Plein air* painting materials and equipment

FREE DEMO: Saturday April 2nd, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Plein air* painting materials and equipment with Matt Hopper
In like a Lion, out like a Lamb. Though March may not be Plein Air friendly, April is an artists’ blank canvas. With new beginnings of the Spring season, it’s time to dust off those portable easels and get outside. Join Holbein Artist Educator Matt Hopper for a two hour informational seminar on everything an artist needs to take their artwork out of the studio and into the fresh air.

*Plein air: En plein air (French pronunciation: [ɑ̃ plɛˈnɛʁ]) is a French expression which means "in the open air", and is particularly used to describe the act of painting outdoors.

Speaking of Plein air, have you heard about the Plein Air Festival being held this July 23rd in Jericho? Pre-registration deadline for artists is March 15th. If you are intrested in this exciting event, contact Barbara Greene at blgreene30@comcast.net or (802) 899-2974Full description is at Vermont Art Zine.

Making your own patterns for Ukrainian Eggs

Saturday March 26th 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Making your own patterns for Ukrainian Eggs with Theresa Somerset

Photos show how Theresa starts with the image drawn onto a design sheet, and then the progressionto egg, to line drawing, and then to illustration/painting.

Theresa will be exploring the methods used to create unique designs and how to transfer a design idea onto a three dimensional surface…like and egg. These patterns aren't limited to just dyes; did you know you can use encaustics to decorate eggs?

Make and Take Painted Flowerpots

MAKE AND TAKE: For a three day period and a minimal fee (per day) you’ll have access to selected materials and finished samples to reference as you complete your creation. We are keeping the fees low as these projects are self guided, although our artistic employees would be willing to offer tips & suggestions if you desire. Lots of fun supplies will be on hand.

PAINTED FLOWERPOTS: Thursday, April 7th, Friday, April 8th, & Saturday, April 9th Prepared Terracotta Flowerpots (internally sealed) as well as a wide variety of Acrylic Paints and brushes are provided - all you need to add are your ideas! The fee is $10.00 per person for one 8” pot. Once you have finished your painted flowerpot, we will seal the outside of it for you-with exterior quality clear coat, to preserve your garden art. This does mean you get to stop back in to the store to pick up the varnished flowerpot at a later date. (If you want to clear coat it at home yourself, there is no difference in the fee)

Making your own patterns for Ukrainian Eggs

Saturday March 26th 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Making your own patterns for Ukrainian Eggs with Theresa Somerset

Theresa will be exploring the methods used to create unique designs and how to transfer a design idea onto a three dimensional surface…like and egg. did you know you can use encaustics to decorate eggs?

Did you miss the February Demos?

FREE DEMONSTRATIONS:

Here's a snippet of what they looked like:

Saturday February 19th 2011

11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Knife painting with Chelsea Lindner

 

Basic Ukrainian Egg Decorating with Kathy Rouleau

Saturday March 19th 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.


Basic Ukrainian Egg Decorating with Kathy Rouleau


Kathy has been decorating eggs professionally for more than 20 years. In her demonstration she will show how these eggs are made by using a technique of waxing and dyeing, a batik process used for more than a thousand years to decorate eggs.

Soul House Assemblage workshop:

PAID CLASSES:
Saturday March 5th 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with Lorraine Reynolds Soul House Assemblage workshop:
Explore your own imagination to find the ghost in old things and tell their tales in a 3 dimensional form, without fear or self doubt. Learn to be creatively brave in this process orientated approach to creating altered art.
http://glimmeringprize.blogspot.com/p/workshops.htm $60.00 per participant, sign-ups must be received by MARCH 3rd (yes, we just extended the deadline!) This class is for participants 16 and older. Bring a wooden birdhouse, or purchase one from Lorraine. Call for further information & supply list.