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Workshops Currently Being Offered
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UV Resin: Organic and Nature-Inspired Jewelry Making Workshop
$45 all supplies included
Saturday, July 19, 2025 11am-3pm
Welcome to the world of possibilities with UV resin and jewelry. The combination is endless and I have to warn you, totally ADDICTING!
Ultraviolet resin cures in minutes so your creations don't have to sit overnight or for endless hours to be ready. UV resin therefore is perfect for making small items like jewelry, key chains, small bookmarks, etc.
This is a great introductory class because you don’t need experience in using resin nor do you have to wait endless hours for it to cure....you just put your item under the UV lamp and it’s ready in minutes. This workshop offers a wonderful variety of items for you to choose from and will not be a class where everyone has to complete the same pieces. Each person’s taste and style is unique and as such, I have structured this class to meet your needs as an individual and as someone who may want to create pieces that are special to you or someone else that you may be making a gift for (ie: memorial ashes). Everyone is given 10 “points” for this class and you get to choose what pieces you want to create (each piece is assigned a point value). Once you are registered, you will be sent samples of what’s available with their point value so have a look ahead of time and hopefully narrow down your choices. You are also given a few free pieces to practice on before you begin your selected choices and there are tons of items in the studio that you can use to decorate and create your treasures! If you have any special mementos or items that you think you may want to incorporate into part of your design/jewelry, I encourage you to bring them along and we can explore that option together. *inventory varies from class to class so some items may not be available or there may be new items which are not on the sample sheets
There are a mesmerizing supply of decorative elements to use in your creations such as pressed flowers, glitter, mica powders, diamond dust, german glass, ocean/sea embellishments, reflective glass, rhinestones, embeds and MORE! This class will lean toward using PRESSED FLOWERS and other ORGANIC materials such as wood bezels, walnut shells, all kinds of woodsy critter embeds, as well as natural stones/agates/turquoise, etc. which can be made in to pendants!
You will be learning which colorants are best for UV resin and how to achieve depth in your pieces by designing in multiple layers. We will be using a variety of open and closed bezels and also have access to additives like opal powders & colour shift mica and foils to enhance your jewelry designs.
The hardest part will be to narrow down what you want to do during our 4 hours together!
If you have any mini treasures that you want to incorporate into your jewelry, please bring everything with you because it's absolutely amazing to create something personal and your Creative Coach, BerylAnne will be thrilled to assist you (ie: pieces of jewelry, little bits of lace or fabric, lock of hair, tiny photographs).
No matter what you think of your creativity level, everyone will make something beautiful during this workshop; but keep in mind that creating art is not just about producing a product rather it's about enjoying and learning through the process of unexpected discoveries!
This is going to be SO MUCH FUN!!!
Gloves and aprons are provided. Refreshments such as coffee, tea, pop, water and assorted prepackaged treats are here for you but you can bring something of your own choice as well.
Preferred registration by etransfer to memoriesaremade@gmail.com or by using this ticket agent, Eventbrite.
If you have any questions, please contact the Creative Coach BerylAnne at 403.483.7270
Private group event bookings are available by contacting the Teaching Studio 403.483.7270
Basic BEGINNERS' Resin Workshop
$85 all supplies included
Saturday, July 5, 2025 11am-3pm
What is resin, what is the best product for the project I have in mind, where do I buy it, what's the best deal for the various products on the market, where can I purchase the pigment to colour my resin, what is mica powder and can I use it in my resin, what are cells and lacing, how to fix divets in cured resin, how do I create those amazing pieces that I see all over Pinterest and YouTube? We will also address how to use basic resin molds and then of course, caring for your pieces after they have cured. All of these topics will be discussed and answered in this new basic beginner workshop.
I'm confident that you've seen all the amazing things you can do with resin and are interested in learning "hands-on" how it's done. Working with resin is amazing and the possibilities are endless - really!
The basic techniques for resin mixing and manipulation will be demonstrated by your Creative Coach as well as how to properly mix colours, ratios for mixing, how to use the heat gun and torches to eliminate gas bubbles that occur naturally when the epoxy and the hardener are mixed together, swiping to create cells & lacing, and more.
A ll these tools and products will be on hand for you to use and experiment with before you decide if this is a hobby that you will enjoy
Our workshop experience will be one full hour of teaching and demonstration, followed up with the remaining time i n play and experimentation. E ach participant will be provided with all the supplies necessary to complete a practice panel and one larger cradle board panel in whatever colours and embellishments you want! This workshop is a perfect precursor to any of the many resin art workshops that I offer in my studio.
Age Requirement is 18 unless accompanied by an adult. Limited space available.
*PLEASE NOTE: Resin requires a minimum of 12 hours to cure so you won't be able to take your project home with you the same day.
Refreshments such as pop, water, coffee & tea, chips, chocolate bars are included but feel free to bring your own if you want.
Lower level studio location so stairs are involved.
All supplies are included in the cost of the workshop.
Preferred registration is by etransfer to memoriesaremade@gmail.com or through our ticketing agent, Eventbrite
Resin Art: Large Abstract Geode-Inspired Alphabet Initial Workshop
$90 all supplies included
Saturday, June 28, 2025 11am-3pm
Working with resin is amazing and the possibilities are endless - really! Each participant is given a solid baltic birch substrate (initial will be pre-ordered for you) to create your stunning abstract geode-inspired initial using your colour choices complete with glass, crystals & pre-made geode cluster embellishments. There is a huge selection of glass colours, glitters, metallic foils, reflective glass, gorgeous german glass add ons as well as gold, rose gold, luxury silver or pewter metallics for that WOW factor.
