Instructor: Jerry Jackson
Location: Sycamore Bdg, RM 7105
Unlock your creativity and explore the fascinating world of mixed media in our Mixed
Media: Explorations in Drawing and Collage class. Designed for artists of all levels,
this course delves into the diverse processes and methods used to create stunning
drawings and mixed media art. This class comprehensively explores out-of-the-box drawing
and mixed media methods, from generating your own collage materials to mastering adhesives
and presentation techniques.
Materials:
1. X-acto knife and blades
• X-ACTO® #1 Precision Knife, Michael’s, $5.49. required
2. Metal ruler
• Westcott® 18" Stainless Steel Ruler, Michael’s, 6.99. Required
3. Scissors for paper/fabric. Required
4. Ephemera to include old papers, maps, natural textiles, or various imagery. Recommended.
5. Foundation for collage- cradle boards, 300 lb watercolor paper, stretched canvas,
or clay board. Recommend starting with mixed media paper for experimentation.
• Strathmore® 400 Series Mixed Media Paper Pad, $5.24 - $33.29
• 7 Pack 11" x 14" Super Value Canvas by Artist's Loft, Michael’s, $12.99
• Canvas Panel Value Pack by Artist's Loft® Necessities, Michael’s, $8.99
• 6 Pack Unfinished Wood Canvas Boards for Painting, Blank Deep Cradle 9x12 Panels for
Art Projects (0.85 In Thick), Michael’s, $25.89
6. Basic drawing paper for sketching and experimentation. Required.
• Strathmore® 400 Series Drawing Paper Pad, Michael’s, $4.49 - $21.74
7. Stencils, stamps, or tools for mark-making. Not required.
8. Brushes- various sizes. Bring existing brushes to first class.
9. Plastic water container (yogurt container, etc)
10. Pallet knife. Not required
11. Assorted acrylic or oil paints or pigments that are relevant to your current work
(please do not bring toxic dry materials). Bring existing paints to first class.
12. Odorless solvents for oil-based materials
13. Polymer medium- Matt Medium will be available for students to try. Recommend purchasing
small to medium size.
• Golden Artist Colors® Gloss Polymer Medium, Michael’s, $18.99 - $57.99
14. Black Waterproof Ink
• Speedball® Super Black India Ink, Michael’s, $7.99 - $31.99. Small size recommended.
15. Gesso. Not required
16. Apron. Not required
17. Rags. Not required
18. Sandpaper- fine to medium. Not required but can be used for mark-making/drawing.
19. 1” painter’s tape or artist’s tape. Recommended.
• Artist Tape by Artist's Loft®, Michael’s, $9.99
| Date |
Day |
Time |
Cost |
Section |
Register By |
Registration Link |
| 2/5/25-3/12/25 |
Wednesday |
2-5 p.m. |
$145 |
41831 |
1/29/25 |
Register |
| 3/26/25-4/30/25 |
Wednesday |
6-9 p.m. |
$145 |
41832 |
3/19/25 |
Register |
How to Register by Email:
- Download Creative Arts Registration Form (Form must be fully completed to be accepted)
- Email completed form to ajclark@haywood.edu.
- If you are registering through email please await a Successful Confirmation Registration
Email.
This service is only available to those that register by email.
How to Register in Person:
Please visit Student Services Department on the top floor of the Hemlock Building
at
185 Freedlander Drive, Clyde, NC 28721.