Pre-tax total cost of workshop: $45 (includes $10 materials fee)
Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2026 (1 – 4pm)
Location: Art School, 15 NW Birch St, Coupeville
Materials: Murphy- Sardine Can Reliquaries Supply List.pdf
Level: All levels welcome

The dictionary defines reliquary as “a container or shrine for holy relics”. In this workshop we’ll create our own reliquaries using treasures we’ve collected, favorite photos, images of icons or favorite celebrities… there’s no limit to what you might want to include in yours!

First, we’ll delve into using different products to enhance your can(s) by rusting, aging or adding color and texture. Then we’ll choose and create the focus element of your reliquary(s) and get down to embellishing and adding depth, making your piece your very own sacred artwork! You may choose to mount your reliquary on a substrate of your choice or add magnets to create magical art for your fridge. A base can be added for shelf-sitting art as well. You are free to create as many reliquaries as time permits in this workshop.

Instructor Bio
Jan Murphy is a Certified Compassion Fatigue Coach and acclaimed artist. Her artistic works have been exhibited in galleries, exhibits and shows throughout the Pacific Northwest and California. Working primarily in mixed media assemblage art and acrylic painting, she finds the creative process both joyful and therapeutic. She has been actively involved in animal welfare and animal rescue for over 30 years. Growing up on a small farm in Anacortes, Washington has made her keenly aware of animal nature. She has long been a strong advocate for the rights of animals of all shapes and sizes. Currently, Jan serves on the board of directors for Heartwood Haven Sanctuary in Roy, Washington and is the U.S. ambassador for the global organization, Animals Asia, based in Hong Kong. Jan shares her home with her husband of 27 years, Jon, and several beloved rescued dogs and cats.