This will be a FAST-PACED workshop and although you will be given ample time in which to complete your final piece, you will need to hustle to fit in all the amazing ideas and techniques during this 4 hour workshop - it goes by SO quickly! That's why we play/practice for an hour as part of the workshop so that you can test out your colours and newly-acquired resin skills prior to doing your final geode. This alleviates the pressure of not being sure how things will go or if you like the colours chosen and this is what sets my studio apart from any other. Practice through Play!
Pre-Order of wood LETTER OF THE ALPHABET/INITIAL is required by the first week in June
Your Creative Coach BerylAnne will provide a demonstration and give you direction on how to prep, mix resin (pigment pastes & mica powders); move resin and how to control it to give you a desired result. We will be using the side-by-side technique of laying down the resin in order to maintain the individual colour lines of each segment of our geode inspired look. You will be taught the basics of resin but there are so many ways to create different looks with this amazing medium, only a few will be offered in this specific class.
Resin requires a minimum of 12 hours to cure so you won't be able to take your project home with you the same day. This is a teaching workshop where previous experience is not required but helpful. Age 14+ accompanied by an adult.
Dress accordingly as resin is impossible to remove once on your clothes (aprons and gloves are provided).Refreshments such as pop, water, coffee & tea and a little snack are included but feel free to bring your own if you want.
Lower level studio location so you will need to be able to walk up and down stairs independently to access the studio (sturdy banister).
All supplies are included in the cost of the workshop but if you have any items (rocks, gems, jewelry, shiny objects) that you may want to include as part of your design, please bring them along.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are unable to purchase your registration here through EB, please contact BerylAnne, memoriesaremade@gmail.com directly. There are cancellations and spots become available that aren't indicated there.
Big Interchangeable Porch Sitter GNOME Workshop
$90 all supplies included
Saturday, June 14, 2025 11am-3pm
Incredibly popular workshop! Yay for Gnomes!
Come and decorate this very cool porch sitter gnome to adorn your front porch or entry way. He is bound to capture the heart of anyone who sees him and you get to paint him any way you want!
If you want, make him as a gift for someone who loves gnomes as it's just in time for the upcoming gift-giving season.
Gnomes are super popular and have so much personality. This tall guy is a perfect porch sitter and will decorate any front door with style! Sized at 36" tall by 14" wide he is a perfect statement piece. Includes main body, base, nose, pair of hands and hardware for assembly.
His little hands are perfect holders for the seven wood cut out decorative shapes that are included in this kit (Flower, Pumpkin, Christmas Tree, Star, Watermelon, Maple Leaf, Heart). If you want to add on to this collection, you can also purchase laser cut wood words for him to hold such as Welcome, Home, Grateful, Smile, Hello, Blessed, Thankful, Family and Love.
Think of all the ways you can personalize him by decorating his hat, clothes, boots as well as the pieces that come with him. You can use paint but also decoupage is very popular with adding an element of interest that you may not be able to draw on yourself. Some stencils will be provided just in case you may want to add polka dots, hearts, etc., to his hat.
No crafting experience is necessary as our Creative Coach BerylAnne will be here to give inspiration and ideas to help your gnome come to life.
All supplies are included in the price of the registration. Dress in appropriate clothing as we will be using paint and glue during this workshop. Aprons and gloves will be provided.
Class size is limited so grab your spot quickly! Refreshments (water, pop, coffee, tea, chips & chocolate) is provided but you are welcome to bring something from home.
Preferred method of registration is by etransfer directly to memoriesaremade@gmail.com or by using our ticket agent, Eventbrite.
Questions can be directed to memoriesaremade@gmail.com or 403.483.7270
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Siren of the Sea Mermaid Resin Workshop
$90 all supplies included
Saturday, May 31, 2025 11am-3pm
This new workshop has been awhile in the making and now I'm so excited to be able to offer it in the Studio.
Each participant will be given a baltic birch 26" long mermaid substrate on which to create your mesmerizing decorated beauty. You will have access to all kinds of resin pigments in every colour imaginable with sparkling diamond dust and aurora flakes for that extra bit of glam and flash! But that's not all.....if you want to you can add shells, sealife, real sand, miniature charms (turtles, crabs, seahorses, starfish) reflective glass, sea glass, glitter, crystals, abalone shell fragments, even jewelry - WOW!
Your Creative Coach will first demonstrate how to mix your resin with coloured pigments and mica powders to give you a beautiful background for your Siren's tail and fin. You will also be shown how to get texture in your mica powder to resemble hair and make it look more real.
You will get to try out your colour choices on a practice canvas panel provided. The idea of "Practice through Play" is always emphasized in my resin workshops as it not only gives you an opportunity to experiment with your colours, techniques, etc., while having creative fun; it also provides you with a comfort level BEFORE doing your final mermaid piece! Learn by doing is important which is why this class is 4 hours in length.
A teaching component briefly covers the tools we will be using (heat gun with air, butane resin torch & swiping applicators); the ratios for mixing pigment into resin; types of resin available, mixatives for colours, etc.
