Courtney Cerruti

Altered Book Workshop at SFCB. Take a found book and transform it into a unique piece of altered art. Learn how manipulate pages, age and distress, use found text, create imagery and add, embellish and alter a found book into your own creation.

Collagraph Printing Workshop at SFCB. Collagraph is a unique printmaking process that uses a variety of collaged materials, such as fabric, papers, leaves, and sand, to construct a plate that's printable on an etching press. The result is unpredictable, but rewarding: a print with a rich surface of velvety lines, fluid marks, and unfamiliar textures. In Collagraph Printing and Gelatin Printing, the instructor will demonstrate plate construction and inking techniques for relief printing. The class will also experiment with using gelatin plates and botanicals.

Paste Paper Workshop at SFCB. Enjoy making a mess while creating original, hand-painted paste papers. An attractive addition to a myriad of paper crafts, paste paper is made by covering a sheet with pigmented paste, then designing patterns in the paste with various mark-making tools. Traditionally used as endpapers in books, paste paper is used by artists today to make greeting cards, gift wrap, bookbinding decoration, collage, mixed media, and more. In Introduction to Paste Papers, learn different techniques for making traditional and modern patterns and take home a stack of samples.

Accordion Explosion at SCRAP SF

Create a hardback accordion and spend a day exploring the versatility of this structure by creating a content-driven book. We'll add, subtract and pop out bits and pieces of the inner structure while combining images and text to create your own personal narrative. This is a great chance to bring out the bits and bobs you've been collecting or print out those photos you have sitting on your computer... This class is ideal for beginners and seasoned book artists; all are welcome to play and explore the possibilities of the accordion and its contents!

Shadow Box Workshop at SFCB. In the spirit of Joseph Cornell, create a small world inside a shadow box. Give everyday objects a preciousness and delicacy by telling a story with them in this miniature scene. Students will learn how to combine two- and three-dimensional elements, layer images and objects, and create depth and narrative with their own shadow boxes. The shadow-box format has been used by all kinds of artists in the telling of their stories. Use the medium to commemorate an event or a loved one, or make a keepsake for a friend. All levels welcome.

Image Transfer Workshop at Wishi Washi Studio

Learn image transfer techniques for paper arts, collage, fiber arts, and more. You will learn the best methods for combining, transferring, and layering found and created imagery and text in your work. Courtney will demonstrate solvent and acrylic methods as well as how to create transparent layers. Learn a myriad of techniques using inexpensive materials and go home with a wealth of knowledge, as well as a pack of samples made in class! Great for beginners as well as seasoned artists who would like to add more dimension and depth to their work.

ImageTransfers Workshop on Creativebug

Learn image transfer techniques for paper arts, collage, fiber arts and more. Courtney will show you the best methods for combining, transferring and layering found and created imagery and text in your work. Learn a range of techniques using inexpensive materials, including how to create transparent layers. Great for beginners as well as experienced artists who want to add more dimension and depth to their work.

Beeswax Collage on Creativebug

Learn how to turn simple blocks of wood, photocopies and beeswax into personal works of art. With their lived-in patina, these storyblocks offer endless options to personalize. Courtney will teach you specific techniques, along with how to best select images, and tips for composition and decoration.

Paper Bird Sculpture with Courtney Cerruti

Create your own totem animal using found and recycled papers. In this workshop, Courtney will show you how to make these adorable paper birds (ours are lovingly named "Ernesto and Lillian") to liven up any room or festive occasion. You will learn how to work with wire, cut various styles of realistic and whimsical feathers and form the body and features using recycled paper. With these skills you can go on to immortalize your pet schnauzer or your beloved parakeet with pages from old, worn out books in this ingenious workshop!

Image Transfers at SFCB

Learn image transfer techniques for paper arts, collage, fiber arts, and more. Explore transfer options using inexpensive materials and go home with a wealth of knowledge and a packet of samples made in class.

Intro to Artists Books

Alter an existing book with a myriad of techniques learned in class to create a stunning and inspired artist's journal. Courtney will cover various collage and transfer techniques, writing ideas and inspiration, and tips for combining image and text in an altered sketchbook.