Sometimes it is #thelittlethings that can really bring clarity to your purpose...a recent review...
"I attended a ten week painting workshop at ReFind - a store/workshop studio/ community hob in Bay Head. To tell you what made for my great experience I have to first tell you all, what an enchanting place ReFind is. From the outside it appears as an unassuming store front tucked on a side street that you might miss if you didn’t know any better. But step through the front door and you will find a treasure trove of art and unique crafts, many made by local artisans, as well as objects both aesthetically pleasing and useful that have been salvaged and lovingly given a second life by Zsa Zsa, the proprietor of ReFind. Every nook and cranny from floor to ceiling is a tableau of beautiful things; jewelry, paintings and unexpected finds. It is like stepping back in time before a culture of shoddy obsolescence became our norm.
Much like her store Zsa Zsa, the proprietor, is many things – part entrepreneur/artist/ community organizer and from what I saw while I painted there, she is also a source of advise to artists, friends and perhaps even to a stranger like myself who wandered through her door. Even though I had painted years ago I had not used oils and over the years have been mostly involved with digital work. When I walked into ReFind and had spoken to Zsa Zsa I felt that painting in her studio would be an opportunity to get back to basics, away from computers. It turned out to be just what I needed and with Zsa Zsa’s help I managed to enjoy this new medium and create some art that for a beginner with oils was not too shabby.
Thank you Zsa Zsa"
~Vera Hoffman April 2018
"I attended a ten week painting workshop at ReFind - a store/workshop studio/ community hob in Bay Head. To tell you what made for my great experience I have to first tell you all, what an enchanting place ReFind is. From the outside it appears as an unassuming store front tucked on a side street that you might miss if you didn’t know any better. But step through the front door and you will find a treasure trove of art and unique crafts, many made by local artisans, as well as objects both aesthetically pleasing and useful that have been salvaged and lovingly given a second life by Zsa Zsa, the proprietor of ReFind. Every nook and cranny from floor to ceiling is a tableau of beautiful things; jewelry, paintings and unexpected finds. It is like stepping back in time before a culture of shoddy obsolescence became our norm.
Much like her store Zsa Zsa, the proprietor, is many things – part entrepreneur/artist/ community organizer and from what I saw while I painted there, she is also a source of advise to artists, friends and perhaps even to a stranger like myself who wandered through her door. Even though I had painted years ago I had not used oils and over the years have been mostly involved with digital work. When I walked into ReFind and had spoken to Zsa Zsa I felt that painting in her studio would be an opportunity to get back to basics, away from computers. It turned out to be just what I needed and with Zsa Zsa’s help I managed to enjoy this new medium and create some art that for a beginner with oils was not too shabby.
Thank you Zsa Zsa"
~Vera Hoffman April 2018
ReFind is a meeting place for learning and exchanging artistic ideas. The goal is to provide an environment conducive to the creative process. One does not have to be an “artist” to join others at ReFind. Owner/Instructor Zsa Zsa Stackles, a NJ certified K-12 Art teacher/artist, believes that art is an important expression of the human spirit, that creativity is an innate function, and that in a supportive and inspiring atmosphere it is bound to flourish.
Zsa Zsa also possesses full knowledge and practices the art of safety of materials and tools. Any tasks requiring chemically related tasks, (finishing/varnishing, etc.) will be performed by her after hours/outside the studio space, to ensure the safety and well being of all. Firing of green ware/glazed creations are performed outside of studio, as Zsa Zsa has a kiln at home.
Please take note... Impromptu workshops are welcome!!!
If there is something that you and your friends would like to do, simply let me know and I will do my best to make it happen!
Scheduled Upcoming Experiences
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Hammer, Solder, and Stamp
Bangle Making Gathering Wednesday July 18 6-8pm Create your own enhanced sterling silver bangle. With all materials provided, including the 14kgf handmade pre-cut scallop shell, you will be guided through the process of transforming silver material into a bracelet of your own design. You will learn the art of torch soldering the shell onto the enhancer, as well as hammering and stamping your bangle, with complete guidance during the process of making complete and whole. $78 per metalsmith $25 non-refundable deposit to hold your torch! Cash or check preferred. Class size limited to reserving is necessary. 
