Art Class: Crepe Paper Flowers - Beaded Irises

Sunday, November 15 | 12-3 pm Led by Jennifer Perkins, local mixed-media artist and owner of Petal Pioneer Designed for ages 18+ $45 Members | $65 non-Members Not a member? Join today at okcmoa.com/membership. Create a lifelike bearded iris inspired by the elegant floral forms featured throughout The Triumph of Nature: Art Nouveau from the Chrysler Museum of Art. Working with fine crepe paper, participants will explore petal shaping, color variation, and natural movement as Jennifer guides you step-by-step through her professional process. Learn techniques for constructing delicate petals, sculpting flower centers, and assembling your individual pieces into a beautifully detailed bloom. This class is designed for ages 18+.  All supplies will be provided. For questions regarding the class or registration, please email Programs Manager Neely Simms at [email protected]. Bonus! Registrants aged 21+ are welcome to stop by the OKCMOA Bar before class and bring a drink to enjoy a relaxed paint-and-sip experience. ABOUT THE ARTIST Jennifer Perkins is a paper floral artist based in Oklahoma City. She creates handcrafted crepe paper flowers that explore the intersection of botanical realism and fine art. Her work is inspired by nature, classical still life painting, and the quiet beauty found in organic forms. Through careful attention to detail, color, and movement, Jennifer's practice elevates paper into sculptural works that celebrate craftsmanship and slow making. Her floral pieces are often experienced as intimate studies of form, inviting viewers to pause and observe the subtle elegance of everyday blooms.