LETTER LOVE 101: CLASS HANDBOOK:

***please print for reference*** 1) CONTACT ME

If you need assistance with anything during this class please email me first. Please do not post on the Facebook group. I am here to help and teach you and will always respond within 24-36 hours of email receipt. JOANNE SHARPE INSTRUCTOR EMAIL: jzsharpe@yahoo.com
joanne sharpe 2012

***IF YOU LOSE YOUR CLASS ACCESS AT ANY TIME FOLLOW THIS PROCEDURE FIRST***
You are always in the class with your Google ID, and have accepted the invitation, so you have to get in manually if you didnt save it to your computer. It's pretty simple to get in and out of the class blog using Google ID. Use this procedure to also put the class on multiple devices. You are in THIS GROUP(do not click this link, type it): http://letterlove101-18.blogspot.com (or the blog address, that appears in your browser, such as letterlove10119, letterlove101-20, etc., as there are several numbered class groups) All you do is TYPE THE LINK EXACTLY(do not click the link, type it.) in that address into your browser and it takes you to a prompt that asks for your Google ID and password. Type that in and it takes you into the classroom every time. But save the site on your computer and you don't have to contact me each time you need to get in. :-)

2) SUPPLIES AND TOOLS

SUPPLIES for LETTERING and ART JOURNALING:
I am committed to providing you with an exceptional experience loaded with tips, techniques and information I have gathered over the years as an artist and teacher. These are all the things that I wish I could have learned in one place, lucky you!

These are all the supplies I use in my own artwork and what I will use for this course. You are not obligated to own all these supplies, these are personal preferences for my artwork. Use what you have and pursue the lessons and techniques at your own pace. If you cannot obtain the specific supplies where you live, use your best judgment to get something comparable. You can find these items at your favorite art supply store, or refer to the "Favorite Vendors" list below. I have also listed a vendo reference code with for items that are a little more challenging to find. DB= Dick Blick EH= Ellen Hutson GP= Goulet Pen Company JP= Jet Pens BLICK U: Class supply list on Blick website has MANY of the items that i am using in class. 1. Click BLICK U links in blog left sidebar 2. CLICK State=Online Schools 3. SCHOOL NAME= Joanne Sharpe Art ***NOTE: This BLICK U supply list features the items that i use, and SUGGESTS what you will need for class. The item list is long, as i listed several options for a product if something i recommended is not in stock. Use it as a reference (and purchase from your own favorite retailers) or shop directly from the list links. By no means do you need every single item that i listed, but thought this system would be helpful to you. Happy shopping!

SUPPLY LIST: PAPER AND JOURNALS:

composition book journal 5.5 x 8 Strathmore Visual Journal Mixed Media(DB) Strathmore 300 series Bristol paper 9 x12(DB) Graph paper Watercolor paper pad 9x12 (DB) Scrapbook papers and recycled art copies

black cardstock paper

PENS:
Micron, Pitt and Sharpie, and other pens- black fine and extra fine tips (DB) Assorted pens from your stash- make use of every pen you have in fine, medium, broad tips Sakura gel pens, sparkle, glaze (JP) Uniball Signo UM 153 pen- white (JP) Fountain pens and fountain pen ink (GPC) (*wait for Lesson 12 to order) Parallel pen (GPC) (*wait for Lesson 12 to order) mechanical pencil

MARKERS:

Copic markers- Sketch and Original markers-black and colors (DB) Copic reinker-black (DB) Tombow markers- assorted colors (DB) Zig Writer Platinum or Copic Warm W-1 or W-2 (DB)

PAINTS:

Watercolor paints in tray/pan OR Peerless watercolors Waterbrush- Niji or Sakura (medium tip) (DB) Paintbrushes (whatever you have OR Claudine Hellmuth "Studio Artist Brushes set from Ranger is a good choice) (EH) White gesso

