Senior Art: Felted and Embellished Vessels
Date: Tuesdays, Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Time: 1:00pm-3:00pm
Place: Room 18
Instructor: Cathy Marquard

Description:

Explore the creative possibilities of wool fiber in this hands-on felting workshop. Participants will learn the basics of wet felting to transform loose wool fibers into a unique, seamless hollow vessel or bowl. Using a plastic resist, students will layer and shape wool while applying moisture and friction to create a strong, sculptural textile form.

Once the vessel has been felted, participants will personalize their creations through embellishment. Buttons, feathers, yarn, beads, and other decorative materials can be incorporated to add color, texture, dimension, and individual character.

No previous experience required!

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.