• MOONCHILD Collage: A Celestial Journey into the Soul

    Collage is the art of reinvention, it allows your mind to relax and play. This magical and tactile process invites you to collect, experiment, combine and transform. Take a mystical journey to the moon and beyond as Dee Gray offers guidance to help you cut and paste your way to creating your own unique artwork.

    Within this workshop you will explore the therapeutic process of collecting, playing with composition and collaging. You will personalize your creation with a meaningful word or stencil of the constellation to match your birth date zodiac. You will select and adorn your collage with lovingly altered imagery, stencils and meaningful words to create a surreal piece, inspired by astronomy and space.

    Stretch your artistic imagination...the only limit is your imagination. No matter what imagery or words you choose, your collage will be a completely one-of-a-kind creation. Register before September 19th and Dee will create a custom word banner just for you!* There will be additional word banners for those who sign up after that deadline.

    We will provide a 16x20'' gesso board, hanging hardware, stencils, most paints and imagery.

    MOONCHILD Collage: A Celestial Journey into the Soul
  • ALTERED MESSAGE TINS

    Words carry tremendous power. When you start speaking positive words to yourself, your life can be transformed into a new and infinitely better pattern. In this workshop you will combine your creativity along with relevant words into a significant work of art that resonates with you.

    Utilizing polymer clay, metal embellishments and your selection of a valuable word, the exterior of the tin awaits your artistic touch and personal message. On the inside an accordion folded card stock book is included for your favorite affirmations, positive declarations and trinkets that best compliment your chosen artistic theme. You will make two Altered Message Tins measuring 3/4 x 2 ¼ x 7/8 inches.

    ALTERED MESSAGE TINS
  • SHINE-Sun and Moon Painting Workshop

    SHINE-Sun and Moon Painting Workshop
  • “To the Moon and Back” Mixed Media Assemblage

    Assemblage, a dimensional version of collage that uses collected and repurposed objects to form a cohesive creation will capture your imagination with its depths, layers and vital skills.

    Dee Gray will introduce you to an exploration of techniques including painting, layering, stenciling, and distressing of this unique, vintage style creation, measuring 14'' tall. We will discuss design aspects which include embellishing with faceted glass beads, German glitter glass, tin light reflectors, clay and wood objects. You will also learn to determine the best adhesive choices for different substrates. Those invaluable skills can be used in any and all aspects of your creative artistic expressions, giving your work a sense of value and meaning. Dee will also provide a variety of word banners for you to select from such as: “I love you to the moon and back”, “SWEET DREAMS”, “SHOOT FOR THE MOON” and “SHINE ON”.

    “To the Moon and Back” Mixed Media Assemblage
  • My July Workshops

    Altered Tins, Self-Empowerment Collage and Healing House workshops by Dee Gray
    Please note that I design all promotional graphics for my workshops.

    My July Workshops
  • “Self-Empowerment” Collage Workshop

    This workshop is based on the premise that our thoughts and beliefs create the conditions of our life. To bring about changes in those beliefs and any subsequent changes in our life requires that we first become aware of, and then have an understanding of, the actions needed to bring about changes associated to those beliefs.

    Most beliefs are learned behavior and they most often reside in the subconscious. We are usually made aware of them when they manifest in our life through experience, both good and bad. Although it can be enlightening or discouraging, it need not ever be in vain. Tapping into that self awareness, provoking new avenues of thought through visual association and creative expression can be an incredibly effective way to provoke change. We hope this Self-Empowerment collage workshop becomes an avenue for you to consciously create more of what you desire in your life.

    “Self-Empowerment” Collage Workshop
  • Healing House Assemblage

    Explore the art of assemblage, along with advanced techniques of layering, distressing and stenciling while experimenting with multiple color palettes, and the addition of words, chosen by you, that speak to your soul. A wonderful free-standing work of art will be yours to enjoy as a testament to your spirit and creativity and will serve as a visual inspiration to anyone with whom you chose to share.

    Healing House Assemblage
  • Self Discovery Journal Workshop

    Dee Gray invites you to journey into the art of self-expression. This self-reflective journal will provide a place to record your thoughts and inspiration through words and art with color and imagery that appeals to you.

    As Dee guides you page by page with inspiring prompts, you will create your own personalized journal by combining hand sewing, fabric, image transfers, paint, stamping and embellishments to serve as your guide to living a more authentic life. She will provide image reference, transfers, page layouts, templates as well as other lovelies to assist you with creating your individual touch.

    Self Discovery Journal Workshop
  • LOVE Banners

    LOVE Banners

Creative Workshops

Dee Gray's Creative Workshops inspires artistic communities with the creative energy of a trio of artists delivering closely-guided workshops for all ages and artistic abilities. They have taught workshops at various host sites in throughout Maryland and Virginia. By nurturing and mentoring each student artist to explore hidden talents or rejuvenate a quieted artful soul, Dee empowers self-confidence. Free from inhibitions, there are no limits to the creativity that can flourish in such a fun, social atmosphere.

Given the positive feedback, personal growth and repeat attendance of participants, Dee can attest to the success of its creative art workshops over the past 10 years. Whether you are formally trained, self taught or just have the desire to create, our workshops provide a comfortable “atmosphere” for sharing, exchanging new ideas and enjoying the camaraderie of fellow participants.