* **Important: Resin projects require a minimum of 12 - 16 hours to cure so you will not be able to take your projects home with you directly after the class. Arrangements can be made to pickup at a later date. Although no previous resin experience is necessary for this workshop, there is an age restriction of 16+ accompanied by an adult. Please note that the Studio is in the lower level and you will be required to be able to walk independently up and down one flight of stairs that has a sturdy banister.
There are refreshments such as pop, water, coffee & tea and prepackaged treats such as chips and chocolate bars but feel free to bring your own snacks and beverages if you want.
Some workshops book up quickly and preferred registration is by etransfer to memoriesaremade@gmail.com or by using this Eventbrite
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Alcohol Ink & UV Resin Workshop
$65 all supplies included
Saturday, June 7, 2025 11am-3pm
GET READY FOR SUMMER FUN WITH THIS AMAZING OCEAN/BEACH RESIN CLASS.
S uch a FUN and exciting resin project this one is! The baltic birch large paddle blank is a fair size (9.25"x36").
This amazing decorative blank is your ocean waiting to happen. Use resin pigment in teals, aquamarines, ocean blue, translucent green, sparkling diamond dust in the water, wow!!!
Y our Creative Coach will first demonstrate how to mix your clean resin with pigments and mica powders to give you the ocean colours you decide you want on your paddle. A thorough demonstration on how to create the frothy cells and lacing as the waves lap on the shoreline and then you get to practice that technique on an 8x10 fibreboard (that you can keep and use as a wall hanging). The idea of "Practice through Play" is always emphasized in my resin workshops as it not only gives you an opportunity to experiment while having creative fun, it provides participants with a comfort level BEFORE doing your original piece! Learn by doing is important and added in to the length of this workshop.
W e will briefly cover the tools for this resin technique: Heat gun with air, torch & swiping applicators. Also, the ratios for mixing pigment into resin as well as which resins are good for which types of applications.
T here will be real sand, tiny seashells, rope for the handle and some small embellishments for added decor appeal (anchors, seahorses, lighthouses, pebbles, turtles, fish, etc.)
This will be fast-paced as there is a lot to do in a short time but c ome with a desire to have a fun and creative time. Hey, even make this amazing decor item as a gift for someone who has a cabin, ocean themed room or vacation home!
* **Important: Resin projects require a minimum of 12 hours to cure so you will not be able to take your projects home with you directly after the class. Arrangements can be made to pickup at a later date. There is an age restriction of 16+ accompanied by an adult.
Refreshments such as pop, water, coffee & tea, chips, chocolate bars are included but feel free to bring your own if you want.
Lower level studio location so stairs are involved.
All supplies are included in the cost of the workshop.
Preferred registration is by etransfer to memoriesaremade@gmail.com or through our ticketing agent, Eventbrite
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"Up the Creek" with your Ocean, Beach, Surf & Sand Paddle Resin Workshop
$90 all supplies included
Saturday, May 24, 2025 11am-3pm
Welcome to the world of possibilities with alcohol ink and UV resin. Add small treasures to make like jewelry, bookmarks, trinket boxes and magnets well the excitement is endless and I have to warn you, totally ADDICTING!
Ultraviolet resin cures in minutes so your creations don't have to sit overnight or for endless hours to be ready. UV resin therefore is perfect for making small items like jewelry, key chains, small bookmarks, etc.
You will all be given a choice to select 4 pendants, 1 pair of earrings, one bracelet and a few other little items like fridge magnets, bookmarks or a key chain to make during the workshop. Included in your registration is all supplies to make the pieces plus one chain for your pendants. There are a mesmerizing supply of decorative elements to use in your creations such as pressed flowers, glitter, mica powders, diamond dust, german glass, ocean/sea embellishments, reflective glass, rhinestones, embeds and MORE!
You will be learning which colorants are best for UV resin and how to achieve depth in your pieces by designing in multiple layers. We will be using a variety of open and closed bezels and also have access to additives like opal powders & colour shift mica and foils to enhance your jewelry designs.
The hardest part will be to narrow down what you want to do during our 4 hours together!
If you have any mini treasures that you want to incorporate into your jewelry, please bring everything with you because it's absolutely amazing to create something personal and your Creative Coach, BerylAnne will be thrilled to assist you (ie: pieces of jewerly, little bits of lace or fabric, lock of hair, tiny photographs).
No matter what you think of your creativity level, everyone will make something beautiful during this workshop; but keep in mind that creating art is not just about producing a product rather it's about enjoying and learning through the process of unexpected discoveries!
This is going to be SO MUCH FUN!!!
Gloves and aprons are provided. Refreshments such as coffee, tea, pop, water and assorted prepackaged treats are here for you but you can bring something of your own choice as well.
Preferred registration by etransfer to memoriesaremade@gmail.com or by using this ticket agent, Eventbrite.
If you have any questions, please contact the Creative Coach BerylAnne at 403.483.7270
Private group event bookings are available by contacting the Teaching Studio 403.483.7270
UV Resin Jewelry Making Workshop
$45 all supplies included
Saturday, May 17, 2025 11am-3pm
Welcome to the world of possibilities with UV resin and jewelry. The combination is endless and I have to warn you, totally ADDICTING!
