Whispering
Woodlands
a Retreat to Nature for the Creative Mind
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Circle of Creativity
OPEN HOUSE
in the
Dome
Friends of Whispering Woodlands
Sun Dec 7 Noon - 5 pm
Refreshments Provided
Pastels, Oil Paintings, Acrylic
Painting, Mosaics, Photography, Prints, Handmade Books, Note Cards, Clam-shell Boxes, Fabric Arts, , Mosaic Stained Glass,
Handmade Paper, and more. A variety of work from Artists / Instructors. Gently used inspirational reference
and how-to art books at reduced prices. Exhibitors include: Kay Brathol-Hostvet, Edna Kunkel, Claudia Daniel, Jan Norsetter,
Bo Mackison, Cynde Quinn, S.V. (Sue) Medaris, Jackie Hefty, and more.
Click Here for Open House PDF
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House @ Whispering Woodlands - share with a friend!
November Workshops 2014
FALL
2014
Make
a copy of the remaining programs for 2014 to refer to for yourself.
We
strive for quality programs for your learning enjoyment.
Nov/Dec Workshops PDF click here
Many of the following provide opportunities to make Great
Gifts! Making your gifts can be so rewarding and meaningful. Taylor them to your preferences or the recipients. Avoid
the shopping and parking hastles, relax in the country studio setting instead - and you go home with the knowledge
and abilities to make more . . .
Hint, Hint - Gift
Certificates for Holiday Giving - Hint, Hint
Select the
dollar amount and let the recipient determine the program.
Hint, Hint - Let that special someone know you'd like
one too! - Hint, Hint
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| Variations on Accordion Books |
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| Variations on Accordion Books |
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| Variations on Accordion Books |
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| Letterpress Printed Cards |
Note: Date has Changed
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Book Structures:
Variations on the Accordion Jackie Hefty
Versatile
and adaptable, concertina or accordion style book structures lend themselves to so much more. We will 'play' with and
investigate variations on a theme using these structures. A style or structure that can be woven together, layered as
a tunnel book, bound with a coptic stitch or played out like the instrument it is often called by. Linear progression of a
story line or imagery is favored by adults and children alike, yet it can be appreciated for the simple alluring structural
design alone. Paper choices/options will be provided upon registration. Participants will need to purchase or use from
your personal stash as appropriate. Previous bookmaking experience recommended, no specialized tools required to continue
your 'play' at home. If you already have any of the items in the Basic Tool Kit, please bring. Sat
Nov 1 10 - 5 $105/$10 materials
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| Letterpress Printed Cards |
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| Letterpress Printed Cards |
Note: Dates have changed
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Letterpress Cards
Jackie Hefty
Spend an afternoon or morning creating beautiful letterpress cards. The presses will be ready to roll with generic greetings
and old printers blocks as shown in the photos. Print on an assortment of papers. You just ink and turn the crank
or press the lever! (with guidance and assistance) A variety of paper choices will be available for purchase or bring
your own. (Recommendations on supply list) Small class size. Choose your day: Sun Nov
2, 1-4, or Wed Nov 12, 9-noon, or Wed Nov 12, 1-4 $65/$10 materials
Letterpress Cards Supply List
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| Calligraphy students |
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| Calligraphy students |
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| Calligraphy students |
Calligraphy:
the art of written forms Short Course Jackie Hefty
An introduction to Calligraphy in a nut shell. No experience necessary, those repeating
will be challenged with additional material. Learn the
basics of several lettering styles and the importance of practice. Working with pen/brush, ink, and paper, express yourself
in this age old format. Hand-letter a favorite poem or quotation for gifts, create unique greeting cards, and more.
Minimal supplies are needed and you can continue your learning at home. Choose Session: Thurs Nov 6 and 13 OR Mon Nov
10 and 17 1 - 4
$75/$5 materials
Click here for Calligraphy Supply List
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| 100 Starts - sample Jan Norsetter |
100 Starts: painting in oils Jan Norsetter
Class for oil painters, any level
In this workshop we will start as many paintings as we can, maybe
not 100, but a minimum of 20. Trying to spend 15 minutes or less on each painting, distill the essence of a scene into
as few colors and as few strokes as possible. We will refer to this style of painting as the direct method. No under-painting,
just bold strokes that describe the planes, values, lights, and darks of the scene. As we try to nail the value structure
of the scene, we'll talk about placement/composition, shadows, lighting. Use any colors you want, but we will start
with black and white (mixed into 3 shades of grey plus black and white). Please, no solvents inside the building. I have developed
strategies for handling paint using Gamblin Solvent free gel or M Graham alkyd walnut oil but unless your paint is really
stiff you won’t need medium. For cleaning my brushes I use brush soap and water. Sat,
Nov 8 9 - 4 $100
Click below for the supply list, problem corrected. TY
100 Starts (in oils) supply list
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| fabric papers |
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| fabric papers |
Fabric Papers
Jackie
Hefty
A little bit of this, a little bit of that; Fabric Papers! Come
and play - we will have the supplies necessary for this technique for you to explore. Fees cover most consumable materials
but you are encouraged to bring a few of your own. Recommendations are available on supply list. Tues
Nov 11 1 - 4
$45/$5 materials
Fabric Papers Supply List
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| Printing the block on paper, silk scarf or t-shirt |
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| Letterpress & Block Printing |
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| Intro to Block Cutting |
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| Intro to Block Cutting |
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| Printing the block on paper, silk scarf or t-shirt |
Introduction to Block
Printing (linoleum, etc.) S.V. Medaris
This is an introductory level printmaking class. Explore how to make block prints using linoleum. Plan, draw
and transfer your design, prep, cut and print a linoleum block without a press.
