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Layered Stories: A Mixed Media and Collage Exploration

Course Code:1203Q
Dates:June 14, 2026
Meets:One Sun., 9AM-12N 06/14 (MT)
Location:Colorado Free University in Lowry.
Cost: $61.00

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In this hands-on workshop, we'll dive into the playful, expressive world of mixed media and collage. Through guided demonstrations and approachable techniques, you will explore how color, texture, paper and found imagery come together to form richly layered visual stories. We'll experiment with a variety of mixed media methods - such as painted backgrounds, mark-making, stenciling, intuitive collage, and subtle text elements - building confidence step by step. Along the way you'll learn to combine materials in a way that feels organic and personal. You will create a series of three cohesive, layered pieces designed to work together as a small collection. These pieces can stand alone or be displayed as a trio, reflecting your unique style and creative voice. This class is very beginner friendly. It's perfect for anyone who wants to loosen up, try new techniques, and enjoy the intuitive process of layering materials to reveal meaning and surprise. You will leave with a trio of finished mixed media collage artworks, new techniques for layering, composition, and intuitive decision making. And a deeper sense of creative play and personal expression. Lisa MacKenzie loves exploring all kinds of ways to make art. She provides students with a fun and open space to learn new skills and experiment with a variety of art supplies.

Notes:

$15 materials fee paid in class
Fee: $61.00

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Colorado Free University in Lowry.

CFU is at 7653 E 1st Pl. Denver, CO 80230 (NE corner of Red Cross Way & 1st Pl). From 1st Ave and Quebec St, head east on 1st Ave to the stop sign at Roslyn St. Make a left on Roslyn and then a quick right on 1st Pl, heading east 2.5 blocks (past Red Cross Way) as the parking lot is on the east side of the building. Turn left into the parking lot, once in the lot we are on your left in the 2-story light tan brick building with red tiled roof. If you hit Spruce Street you've gone too far. https://goo.gl/maps/iCr3o3q79aK2