|
Hear Ye Hear Ye
ReFind will be closed from Dec 25, 2021 thru Jan 18, 2022. Please visit www.refind43.com for the winter workshops listed under the studio tab. Wishing everyone a peaceful holiday season. and sending many hugs and kisses of thanks for another wonderful year at ReFind. xoxo |
|
Hours:
Wednesday-Friday 10-5
Saturday 10-4
~Announcements~
PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL CLASS TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE
If you are interested in creating your own group gathering, don't hesitate to connect...
Deposits are either done via drop off or mail to save your seat around the table.
Checks made out to ReFind
43 Mount St.
Bay Head, NJ 08742
Thank you.
PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL CLASS TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE
If you are interested in creating your own group gathering, don't hesitate to connect...
Deposits are either done via drop off or mail to save your seat around the table.
Checks made out to ReFind
43 Mount St.
Bay Head, NJ 08742
Thank you.
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 note...Private 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 Workshops
"Early Birds" Saturday January 22, 2022 10am-2pm/class time is approx. "Thanks for the Compliments" is what you will be saying to others who comment on your oil painting! On a 10x10 canvas, you will learn how orange underpainting offsets the complimentary Blue sky and water tones. Orange and blue are opposite of each other on the color wheel and therefore compliment each other. By applying the underpainting and letting peeks of orange to pop thru your warm white clouds/sky of blue, your painting will be in perfect harmony and applauded by all! All materials included. Cost per painter $130 $65 deposit required All monies are non-transferable/non-refundable 
Carving Workshop/Salad Serving Set Saturday February 12 11-2pm Learn how to carve out your very own salad serving set…perfect for tossing just about anything including lettuce! All materials will be provided. Time is approximate. $85 per person. $40 deposit to hold your carving tools. Cash or Check preferred. Deposits are required to hold your space. All monies are non- transferrable/refundable. Cash or Check preferred. Time of class is approximate…and image is just an example.
Wave Break Pastel Workshop February 26, 2022 11-2pm/class time is approx. You will be guided through the process of how to create the movement of a wave and its crashing effect. Utilizing various colors you will be taught the underpainting process, scrumbling, layering, and techniques using a toothbrush. No experience necessary...only an interest to learn and have fun. Or, an opportunity to fine-tune your skills. I will paint with you as I provide one on one instruction. All materials supplied. Bring a smock or clothes you don't mind getting messy. All materials supplied. Bring a smock or clothes you don't mind getting messy. $130 per person Deposit $65. Cash/check please. all monies are nonrefundable/nontransferable. Duration of workshop is an estimate. 
"Make a Splash" Saturday March 12 2022 10-2pm Lets make a splash...an action filled oil painting on a 9x12 canvas. During this workshop you will apply an underpainting, learn the art of mixing colorful dark hues and tones and utilize a palette knife as a means of getting those colors on the canvas. All materials included. Cost per painter $130 $65 deposit required All monies are non-transferable/non-refundable
Fused Glass Night Light Workshop March 23 6-9 pm(time is approximate) Gather around the table and create your very own fused glass nightlight. All materials included-glass/tools/glue/grout...all you need to bring is a design to fit the provided clear base. No Experience need...just an open mind and a desire to have fun!! $45 per person $20 deposit required All monies are non-refundable/non-transferable Cash or Check preferred 
Group Mediumship
April 13 5:30pm-7pm During this group mediumship event, Medium/Intuitive Leslie Lagani will deliver healing and uplifting messages from loved ones in spirit. Come open minded in expanding your current understanding of what happens when the physical body ceases, and the spiritual body is released into the love and light. Not everyone is guaranteed a connection, but Leslie's goal is to send you onward with the hope and understanding that there is life after life. $65 per person $25 deposit required All monies are non-refundable/non-transferable Cash or Check preferred 
|
See FEB or March or April Listing below.....
