Classes

Classes

From beginning basics to innovative freeform techniques, I offer fun and inspiring beadweaving, fiber art and mixed media classes. Shown here are samples from some of my most popular classes. I teach regularly at Pratt Fine Arts Center and Fusion Beads in Seattle, Washington, and at national shows and other venues (see below). For a current schedule of my classes at Fusion Beads and registration information, please call the shop at 206-782-4595.

If you would like to schedule a class outside the Seattle area, either privately or through a bead shop or other venue, please contact me: tina@tinakoyama.com.

Instructions or kits for some class projects shown below are available for sale. Please e-mail me to inquire: tina@tinakoyama.com.

2013

Pratt Fine Arts Center, "Art Journals for Busy People," March 2, Seattle

Bead Fearlessly!

Please click on each thumbnail photograph below to view the piece up close.

	Mixed Media Remix Weekend workshop Collage, an organic, versatile medium on its own, can be made all the richer with the integration of other media. First we’ll view the works of contemporary artists who creatively combine collage with paint and other media. We’ll study the works in the context of composition to help us create our own. Then we’ll let loose and make a collage or two to use as a base for acrylic, watercolor, crayons, ink and other media of your choice. Already have a collage you made previously that isn’t finished, but you’re not sure what to do next? Bring it in – a mixed-media remix might be just what it needs! No experience necessary.
	Art Journals for Busy People Weekend or one-day workshop Keeping a written and visual journal is an enriching, creative practice of self-expression that is gaining popularity among people from all walks of life. Use a variety of media (including repurposed materials otherwise destined for the recycle bin) to create a journal-keeping practice that you can maintain for less than 30 minutes a day. Learn fun, fast and expressive mark-making techniques while developing a habit of keeping an insightful and meaningful journal that will be a joy to read, view and learn from. No experience of any kind necessary!
	Fearless Freeform Beadwork! Full-day class Prerequisite: Proficiency with either peyote stitch or right angle weave
	Tiara Bracelet Full-day class Prerequisite: Knowledge of flat herringbone stitch
	Fandango Bracelet Full-day class Prerequisite: Knowledge of flat herringbone stitch
	Peacock Bracelet Full- or half-day class Prerequisite for half-day class: Knowledge of flat herringbone stitch
	Phoenix Pendant Full- or half-day class Prerequisite for half-day class: Knowledge of flat brick stitch
	Duomo Bracelet Full-day class Prerequisite: Knowledge of flat peyote is helpful but not required.
	Sculptural Netted Cuff Full-day class No prerequisite
	Collage Brooch (Beginning Brick Stitch) Full- or half-day class No prerequisite
	Freeform Brick Stitch Pendant Full-day class Prerequisite: Knowledge of flat brick stitch
	Freeform Knitting and Crochet Full-day class Prerequisite: Knowledge of basic knitting and single crochet (Class taught at Acorn Street Shop, Seattle)

e-mail: tina@tinakoyama.com