Ultraviolet resin cures in minutes so your creations don't have to sit overnight or for endless hours to be ready. UV resin therefore is perfect for making small items like jewelry, key chains, small bookmarks, etc.
You will all be given a choice to select 4 pendants, 1 pair of earrings, one bracelet and a few other little items like fridge magnets or a key chain to make during the workshop. Included in your registration is all supplies to make the pieces plus one chain for your pendants. There are a mesmerizing supply of decorative elements to use in your creations such as pressed flowers, glitter, mica powders, diamond dust, german glass, ocean/sea embellishments, reflective glass, rhinestones, embeds and MORE!
You will be learning which colorants are best for UV resin and how to achieve depth in your pieces by designing in multiple layers. We will be using a variety of open and closed bezels and also have access to additives like opal powders & colour shift mica and foils to enhance your jewelry designs.
The hardest part will be to narrow down what you want to do during our 4 hours together!
If you have any mini treasures that you want to incorporate into your jewelry, please bring everything with you because it's absolutely amazing to create something personal and your Creative Coach, BerylAnne will be thrilled to assist you (ie: pieces of jewerly, little bits of lace or fabric, lock of hair, tiny photographs).
No matter what you think of your creativity level, everyone will make something beautiful during this workshop; but keep in mind that creating art is not just about producing a product rather it's about enjoying and learning through the process of unexpected discoveries!
This is going to be SO MUCH FUN!!!
Gloves and aprons are provided. Refreshments such as coffee, tea, pop, water and assorted prepackaged treats are here for you but you can bring something of your own choice as well.
Preferred registration by etransfer to memoriesaremade@gmail.com or by using this ticket agent, Eventbrite.
If you have any questions, please contact the Creative Coach BerylAnne at 403.483.7270
Private group event bookings are available by contacting the Teaching Studio 403.483.7270
Resin Art: Stunning Abstract GEODE Workshop
$100 all supplies included
Saturday, May 10, 2025 11am-3pm
Working with resin is amazing and the possibilities are endless - really!
Each participant is given a solid baltic birch substrate to create your stunning abstract geode using your colour choices complete with glass, crystals & pre-made geode cluster embellishments. There is a huge selection of glass colours, glitters, metallic foils, reflective glass, gorgeous german glass add ons as well as gold, rose gold, luxury silver or pewter metallics for that WOW factor. Each 17"x14"substrate has a hole cut out of the centre of the board and you can decide which way you want it to be disaplayed.
This will be a FAST-PACED workshop and although you will be given ample time in which to complete your final piece, you will need to hustle to fit in all the amazing ideas and techniques during this 4 hour workshop - it goes by SO quickly! That's why we play/practice for an hour as part of the workshop so that you can test out your colours and newly-acquired resin skills prior to doing your final geode. This alleviates the pressure of not being sure how things will go or if you like the colours chosen and this is what sets my studio apart from any other. Practice through Play!
Your Creative Coach BerylAnne will provide a demonstration and give you direction on how to prep, mix resin (pigment pastes & mica powders); move resin and how to control it to give you a desired result. We will be using the side-by-side technique of laying down the resin in order to maintain the individual colour lines of each segment of our geode. You will be taught the basics of resin but there are so many ways to create different looks with this amazing medium, only a few will be offered in this specific class.
Resin requires a minimum of 12 hours to cure so you won't be able to take your project home with you the same day.
This is a teaching workshop where previous experience is not required but helpful. Age 14+ accompanied by an adult. Dress accordingly as resin is impossible to remove once on your clothes (aprons and gloves are provided).
Refreshments such as pop, water, coffee & tea and a little snack are included but feel free to bring your own if you want. Lower level studio location so you will need to be able to walk up and down stairs to access the studio. All supplies are included in the cost of the workshop but if you have any items (rocks, gems, jewelry, shiny objects) that you may want to include as part of your design, please bring them along.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are unable to purchase your registration here through EB, please contact BerylAnne, memoriesaremade@gmail.com directly. There are cancellations and spots become available that aren't indicated there.
Basic Beginners' Resin Workshop
$85 all supplies included
Saturday, May 3, 2025 11am-3pm
W hat is resin, what is the best product for the project I have in mind, where do I buy it, what's the best deal for the various products on the market, where can I purchase the pigment to colour my resin, what is mica powder and can I use it in my resin, what are cells and lacing, how to fix divets in cured resin, how do I create those amazing pieces that I see all over Pinterest and YouTube? We will also address how to use basic resin molds and then of course, caring for your pieces after they have cured. All of these topics will be discussed and answered in this new basic beginner workshop.
I'm confident that you've seen all the amazing things you can do with resin and are interested in learning "hands-on" how it's done. Working with resin is amazing and the possibilities are endless - really!
The basic techniques for resin mixing and manipulation will be demonstrated by your Creative Coach as well as how to properly mix colours, ratios for mixing, how to use the heat gun and torches to eliminate gas bubbles that occur naturally when the epoxy and the hardener are mixed together, swiping to create cells & lacing, and more.
A ll these tools and products will be on hand for you to use and experiment with before you decide if this is a hobby that you will enjoy
Our workshop experience will be one full hour of teaching and demonstration, followed up with the remaining time i n play and experimentation. E ach participant will be provided with all the supplies necessary to complete a practice panel and one larger cradle board panel in whatever colours and embellishments you want! This workshop is a perfect precursor to any of the Resin Art: Majestic Bear or Howling Wolf workshops that are offered in my studio.