INKS:
Bottle of black india ink Distress Inks-3-5 colors (Tim Holtz Ranger) (EH) Distress reinkers or color wash 3-5 colors (Ranger) (EH) OR Liquid watercolors (Dick Blick) Spray mists sparkle: Radiant Rain-Egyptian gold (Luminarte), OR (Tattered Angels) or Ranger Perfect Pearls mists (EH)

OTHER SUPPLIES/ TOOLS:

Decorative duck tape Washi tape- assorted colors and patterns (Etsy.com) 2-3 Pan Pastels in your favorite colors (DB) rubber brayer Stencils and masks-assorted texture items (EH) Glue sticks Beacon 3 in 1 Adhesive or comparable 6 small spray bottles- for water and spray inks (beauty supply stores) compass scissors white eraser

3) FAVORITE VENDORS
THESE ARE MY FAVORITE RESOURCES FOR ART MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES: Everything i use in my artwork and journaling can be found at these retailers. I am confident to share these establishments where i always get the best priceswith the best service.

DICK BLICK-dickblick.com: journals, paper,pens, Copics, paints ELLEN HUTSON-ellenhutson.com: Ellen has Ranger products, inks, reinkers, stencils, decorative paper, etc. FINE ART STORE.COM-fineartstore.com: this is my local Rochester Art Supply store that has an amazing, huge online store with thousands of popular and high quality art supplies. GOULET PEN COMPANY: gouletpens.com- my favorite place for fine writing materials, fountain pens, ink and upscale journals JET PENS:jetpens.com- my absolute favorite pen place for Signo white pens, Sakura gel and glitter pens, microns, etc. BIG BOX- i do find assorted paper crafting and student grade supplies at Michaels, JoAnn's, Hobby Lobby, A.C. Moore,

4) CLASS ETIQUETTE
1. Fun Rules! Be open to learning new things, or seeing things you already know in a different light. 2. Take your time, no need to rush through every lesson. Allow yourself to enjoy this experience over and over again. You "bought the book" meaning the class is open forever, for you to reference. 3. Be positive always! Share your thoughts, ideas, in our private Facebook group and your photos in the Flickr group. Please know that you might have to register (Facebook Flickr, Google) to log into those services as well. 4. If you are unhappy or struggling with something, please contact me first to address your concerns, and allow 24-36 hours for me to respond. EMAIL: jzsharpe@yahoo.com 5. Share your creative victories and encourage others when you can and "just be" artfully happy! In an effort to begin establishing an industry standard, i am also including this piece with permission,by my friend and colleague Pam Carriker. I think she perfectly addresses the online education genre in her book "Art at the Speed of Life" : Choose a class from an artist whose work you are drawn to. Read the class description, check out the supply list, ask other attendees for feedback, and if you have questions, don't hesitate to ask. Go into the class with an open mind, intending to learn the techniques and apply them to your own work. Classes aren't usually a paint-by-number deal; they're for gaining new tools to implement in your own creative way. A class is a jumping-off point, not the end of the road. Every teacher has their own style. Not every class will be a fit for every participant. If you find a teacher's style isn't right for you, find a different teacher for your next experience. Be courteous. Just because there is no face-to-face interaction, what you say and do does affect other people. Negativity hampers creativity. If you have a problem, direct it to the teacher first. Everyone comes to class with the intent to learn and have fun so its important not to ruin that for others.

 Sharing is a big part of the community that an online class creates. Seeing what everyone creates with the lessons given is inspiring. But to be fair to the teacher, who must work hard to prepare a class and teach it, don't share your lessons with friends who haven't paid for the class.

5) COPYRIGHT
REFUND POLICY: No refunds are given once you have been given access to the classroom, and class blog address. Upon access you are viewing exclusive, confidential information that is available only to paid members. The techniques, projects and training in this class are for your personal artwork and creative growth. You are welcome to develop your own style, sell your work, and post on your blog. Please do not teach my proprietary information in class online, in person, or by written article, as all my materials are not for commercial reproduction, resale or redistribution.
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