A narrative collage workshop

Immerse yourself in a calming, creative workshop where scraps become stories and everyday moments are transformed into meaningful works of art.

STORIES IN SCRAPS

Save Your Seat $67

Gather fragments of paper and memory, layering them into a collage that quietly tells your story.

Our creativity is a gift that helps us pause, notice beauty, and bring a sense of calm into our everyday lives. When we make space for creating—even in the simplest ways—it can offer rest, meaning, and renewal.

In this 2-hour workshop, you’ll be guided through the process of layering paper, text, and watercolor into collages that tell your story. You’ll learn gentle, approachable techniques for narrative collage, and discover how even the smallest scraps can be transformed into something meaningful.

By the end, you’ll leave with a finished piece that captures a memory or moment uniquely yours, and with a simple, restorative practice you can return to again and again.

Stories in scraps

Create meaningful art from the fragments of everyday life.

  • Discover how to layer paper, text, and watercolor into collages that capture your memories and favorite moments.

  • Learn approachable techniques for storytelling through collage—perfect for beginners and refreshing for seasoned makers. No prior art experience needed!

  • Enjoy creating alongside a supportive, faith-rooted community, with gentle guidance that helps you slow down and connect with your creativity.

By the end of Stories in Scraps, you’ll have created a collage that tells your own story—woven from paper, text, and watercolor—and discovered the simple joy of making art that brings rest, reflection, and beauty into your everyday life.

Save Your Seat $67

YOUR HOST

Meet Gabi

I’m a multi-disciplinary, natural media artist who works with watercolor, mixed media, textiles, clay and collage to explore the connection between creativity, faith, and rest. My art practice is deeply influenced by the textures and colors of nature, the landscapes of my part-time home in Provence, and a desire to create with materials that feel rooted and true.

Collage, in particular, holds a special place in my work. There’s something profoundly meaningful about gathering scraps—fragments of paper, bits of text, pieces of color—and layering them into something whole. For me, it mirrors the way we hold stories in our lives: scattered moments, ordinary details, even broken pieces, woven together into something beautiful and worth remembering.

In Stories in Scraps, I’ll guide you through this gentle process of storytelling through collage, helping you discover how the simplest materials can carry memory, meaning, and rest. My hope is that you’ll leave not only with a finished piece of art, but with a way of making that feels restorative and deeply personal—something you can return to again and again.

~Gabi

A FEW BONUSES

  • Handmade Sketchbook Tutorial

    In this bonus workshop, learn to bind together pages you can fill with your reflections, special moments, and quotes that inspire you, turning the pieces you’ve collected into a visual story you can revisit over and over.

  • Beneath-the-layers Voice Note

    Step into the studio with me, and I’ll share the heart behind Stories in Scraps. It’s like a gentle conversation over tea, meant to encourage you as you gather your own fragments of beauty and joy.

  • The Makers: A CONNECTED COMMUNITY

    Step into a warm circle of fellow creatives who understand the joy—and the vulnerability—of making art. Gain access to our private community space where you can share your work, celebrate small victories, and ask questions along the way.

  • Thank you, Gabi, and all the women who shared their stories. I was so touched by you all and really enjoyed painting with everyone. I have never done this before and I learned so much.

    —Judy E.

  • Gabi set the stage with calmness, thoughtfulness, and love! It was like a therapy session while producing art!

    —Kathi T.

  • I was so impressed by the community and the wealth of ideas, stories, and resources cited that I wanted to paint each session and then on the back of that sheet jot down all the suggestions.

    —Kathleen S.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Not at all! This workshop is designed to be gentle and approachable. Whether you’re brand new to collage or you’ve been creating for years, you’ll find guidance and inspiration to make something meaningful.

  • Yes—gently and inclusively. Scripture, reflection, and creative prompts are woven together to create space for spiritual connection, without pressure or dogma.

  • You’ll receive a simple supply list after registering. Most materials are items you likely already have at home—paper scraps, scissors, glue, and optional watercolor or text fragments.

  • Not at all. The heart of this workshop is slow, steady restoration. You’ll be invited to pause, notice, and create at a pace that feels kind and doable.

  • Have questions about the workshop? Can’t find your confirmation email? Reach out to the team at connect@gabibrownart.com and we’re happy to help.

A GENTLE INVITATION

Find creative rest in this 2-hour collage workshop.

Layer paper, text, and watercolor to capture your everyday stories.

Save Your Seat $67