Minimum age requirement is 18 unless accompanied by an adult. Limited space available.
*PLEASE NOTE: Resin requires a minimum of 12 hours to cure so you won't be able to take your project home with you the same day.
Refreshments such as pop, water, coffee & tea, chips, chocolate bars are included but feel free to bring your own if you want.
Lower level studio location so stairs are involved.
All supplies are included in the cost of the workshop.
Preferred registration is by etransfer to memoriesaremade@gmail.com or through our ticketing agent, Eventbrite
Resin Art: The Grand DRAGON
$100 all supplies included
Saturday, April 26, 2025 11am-3pm
This workshop will be epic and is the first of its kind to be offered in the studio
Dragons are incredibly unique and offer a huge variety of options for creative vision on your behalf. Your dragon can be white as snow albino, fierce fire orange, chameleon with colour shift, gorgeous grand with glitter, born of the hills and trees and of the land.....well, you get the idea! Be prepared to think IN ADVANCE what your dragon's vision will be as there will not be time to give it much thought once you're in the studio! This class is not for beginners but only for those who have already had basic experience working with resin and are familiar with mixing pigments and using the tools in hand (torch, heat gun).
Each participant is given very large 22"x14" solid baltic birch blank wood dragon in the shape as shown in the picture and all the supplies you will need to make it come to life.
Your Creative Coach BerylAnne will provide you with demonstrations and direction on how to achieve the scale pattern on the wings of your dragon but the decorative element of the under-belly and full resin colour application on the body will be up to you. Your Creative Coach is here to assist with every step so you will not be without direction and her years of experience in this process. You can use reflective glass, gems, rocks, broken jewelry bits, glitter, german glass, diamond dust (absolutely!!), and/or aurora flakes for the stunning reflective mesmerizing appearance. If you have precious pieces that you wish to bring with you to the studio and use in your creation, please do so! The options could be endless and absolutely AMAZING!.
IMPORTANT: Resin requires a minimum of 12 hours to cure so you won't be able to take your project home with you the same day.
This is not a teaching workshop so previous experience is required. Minimum age to register/attend is18 . Dress accordingly as resin is impossible to remove once on your clothes (aprons and gloves are provided).
Refreshments such as pop, water, coffee & tea and some pre-packaged chips & chocolate bars are included but feel free to bring your own if you want. Lower level studio location so stairs are involved.All supplies are included in the cost of the workshop.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are unable to purchase your registration here through EB, please contact BerylAnne, memoriesaremade@gmail.com directly. There are cancellations and spots become available that aren't indicated there.
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Northern Lights and Ocean Inspired UV Resin Jewelry
$50 all supplies included
Saturday, April 19, 2025 11am-3pm
Welcome to the world of possibilities with UV resin and jewelry. The combination is endless and I have to warn you, totally ADDICTING!
Ultraviolet resin cures in minutes so your creations don't have to sit overnight or for endless hours to be ready. UV resin therefore is perfect for making small items like jewelry, key chains, small bookmarks, etc.
You will all be given a choice to select 2 pendants and 2 pairs of earrings and two chains for your pendants. There are a mesmerizing supply of decorative elements to use in your ocean creations such as real sand, tiny shells, turtles, sharks, starfish, etc. For the northern lights set, we will be using interference mica powders to give us the stunning aurora borealis effects and we can do either a mountain scene or tree line for our background. For those of you who don't wear earrings, you can exchange them for other pieces of jewelry at the workshop. There is a huge variety of options for those who may want to do their "own thing" during this class so don't feel that it's limited to necklace and earrings only!
As in all my workshops, you will be given time to practice the techniques before actually doing your sets so that you have a level of comfort in the process. These practice pieces can also be taken home with you in addition to the final pieces you will be doing on the bezels. All supplies and included.
On hand will be UV resin lights and all tools you will need to get you started in this amazing introductory ultra-violet resin introductory workshop - and MORE!
No matter what you think of your creativity, everyone will make something beautiful during this workshop; but keep in mind that creating art is not about producing a product rather it's about enjoying and learning through the process of unexpected discoveries !
This is going to be SO MUCH FUN!!!
Gloves and aprons are provided. Refreshments such as coffee, tea, pop, water and assorted prepackaged treats (chocolate bars & chips, etc.) are here for you but you can bring something of your own choice as well.
Preferred registration by etransfer to memoriesaremade@gmail.com or by using this ticket agent, Eventbrite.
If you have any questions, please contact the Creative Coach BerylAnne at 403.483.7270
Private group event bookings are available by contacting the Teaching Studio 403.483.7270
Resin Art: Charcuterie/Presentation Board
$90 all supplies included
Saturday, April 12, 2025 11am-3pm
Join us to design a one-of-a-kind presentation board using FDA food safe resin and a variety of amazing embellishments that are on hand in the Studio to use if you decide you may want to do so. Things like mirrored reflective glass, glass gems, metallic foils, german glass, or even pieces of jewelry to take your creation to the next level.
