laundered. Whether you choose to use your fabrics for art to wear, functional art, wall hangings, sculpture or art installations, this workshop will open your eyes to a whole new approach.
I will share samples, demonstrate the process, answer questions and work with artists individually during the workshop. Each artist will create samples to take home, which will serve as a valuable reference for future projects. All materials provided.
FEB 7, 1 - 3 PM
Artist & Craftsman Supply - 616 St Helens Ave, Tacoma, WA
Register HERE Fee: $50
In Person Printmaking: Collagraph & Gel Plates
Learn how to create textured collagraph plates that can be used for printing directly on paper or combined with gel plate printmaking. Collagraphy is a technique where textured materials like acrylic, paper, fabric, and found objects are glued to a rigid surface to create a printing plate. The resulting textured plate is then 'inked', and the design is transferred to paper, creating a collagraph print. Printmaking is an excellent way to create your own supply of papers for collage, book arts, cards or art that can stand on its own.
I will share samples, demonstrate the process, answer questions and work with artists individually during the workshop. Each artist will create samples to take home, which will serve as a valuable reference for future projects. All materials provided.
MAR 14, 1 - 3 PM
Artist & Craftsman Supply - 616 St Helens Ave, Tacoma, WA
Register HERE Fee: $50
In Person Painted Papers
Create your own unique stash of painted papers for collage, cards & book arts! I will share techniques using a range of different acrylic paints, mediums & papers. There are many ways to create patterns and texture on paper using basic mark-making tools. Demonstrations will explore a range of these techniques plus gluing tips.
APR 11, 1 - 3 PM
Artist & Craftsman Supply - 616 St Helens Ave, Tacoma, WA
Register HERE Fee: $50
Saturday, October 18, 2025
Recorded Workshops!
Recorded Painted Papers Workshop
Create your own unique stash of painted papers for collage, book arts & sculpture! I will share techniques using a range of different papers, translucent & opaque, smooth & textured. There are many different ways to create pattern and texture on paper; stencil, stamp, imprint, stain, mask, resist, comb, dabble, brush, splatter…and so on. Demonstrations will explore a range of mark making techniques plus gluing tips all using acrylic paints, mediums, gels & pastes.
Create your own unique stash of painted papers for collage, book arts & sculpture! I will share techniques using a range of different papers, translucent & opaque, smooth & textured. There are many different ways to create pattern and texture on paper; stencil, stamp, imprint, stain, mask, resist, comb, dabble, brush, splatter…and so on. Demonstrations will explore a range of mark making techniques plus gluing tips all using acrylic paints, mediums, gels & pastes.
Rental Fee: $40 (Four month access)
Payment can be made via PayPal. Contact Barbara De Pirro, depirroart@gmail.com with any questions.
Payment can be made via PayPal. Contact Barbara De Pirro, depirroart@gmail.com with any questions.
Discover how to create the luscious effect of wax encaustic & resin pours using acrylic. Learn how to achieve this effect using various acrylic mediums & gels; transparent & translucent, tinted & un-tinted, smooth & textured. In the process you'll discover the unique qualities of each product. I'll also share multiple samples of these methods in use within both collage & painted surfaces including how I incorporate them into my own artwork. These techniques enable you to create an intriguing depth, further developing imagery, pattern & texture within the layers of your art.
Rental Fee: $40 (Four month access)
Payment can be made via PayPal. Contact Barbara De Pirro, depirroart@gmail.com with any questions.
Payment can be made via PayPal. Contact Barbara De Pirro, depirroart@gmail.com with any questions.
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Thursday, May 1, 2025
Studio Tip Videos
I love creating these skins to use in both my sculptures & collages. They can be layered, glued, woven, stitched into the surface or shaped into 3D forms. Enjoy my process of peeling back the dried skin!
View Video HERE
View Video HERE
Add more interest & depth! Many thick acrylic products can be used tinted with acrylic paint or in their natural state then painted once dry.
View Video HERE
Adding more color! This sample is a combination of an image transfer and a raised stencil pattern, painted using Fluid Acrylic Paints in a Water Media technique.
View Video HERE
Splash of Color! Water Media wash of color over collage using Fluid Acrylic Paints.
View Video HERE
Building transparent layers over Collage using Acrylic Mediums & Gels! FYI Acrylic Mediums & Gels are white when wet but will be transparent once they're dry.
View Video HERE
A perfect way to build transparent imagery within your layers!
View Video HERE
Which product do I use for gluing Collage papers? A question I frequently get asked...
Here's a short video tutorial about my favorite methods & products!
Printmaking with Acrylic Paint is simple and addictive! These accordion books were created with all my leftover printed & painted papers.
View Video HERE
Questions? Contact Barbara De Pirro, depirroart@gmail.com
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Supply Resources & More!
Papers
Silk Tissue - Translucent Paper
Lens Tissue - Translucent Paper
Headrest Exam Table - Translucent Paper
Canson Watercolor Sheet Bulk Pack 90 lb
Textiles
Lutradur - Non-Woven Translucent Fabric
Tools
Fineline Applicators - 18 Gauge
Utility Multi-Purpose Scissors
Sculpture
Printmaking
Stencils & Stamps
Videos
Articles
Cleaning Your Acrylic Waste Water
Links
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