{"product_id":"hello-gorgeous-black-cockatoo-collage-workshop","title":"'Hello Gorgeous' Black Cockatoo Collage Workshop.","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eBlack Cockatoo Workshop\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCut. Create. Conserve.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNext dates: Sunday October 25th, held in Margaret River @ Toot Studio. 12.30 - 3pm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEver looked at a piece of art and thought, \u003cem\u003eI could never do that?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink again!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin Fi  for a, hands-on collage workshop inspired by Western Australia's magnificent Red-tailed Black Cockatoo. Using hand-painted papers, simple shapes and a few clever techniques, you'll build your own striking cockatoo artwork—then frame it and take it home, ready to hang.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo drawing skills. No art experience. No pressure to get it perfect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust colour, paper, a little creative play and Fi guiding you through the process, step by step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour finished artwork is guaranteed to be uniquely yours.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWHAT YOU'LL DO\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver 2.5 hours, you'll discover how to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild an image using hand-painted and cut-paper collage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlay with colour, shape, layering and composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse simple techniques and specially prepared materials to create a striking image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDevelop your own creative expression within a guided project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn your finished collage into a framed artwork, ready to hang at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFi prepares the painted papers and some of the trickier elements in advance, so you can spend less time on preparation and more time enjoying the making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll also get a glimpse into Fi's own collage practice and discover ways to use the process in your future creative adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery participant works on the same project, but no two finished artworks are alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWHO IS THIS FOR?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEspecially lovely for beginners!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis workshop is perfect if you've always wanted to try making art but aren't sure where to start. It's also a great way for experienced makers to explore collage, loosen up and experiment with a different process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCome on your own and meet other Cockatoo lovers, or make it an outing with friends, sisters, family or your favourite creative crew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany participants arrive convinced they have no artistic ability. 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She uses cut and painted paper to break subjects down into shapes, explore colour and reconstruct them in her own distinctive way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this workshop, she shares that process in a way that's accessible, playful and achievable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe preparation is done for you where needed, the steps are broken down, and Fi is on hand to help whenever you need it. You'll have room to make your own choices while knowing you have support along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou don't need to arrive with an idea, a plan or confidence in your creative abilities. Curiosity is plenty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWHAT PARTICIPANTS SAY\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“I'm giving Fi top marks for this—I can't believe what she manages to get us all to achieve. No fuss, no stress, everything was taken care of and Fi was there to guide you every step of the way. She's a great artist and a great teacher. 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