Oh My Gourd!!
Reserve a seat Aug 1, 2018 for either 1-3 pm or 6-8 pm Transform a plain cleaned gourd into a fun and decorative succulent planter by learning how to use leather dyes. $48 per artist. $20 non refundable deposit required/cash or check please. All materials included. Just bring your imagination! 
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TWO Fused Glass, Shells, and Driftwood Wind Chime Gatherings Thursday July 26, 2018 Afternoon: 1-4 or Evening: 6-9pm All you need is your imagination...the fused glass pieces, the shells, and the driftwood are all supplied! $58 per artist Class Size limited. $20 non refundable deposit required to hold your seat around the table. Cash/Check please. Underglazing: Pottery Plaque Workshop Thursday eve, October 4 6-8:30 pm Learn the art of underglazing and create your own personalized 6x12 clay house number or message plaque, welcome sign, or just simply a work of art of your own. Underglazing is a method of decorating pottery in which a design of your choice is hand applied to a greenware (kiln fired once) pottery plaque, which pre-drilled for easy hanging. Choose your own design, trace, or utilize stencils. The ideas are endless. You will be guided with thorough instructions so no experience is required. Upon completion, your piece will be fired, clear glazed and re-fired to protect you plaque and ensure complete durability. If there is something specific that you would like to transfer, trace, or replicate, please bring it along. All materials-greenware pottery plaque, underglazes, included. Kiln firing is done off premises. $90 per person Cash or check please. A non-refundable deposit of $40 is required to hold your plaque around the table. Class size is limited. |
Needle Felting
Saturday October 6, 2018
11-2pm
$75 per felter
$40 non-refundable deposit required. Check or cash please.
Learn the art of needle felting and create this really cute “love” filled fox.
From wool roving, you will be guided-step by step-through the process of using a felting needle to poke and transform natural sheep wool into fiber sculpture.
Class size is limited. No experience required. All materials are included. Connect with ReFind to reserve your seat around the table.
Saturday October 6, 2018
11-2pm
$75 per felter
$40 non-refundable deposit required. Check or cash please.
Learn the art of needle felting and create this really cute “love” filled fox.
From wool roving, you will be guided-step by step-through the process of using a felting needle to poke and transform natural sheep wool into fiber sculpture.
Class size is limited. No experience required. All materials are included. Connect with ReFind to reserve your seat around the table.
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Two Offerings for Glass Mosaics
October 10, 2018 either 11-2 pm OR 6-9 pm Join us as we gather around the table and create a glass mosaic panel. By learning the art of cutting glass with specific hand tools, you will be able to recreate a design from the screen or paper...all with safety as a priority. No Experience need...just an open mind and a desire to have fun!! $55. pp/all materials included-glass/tools/6x8 wood base/glue/grout...all you need to bring is a design to fit base. $20 non refundable deposit is required since there is limited seating around the table for each gathering. Cash or check please. Connect with ReFind to register. 
October 20 Water color gathering being revised...stay tuned.
Tressel Basket Making Workshop
Saturday, December 1- 10am -4pm $90 per weaver With the use of a loaned mold for forming, you will be provided with full instruction, guidance, materials and tools as you create a tressel basket approximately 8" x 2 feet long. Comfy shoes are suggested, as well as a snack or lunch for yourself. Should you decide on copper riveted oak runners to be added to the base of your basket, a $12 up charge will be applied. Class is limited. A $35 non-refundable deposit is required in order to reserve you space. Cash or check please. Thank you. 
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"The Coffee Shop" - Watercolor gathering
Saturday, October 13, 2018 Time: 9:30 - 3:30 Instructor: Rose Sinatra Cost: $78.00 per artist $38 non refundable deposit is required to hold your seat cash or check please Please read: Prior to workshop date, a copy of the image to be painted should be picked up at ReFind, along with a watercolor sheet.
