Create a male, female (or both) cardinal (North Carolina's state bird) out of cut paper. Learn how to cut feathers and foliage.

If you want to create a different bird, please email instructor the photo in advance. (See studio contact info). Thank you!

Goals: -Have fun. -Learn basic analog (cut by hand) paper collage techniques. -Learn how to transfer a photo onto a surface. -Basic cutting and gluing, building layers to create depth. -Complete the foundation of building a portrait of your feathered friend.

Materials Provided: -Practice boards and panels will be provided. -I will also provide a wide selection of papers and gel medium, some scissors, paper towels, finger cots.

You will bring: - Any extra colorful papers, magazines, etc. that have a variety of colors and textures. - Apron or clothes you do mind getting a little glue on. Don't forget to bring a beverage and snack.

This can be a serious portrait or something whimsical and silly. If you think you “can’t draw”, I’ll teach you a way to “cheat” to get the image down. Everyone can do this! Don’t be intimidated. It’s all about learning, experimenting, community and having fun!

Register online at https://www.tracksidestudios.com/classes