Registration packets mailed this week (if you attended last year you will automatically receive). The materials are also available by download (Acrobat pdf), allowing you to print and plan for your special weekend...

Join us April 17-19, 2009 for a fun weekend of paper arts, bookbinding, collage, art stamping, calligraphy, jewelry, metal working, altered books, polymer clay and more... We’re very excited to make Columbus the new site for Artiscape- our hometown! The new, beautifully renovated Holiday Inn Capital Square is our headquarters, located just steps from our studio, the lovely Topiary Garden and historic German Village. Hosting the event in our hometown will allow us to concentrate on creating the best weekend possible for you!

At our unconventional “convention”- there’s something for everyone: more than 50 workshops of all levels,
a Welcoming Gala, the wonderful Marketplace at Artiscape, an Outsider Art Fair, Sunday’s Afternoon Tea and much more! Take a full schedule of workshops or just a few and relax with a book by the lobby fireplace. Come for the weekend or just the afternoon. The goal is a fun, educational weekend among friends- old and new!

I’m very pleased to welcome you to Artiscape...


Lisa Ohmer, organizer
European Papers, Ltd.

Downloadable registration materials (pdf) are available on the Forms and Pdfs page, for a printed packet to be sent to you, please send a SASE envelope (6 x 9" best, 74˘ postage) to:

Artiscape/European Papers, Ltd.
539 E. Town St. (Carriage House)
Columbus, OH 43215

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The Marketplace at Artiscape ~ Open to the public
SATURDAY 10-6:00 ~ Artiscape vendors bring a wide array of alternative art materials including fine art rubber stamps and accessories, papers, inks, fibers, beads, books and videos. The perfect place to pick up both basic materials and unusual supplies. Take part in the special Marketplace Mania event on Saturday afternoon (12-3:00) with a scavenger hunt and giveaways!

Selected vendors include: Paula Best, 10 Seconds Studio, Altered Art Source, Sarah Hodsdon/Stamping Today, Paper & Ink Arts, Mercart, Coffee Break Design, ERA Graphics, Diane Maurer Hand Marbled Papers, Stamp Zia, Sentimental Journey and more... There’s also the European Papers Trunk Show, located at registration and open all weekend, offering a sampling of products and class supplies.

Tickets for the Marketplace at Artiscape can be purchased on-site at the event for $5.
Registered attendees; participating in workshops or those with a Weekend Pass, enter the Marketplace FREE.

Welcoming Gala Reception ~ Located in Grand Ballroom
FRIDAY 7-10:30 ~ The weekend begins with a unique party with light supper, dessert, cash bar, and Marketplace Preview. Five presenting artists will give ongoing, concurrent demonstrations of various surface design techniques. Each demo is different, just like the wonderful panel of artists we’ve selected for their skills and unique style. Their tricks and techniques will inspire you to create unusual surfaces in your artwork. More details

The Age of Innocence ~ This year’s theme!
Artiscape’s neighborhood in the Discovery District is full of Victorian mansions, ornate wrought iron and the Topiary Garden, perfect for this tale of turn-of-the-century New York society. The novel won Edith Wharton the Pulitzer Prize in 1921 (the first won by a woman) and Martin Scorcese’s lavish 1993 screen adaption won numerous awards for its wonderful art direction, production design, and costumes. Be inspired by this fun and evocative theme!

Altered Perspectives- An Artiscape Faculty Show ~ New in 2009! Throughout the weekend
You've taken their workshops, read their books, now see some of their work up close. Visit this gallery show showcasing the Artiscape instructors, located in the Columbus Center for Paper & Book Arts Gallery. You'll be amazed at the varied works this talented group create. View bound books, works on canvas, jewelry, fiber pieces, metal and more. An opening reception is part of the Early Bird Gathering at European Papers on Thursday, April 16 from 4-8 PM. Enjoy a glass of champagne at this casual gathering to kick off the weekend. CCPBA/European Papers is located at 539 E. Town, just East of the hotel. Shuttle service available from hotel or free parking surrounding.

Age of Innocence Dinner Party ~ New in 2009!
SATURDAY 7-8:30 ~ Visit with other attendees at this fun gathering with a special dinner, cocktails, silent auction and more! This “recharge your batteries” event is a perfect way to enjoy Saturday night.

Dream Raffle ~ Anyone can buy a ticket, anyone can win! Fill out a proxy slip and you don't need to be present to win.
ALL WEEKEND ~ Take a chance! An incredible collection of artist tools and supplies that every artist wishes for, now made possible with just a $1 ticket. You’ll be dreaming you're a winner...

Artiscape Studio ~ The Artiscape Studio is for registered attendees only.
ALL WEEKEND ~ A special place has been reserved for you- with work tables and places to lounge; the Artiscape Studio is yours to come play, work and visit with other attendees 24 hours a day. Located on one of the top floors of the hotel, the suite offers sweeping views of Columbus, internet connections and a flat screen TV.

Outsider Art Fair ~ This event is free & open to the public
SUNDAY 11-5:00 ~ Be inspired by beautiful creations in jewelry, paper, book arts, lampwork glass, metal and more! On Sunday, visit this boutique show of finished art- a big hit with attendees last year! Beautiful creations in jewelry, paper, book arts, mixed media, fiber and more will be on display to inspire and tempt you. Visit with the artists and purchase a handcrafted item as a memento of this special weekend. This event is free and open to the public. A preview of artists will be online prior to April. Tables and half-tables can be rented for a nominal fee. For details, download Outsider Art Fair Vendor Info (Acrobat pdf)

Unlocking Inspiration- A Collaborative Art Project
With your tickets you’ll receive a vintage skeleton key to inspire a work of art. Anything goes here- jewelry, mixed media canvas, bound books, etc. as long as a key is somehow included in your artwork. Pieces are collected Friday through Saturday noon and displayed en masse to make one large art showing, unveiled at Saturday’s dinner party. A silent auction follows to benefit programs of the Women’s Fund of Central Ohio.
Auction runs Saturday night-Sunday noon; Sunday bidding open to all

Afternoon Tea & Show of Hands ~ Located adjacent to the Outsider Art Fair
SUNDAY 4-5:00 ~ A wonderful event to end the weekend! Enjoy an afternoon tea with light snacks, desserts, coffee and teas while you visit with the Artiscape Instructors and other attendees, sharing stories from the weekend. A place will be set-up for each of the weekend’s workshops, allowing you to share your work and see what others have been doing all weekend. Projects are photographed for the website and trade prizes awarded! This event is a huge hit with attendees! More details

	WEEKEND PASS- Your ticket to the weekend's events! Price: $129.00 Quantity in Basket: none
Weekend Pass includes: • Welcoming Gala Reception with light supper, desserts and artist’s demonstrations. • Exclusive preview to the Marketplace at Artiscape on Friday night! • Entrance to Sunday’s Outsider Art Fair offering wonderful finished art pieces! • Exclusive Age of Innocence party with 4-course dinner and silent auction! • Voucher for Coffee Drink (or similar) from Cup-O-Joe for German Village field trip. • Dream Raffle Ticket take your chance to win incredible “wish-list” art products! • Drink tickets- one for each evening; sample wine, featured cocktail or sparkling cider. • Show of Hands- share with other artists and see all the weekend’s workshops. • Afternoon Tea on Sunday afternoon with light snacks and refreshments! Exclusive to Weekend Pass holders- Saturday’s Age of Innocence Dinner Party and a special Artiscape Keepsake to treasure and remember the weekend! Limited number of tickets sold. Gift Certificates are available.