Pet Portaits

Artist/Instructor: Sarah Salisbury

Supplies are included

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What to Bring:

An 8 x 10" black and white copy of your pet’s portrait (head and shoulders work best)
Any colorful, patterned fabric scraps you’d like to incorporate (optional materials will also be provided)
 

Bring your beloved pet to life in a whole new way! In this hands-on workshop, you'll create a unique portrait of your furry friend using colorful patterned fabrics, bold shapes, and creative layering techniques. No sewing experience needed, just bring a photo of your pet and your imagination. You'll learn how to:

Break down an image into simple shapes
Choose and combine fabric patterns and textures
Assemble your portrait using glue or basic stitching techniques

By the end of the workshop, you'll have a personalized, fabric-based portrait that captures your pet's personality and charm.

Sarah Salisbury

Sarah Salisbury is a fiber artist specializing in custom pet portraits created with fabric. She is the founder of Snuggles and Thread, a creative business where she accepts commissions to turn beloved pets into vibrant textile artworks. The idea for this workshop was born during her time at Villa Maria College, where she recently graduated with a bachelor’s degree in fine arts in Integrated Arts. Sarah is passionate about combining storytelling, texture, and color in her work and can’t wait to share this fun and meaningful process with fellow animal lovers!

For further information, please contact Kathy Gaye Shiroki at: shirokkg@buffalostate.edu