There are an endless variety of resin pigment pastes for colour choices and more mica powder than you'll ever wish for - so the options are staggering and only limited to your imagination; but don't worry at all about coming up with a concept for your board because we have a ton of inspirational pieces to motivate you and jumpstart the creative process. Your Creative Coach, BerylAnne also provides pictures of resin pours that others have done to give you some insight as to what can be achieved with some direction and knowledge of various techniques. Even those who have said, "I don't have a creative bone in my body" have creatied something they are incredibly proud of having done!
No other workshop gives you a such a variety of colours, resin & tools at your disposal and the ability to do a practice piece before you start your finished board. This will be done on a separate board provided on which to "practice" your techniques/test you colour choices, etc., prior to actually doing your presentation/charcuterie board so you get a really good vision of what your board will end up looking like. This has been one of the things that sets my resin workshops apart - "play" through "practice" is such an important aspect to feeling comfortable with resin and the techniques that will be demonstrated.
Y our Creative Coach will go over the basics of resin (safety, where to buy, what's available); board prep, will then demonstrate the most popular techniques to achieve cells & lacing, swiping, using a heat gun & torch, mixing colours with pastes/mica powders and lastly how to further adorn your boards if that's what you decide you want to do. There are never two boards that are the same and there's is always a nice variety to choose from.
All supplies are included in this workshop. No previous experience with resin is necessary but you must be 18+ to participate or 16+ accompanied by an adulty. Class number is limited so and this is a popular workshop so sign up quickly.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Resin takes a minimum of 12 hours to cure so you will not be permitted to take your board home with you but can make arrangements to pick it up the next day or at a time that is convenient.
Dress in old clothing as resin is unforgiving and impossible to remove from clothes; aprons and gloves are provided. The Studio is in the lower level so being able to go up and down one flight stairs independently is necessary. Refreshments such as coffee, tea, pop, water and pre-packaged snacks are provided you can bring something of your own choice as well.
Registration: Preferred method is by etransfer directly to memoriesaremade@gmail.com or by using our ticketing agent, Eventbrite.
Please direct any questions to memoriesaremade@gmail.com 403.483.7270
See below for cancellation policy.
Ocean Mermaid Resin Art
$90 all supplies included
Saturday, April 5th 11am-3pm
This new workshop has been awhile in the making and now I'm so excited to be able to offer it in the Studio.
Each participant will be given a baltic birch 26" long mermaid substrate on which to do your beautiful beach/ocean resin art; this blank wood is your ocean and beach waiting to happen! You will have access to all kinds of resin pigments in teals, aquamarines, ocean blue, translucent green, and sparkling diamond dust for in the water, shells, sealife, real sand, miniature charms (turtles, crabs, seahorses, lighthouses, pebbles, turtles, fish, mermaid tails, fish, dolphins, starfish) - WOW!
Your Creative Coach will first demonstrate how to mix your resin with coloured pigments and mica powders to give you mesmerizing ocean colours followed by a thorough demonstration on how to create the frothy cells and lacing to mimick the waves lap on the shoreline. Every participant will then get to practice that technique on a panel provided (that you can keep and use as a wall hanging). The idea of "Practice through Play" is always emphasized in my resin workshops as it not only gives you an opportunity to experiment with your colours, techniques, etc., while having creative fun; it also provides you with a comfort level BEFORE doing your final mermaid piece! Learn by doing is important which is why this class is 4 hours in length.
We will briefly cover the tools for this resin technique: Heat gun with air, torch & swiping applicators. Also, the ratios for mixing pigment into resin as well as which resins are good for which types of applications.
* **Important: Resin projects require a minimum of 12 hours to cure so you will not be able to take your projects home with you directly after the class. Arrangements can be made to pickup at a later date. Although no previous resin experience is necessary for this workshop, there is an age restriction of 16+ accompanied by an adult. Please note that the Studio is in the lower level and you will be required to be able to walk independently up and down one flight of stairs that has a sturdy banister.
There are refreshments such as pop, water, coffee & tea and prepackaged treats such as chips and chocolate bars but feel free to bring your own snacks and beverages if you want.
Workshops book up very quickly and preferred registration is by etransfer to memoriesaremade@gmail.com or by using this Eventbrite
OPEN STUDIO Day
March 29/25 11am-3pm
$45 minimum charge
Have you ever wondered "what's all the stink about ALCOHOL INK?" Well, this is your opportunity to find out and I promise it's an amazing medium to explore. Alcohol ink is an acid-free, vividly-colored, alcohol-based dye that is liquid, translucent and fast drying. It is best used on non-porous surfaces (e.g. ceramics, synthetic papers, glass, etc).
Versatile, unpredictable, mesmerizing, relaxing and affordable! Alcohol ink art spans across talent levels and experience because it's not really a medium that lends itself well to being controlled - which is why is perfect for beginners and established artists alike. There are always happy accidents that delight and surprise. No matter what you think of your creativity, everyone will make something beautiful during this workshop; but keep in mind that creating art is not about producing a product rather it's about enjoying and learning through the process of unexpected discoveries !
This introductory class with alcohol ink is ABSTRACT not conceptual so we will not be focusing on how to paint landscapes or specific objects with the ink, just how to mix and move colours in various techniques that you can further experiment with on your own. Not to say that you won't be discovering some amazing backgrounds magically appearing as you move the ink on your paper or items that look like florals etc.!
