a Retreat to Nature for the Creative Mind

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  Are your batteries running on low?  Need a creative recharge? Can't commit to a two day or even a one day workshop right now? Sign up for one of our 3 or 4 hour programs, or perhaps one of the monthly gatherings.  Share a few hours in a supportive environment with creative and like-minded individuals.   

May 2015


 
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Whispering Woodlands

a Retreat to Nature for the Creative Mind

www.whispering-woodlands.com

whisper@tds.net

608 848-9761

 

  Circle of Creativity

OPEN HOUSE

in the

Dome

 

Friends of Whispering Woodlands

 

Sat & Sun, May 2nd & 3rd, Noon - 5

 

Refreshments Provided 

Pastels, Oil Paintings, Acrylic Painting, Mosaics, Photography, Prints, Handmade Books, Note Cards, Clam-shell Boxes, Fabric Arts, , Mosaic Stained Glass, Handmade Paper, mixed media, and more. 

A terrific opportunity to check out Whispering Woodlands and see examples or demonstrations of some of the workshops being offered. 

Shop from a variety of work by local and regional Artists / Instructors.

Gently used inspirational reference and how-to art books at reduced prices.

Watch for a listing of exhibitors.


 

 

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Printing a Collagraph Plate

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Collagraph plate

Printmaking  Collagraphs: Intro to Mixed Media Printmaking 
Jackie Hefty

Collagraphs incorporate aspects of relief and intaglio printmaking, additive and subtractive methods of working, all in an intriguing mixed media approach to plate-making. Think texture printing; using everyday objects (cardboard, lace, washers, yarn) transformed into textural elements enhancing your unique prints. Take an individualized approach in what can be either objective or non-objective subject matter.     Wed May 6, 13, 20   1 - 4:30  $165/$15 materials   

 

 

 

 

 

 

Just a little note:

Many of the classes I personally offer are meant to provide a progression in inter-related book arts opportunities. It is not necessary to take them in any specific order, but understand they are complimentary in nature. By taking a decorative paper workshop, you may utilize your work in a book structure as text pages, end sheets or as a cover. Likewise, by taking papermaking you may use the results in a book or as a substrate for a print, drawing, painting, or with letterpress.   Think of them as part of, or a means to an end, not the end in themselves. (not that many can not stand alone and be appreciated as completed work) It is also for this reason I repeat some foundational workshops more often. Understanding the method to my madness may be helpful when making workshop choices. Jackie

 

 

 

 

 

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Collage: Fun and Freedom  Jackie Hefty  

Papers, paint, glue and space to spread out. What better ingrediants for fun.  Utilizing the elements of design, add some texture, sprinkle some contrasting or harmonous color, add a little tension or perhaps a soothing flow, highlight with a metallic, and you are good to go. If only. . . You are invited to come, explore, play and relax. Small little jewels or large wall statements, what is your comfort level?  Thurs May 7, 1 - 4  or 6 - 9  $45/$5 materials  

 

Collage Supply List

Indicate time

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student work in progress

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student work in progress

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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fabric papers

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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.  Sat May 9    1 - 4:30  $55/$5 materials  Limited to 6 people - register early!

Fabric Papers Supply List

 

 

 

 

 

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Monotype

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Monotype base colors

Monotype Meet-ups 

2nd Tuesday of month, May 12, 1 - 4 or 6 - 9

$25

(materials fee determined on individual basis)  

 

Monthly Ongoing Program Info

2nd Tues of Month

 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 

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Calligraphic Communication Series Details

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Calligraphic Communication Series Details

 

Calligraphic Mark-making  Jackie Hefty

You've learned the 'rules', now break 'em or exploit them. Free expression using calligraphic marks. Explore the typical and a-typical approaches with pen, brush and other mark making implements.   Fri May 15,  1 - 4:30  $55

Calligraphic Markmaking Supply List

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Acrylic Color Mixing

 

Learn to Mix Colors in Acrylic Kay Brathol-Hostvet

 

Learning to mix colors is one of the most daunting and frustrating experiences that painters face. How many times have you been unable to make a particular color or have you wasted lots of paint in the process? Knowing a few basics about paint composition, color temperature and color theory helps immensely. This is strictly a hands-on workshop for those who have some previous painting experience. What you learn working with acrylic transfers to other painting mediums, but acrylic is required for this workshop.  Sat, May 16, 1 - 5 $65

Supply List Mixing Colors in Acrylics

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Studio Landscape in Acrylic

 

Studio Landscape Painting in Acrylic Kay Brathol-Hostvet

 

