Mixed Media Magic
About
I am Shannon Marie and I make Mixed Media Magic!
Paper scraps, old hardware, wood and discards of all kinds are transformed into whimsical characters, prints, cards, coasters, apparel and more! I see beauty in the brokenness and love sharing my passion for making things from practically nothing with others.
My workshops and art camps provide a place where kids and adults have the opportunity to explore, experiment and create. I have run art workshops in small traditional classroom settings, homeless shelters, corporate offices, libraries, malls and large-scale public events.
I love creating - my next project, class or camp is always my favorite!
A few more facts:
I am listed on the Ohio Teaching Artist Roster -https://artslearning.ohioartscouncil.org/directory/name/shannon-timura/
* I was the director of Art Education for a performing arts school where I ran the department, taught classes, held shows and did set design for the theater department.
* I am a public artist. I have created murals, and sculptures for businesses, brands and cities. My big claim to fame is my project for Olay that landed me a spot in Oprah's O Magazine where I was named a Fearless, Female Artist of the year. (2018)
*My Fairy Camp is a sell out each year and this year I am adding additional weeks to accommodate more kids!
* Robots, Owls, Frogs and big eyed witchy girls are frequent characters in my work.
* Making art and teaching art was my dream as a child - and now I am doing both. Five-year-old Shannon would be SO PROUD...
You can find my work locally (to Ohio) in the following shops;
Made Cleveland - Coventry
Bay Arts - Bay Village
Akron Soul Train - Akron
River Light - Peninsula
The Jenks Building - Cuyahoga Falls
Valley Art Shop - Chagrin Falls
Fabled Forest - -Georgetown, KY
Halfmile Handmade - Bay City, MI
Heights Art - Cleveland Heights
OddMall Assembly of Odd - Canton
Events and Workshops
Opening night of my show at Pinwheel Gallery! I am showing a collection of my work through the month of May - "In the end, we are all stories" Works on paper, canvas and sculpture with a fairy tale feel. The truth is we are all just snippets of stories, intertwined but not fully read cover to cover. We are all stories...make yours a good one!
Creature Show at the Jenks in Cuyahoga Falls. I am part of this group show with 8 other artists. I'll be bringing my deer friends, a massive owl and other woodland creatures.
Unlikely adventures require unlikely tools." -Mr. Magorium Join me in the gallery amidst my collection of story art. I will explain the work and offer the opportunity for you to create your own piece of art to take home.
Free workshop at Arkon Art Museum! Paint with wool and create a sweet,framed needle felted landscape. This month’s drop-in event for school-age students features a guided art-making experience with artist Shannon Timura. Leave your backpack at the door and hop into the studio for some creative fun. This month’s drop-in event for school-age students features a guided art-making experience with artist Shannon Timura as she demonstrates creating landscapes through dry needlepoint felting techniques. Grown-ups must remain onsite for the duration of the class. Recommended for ages 6 to 12. FREE, registration requested.
Free needle felting workshop at the Grafton Midview Library! Come create your own mini framed felt "painting" No experience necessary. Registration will be open soon - on the Grafton Midview Library website. Watch their facebook page!
Free felting workshop at the Westlake Porter Library! Learn the art of needle felting and create a custom gift bag. Perfect for wine ... or honey, vinegar or just to display! No experience needed! Sign up at the Westlake Porter Library website (not posted yet, stay tuned!)
Create a custom POP ART painting of your favorite animal friend on canvas! Beginner friendly workshop - absolutely NO drawing skills necessary. Send a photo of your pet at least 3 days prior to the event and come ready to simply relax and enjoy the process! Dogs, cats, birds, snake, chicken ...any pet will do!
Create needle felted bookworms at this free library workshop! No experience necessary. Registration will be open soon. Check the library website for more information.
Create your own mixed media owl or bird using a variety of materials. Wood, hardware, fabric scraps and more! Free workshop during Medina County Arts Week. Keep an eye on the Medina County Arts Council facebook page for more info as the time gets closer. https://www.facebook.com/MedinaCountyArtsCouncil
Come join us at Lost Trail Winery for a creative evening! Learn (or practice) your needle felting skills on fun and functional dryer balls. The decorated dryer balls are ready to be spritzed with your favorite essential oils and popped in your dryer to help speed dry time and create fresh smelling laundry! No experience necessary - the instructor will guide you every step of the way. Get ready for a night of crafting, laughter, and of course, some delicious wine. See you there!