Enjoy the simple process of dripping ink onto synthetic paper and ceramic tiles, tilt and swirl it, blow it with a straw for a dazzling effect, feather it, blend it with metallic mixatives for a rich shimmer, add texture by using felt, spritzing with spray bottles, etc.
E ach of you has a LARGE pre-ordered 12" solid baltic birch initial that I have painted and prepped with white resin which you will decorate during the last few hours of the workshop (after you have learned a few basic techniques and feel comfortable moving forward.
On hand to try out will be the blow dryers used to move the ink, giotto rocket, as well as an airbrush. and many colours of ink to sample! We will learn what products are available and where is the best place to purchase them. We will also learn how to seal projects when finished because alcohol ink can fade and be reactivated if left without a finish. NOTE: We will be using 99% isopropyl alcohol which does have a strong odor (VOC).
Pre-Order of wood LETTER OF THE ALPHABET/INITIAL is required by March 10th
All supplies necessary for this workshop are provided in the registration fee but if you have some of your own items that you want to bring to class, please do so. Gloves and aprons are provided. Refreshments such as coffee, tea, pop, water and assorted prepackaged treats like chocolate bars & chips are here for you but you can bring your own snacks and beverages if you prefer. The workshop is in the lower level studio so you will need to be able to traverse one flight of stairs with a handrail.
Preferred registration by etransfer to memoriesaremade@gmail.com or by using this ticket agent, Eventbrite.
If you have any questions, please contact the Creative Coach BerylAnne at 403.483.7270
Private group event bookings are available by contacting the Teaching Studio 403.483.7270
Alcohol Ink: Decorating a Letter of the Alphabet
March 22/25 11am-3pm
$75
Have you ever wondered "what's all the stink about ALCOHOL INK?" Well, this is your opportunity to find out and I promise it's an amazing medium to explore. Alcohol ink is an acid-free, vividly-colored, alcohol-based dye that is liquid, translucent and fast drying. It is best used on non-porous surfaces (e.g. ceramics, synthetic papers, glass, etc).
Versatile, unpredictable, mesmerizing, relaxing and affordable! Alcohol ink art spans across talent levels and experience because it's not really a medium that lends itself well to being controlled - which is why is perfect for beginners and established artists alike. There are always happy accidents that delight and surprise. No matter what you think of your creativity, everyone will make something beautiful during this workshop; but keep in mind that creating art is not about producing a product rather it's about enjoying and learning through the process of unexpected discoveries !
This introductory class with alcohol ink is ABSTRACT not conceptual so we will not be focusing on how to paint landscapes or specific objects with the ink, just how to mix and move colours in various techniques that you can further experiment with on your own. Not to say that you won't be discovering some amazing backgrounds magically appearing as you move the ink on your paper or items that look like florals etc.!
Enjoy the simple process of dripping ink onto synthetic paper and ceramic tiles, tilt and swirl it, blow it with a straw for a dazzling effect, feather it, blend it with metallic mixatives for a rich shimmer, add texture by using felt, spritzing with spray bottles, etc.
E ach of you has a LARGE pre-ordered 12" solid baltic birch initial that I have painted and prepped with white resin which you will decorate during the last few hours of the workshop (after you have learned a few basic techniques and feel comfortable moving forward.
On hand to try out will be the blow dryers used to move the ink, giotto rocket, as well as an airbrush. and many colours of ink to sample! We will learn what products are available and where is the best place to purchase them. We will also learn how to seal projects when finished because alcohol ink can fade and be reactivated if left without a finish. NOTE: We will be using 99% isopropyl alcohol which does have a strong odor (VOC).
Pre-Order of wood LETTER OF THE ALPHABET/INITIAL is required by March 10th
All supplies necessary for this workshop are provided in the registration fee but if you have some of your own items that you want to bring to class, please do so. Gloves and aprons are provided. Refreshments such as coffee, tea, pop, water and assorted prepackaged treats like chocolate bars & chips are here for you but you can bring your own snacks and beverages if you prefer. The workshop is in the lower level studio so you will need to be able to traverse one flight of stairs with a handrail.
Preferred registration by etransfer to memoriesaremade@gmail.com or by using this ticket agent, Eventbrite.
If you have any questions, please contact the Creative Coach BerylAnne at 403.483.7270
Private group event bookings are available by contacting the Teaching Studio 403.483.7270
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Wood & Resin Lazy Susan Workshop
March 15/25 11am-3pm
$90
This workshop is where you discover the FUN in FUNction.
Working with resin is amazing and the possibilities are endless - really! Each participant is given one 15" round solid wood lazy susan to create a beautiful coloured resin pour on. You will be given ample time and product to practice with prior to doing your final pour on your lazy susan so that alleviates the pressure of not being sure how things will go. This way you can test your colour combination choices as well as have the opportunity to see how resin flows and blends etc.
Your Creative Coach BerylAnne will provide you with demonstrations and direction on how to prep, mix resin (various pastes, alcohol ink, mica powders, etc. will be available); move resin and how to control it to give you a desired result. Create cells, lacing and stunning colour variations with all the variety of supplies on hand. You will practice on a piece of wood cradle board beforehand and then when you feel comfortable, you will resin your piece. Resin requires a minimum of 12 hours to cure so you won't be able to take your project home with you the same day but will need to make arrangements for a later pickup.
