Elegance Unleashed: Beaded Color Block Earrings with Lys Santamaria
Date: Saturday, February 10th
Time: 2pm -5pm
Class Description: Embark on a journey of creativity and style with our "Elegance Unleashed" workshop, where you'll discover the art of crafting stunning color block style earrings using the unique Japanese delica glass beads. Tailored for both beginner and intermediate crafters, this delightful experience promises to be as fun as it is elegant.
Topics Covered: Beginning with an introduction to the unique qualities of delica glass beads and the charm of color block earrings, attendees will delve into hands-on sessions, learning essential beading techniques and developing precision with specialized bead needles. The workshop emphasizes the therapeutic aspects of beading, encouraging patience and a meditative approach to crafting. Personalization is key as participants add their unique touches, culminating in a celebratory showcase of their one-of-a-kind creations. Join us for an afternoon of fun, elegance, and the joy of crafting beautiful memories.
Materials Needed: Participants are encouraged to bring personal glasses or magnifiers if needed for close-up work. A notebook and pen will be handy for jotting down tips and sketching design ideas. Bringing creative inspiration, such as personal design ideas, is always encouraged. Although a range of colors will be provided, feel free to bring your own beads if you have a very specific color or design in mind. Enthusiasm, patience, and any questions or curiosities about beading are also welcome.
Materials Provided by Instructor: For our "Elegance Unleashed" workshop, we'll provide participants with a curated selection of materials, including assorted delica beads, earring findings, fine beading needles and thread, small scissors, a beading mat, sample earrings for inspiration, and complementary refreshments to ensure a delightful and well-equipped crafting experience.
Ages Welcome: Ages 15+ are welcome
Cost*: $75
Location:
ArtUs Co. 10000 Research Blvd. Suite 141, Austin, TX 78759
Park near Five Guys Burgers, follow stairs down past Amy’s Ice Cream and Hanara Sushi. ArtUs Co. is the last door on the left.
*Cancellations within 48 hours of the start of class time will be refunded in full, minus the cost of instructor provided materials.
Meet the Instructor: ArtUs Co. Resident Artist, Lys Santamaria
Lys Santamaria is a Contemporary Bead and Mosaic Artist celebrated for her meticulous craftsmanship, transforming tiny beads and glass into vibrant jewelry, sculptures, and public art. Her art is a vehicle for sharing her unique voice as a Latina, woman, and immigrant, offering viewers a reflection of their own experiences and, hopefully, solace to those who share her experiences. Lys aims to foster connections, evoke joy, and provoke contemplation through her creations, crafting narratives that resonate with shared emotions and contributing to a more inclusive, loving, and interconnected world.
Santamaria's work has been featured on Good Morning America, a LegalZoom commercial, Austin Monthly, and on the front page of The Statesman newspaper. Her work has been exhibited at the Austin Bergstrom International Airport, sold at the Smithsonian Museum of the American Latino, and is part of the permanent collection at the Mexic-Arte Museum. She has completed two major public art projects and was recently commissioned by the City of Austin for a permanent public art project due to be unveiled at Barton Springs in late 2025.