Watercolor, Bookmaking
and
Look! It Has Pockets!
This course starts with creating botanical watercolor focal points. Leaves, flowers, vines, weeds, and all sorts of backgound and collage papers.
Then, we put together an easy to assemble ring-bound book unlike other wobbly ring books. You'll be able to add your own artwork to the cover and customize your book to fit your needs.
And then the pockets! I'll show you how to create and fill pockets so your book becomes an inspiring place to begin creating all over again.
Join me on the most exciting course I've ever created!
Hi, I'm Tiffany Sharpe
I enjoy working with watercolor, mixed media, and creating unique handmade books. I’m a former chemistry teacher turned artist. Although not formally trained in art, I enjoy learning through experimentation and play. I hope to encourage others to let go of perfectionism and embrace a stress-free creative practice of their own. After much traveling, I’ve come to call Minnesota my home, where I live with my husband, two children, cat, and puppy. When I’m not painting or digging in my garden, you can find me out in nature.
Watercolor Botanicals
I love to include watercolor to everything. They make beautiful focal points, fun page accents, soft backgrounds, unique collage papers, and amazing cover art!
I'll show you how to create fun and loose watercolors and with my step-by-step instructions, yours will turn out amazing!
Pockets for Everything
Pockets are a must in my books. I use them to tuck away special keepsakes, vintage collectables, and art from previous classes. I also love the functionality and versatility of them.
What if the pockets in this book contained all that you needed to work on some more pages of this book? That would keep me inspired every time I opened this book!
A Ring-bound Design
Rings make book creating so adaptable and easy. I love being able to add more pages and keep growing my journals. I also love being able to remove a page to work on and even put through my sewing machine.
Don't like the wiggle of traditional rings? Don't worry, I've got a secret that takes card of that so the ring construction can be as sturdy as any book binding method with no sewing!
Course Structure
Upon registration, you'll receive immediate access to the Welcome and Supplies videos and printable part of the course. Class will begin on Sunday, March 9, 2025 and run for 3 weeks. On Saturdays following each week, I'll be available on Zoom to answer any questions.
Week 1: Petals and Pages
March 9, 2025: the first set of lesson will be released. The main focus of week 1 will be watercolor. Zoom will be on March 15th.
Week 2: Covers and Rings
On March 16, 2025, the second set of lessons will be released and the focus will be on creating the book covers and adding the rings. There's also a bonus on painting canvas bags. Zoom will be on March 22nd.
Week3: Pockets and Tags
One March 23, 2025, the third and final set of lessons will be released. The focus will be creating all types of pockets and all the fun things to fill the pockets. Zoom will be on March 29th.
FAQ
Q: When will the course begin?
A: The course will begin on March 9, 2025. Each week, for 3 weeks, a new set of lessons will be released.
Q: How long will I have access to the course?
A: You'll have lifetime access to this course.
Q: Will there be a live Zoom to ask questions and share our work?
A: Yes! On Saturdays following each week, there will be a Zoom where you can chat with others, share your work, and ask questions live.
Q: What if I can't attend the live Zoom?
A: The Zoom gatherings will be recorded and added to the classroom.
Q: Will there be an online community?
A: yes, there will be a private Facebook group.
Q: What if I enroll in he course after it starts?
A: You can enroll at any time, you'll have access to everything that's been released right away.
Q: Will I need a sewing machine?
A: no, I'll show you how to create everything without one.
Q: Do I need to know how to watercolor already?
A: No, this is a beginner friendly course. I'll show you an easy way to create beautiful watercolor art!
Q: What supplies do I need?
A: You'll receive a complete supply list immediately upon registration
Q: Will I receive a refund if I don't like the course?
A: No refunds will be given once you enroll in the course. Please ask questions prior to purchasing. All photos show work that will be taught in the course.