Demonstrations
will include: different ways to add color to your print, printing on fabric and/or tees (with the press),or silk scarves
printed by hand, and a 2-color card/print with basic registration. Focus on a design for holiday or greeting cards if you'd like, giving it your personal touch.
Printing on paper can be accomplished by hand, allowing you to continue at home with a few additional supplies.
Consider printing on silk scarves or tees, with gift making in mind. Silk scarves print easily without
a press, materials fee will cover one for each student, additional silk scarves will be available for purchase at cost. You
can print several during class. Minimal supplies necessary to continue at home.
A smaller block can be carved reasonably fast, and used as a repetitive motif. Explore
the power of the multiple in printmaking... by printing patterned motifs or printing repetitions on fabric and cards. (as
noted above, additional cost for silk scarves, or bring your own t-shirts, all are great affordable gifts)
Make your design as simple or as complex as you'd like, but keep details to a minimum and/or size
of block small so that you can finish cutting and printing before end of workshop.
(5" x 7" - 4" x 6" ideal. No larger than
8" x 10") You will leave better understanding the different substrates for cutting (different kinds of linoleum,
rubber, wood, and synthetic materials), different papers for printing on, and the different tools you'll need for different
techniques/substrates. Note: More detailed information on supply list.
Fri and Sat, Nov 14 and 15, 10-4 $215/$20 materials
Intro to Block Printing Supply List
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| Finish It ! |
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| Finish It ! |
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| Finish It |
Finish
It!
Kay Brathol-Hostvet
We all have
those unfinished projects--paintings, collage, drawings. Whether you just need the time, new ideas, or fresh eyes to view
your work, this workshop should help generate some completed projects. This loosely-structured workshop will include beginning
and ending group critiques, handouts and "ideas" examples, and uninterrupted work time with as much or as little
personal attention from the instructor as you request. Sun Nov 16, 10 - 4 $65
Finish It Supply List
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| Coptic Bindings |
Coptic Stitch Book Binding
Jackie Hefty
Intermediate level book binding that will further develop
and challenge your creative book binding skills. Traditional and innovative approaches will be explored. Binding design open
flat which is an advantage when writing or drawing in them. Recommend having basic bookmaking and sewing experience.
Bring as many items that you already have from the Basic Tool Kit. Paper recommendations are on the supply list.
Tues Nov 18, 1-5 $65/$10 materials (Also being
offered Sun Dec 14)
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| student work |
Bookmaking Basic Supply List
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| Letterpress & Block Printing |
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| Letterpress & Block Printing |
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| Letterpress & Block Printing |
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| Letterpress & Block Printing |
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| Letterpress & Block Printing |
NEW
Perfect Union: Linoleum
& Letterpress Printing ! S.V. Medaris & Jackie Hefty
Linoleum Block prints paired with Letterpress Type - it's a natural combination.
Print yours as a broadside or create a personal seasonal or holiday card. Incorporate a personal greeting, caption
or poem with a unique linoleum block printed design or image you have carved. May be printed as a postcard, folded
greeting card or as a broadside (single sheet image & text, think Wanted Posters) Two days, two
instructors, too exciting! Fri/Sat, Nov 21/22 10 - 4 $265/$25 materials
Supply List coming soon.
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Circle of Creativity
OPEN HOUSE
in the
Dome
Friends of Whispering Woodlands
Sun Dec 7 Noon - 5 pm
Opps! Major conflict with Nov date, rescheduled for Dec
7th ! A listing
of exhibitors will be added soon.
Large selection of
Art Work
Paintings, Pastels, Prints, Mosaics, Drawings, Books, Boxes, Decorative Papers,
the list goes on . . .
Generic
Greeting and Holiday Cards
Gently used
inspirational art and how-to books
Nov/Dec Workshops PDF click here
Hint, Hint - Gift Certificates
available for Holiday Giving - Hint, Hint
Select the dollar amount and
let the recipient determine the program.
Hint, Hint - Let that special someone know you'd like one too! - Hint, Hint
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