Come join us at Lost Trail Winery for a fun and creative evening where you can learn how to needle felt your very own wine bag! Connect with fellow wine enthusiasts while creating a unique accessory for your favorite bottle. No experience necessary - the instructor will guide you every step of the way. Choose a design from an assortment of stencils - birds, bees, flowers, grape vines and much more! Get ready for a night of crafting, laughter, and of course, some delicious wine. See you there!
Join us for our needle-felting workshop at the Dragonfly Winery & Tea Room, where you can create your own unique wine bags while enjoying your beverage of choice.
Join Shannon Timura for a creative and fun workshop where you’ll learn the art of needle-felting to create unique designs on a fabric wine bag. You’ll start by stenciling your design and then bring it to life with colorful needle-felted embellishments. By the end of the class, you’ll have a beautifully customized bag perfect for gifting wine—or anything else! Take your new needle-felting skills beyond the workshop and apply them to other bags and projects. This class is on Friday, January 24 at Vermilion Valley Vineyards from 6 to 8 p.m. You will enjoy both creating and drinking some great wines!
Join us for a cozy cup of cocoa or tea....and learn a relaxing new craft! We will be making adorable 3D needle felted snowmen. Beginner friendly workshop for all ages.
Join us at King's Street Cafe for a needle felting workshop! Choose from a variety of designs like stars, snowmen, gingerbread men, nativity scenes, trees, and more. Mix and match to create unique ornaments for your tree or to give as gifts. This beginner-friendly workshop is a fun way to learn a new skill and create while enjoying delicious treats from King's Street Cafe!
Create a custom POP ART painting of your favorite animal friend on canvas! Beginner friendly workshop - absolutely NO drawing skills necessary. Send a photo of your pet at least 3 days prior to the event and come ready to simply relax and enjoy the process! One beverage of your choice from Broadview Brewing Company is included in the price. Invite your friends to join in the fun.
Join us on Coventry at Made Cleveland for a fun, beginner friendly pet portrait workshop! Over 20 breeds of dogs and a few cats are available - but feel free to send a photo of your pet to shannonmariemakes@gmail.com if your furry friend has unique features or is a mixed breed!
Welcome to Pop Art Pet Portraits! Join us for a fun and creative evening capturing your furry friends in a unique and colorful way. This in-person event will take place on Wed Aug 14 2024 at 6:00 PM at Missing Falls Brewery. 20 + dog breed images and a few cats are available but feel free to send me an image of your furry friend in advance for a closer rendition or for mixed breeds. Learn how to create a one-of-a-kind pop art portrait that you can cherish forever. Don't miss out on this pawsitively awesome experience!
Energize for Educators event at the museum.
Fairy Camp nurtures imaginations through fairy themed projects, storytelling, crafts, the love of nature, and all things fairy and sprite. Don’t miss the Fairy/Sprite parade at the end of the week! Unleash your creativity with a little fairy dust!
Join our welcoming needle felting workshop designed for beginners by artist Shannon Timura. Discover the fundamentals of this craft while creating your own charming framed bird portrait. All necessary supplies are provided for a hassle-free creative experience.
oin us on June 9th, between 1:00 PM and 3:30 PM, at the pavilion where Artdock instructor Shannon Timura will guide you in creating vibrant Pop Art-style portraits of your beloved pets! Get ready to learn a delightful technique using an array of art materials. With a choice of 20 different dog breeds (which can easily be adapted to fit your pet), or the option to depict your favorite feline friend, you're sure to find inspiration for your artwork in your furry companions. Feel free to reach out to Shannon via her Facebook page if you have any specific breed inquiries. For just $18 per person, you'll receive expert instruction and all the necessary materials for the workshop. This class is running at the same time as our annual "Gordy's Birthday PAWTY fundraiser" in support of the Humane Society of Erie County. Held at Vermilion Valley Vineyards, this event promises a day filled with various pet-themed vendors to explore, exciting raffles to participate in, lively music from a DJ, and delicious food from a food truck! Help us fill the grape bins with all of the needed items like paper towels, pet food, cat litter, and more.
Join our welcoming needle felting workshop designed for beginners by artist Shannon Timura. Discover the fundamentals of this craft while creating your own charming framed bird portrait. All necessary supplies are provided for a hassle-free creative experience.
Come out to the gallery and create a custom cloud weaving. All supplies included! $20 for members
Create your own unique piece of framed textile art using wool and a felting needle. Shannon Timura will guide you on creating this unique "painting" with wool fiber. You can choose to include the sleeping fox, leave off, or replace with mushrooms! Invite a friend to enjoy this project and the beautiful winery! All supplies are provided!
Welcome spring with a lovely peony painting! Peonies are not just pretty flowers, they symbolize prosperity, good fortune, a happy marriage, riches, honor, and compassion. Have fun with instructor Shannon Timura, and join in this paint-along with us in this beginner friendly workshop at the Vineyard. All supplies are provided!
