🌟 Ignite a passion for creativity and sustainability in children with this fantastic textile art series! Young artists will dive into an extraordinary world where reusing and reinventing materials becomes an inspiring adventure. Through an exploration of collage-making, mix media techniques, and up-cycling, kids will transform recycled textiles into unique pieces of art. They'll pick up basic hand-sewing skills, embrace the vibrant world of tie-dye, and even experiment with crochet and embroidery. Along the way, they'll explore the fundamentals of fashion design as they dream up new possibilities for old garments. It's a hands-on experience where creativity, sustainability, and self-expression come together in a joyful and eco-friendly celebration of textile art. 🎨✨
Donna is an enthusiastic mixed media artist and educator with extensive experience in art, STEM, writing, and various creative outlets. Her passion lies in exploring different materials and processes, transforming found objects through painting, collage, printmaking, photography, and sculpture. Donna’s teaching philosophy revolves around empowering students to communicate through creative self-expression, fostering a healthy and enriching classroom environment. With a rich background in both 2D and 3D design, mechanics, robotics, and coding, she enjoys guiding students in discovering their artistic and innovative potential. Donna's commitment to reusing and upcycling in art practices underscores her dedication to inspiring creativity and sustainability in young minds.