About this Event
In this two-part, hands-on class held across two days, you’ll create an adorable furry monster figurine that doubles as a functional pencil holder.
In part one, you’ll work with FIMO Air modelling clay to build structure and add texture for a soft, “furry” look. Part 1 will take place on May 20 at 5 pm to 6 pm in person at Staples.
After allowing time for the clay to fully dry, part two focuses on bringing your character to life with acrylic paint, exploring color, shading, and finishing techniques. By the end, you’ll have a one-of-a-kind desk buddy ready to hold your pencil and spark a smile. Part two will take place on May 27 at 5 pm to 6 pm in person at Staples.
Both session will be live streamed from Emily Chen studio.
You can join us virtually or in person at particapting Staples locations. All in person attendees are required to register and attend both sessions. All in person attendees will get to create their own Furry Monster pencil Holder figure and keep the supplies from the session for future useage.
In this session, you will learn:
- Learn how to sculpt and structure a stable clay figurine
- Create realistic furry textures using simple tools and techniques
- Understand drying and finishing methods for FIMO Air clay
- Explore acrylic painting techniques for adding details and character
Age Eligibility: Due to the advanced FIMO activity, participants attending in person need to be 10 years of age or older.
Supplies list required for the session:
- SKU 3085437/ item 8100-0 FIMO air white
- SKU 1564355/ item 8500 C12 Acrylic paint set
- SKU 977510/ item 313-9 Lumocolor pen, superfine tip, black ink
- SKU 1564349/ item 989-SBK3-3 Paintbrush set
- I/2 sheet of 20lb copy paper
- Paper plate to work on
- Paper towel and water cup
- Toothpick
- Palette for mixing the paint – wax paper or plastic palette
All registered virtually attendees have a chance to WIN of of two Staedtler prize package. Good Luck!
Prize package contains the following:
- Pencil Norica HB 12ct FSC 100%
- Colour pencils, woodfree 24ct Staples
- Double-ended twin colour 24ct
- Highlighter Textsurfer yellow 2ct
- Sharpener Tub 2-hole round
- Eraser Mars Plastic 2ct
- FIMO 14ct Foodie Fun Theme Set
About Emily,
Emily Chen is a self-taught polymer clay artist, owner of Cat Bear Express, and author of Kawaii Polymer Clay Creations and Polymer Clay for Beginners. Her work is inspired by everyday life, from food in the kitchen to the flowers in the garden. She is an advocate of lifelong learning and can often be found reading about and experimenting with new techniques.
Visit her at etsy.com/shop/cbexpress/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/emily-chen-a0840024
Facebook: facebook.com/catbearexpress
Instagram: instagram.com/catbearexpress/
Website: staples.ca/a/content/staedtler
Instagram: instagram.com/staedtlernorthamerica/
Facebook: facebook.com/staedtler.northamerica
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Staples, 3909 University Avenue Northwest, Calgary, Canada
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