In this fast-paced, one-day workshop you will focus on painting the landscape from your own photographs “a la prima” style—quickly, loosely, and expressively—without the use of multiple glazes or extensive blending. The direct approach is both visual and intuitive and encourages great personal expression. Working in acrylic has the benefits of little odor, water clean-up, and quick drying which allows for almost immediate changes. This workshop is for all skill levels, but previous painting experience in any medium is very helpful. Sun, May 17,  10 - 5  $100/$5 materials

Studio Landscape Painting in Acrylic Supply List

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Mosaic Stained Glass student work

 Mosaic Mania

Every Third Monday of the month, 1 - 4 or 6 - 9 

Starting Monday May 18

$25

(materials fee determined on individual basis)  

NEW! Monthly Ongoing Programs NEW! 

 

Monthly Ongoing Program Info

3rd Mon of Month

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Concertina with Coptic Sewing

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Variations on Accordion Books

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Letterpress Printed Cards

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Concertina with Coptic Sewing

 Bound Together

3rd Thur/month, May 21, 1 - 4 or 6 - 9

$25

(materials fee determined on individual basis) 

 

3rd Thurs of Month

 

 

 

 

 

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Still (in) Life Photography examples

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Still (in) Life Photography examples

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Still (in) Life Photography examples

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Still (in) Life Photography examples

Still (in) Life  Brenna Hopkins

Your home, collections, and family heirlooms can inspire your creativity, tell your story and preserve family history. Learn to use beautiful indoor daylight to create still-life images with your digital camera.  If you have never taken your camera off "AUTO," still-life photography is the perfect way to understand how to improve the pictures you are taking.  If you are an experienced photographer, you'll explore ways to see your day to day world as a resource for your creativity.   We will learn the best lighting locations in any indoor setting, and simple approaches to making the most of the light (and the camera) you have. A journal or notebook is recommended to record camera settings and written impressions of your experiences.  Supplies:  Requires a digital camera or phone with enough free memory to take 100 images. Bring your card reader or the cable you use to download pictures from your camera or phone so you can see your images. A laptop is recommended for viewing your images - I will bring mine, but please bring yours if you have one.  If you have a tripod, bring it!  Sat May 23,  1 - 5  $70   


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Suminagashi samples

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Suminagashi samples

Suminagashi Floating Inks (Paper Marbling technique of the Far East)    Jackie Hefty

A decorative paper technique with uses in bookmaking, collage, scrapbooking, letterpress printing and card making. Subtle use of swirling colored inks on thin Japanese papers. Minimal supplies necessary to continue at home.  Tues May 26   1-4:30   $55/$10 materials 

Suminagashi Supply List

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Snappy Scrapy examples

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Snappy Scrapy examples

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Snappy Scrappy   Jackie Hefty    

Feeling a little sassy?  Join us for a 'breaking the rules' fabric collage playful day. We will be raiding the fabric stash, using a variety of quilting and upholstery remnants to create what we affectionately call "Snappy Scrappy".  Layers, textures, lace, ribbon, and jewelry, buttons, or beads combine to become your individualized Snappy Scrappy.  Hand or machine stitch your choice pieces into a wall hanging, book cover or fabric frame for a photo.   We will have a few 'simple' sewing machines available, yarns and thread, an assortment of pre-fringed upholstery fabrics (thanks Mom!) and background canvas for you, along with buttons, beads and other trinkets.  You are encouraged to bring any materials you wish to use and/or share. (Clean out your stash, well within reason...)  It isn't necessary to have a quilting or fiber arts background, having a sense of color combinations and design will be helpful. A playful attitude is greatly desired.

Sat May 30, 1 - 5 $ 55/$15 materials 

Snappy Scrappy Supply List

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Snappy Scrapy examples

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Snappy Scrapy examples

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Snappy Scrapy examples

 
 
 
 
Snappy Scrappy  
Studio Work  Jackie Hefty    

What the heck, everything is going to be set up on Saturday, let's continue with another 'breaking the rules' fabric collage day on Sunday afternoon. Less demonstrating, primarily a work day atmosphere.  Layers, textures, lace, ribbon, and jewelry, buttons, or beads combine in your individualized approach to "Snappy Scrappy"  Again, included will be; yarns and thread, an assortment of pre-fringed upholstery fabrics (thanks Mom!) and background canvas for you, along with buttons, beads and other trinkets. Simple sewing machines will be available. You are encouraged to bring any materials you wish to use and/or share.  Sun May 31, 1 - 4  $45/$10 materials 


Snappy Scrappy Supply List

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