One man's trash is another man's treasure. Katy teaches students to make their own paper treasures from found and recycled objects.
Students learn about the science and history of papermaking as they process fibers into pulp and create wet-on-wet collages.
Katy DeMent
Katy DeMent is "The Paper Lady," so named by Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles.
Ms. DeMent has been making her living as a full-time papermaker and teacher for over 20 years. Her work is found in galleries and museums worldwide and has been featured on HGTV's "Crafters Coast to Coast".
DeMent was an Art major at Georgia State University but is self-taught in papermaking, welding, sewing and other crafts. With a background in art history and textiles, Katy has been studying papermaking in depth for more than 10 years.
She is well-known for her mixed media creations, which are exhibited throughout Atlanta at Eclectic Electric, Raiford Gallery, Back to Square One and Urban Gardener.
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Grade Level:
K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Program Type:
Residency
Audience Limit:
30
Duration:
5 Days
Cost:
5 Day Residency: $1700
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