PENNY PEONY PAINTS THE WAY: GHOST PAINTING (A Library Renovation Fundraiser)

SUN OCT 6 at 1:30-3:30 PM | REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Local artist Katie Lang is a lifelong library lover! Her wise mother made visiting the local library a mainstay of Katie’s childhood, and Katie is continuing the happy tradition with her children in Ripon. Seeing the potential for the library’s renovation plans to transform the entire library campus into a tourism-worthy destination, Katie is inspired to use her artistic skills to help bring the dream to fruition!

Owner and creator of Penny Peony Designs, Katie is offering this seasonal guided painting classes for $30 per project. Proceeds beyond the cost of materials will support the library’s renovation fund. Through Katie’s kind, humorous, and expert guidance, the experience and finished projects will be treasured for years!

Sunday, October 6 from 1:30-3:30 PM: Friendly Floral Ghost | Ages 5 to adult (with ages 5-12 accompanied by an adult) 

Join us for this “Friendly Floral Ghost” guided painting and collage workshop. Using an 8×10 inch canvas board, acrylic paint, floral magazine cutouts, decoupage supplies, and your intuitive flair, craft a fall-themed, slightly spooky masterpiece! During the session, participants enjoy step-by-step guidance in painting a ghost and floral patterns, as well as incorporating printed flowers using decoupage. Participants will use acrylic paint, paint brushes, scissors, decoupage glue, and possibly a dab of hot glue. This project is designed for individuals aged five to adult with adult supervision being necessary for children aged 5-12 years. Accompanying adults need not pay separately; the fee is per project.

Scan the QR CODE or visit pennypeonydesigns.com to register and pay for the class.

GREAT NEWS! A second class in November offers a winter themed-project.

Saturday, November 16 from 10 AM to NOON: Paint a trio of wintry ornaments! | Ages 13 years-Adult

During this multimedia, instructor-led painting class, artist Katie Lang guides participants in creating three unique ornaments; a Christmas tree, snowman, and beautiful poinsettia. Each ornament’s base is a wood block which is first covered with holiday-themed paper using decoupage glue. Next, Kaite superbly guides all skill levels through the step-by-step painting process of each design. This project uses acrylic paint, paint brushes, scissors, and decoupage glue and is geared for ages 13 to adult.

Please register and pay via the Penny Peony Designs website. 

More information regarding the library’s capital campaign and renovation goals, including detailed design renderings, can be found on the library website by searching “renovation.” 

Additional donations to the Ripon Library Renovation Fund can be made online via the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation website by searching for the “Ripon Public Library Renovation Fund.”