Wizard of Odds Online Workshop

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Wizard of Odds Online Workshop

$109.99 $139.99

CLASS STARTS June 13TH

ON DEMAND LIFETIME CLASS VIDEO ACCESS

LIVE Components from June 13th- July 26th

EARLYBIRD DISCOUNT UNTIL May 1st

The Workshop

I don’t know anyone—and I mean anyone—who wasn’t somehow influenced by The Wizard of Oz as a child. Personally, I was petrified, yet strangely drawn to those flying monkeys. And who could forget the Wicked Witch’s theme music: da-na da-na da-na naaaaa… (arguably one of the most iconic seven-note motifs in film history).

Then there’s the giant green glowing head of the Wizard with flames erupting around it… the black-and-white striped stockings of the Wicked Witch of the East curling up beneath the house… and of course, the Winkies—those green, poofy-hatted guards chanting, “O-ee-yah, e-oh-ah!” (Admittedly, as a kid, I thought they were saying, “Oreo, yum yum.”)

And for those of you who appreciate pure cinematic weirdness—nothing, I repeat, nothing—tops the Popeye-looking Munchkin Lollipop Guild dudes. (And in the name of the Lollipop Guild… they welcome you to Munchkinland.) It’s all so mesmerizing. And let’s face it: this movie is a goldmine of inspiration for the creatively inclined.

In this class, you’ll choose a character from the books or the films and, using a variety of found objects and doodads, create your own contemporary interpretation. This could be a freestanding sculpture, a shrine, or something in between—the sky’s the limit. I’ll guide you through the assemblage, sculpting, and (of course) the ever-essential painting process.

Speaking of painting… I’ll be whipping up a batch of new Oz-themed paint color washes—like Slipper Envy Green, Rusty Tin Man, Cowardly Yellow, and Bubble Glinda Pink.

Interested? All you have to do is close your eyes, click your heels three times, and say: “There’s no place like a Michael deMeng workshop… there’s no place like a Michael deMeng workshop…”

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The Art class will feature about 5 hours of pre-recorded videos.

Facebook Live Q and A sessions: 6/14, 6/21, 6/28. 7/5, 7/8, 7/12 and 7/19

On July 26nd there will be a class critique on Zoom for all those who wish to participate.

Why Join the Wizard of Odds Workshop?

   •       Unlock Your Creativity: Explore diverse artistic techniques to craft unique Oz inspired characters and scenes

   •       All Skill Levels Welcome: Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned artist, this workshop is designed for you.

Other Questions You Might Have:

  • How much does it cost? $139.99 (109.99 early-bird discount until May 1st)

  • What will happen after I sign up? I will send you a welcome letter with the access links to the Facebook Group.

  • What happens on the start date of June 13th: I will send the codes and links to get you started. You can watch all the videos at your leisure.

  • How long can I access the videos? Forever and ever. You will have to ability to download the videos right to your computer.

  • Explain the Live Components: I offer a weekly video Q and A in the Facebook Group for about 6 weeks. You can pre-post Questions or type them in during the events. On July 26 there is a ZOOM critique open to any participants who are interested. I will chat about creations and how different attendees solved art dilemmas differently.

Supply List

  • Dolls, busts, figurines -

    • We will be using these for many of the character bases and transforming them into Oz peeps

  • Variety of other found objects that might be interesting. Items like pepper grinders, costume jewelry, watch parts, gears, typewriter parts…. just about anything, really.

    • These bits will be used for adorning the base as well as the character

  • A base or a frame to build for your characters/scenes. These could be just about anything. A piece of wood or a frame or even a hubcap.

  • Aves Apoxie Clay 1lb or more (3lbs would be ideal). What you can’t find we will fabricate with this stuff. IF YOU DECIDE TO ORDER DIRECTLY FROM AVES: Use the Discount code: “DEMENG” to receive a 10% discount.

  • Paint Brushes (a couple small detail brushes, and some cheap bristle brushes (1/2 inch to 1 inch in size)

  • Wire a couple of different gauges (preferably rebar tie wire - found in the masonry dept of hardware store)

  • Basic Tools…pliers, scissors,

  • Acrylic Paint – any fine art brand will work but Kroma Acrylic paint offers a 10% discount to students. I

    1. Transparent Red Oxide

    2. Transparent Yellow Oxide

    3. Black (Carbon)

    4. Titanium White

    5. Pthalo Blue

    6. Pthalo Green

    7. Quinacridone Red

    8. Dioxazine Violet (or Diox Purple)

    9. Nickel Azo Yellow (Arylide Yellow aka Diarylide Yellow will work too)

    10. Pearlescent White and/or Iridescent Silver and/or Iridescent Gold

  • Optional Paints

    1. Cadmium Chartreuse

    2. Cobalt Teal

    3. Paynes Gray

    4. Napthol Red Light

    5. Benzi Yellow

  • Adhesives.

    1. Dap Kwik Seal for kitchen and bath -White. Should say paintable or water base acrylic or latex.

    2. E6000

    3. Wood glue

    4. PVA/White Glue

  • Cheesecloth, canvas, burlap, pantyhose and bits of fabric.

  • Optional Tools

    1. Heat gun

    2. Dremel with cut off wheel and engraving bit

    3. Drill

Ideas Character Specific Found Objects

  • Tin man- bits of metal or mechanical looking items. Bear in mind we can paint things to look like they are made of metal.

  • Scarecrow - Straw, bits of wood, burlap, pantyhose (yes, pantyhose…I’m showing a cool technique using it),

  • Lion - Toy lion head (I will also show how to make one from a human head too).

  • Flying monkey - human figurine, toy skull (I will show how to transforms this into a monkey face). Angel wings (I will also show how to make wings for balsa wood)