Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Free Golden Lecture plus Mommy & Me and Time for Tea?

 
google offer
What's happening? Here's the latest SCOOP...
We're serving up some artsy fun this Saturday!
google offer Mommy and Me Calligraphy
with Kathy Barker
Have fun being creative together while you learn the art of "beautiful writing". Class includes basic instruction in how to do Italic calligraphy and make designs using calligraphic pens. Create an accordion book project using your calligraphic skills.
Ages 8+. 1 day workshop Saturday 4/28 1:30-3pm
$15 per person supplies included
google offer Adventures in Art
this Saturday!
Meeeooowww!
Unleash your child's creativity! Let your child discover their inner artiste
and have a ball. Every child leaves with an 11x14 painting.
A new project each week. Space is limited, preregistration required.
Ages 6-10 Saturdays 10:30-12 $20 supplies included
Kids Classes in mmmmmmay, sign up today!
google offer Paint Me Happy
with Gretchen Crossley
Explore different painting techniques:
color blending, texture, 3-D, and print making!
Ages 5-84 week session Wednesdays 5/2-5/23 4-5pm
$50 supplies included
google offer Paint 'n Play
with Gretchen Crossley
Combining art games with art lessons for preschoolers!
4 week session Wednesdays 5/2-5/23 10:15-11 OR Fridays 5/4-5/25 11:30-12:15
$40 supplies included
google offer Let's get Fancy!
Join us next Saturday May 5th
for a Fancy Nancy Tea Party!
Games, crafts and refreshments...Reserve your spot today!
2-3:30pm $5
For Adults...oh you're just so artsy!
google offer Desire to Inspire:
An Inspirational Visual Journal
with Dina Remi
Open the window to the soul and start down the path of visual journaling. Learn different mixed media techniques to fill your very own journal pages such as watercolor, ink, gel medium image transfers, lettering and much more. Along with the artistic guidance you will receive inspirational ideas to prompt your journaling topics and allow your ideas to flow as freely as ink on the page. 3 weeks, 1 session. Mondays 5/7-5/21 10-12 pm $60 supplies included
google offer Innovations in Acrylic:
Discover the infinite and brilliant versatility of acrylics!
with Barbara De Pirro of Golden
Barbara De Pirro will sift through a mountain of valuable info, guiding through the basics while opening up new possibilities. Whatever your approach as an artist, this lecture will offer the technical knowledge to support your concepts. FREE literature and samples... plus, get your questions answered!
Saturday April 28th 1-3:30pm Free - Must register to attend.
google offer
Don't Miss this Book Signing!
The Pulse of Mixed Media:
Secrets and Passions of 100 Artists Revealed
by Seth Apter
NY mixed media and book artist
plus local artists Donna Watson & Leslie Avon Miller
will be here doing demos
Journey deep within the soul of the artist. This book goes below the surface to uncover the inner workings of the creative mind. Imagine you've been invited to have an intimate discussion with all of your favorite artists. You can ask them anything, no holds barred, and hear the personal stories behind their artwork. Join an adventure that will make you a true art insider.
Saturday May 5th 12-2 Free
20% off all books purchased during the signing! Door Prizes!

fun. fun. fun stuff.

google offer Large Easy Flyer
Super Bot & Spaceship Kites!
Have a "field day" of family fun!
Bring a lunch, a camera and kites from Premier Kites. Made of rip-stop nylon with sturdy struts, our kites are designed for safe and easy flying fun. 300 ft. of 30 lb. test string and winder included. Ages 5-Adult
$27.99 each style

google offer Buddha Board
Based on the Zen philosophy of living in the moment, you simply paint on the board's special surface with water, the image darkens and then slowly fades away. Environmentally friendly and lasts for years with proper care.
Mini $12.99 Laptop $34.99
Fun with a Buddha Board!
Fun with a Buddha Board!


Back to School SALE ENDS April 30th! Stock up now!

Bellevue Art & Frame, The Toy Place, and Bellevue Invites
13131 NE 20th Street Bellevue, WA 98005

425.453.8959 800.843.6348




Open Monday-Saturday 10am- 6pm Sunday 12-5pm


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Wednesday, April 18, 2012

We HEART Earth Day, New Classes, Yes You Canvas!



What's happening? Here's the latest SCOOP...
We HEART Earth Day! Celebrate with us!


Eco-Fab!
Celebrate Earth Day with an EcoCraft!


Give an old shoe new life. Bring in an old shoe and
create a cool new planter!
Flowers and planting materials supplied. FREE!
This Saturday! April 21st 2-4 pm

Eco-Fresh!

