Senior Art: Doodle Art
Date: Tuesdays, July 7, 14, 21, 28
Time: 1:00pm-3:00pm
Place: Room 18
Instructor: Cathy Marquard

Scratchboard Art

Scratchboard art, also known as scraperboard or scratch art, is a subtractive drawing technique in which an artist uses sharp, abrasive tools to scratch away a thin layer of dark ink to reveal a lighter layer.

In this class students will make their own scratch-board by using crayons to create a color base on mixed media paper. Next a mixture of acrylic paint and dish soap will be painted over the crayon design. Texture tools such as X-Acto knives, fine needles, or even household items like skewers or toothpicks are used to make controlled scratches. The width of the scratches reveals more or less color of the base. More removal creates colorful areas, while less removal leaves less color visible.

Short Bio

Beginning with a third-grade introduction to embroidery, Cathy Marquard developed a lifelong passion for fiber arts that has grown to encompass weaving, spinning, knitting, felting, silk painting, embroidery, embellishment, and numerous other textile techniques. Throughout a distinguished 46-year career as a Licensed Practical Nurse, healthcare professional, and business owner, Cathy remained deeply committed to Montana's fiber arts community through leadership, education, and volunteer service. She has exhibited her work in numerous galleries and regional shows across Montana. As an instructor, Cathy has taught at regional fiber arts conferences, festivals, fairs, and community education programs, sharing her expertise and encouraging others to discover the creativity and craftsmanship of fiber arts. Her dedication to preserving traditional techniques while inspiring new generations of fiber artists reflects a lifelong commitment to artistic excellence, education, and community engagement.

Senior Art: Scratchboard Art