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Online Workshops

Save the Date...
All of the following workshops will be Live online workshops held in store-hosted Facebook groups:
June 05, 2021 - 3-2-1 Collage with Country View Crafts - Sandy, Bedfordshire, UK
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June 19, 2021 - Bitty Book of Blooms with The Artistic Stamper - Faversham, Kent, UK (3pm UK time)

August 7, 2021 - Bits & Pieces with Everything Scrapbook & Stamps - Wellington, FL ​

Archived Demos
You can now watch my free Facebook Live demo on the Stampers Grove Facebook page - available on replay. I shared techniques for masking with my new EGL14 frame stamps and incorporated them into a card (but they can be used for art journaling, tags, scrapbooking, and more.)​
(Or go straight to the archived video)
Join me for my latest free demo, "Stitching with Stamps," recorded live from Artistic Artifacts. I shared how I use my rubber stamp designs as patterns for beaded embroidery pieces that you can use for a variety of projects. If you missed the live, you can still catch it on replay!
(Follow Artistic Artifacts on Facebook)

Creative JumpStart
I'm thrilled to share that I'm a part of Creative JumpStart for the 6th year in a row! 

You'll get access to all 45 videos for just $89 - that's less than $2 per lesson! So what are you waiting for? Join us today and kick your creativity into high gear in 2021.
My video lesson from Creative JumpStart 2018 is now available to download as part of the Best of Creative JumpStart Vol. 4.

​You get 12 mixed media lessons, including my video on creating collage papers from 12 different artists for just $9.99!
The Best of Creative JumpStart Vol. 5 includes links to 12 downloadable project and technique based video lessons from 12 different mixed media artists, including me! The entire collection is now available for just $9.99 (that's less than $1 per video!)​
Cut Paper Collage Online Workshop
In this 2-hour online class (held on Facebook) we'll create unique collaged artworks that are perfect to use as ATCs, cards, art journaling, and more.
  • Learn a quick and easy layered background technique
  • I'll share several techniques for creating the shaped pieces that make up your collages
  • ​Finish at least one collage with backgrounds and parts for several more.
Now Available On Demand!
Class was held live on May 26, 2020
(Or go straight to registration)
Interactive ATCs Online Workshop
This is a 2-hour online class where we'll turn traditional Artist Trading Cards into interactive artwork.
  • We'll mix stamps and stencils with paint, collage, and mark marking for a background and embellishments.
  • I'll show how to create both the butterfly and fish samples shown , as well as a 6" x 8" mixed media piece.
  • Held in partnership with Scrapbooking Fairies in Alberta, Canada.
Now Available On Demand!
Class was held live on August 22, 2020
(Or go straight to registration)
Patchwork Pages Online Workshop
In this 2-hour online class we'll mix collage, stamping, and mark making to create  layers of texture, pattern, and color.
  • We'll make a background and then create geometric patchwork shapes and our focal points.
  • You'll complete one art journal page (or canvas, etc...) in class with pieces left over for future projects.​
  • This workshop is being held in partnership with The Artistic Stamper in Faversham, Kent, UK.
Now Available On Demand!
Class was held live on August 15, 2020
(Or go straight to registration)

Free Online Workshops
Get ready to make it mini - Matchbook Minis is a free online workshop available in my Facebook group. (The workshop was recorded live and is now archived in the group for watching and / or re-watching at any time.)
  • Learn four different types of matchbook-style mini art journals from tags or a pattern and demo making one of them.
  • Get ideas and see demos for collaging pages and creating inserts and embellishments for your journals.
(Once in the group, go to the "Videos" section to find the class.)
Looking for ways to bring your stencils to life and make commercial designs your own? Join me in my Facebook group for Painting with Stencils - a free mini workshop.
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  • I used my stencil designs from StencilGirl to demonstrate two ways that I like to paint with stencils
  • I also shared several other techniques for adding your own personal flair when using stencils in your work.
(Once in the group, go to the "Videos" section to find the class.)

Boho Grunge
My first stand-alone online on-demand class, "Boho Grunge," is now available from StencilGirl Studio.
  • In this course, we'll walk through the creation of a mixed media panel from start to finish; the project wasn't pre-planned, so you get to see my organic process!
  • I'll show you everything from how I created the background and integrated my collage layers to stenciling techniques, selecting elements and assembling the focal point.
  • I'll also share how I make different metals look the same and add a faux-rust effect.

In-Person Workshops
As of right now I am not scheduling any in-person workshops. In the meantime, I'm teaching live classes online both on my own and in partnership with various shops - check my list of online classes for the latest.
Private Facebook Workshops
Live, in Partnership with Independent Retailers. Workshops in this section are no longer open for registration... they may be made available again at some point, but re-opening is all at the discretion of the individual host stores.

Past 2021 Workshops
What: Make A Statement
When: April 24, 2021
Partner: Artistic Artifacts, Alexandria, VA
What: Paper Prayer Flags
When: April 10, 2021
Partner: Papercraft Clubhouse, Connecticut
What: Masterful Minis
When: March 27, 2021
Partner: Stampers Grove, Scotland UK

Past 2020 Workshops
What: Ornaments & Amulets
When: December 5, 2020 
Partner: Artistic Artifacts in Alexandria, VA
What: Flip Art Folio
When: November 7, 2020 
Partner: Artistic Artifacts in Alexandria, VA
What: MASKquerade
When: October 24, 2020 ​Partner: Stampers Grove in Scotland, UK
What: Tuck In Those Tags
When: October 17, 2020 
​Partner: Papercraft Clubhouse in CT
What: Mixed Media Menagerie
When: June 27, 2020 
​Partner: Everything Scrapbook & Stamps
What: Circle Play
When: June 20, 2020 
​Partner: Stampers Grove in Scotland, UK
What: Pocketful of People
When: June 13, 2020 
​Partner: Papercraft Clubhouse in CT
What: Stick, Stamp, Paint.
When: June 6, 2020 
​Partner: Country View Crafts, England, UK
What: Cut Paper Collage
When: May 16, 2020 
​Partner: The Artistic Stamper in the UK
What: POCKETbook
When: May 9, 2020 
​Partner: Artistic Artifacts in Alexandria, VA
What: Gettin' Edgy
When: May 2, 2020 
​Partner: Everything Scrapbook & Stamps
What: Mix & Morph
When: Sat., April 18, 2020 Partner: Papercraft Clubhouse in CT
AFCI / Creativation 2020
Phoenix, AZ
What: Ink, Emboss, & Embellish
When: Sun., January 19, 2020 - 11:30am - 1:30pm
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What: Make & Take at the PaperArtsy Booth (#2250)
When: Mon., January 20, 2020 - 10:00am - 1:00pm

Class Testimonials
Gwen's classes are so well planned. Her class projects are structured to maximize the the time in class as she incorporates multiple techniques, the proper use of tools, and detailed product information. I always have fun in her classes and leave with a wealth of information. She is a great person and extremely talented artist.
Francesca R., Connecticut
Gwen's style and flair for the exotic always makes for an exciting class... a fusion of Bohemian & Asian with a gilded finale, her art is filled with echos of her travels. Gwen is happy to share her tips, tricks and techniques with all her students. You will leave class inspired!
Patty B., Connecticut
Check out my available half-day and full-day in-person classes.  Send me a message if you have any questions or are interested in scheduling a workshop - either in person or as a private Facebook class.
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