Spring peepers are popping out this week! Craft adorable and practical wool dryer balls with artist Shannon Timura's guidance. Engage in the creation of lively three-dimensional spring peepers (frogs!) ADDED BONUS, you'll meet special guest, Lara D Roketenetz, University of Akron's Field Station Director, who will share insights on frog sounds and the significance of spring peepers to the Ohio ecosystem!
Create cute and functional wool dryer balls. Perfect to pop in the dryer to soften clothes and speed up drying time - reducing energy use and replacing chemical softeners. Choose from fun frogs, sweet lambs, possums or bears, oh my! Enjoy time with your friends at this beautiful winery and go home with 3 custom dryer balls to help tackle spring cleaning. The dryer balls also make incredible essential oil diffusers for your clothing drawers or towel storage.
Yay! I am honored to be a FEATURED ARTIST at this fun celebration welcoming SPRING! The new Towpath Trail Lantern Parade is a celebration of light, creativity and sustainability welcoming spring to the banks of the Cuyahoga River. The parade will take place on March 9 at 6:30 PM. It will start and end at Sokolowski’s Overlook and include a 1.6 mile roundtrip along the Towpath Trail. Free parking available at 1429 Abbey Ave. The parade will feature local artists displaying illuminated art made from recycled materials. The lanterns will celebrate nature and encourage environmentalism. Planning to join us? Make and bring your own lantern from recycled materials and a battery powered light! Hosted by Canalway, the Towpath Trail Lantern Parade is supported in part by the residents of Cuyahoga County through a public grant from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture.
There is a MATERIAL FEE for this event! Please bring payment day of the event! See below for details! Join us in learning how to weave a cloud of your choosing! Each participant will receive a small loom and yarn to weave you cloud. Your picturesque creation will be perfect for some spring house decor! Shannon from Shannon Marie Makes will be our expert artist to help assist and inspire us throughout the workshop. Check out her website: https://www.shannonmakes.com/ LIMITED SPACE! REGISTRATION REQUIRED! MATERIAL FEE! Space is limited to the first 15 registrants. This program is most suitable for teens and adults. To register please email our Staff member Isabel at ineeley@uakron.edu with "Cloud Weaving" in the title of the email. You will get a confirmation of registration email. MATERIAL FEE Material fee is $5 per person if you pay with cash or $7 per person to pay with card. Please bring your material fee the day of the event. If you have any questions or concerns please email Isabel at ineeley@uakron.edu. Other donations to support our education and outreach are welcomed at www.uakron.edu/giving/UAFS
Join our welcoming needle felting workshop designed for beginners. Discover the fundamentals of this craft while creating your own charming framed bird portrait. All necessary supplies are provided for a hassle-free creative experience.
https://www.artdock.org/service-page/needle-felted-wine-bag-saturday-feb-3 Tickets available through ArtDock.org
🌲Get your holiday shopping done while supporting Small Businesses on Small Business Saturday!! 🛍️🎁 Join us for a one of a kind experience! Sip coffee from a coffee truck, have lunch from a food truck, take a picture in our beautiful holiday backdrop and shop from 42 amazing unique hand picked Makers/Vendors while supporting small businesses on Small Business Saturday.🤍 The first 50 people in line will receive a complimentary shopping bag and there will be an opportunity to win one of the many beautiful basket raffle baskets with proceeds going to the local food bank.
In this class, artist Shannon Timura will teach you how to transform pine cones into framed succulent art or a pretty, everlasting bouquet of pine cone flowers. These are fun to create and add to your home decor. Bring a friend and come create with us!
Learn how to needle-felt designs on a fabric wine bag with artist Shannon Timura. We'll start by stenciling the design and then adding embellishments through needle felting. By the end of class, you will have with a beautiful container for a gift of wine this holiday season!
Learn how to needle-felt designs on a fabric wine bag with artist Shannon Timura. We'll start by stenciling the design and then adding embellishments through needle felting. By the end of class, you will have with a beautiful container for a gift of wine this holiday season!
Join us for a free crafting session at Upcycle Parts Shop - a great little artist/creative/mom/teacher/student/anyone resale shop. Follow Upcycle Parts Shop and Shannon Marie Makes on Facebook and Instagram to see updates on these free workshops.