Social responsibility gets a clever recycled remake with Paddywax's Eco Green Collection. Featuring upcycled wine bottle containers, triple-milled shea butter in the olive oil soap, and smartly designed packaging including exclusive wood veneer tubes.
$14.99-$27.99

Eco-Fun!

The new e-racer by Hape is so Eco-friendly it runs on imagination. Sleek in design, nimble handling and a tiny environmental impact, the body is built from a single piece of renewable bamboo and is finished in non-toxic water based paints from Europe.
Ages 3+ years
$19.99



Kids Classes in mmmmmmay, sign up today!

Paint Me Happy with Gretchen Crossley

Explore different painting techniques: color blending, texture, 3-D, and print making! Ages 5-8
4 week session Wednesdays 5/2-5/23 4-5pm
$50 supplies included


Paint 'n Play with Gretchen Crossley

Combining art games with art lessons for preschoolers!
4 week session Wednesdays 5/2-5/23 10:15-11 OR Fridays 5/4-5/25 11:30-12:15
$40 supplies included



Adventures in Art this Saturday!

Unleash your child's creativity! Let your child discover their inner artiste
and have a ball. Every child leaves with an 11x14 painting.
A new project each week. Space is limited, preregistration required. Ages 6-10
Saturdays 10:30-12 $20 supplies included




Fabulous 1 day workshops starting right away!

Art in Bloom: Image Transfer with Dina Remi

Transfer your imagination into art and explore the endless possibilities
of image transfers. Create a beautiful spring inspired piece of art
while learning about Lesley Riley's TAP(transfer artist paper). Bring any mixed media, gel/paint pens, glitter or stamps to customize if you'd like!
1 day workshop. Tuesday 4/24 10-12 pm $20 supplies included


Image Transfer with TAP Paper

Fundamentals of Oil with Larine Chung

Learn how to see effectively like a master painter. Do fun exercises with a limited palette: the focus will be on the composition
and what elements direct the eye in a painting.
1 day workshop. Saturday 4/21 10-4 pm $75 plus supplies




CANVAS PRESALE ENDS April 23rd! Get in on the DEALS!
Call or click here for prices!


Bellevue Art & Frame, The Toy Place, and Bellevue Invites

13131 NE 20th Street Bellevue, WA 98005
425.453.8959 800.843.6348
bellevueartandframe.com thetoyplacetoys.com
info@bellevueartandframe.com facebook.com/bellevueartandframe
join our email list! like us on facebook!
Open Monday-Saturday 10am- 6pm Sunday 12-5pm

Thursday, April 12, 2012

Saturday's Shenanigans, own your very own Monet and more!


What's happening? Here's the latest SCOOP...
this saturday's shenanigans:


Mother's Day Plates this Saturday!

Make a Plate, make a memory for Mom for this Mother's Day!
Join us this Saturday April 14th 2-4pm.
Guaranteed delivery by Mother's Day May 13th.
Don't forget Grandma too!
Only $7.99 on Saturday (plate kit regular price $15.99)
Preregistration is required so call now!

Adventures in Art this Saturday!

Unleash your child's creativity!
Let your child discover their inner artiste and have a ball.
Every child leaves with an 11x14 painting. A new project each week.
Space is limited, preregistration required. Ages 6-10
Saturdays 10:30-12 $20 supplies included

Check this out!


Monet Water Lilies Mater Kitz by Kidzaw

The Water Lilies Master Kitz includes all the tools your child needs
to create their own masterpiece along with learning materials to
deepen their understanding of the Impressionism movement.
Kit includes a sturdy reusable art tool box with magnetic closures,
2 re-usable stencils, 9 Artist's quality custom soft pastels (child friendly),
2 pieces deluxe art paper, 1 shammy for color blending, 1 shadow maker tool,
fun, easy to understand Monet learning materials,
and easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions.
$29.99

Ready, Set, Create with Master Kitz: Monet Water Lilies!


Adult Classes starting right away: save your spot!


Monoprinting Ready, Set, Go! with Adam Capek

In just an hour and a half create a masterpiece during this fast, fun and easy print making workshop. Learn techniques using color and layering to create unique impressions. Monoprinting allows you to experiment each time you make a print.
Go home with an 11x14 matted piece of art!
1 day workshop Saturday 4/14 2-3:30pm
$40 supplies included

Creating a Monotype with Golden OPEN Acrylics

Art for Beginners: Experiencing Materials with Yael Zahavy-Mittelman

Enjoy art but never had the chance to give it a try? Or are you curious to change the medium you are currently working in? Learn how to look at art and explore using a variety of materials and techniques. From oil pastels to chalk, pencils or markers, or any others you wish to try!
No experience needed, just curiosity!
6 weeks, 1 session Tuesdays 4/17-5/22 1-3pm
$125 supplies included