This is a teaching workshop where previous experience is not required but helpful. Age 14+ accompanied by an adult. Dress accordingly as resin is impossible to remove once on your clothes (aprons and gloves are provided).
Refreshments such as pop, water, coffee & tea and some prepackaged treats like chocolate bars & chips are here for you but feel free to bring your own snacks & beverages if you want. The workshop is in the lower level studio so one flight of stairs with a handrail are involved. All supplies are included in the cost of the workshop.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are unable to purchase your registration here through EB, please contact BerylAnne, memoriesaremade@gmail.com directly. There are cancellations and spots become available that aren't indicated there.
Stunning Resin OPAL Workshop
March 8/25 11am-3pm
$90
Using various sizes of both manmade and natural crystals, coloured resin pigments, mica powder, glass gravel and shattered glass with reflective qualities, stunning german glass, metallic foils, and interference powders, you will be designing your magical geode-look-alike-fire opal lantern.
Each person will choose a metal lantern which has four glass doors that will be removed and transformed in to four separate geode pieces of art. There are a variety of lanterns available for you to choose from (white, aluminum, black, beige, red) and are medium sized (11" to 13" high). You can use one colour cohesively for all four panels or go wild and do each piece in a totally different colour pallett. You will have access to other decorative materials such as liquid silver chrome, liquid gold, shattered glass which can be coloured with alcohol inks, glass gravel and silver/gold/rose gold foil, mica powders & epoxy pigments and my new aurora flakes which are SO AMAZING. You will also be given an opportunity to do a practice glass panel before you actually start your lantern panels to try out your colour scheme and technique. We also have drawn templates for those who want a little inspiration in the design of their panels!
These lanterns look amazing when lit from within because you will be able to see through the designs on the glass which give you such a fantastic light show! So, if you wish, there will be battery operated lights for inside the lantern to purchase for a small additional fee.
Although all supplies are included in this class, if you have items you think you may want to incorporate into your design, you are encouraged to bring them along with you (ie: broken jewelry, stones, special memento, etc.)
No previous experience is necessary to participate in this workshop. Minimum age is 18 but if you are younger, pre-approval is possible and you will need to speak directly to the Creative Coach. Class size is limited.
***Please Note: Resin requires time to cure so lanterns can not be taken home with you; they will need to be picked up the next day or when it's convenient.
Dress comfortably in old clothing as we are working with resin; gloves and aprons are provided. The art Studio is in the lower level so one flight of stairs (with a bannister) are involved.
Refreshments such as coffee, tea, pop, water and pre-packaged treats like chocolate bars & chips are offered but if you want to bring your own beverage/snack, please do so.
Register by e-transfer to memoriesaremade@gmail.com or by using our link to Eventbrite ticketing agent. For more information, contact BerylAnne at Where Memories Are Made, 403.483.7270
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Basic Beginners' Resin Workshop
March 1/25 11am-3pm
$85
Working with resin is amazing and the possibilities are endless - really!
You choose from many different solid baltic birch wood substrates with the most popular being:
a) blank majestic bear shape with a silhouette of mountains and trees cutout of its center. He is 24" long x 15" high. b) wolf same as above but is 22"x23" c) rectangle same as above which is 18" long x12" high
Here is the list of the other pieces that we have in inventory and if you're interested in any of these, please send an email to memoriesaremade@gmail.com for more information or pictures. Bison $100 Moose $110 Bull Skull $80 Stag Head $90 Horse Head $85 Bear $90 Wolf $90 Deer $100 Eagle $75 Pony $75 Dragon $100
There are endless ideas for the outcome of your artwork as each one of you will have a different idea in mind of what you want to create. As with the Aurora Borealis, no two will EVER be the same.
Basic techniques for resin manipulation will be demonstrated by your Creative Coach and you will be given ample time and product to practice these prior to doing your final pour on your bear so that alleviates the pressure of not being sure how things will go. This way you can test your colour combination choices as well as have the opportunity to see how resin flows and blends etc. In this workshop, you will be using the "swipe technique" with interference mica powders to create the stunning Aurora Borealis on your piece. Your Creative Coach BerylAnne will provide you with demonstrations and direction on how to prep, mix resin (huge variety of various colour pastes, alcohol ink, mica powders, etc. will be available for you to choose from); move resin and how to control it to give you a desired result. There will be heat guns and also fire torches provided for you to use during the workshop. Create cells, lacing and stunning colour variations with all the variety of supplies on hand. You will practice on a pieces of black foamcore beforehand and then when you feel comfortable, you will proceed to resin your piece. Guidance will be provided every step of the way with handouts and suggestions from the Coach.
*PLEASE NOTE: Resin requires a minimum of 12 hours to cure so you won't be able to take your project home with you the same day.
This is a teaching workshop where previous experience is definitely an asset but not mandatory. This workshop is considered an intermediate level and you must be 14+ and accompanied by an adult or 18 to attend. Dress accordingly as resin is impossible to remove once on your clothes (aprons and gloves are provided).
Refreshments such as pop, water, coffee & tea and a little snack are included but feel free to bring your own if you want.
Lower level studio location so stairs are involved.
All supplies are included in the cost of the workshop.
Preferred registration is by etransfer to memoriesaremade@gmail.com or through our ticketing agent, Eventbrite