Join us for this free evening of making your own Faux Succulent Shadow Box! Arrange and turn pinecones into a succulent art piece that you get to take home! These easy to care for faux succulents will last you throughout the winter, making it no problem if your green thumb "succs" LOL. Shannon from Shannon Marie Makes will be our expert artist to help assist and inspire us throughout the workshop. Check out her website: https://www.shannonmakes.com/ LIMITED SPACE! REGISTRATION REQUIRED! Space is limited to the first 20 registrants. This program is most suitable for teens and adults. To register please email our Staff member Isabel at ineeley@uakron.edu with "Succulent Art" in the title of the email. Donations to support our education and outreach are welcomed at www.uakron.edu/giving/UAFS
Do you wanna build a robot? Join Shannon Timura and have some creative fun with friends taking upcycled materials - wood, hardware and miscellaneous finds - and turning it all into a unique little piece of art! No experience needed, just a willingness to have a little fun while making a little robot friend or two. All supplies included, although if you have discards from your junk drawer that you'd like to incorporate, feel free to bring them along.
Planning your holiday shopping for November? Want to enjoy the last few decent days outdoors?! We have something on the calendar for YOU! Join us Nov 4th & 5th at The Holden Arboretum as we partner to present Artisans at the Arboretum — an outdoor marketplace full of makers and creators for you to enjoy! Discover amazing artisans, listen to local musicians, and dine on delicious food at this open-air market!
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Corporate Creativity Workshops
Engage your team
Looking for the perfect way to energize your team, spark creativity, and build stronger connections? Book an art workshops and give your employees a fun and refreshing break from the everyday grind. In these workshops, your team will enjoy: 🌟 Hands-On Creativity – No art experience needed! Just bring a willingness to try something new. 🌟 Stress-Free Fun – A couple of hours to decompress, unwind, and recharge. 🌟 Team Bonding – Casual conversation and collaboration in a relaxed, inspiring atmosphere.
What's Included?
What’s Included: I take care of everything! All materials and supplies are provided, so all your team needs to do is show up and enjoy. Whether you’re looking to boost morale, celebrate a milestone, or simply create a unique team-building experience, my workshops are the perfect fit. Let’s turn an ordinary workday into something extraordinary!
How does art benefit the corporate culture?
How does art benefit us in the corporate landscape? Creativity and Innovation: Artistic expression fosters creativity, leading to innovative problem-solving and idea generation in the workplace. Stress Reduction and Mental Health: Engaging in art reduces stress, promotes mental well-being, and provides employees with a healthy outlet for relaxation and self-expression. Team Building and Collaboration: Collaborating on artistic projects strengthens bonds among colleagues, promotes communication, and enhances teamwork within the workplace. Focus and Productivity: Artistic activities improve focus and productivity by refreshing the mind and preventing burnout when employees take breaks to pursue creative endeavors. Emotional Intelligence and Empathy: Art cultivates emotional intelligence and empathy, enhancing interpersonal relationships and communication skills among employees. Brand Image and Corporate Culture: Incorporating art into the workplace environment reflects a positive brand image, vibrant corporate culture, and commitment to employee well-being, making it an attractive place to work and do business.
About the facilitator
Shannon is an award-winning visual artist with a passion for guiding others on their creative journeys. She was awarded the 2018 Fearless Female Artist award by O Magazine for her work with Procter and Gamble. With over 15 years working with brands such as Birkenstock and Davaco she understands the challenges working in the commercial landscape. In addition to being recognized as an accomplished teaching artist listed on the Ohio Arts Council roster. She brings a unique blend of corporate insight and artistic expertise to her workshops, leaving participants enriched and inspired.
Where?
Workshops can be hosted at your workplace or offsite. If you wish to hold the workshop off site we can arrange venue bookings at an additional cost. Reach out to start the process!
Learn More
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Shannon Marie Timura
b. 1970 Farmington, Michigan
Public Art Collections
2023 University of Akron Field Station, Wood Eagle, Bath, Ohio
2023 Water and Air Sculpture, Troy, Ohio
2021 Cleveland Botanical Gardens, Woodland Garden sculptures
2020 Karamu House Wall Sculptures, Cleveland, Ohio
2020 Phoenix Woman Public Art Sculpture, Civic Center city of Novi, Michigan (DavidBarr Foundation)
2019 Strawberry Girl Public Art Sculpture, Troy Ohio (regional artist, alongside J.Seward Johnson)
2018 Frida Kahlo Rabbit Sculpture, Cincinnati, Ohio
2019 Beat of my Bark, Cincinnati, Ohio
2018 Lighter than Air Olay Public Art Sculptures, Procter & Gamble, Cincinnati, Ohio
2017 Flamingo, City of Parma, Ohio
2017 Galaxy Cat, City of Cincinnati
2016 Dog Sculpture, PetCasso, Cincinnati, Ohio
2016 Year of the Rooster, Dominion Power, Cleveland, Ohio
2016 Interactive Mural, Big Brothers, Big Sisters, North Olmsted
2004 Jungle Murals, Amazone, Medina, Ohio
2004 Flags, City of Berea
Publications and Appearances
2022 Voyage Ohio – Inspiring Person article
2022 - 2024 New Day Cleveland TV appearances
2018 December O Magazine Highlighted as one of five “Fearless, Female Artists” by Oprah for public artwork for Procter and Gamble’s Olay Campaign Launch.