Step by step demo's will include painting buildings, reflections in windows, perspective, fall colors and painting foliage. Rose Sinatra’s landscapes are a combination of realism and abstract shapes. She paints with wet into wet fluid brush strokes. Rose is known for her moody landscapes. Apple Picking Basket Workshop
Saturday October 27 10 am-3:30pm $75 per artist Weave you own apple picking basket. Beginners will create an 8 inch round basket. Intermediate weavers can choose between the 8 inch or take on the 10 inch basket. Class size is limited. $25 non-refundable deposit required to hold your space around the table. Cash or Check please. "Harvest"
Saturday November 10, 2018 11-3pm Pear Still Life Watercolor Workshop You will build skills with light as you learn how it creates shadows on a object. You will also learn the art of highlighting, reflecting light and casting shadows. In addition, you will gain a better understanding by learning how to add colors and avoid dull shadows. All material included. No experience necessary. $78 per artist $38 non refundable deposit required to hold your watercolors around the table. Class size is limited. Reserving is necessary. Cash or check please. 
Poinsettia- Holiday Watercolor Workshop Saturday December 8, 2018 11-3pm During this workshop you will master the art of how complimentary colors work with each other. This holiday watercolor will concentrate on red and green. You will begin with light tones and learn how to layer in dark tones with emphasis on painting negative shapes. All material included. No experience necessary. $78 per artist $38 non refundable deposit required to hold your watercolors around the table. Class size is limited. Reserving is necessary. Cash/check please |
2018 artists of ReFind
2017 Reflections...
YEAR ROUND WORKSHOPS
You can create your own gathering!
Materials are always on hand for:
Sea Glass Art-$25pp
create three mini works of art from found magic of the sea
Fuse Glass bowl/plate/sun cather Gathering $58pp
Create your own 6 inch fused glass bowl.
All you need is an inspirational image or two...the rest of the materials are included
Glass Mosaic Workshop-$50 pp.
transform a 6x8 wood block into a glass mosaic.
All you need is inspiration.
All materials included/4 hour class.
Mosaic Workshop-$42/48.00 an artist
Create a stepping stone or transform a plain terracotta flower pot.
If you would like, bring your own personal items to incorporate.
All materials included. Approx. time of workshop 2 hours.
Sea Chime Workshop- $38.00 an artist
All materials included. Approx. time of workshop 2-3 Hours.
Budding artist Jelly Fish Mania-$40.00 an artist
Using recycled materials, and some glitter too, artists will create a jellyfish with a bit of educational information too!
Jelly Fish Mania II...for older kids and adults- $54.00 an artist.
Jelly fish "bell" is pre-made of pottery...you wire and bead the tendrils and stingers.
Gyotaku- $70.00 an artist
Experience the art of Japanese fish printing and go home with some keepers!
All materials included.
Class sizes are limited for all workshops.
Connect to reserve a date.
Working on adding more workshops...stay tuned.
Gatherings and Experiences...so much more meaningful
Stamped Jewelry Gathering
...expressing yourself...one character at a time...
A Mixed Media Summer 2016 Art Camp
A blend of mediums...a variety of projects.
Shibori: known to be one of the oldest Indigo dying techniques in Japan.
Cloth is bound, stitched, folded, twisted, clamped and or compressed for fun and creative results!
Just bring anything white and cotton-a tee/canvas bag/pillow cases....and leave the rest up to your imagination!
Cloth is bound, stitched, folded, twisted, clamped and or compressed for fun and creative results!
Just bring anything white and cotton-a tee/canvas bag/pillow cases....and leave the rest up to your imagination!
Prayer Flags: a visual voice, symbolic of our hopes, dreams, concerns, prayers, wishes, and good thoughts blown in the wind, spreading good will and compassion, uplifting all.
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Jelly Fish Mania II. A ready made pottery "medusa" in need of your attention. With wire and beads...and patience, artists bring life to pottery in the way of tendrils and stingers! No pain inflicted from these though!!
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Jelly Fish Mania I- Recycled ocean life!! A wonderful project for your budding artist.
How does your garden grow?
A Zinnia garden that does not need watering.
Created from nature and found materials.