Sorry/Closed/Full Group Mediumship Jan 19, 2022/5:30pm During this group mediumship event, Medium/Intuitive Leslie Lagani will deliver healing and uplifting messages from loved ones in spirit. Come open minded in expanding your current understanding of what happens when the physical body ceases, and the spiritual body is released into the love and light. Not everyone is guaranteed a connection, but Leslie's goal is to send you onward with the hope and understanding that there is life after life. $65 per person $25 deposit required All monies are non-refundable/non-transferable Cash or Check preferred 
Sorry/Closed/Full/Glass Mosaic Workshop January 26 6-9pm (time is approximate) Gather around the table to create a glass mosaic panel. All materials included-glass/tools/6x8 wood base/glue/grout...all you need to bring is a design to fit base that you can make your own! No Experience need...just an open mind and a desire to have fun!! $60 per artist Cash or check please. $30 deposit required/cash or check preferred. All monies non-refundable or transferable. No experience needed Private Art Workshop Gathering Feb 2 2022 6-9 pm 
Group Mediumship Feb 17 5:30pm-7pm During this group mediumship event, Medium/Intuitive Leslie Lagani will deliver healing and uplifting messages from loved ones in spirit. Come open minded in expanding your current understanding of what happens when the physical body ceases, and the spiritual body is released into the love and light. Not everyone is guaranteed a connection, but Leslie's goal is to send you onward with the hope and understanding that there is life after life. $65 per person $25 deposit required All monies are non-refundable/non-transferable Cash or Check preferred "You Won't rEGRET This"
Saturday Feb 19 2022 10-2pm/class time is approx. You won't regret taking this "Egret" painting class! On a 10x10 canvas, you will focus on simple drawing---no fear/no experience needed---, proportions and stance with emphasis on getting it right, how negative shapes help you see better! With a solid start, there is a better finish. No regrets! All materials included. Cost per painter $130 $65 deposit required All monies are non-transferable/non-refundable 
Weaving Workshop Friday March 4, 2022 10-4/class time is approx. Double Handle Picnic Basket The art of basket weaving! You will be guided through the process of weaving a double handle12x12x10 picnic basket. Each weaver will utilize a wooden mold as you move through the natural color weavers and stays. Staining can be done at home. Cost per weaver is $125. $60 deposit is required. Cash/check please. Please feel free to bring a snack/beverage 
Group Mediumship March 16 5:30pm-7pm During this group mediumship event, Medium/Intuitive Leslie Lagani will deliver healing and uplifting messages from loved ones in spirit. Come open minded in expanding your current understanding of what happens when the physical body ceases, and the spiritual body is released into the love and light. Not everyone is guaranteed a connection, but Leslie's goal is to send you onward with the hope and understanding that there is life after life. $65 per person $25 deposit required All monies are non-refundable/non-transferable Cash or Check preferred 
Sunrise on the Marsh Pastel Workshop April 9. 2022 11-2pm You will be guided through the process of how to create a tranquil sunrise overlooking a marsh with soft pastels. You will be taught the underpainting process, scrumbling, and different layering techniques. No experience necessary...only an interest to learn and have fun. Or, an opportunity to fine-tune your skills. I will paint with you as I provide one on one instruction. All materials supplied. Bring a smock or clothes you don't mind getting messy. $130 per person Deposit $65. Cash/check please. all monies are nonrefundable/nontransferable. Duration of workshop is an estimate.
"On Guard" Saturday April 16, 2022 10-2pm/class time is approx. There will be no reason to to be on guard with this 10x10 oil on canvas painting workshop! All lines lead to one point, a useful too for drawing and getting your angles correct. Before your brush hits the canvas, you will be guided through the process of understanding single point perspective, first....and applying that gained knowledge, second. No experience required!! and applying gained knowledge of single-point perspective before your brush hits the canvas. All materials included. Cost per painter $130 $65 deposit required All monies are non-transferable/non-refundable |
The "artists" of ReFind
mixed media/abstract expressionism
|
Wide Shank Metalsmithing
|
|
|
Stamped Jewelry Gathering
...expressing yourself...one character at a time...
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!
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!!
|
|
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.
"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!