Notable Projects
2024 Featured Artist - Towpath Trail Lantern Festival
2023 Summit ArtSpace - Artist Launchpad
2020 December Homeless Jesus sculpture restoration (original sculpture by Canadianartist Timothy Schmalz) Bay Village, Ohio
2019 Ongoing restoration for public art sculptures through Community West Foundation, Westlake, Ohio
Residencies
2020 Karamu House, Cleveland, Ohio November
2020-January Villa Barr, Michigan David Barr Legacy Art Park
March- April 2020 / June 202-July 2020
Gallery Representation
2025 Pinwheel Gallery -Upcoming solo show, Old Brooklyn, Ohio
2023 The Jenks, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
2023 JG Southtown Market, Medina, Ohio
2023 Heights Art, Cleveland Heights, Ohio
2023 Fabled Forest, Georgetown, KY
2022 Indigenous Craft Gallery, Cincinnati, Ohio
2022 Eminent Design, Rancho Mirage, California
2022 Made Cleveland, Coventry, Ohio
2022 Valley Art Center, Chagrin Falls, Ohio
2022 BluePear Mercantile Crown Point, Indiana
2022 Earth and State Media, Pennsylvania
2022 Paper Cuts Bookshop Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts
2022 Vignette, Key West, Florida
2021 Looking Glass Gallery, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
2021 The Rift Shop, Olmsted Falls, Ohio
2021 Sandbar Art Studio, Ashtabula, Ohio
2020 Bay Arts, Bay Village, Ohio
2020 River Light Gallery, Peninsula, Ohio
2018-2020 Blue Eye Dog, Peninsula, Ohio
2018 Live 360
2017 Art 101 Wooster
2016-2017 Art 101 Medina
2006 Galleria Cleveland, Ohio
2006 Waterloo 7 Cleveland, Ohio
2005 Pop Shop Lakewood, Ohio
Teaching Experience
2024 - University of Akron Student Services
2023 - Ohio Teaching Artist Roster - ongoing
2023 - Teaching Artist at University of Akron Field Station, Bath, Ohio - ongoing
2023 - Art Dock - Teaching Artist
2022- present - Assemblage art workshops, variety of locations
2022-present - Bay Arts workshop instructor, kids art camps, adult art classes
2021-present Workshops, Mason, Ohio - traveling instructor art camps and workshops for kids and adults
2019-2020 Mixed Media, Pottery Art Classes, Beck Center Lakewood, Ohio
2019 - Present -Upcycle Educator, Upcycle Parts Shop, corporate events, community outreach
2009-2019 Workshops Cedarville University
2018 Live 360 Great Northern Mall
2018 Creativity Camps Star Retail Group
2014-2018 Director of Art Education, Olmsted Performing Arts
2006-2019 Art Classes HFJC Fairview Park/Lakewood/Brooklyn/Brunswick, Ohio
2003-2006 Creative Writing instructor Medina, Ohio
Popular Workshops - Book now
Needle-felted Wine Bottle Bags
Learn the basics of needle felting in this beginner friendly workshop. Stencil the design on a burlap wine bag and then choose colors of wool to complete the project. Great for wine lovers.
Pop Art Pet Portraits
Capture the spirit and personality of your pet or favorite animal in a unique and colorful pop art style. Book Shannon Makes for your next event. All supplies included - no experience or drawing skills needed! Great for any animal loving organization or group.
Leaf trinket dish workshop
Using a beautiful fall leaf, clay and paint you will create a beautiful trinket dish to display in your home. Beginner friendly, perfect project for a girl's night out or relaxing evening activity.
Cloud Weavings
Create your own mini cloud weaving in this workshop. Choose your colors to create a weather wall hanging you'll love! Stormy, sunny, rainbow, autumn or colors that match your sofa!
Owl Workshop
Create a needle felted owl ...with personality!
Pinecone Succulents
Using just simple pinecones and acrylic paint, you will create a succulent garden that will never die!
Needle felting kits
New Arrival
Contact
- Medina, Ohio, United States
Interested in a workshop? Let's work together to customize a project that would be perfect for your group.