Open Studio with Yael Zahavy-Mittelman

Have an art project you want to finish and are having trouble deciding how? Want to try a a different project or experiment with different ideas and materials? Bring your own materials, choose an art project that interests you, and follow it through with the guidance of the art instructor. Bring your creativity and your desire to have fun!
6 weeks, 1 session Tuesdays 4/17-5/22 3:30-5pm $60



Dreamweaver Stencils Card Fronts with Nan Robkin

These unique brass stencils and embossing pastes will open up a world of easy techniques for the beginner or accomplished card artist. Learn how to use paints, pastels, and a variety of other coloring agents to create amazing layered designs. Take home 3 different card designs.
1 day workshop. Wednesday 4/18 1-3pm $40 supplies included

Dreamweaver Embossing


Bellevue Art & Frame, The Toy Place, and Bellevue Invites

13131 NE 20th Street Bellevue, WA 98005
425.453.8959 800.843.6348
bellevueartandframe.com thetoyplacetoys.com
info@bellevueartandframe.com facebook.com/bellevueartandframe
join our email list! like us on facebook!
Open Monday-Saturday 10am- 6pm Sunday 12-5pm

Saturday, April 7, 2012

70% off Canvas... Spring Art Classes and Art Camps starting now!




what's happening!
Get in on the PRESALE! Call or Click for Prices!

CLICK HERE FOR PRICES!!




Click here for information!



Kids Classes starting right away: hurry, hurry!


Paint Me Happy with Gretchen Crossley

Explore different painting techniques: color blending, texture, 3-D, and print making! Ages 5-8
4 week session Wednesdays 4/4-4/25 4-5pm
$50 supplies included




Paint 'n Play with Gretchen Crossley

Combining art games with art lessons for preschoolers!
4 week session Wednesdays 4/4-4/25 10:15-11 OR Fridays 4/6-4/27 11:30-12:15
$40 supplies included




Kiwibluekids with Debra Mason

An art enrichment class taught by professional graphic designer and art specialist Debra Mason. Each class incorporates several Elements of Art and Principles of design and uses professional mediums. Ages 5-14
4 week session Tuesdays 4/3-4/24 OR Wednesdays 4/4-4/25 4-6pm
$140 supplies included





Adventures in Art this Saturday!

Unleash your child's creativity! Let your child discover their inner artiste and have a ball. Every child leaves with an 11x14 painting. A new project each week. Space is limited, preregistration required. Ages 6-10
Saturdays 10:30-12
$20 supplies included



Adult Classes starting right away: save your spot!

Art for Beginners: Experiencing Materials with Yael Zahavy-Mittelman
Enjoy art but never had the chance to give it a try? Or are you curious to change the medium you are currently working in? Learn how to look at art and explore using a variety of materials and techniques. From oil pastels to chalk, pencils or markers, or any others you wish to try!
No experience needed, just curiosity!
6 weeks, 1 session Tuesdays 4/17-5/22 1-3pm
$125 supplies included






Open Studio with Yael Zahavy-Mittelman

Have an art project you want to finish and are having trouble deciding how? Want to try a a different project or experiment with different ideas and materials? Bring your own materials, choose an art project that interests you, and follow it through with the guidance of the art instructor. Bring your creativity and your desire to have fun!
6 weeks, 1 session Tuesdays 4/17-5/22 3:30-5pm $60




SENGA Japanese Paper Cutting with Sachi Tanimoto

Senga, with its delicate combination of overall simplicity and intricacy of lines, curves and colors, is a highly refined form of traditional Japanese cut paper art. Learn the basic techniques of Japanese paper cutting in this 2 day workshop!
2 weeks, 1 session Wednesdays 4/11-4/18 10-12pm $40 plus supplies




Monoprinting Ready, Set, Go! with Adam Capek

In just an hour and a half create a masterpiece during this fast, fun and easy print making workshop. Learn techniques using color and layering to create unique impressions. Monoprinting allows you to experiment each time you make a print. Go home with an 11x14 matted piece of art!
1 day workshop Saturday 4/14 2-3:30pm
$40 supplies included



Bellevue Art & Frame, The Toy Place, and Bellevue Invites

13131 NE 20th Street Bellevue, WA 98005
425.453.8959 800.843.6348
bellevueartandframe.com thetoyplacetoys.com
info@bellevueartandframe.com facebook.com/bellevueartandframe
join our email list! like us on facebook!
Open Monday-Saturday 10am- 6pm Sunday 12-5pm