A Zinnia garden that does not need watering.
Created from nature and found materials.
Depending on time, some projects embraced last summer...blown India ink and water coloring, Jelly fish mania (another version from recycled materials) solar printing may be revisited. They were so fun to do...ask those who participated last year.
New Workshop Offerings!
"Art Abandonment?"
Art Sharing at it sneakiest! Create a work of art, no matter the medium or level of talent-can be anything from an inspirational message to a doodle to a painting...art is art in many forms- and leave it somewhere for an unsuspecting person to find. Whether it's at a park, shopping cart, bench, tree limb,vacation destination, local coffee shop...anywhere you want to take it and leave it. Let go of your art and let someone discover it.
$10 per artist
All materials included
Time spent is up to you!
Art Sharing at it sneakiest! Create a work of art, no matter the medium or level of talent-can be anything from an inspirational message to a doodle to a painting...art is art in many forms- and leave it somewhere for an unsuspecting person to find. Whether it's at a park, shopping cart, bench, tree limb,vacation destination, local coffee shop...anywhere you want to take it and leave it. Let go of your art and let someone discover it.
$10 per artist
All materials included
Time spent is up to you!
2016 Reflections
ReFind embraces individuality and supports a non-judgmental environment where every artist is encouraged to create at their own pace and with their own style. Below are general ideas of the possible art projects. Deviations from schedule may occur depending on abilities...flexibility is key! Please connect with ReFind to register. Any questions or concerns? Call me at 732-735-4826
Workshop Visuals
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"Won't you come into the garden? I would like my flowers to see you."
Enhance your garden path with a hand made mosaic stepping stone or flower pot. Personalize your creation with a special plate or memento. 
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"Break Away From Reality!" Stretch your creative wings by breaking away from the restrictions of a single art medium! Mixed-media workshops provide artists of all levels the chance to explore the elaborate and multidimensional world of collage by combining vintage trinkets and original flea market finds with materials like canvas, shadow boxes, paper, fabric, paint, free-hand drawing, and more — in new and unlikely ways. Bring a favorite quote / personal image and build a unique vignette around it. Class size limited. Connect and reserve your place. |
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"Serenade your mind....and your outdoor space."
Bring the gifts of the sea together by creating your own sea chime. |
"Jellyfish Mania"
Recycled materials come alive...or at least seem to, when artists create a jellyfish!
Comes with a bit of knowledgeable facts about them too.
"Shoreline Collage"... walks along the beach don't have to be just a memory.
Seeking something to do on a rainy day?
How about a budding artist birthday party?
The possibilities are endless....Contact ReFind!
ReFind's "Budding Artist" (ages 6-12) workshops provide the highest quality art and design for kids. Every child is creative and artistic in their own way and my goal is to bring out their talents and nurture their love for art with fun and different classes that revolve around discovering, sharing, creating, and laughter.
Since there are other activities held it is important that those who are picking up young artists do so in a timely manner. This allows time for clean up and preparation. ReFind is understanding, as situations do arise, however, your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
For more information, please call 732-735-4826 or email me with inquires.
Since there are other activities held it is important that those who are picking up young artists do so in a timely manner. This allows time for clean up and preparation. ReFind is understanding, as situations do arise, however, your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
For more information, please call 732-735-4826 or email me with inquires.
Gatherings and Journeys
Shibori
Indigo tie dye...each one created is one of a kind.
Prayer Flags
Express yourself with recycled materials, inspiration, reflection and basic hand stitching.
Memories and Journeys -2016
Winter Pottery semester 2016
Winter Solstice 2015
MIxed Media on Canvas Workshop June 2015
Mosaic Flower Pot Workshop May 2015
Mixed Media Assemblage on Canvas April 2015
Mixed Media Assemblage on Canvas March 2015
A cherished quote or image is brought to life from the visual interpretation created from an abundance of materials in collage format.
Mosaic Flower Pot Workshop March 2015
Sea Chime Workshop February 2015
Sea Chime Workshop January 2015
Mosaic Stepping Stone workshop November 2014
STUDENT ARTIST'S GALLERY
