Currently maximizing the value of domestic collections of paper and wool. The focus of this studio is to upcycle materials that are part of community collections and domestic collections. These items are found in most homes, rec centres other gathering spaces. The collection at the studio is a shared collection for those who become volunteers. Volunteers get to use a space as well being present to
visitors. Visiting is on Sundays from 10 to 5. Volunteers are expected to sweep, sort and select materials to present to others and to workshops. The workshops follow certain principles:
1) use what you have
2: Share what you have
3: take care of what you have…
4) Learn from what you have through experiments following the founding elements of art and the art practices of least destructive materials. Phoenix Postal Paper Program
(Free paper for workshops and events)
Cards, folders, books and boards. Fibre Art
Focus on Natural Materials
Utilitarian outcomes (paint, pot, plant collection)
Repairs (textiles)
First Aide Kits
Hats
Brooms
Wreathes
Birdhouse Planters
Seed share
Collecting household paint, construction materials scavenging localized materials collected by community.
