Adult and teen art classes offer an intimate, exceptional learning experience in an inspiring setting with nationally recognized artists. Classes are offered for a broad range of skills and at a variety of times. In order to provide quality instruction in a range of mediums and processes, the Center often brings artists from outside the area to teach, therefore classes are often in concentrated periods of time to accommodate visiting artists. All classes are small in size allowing as much individual instruction as possible and accommodating a range of student levels from beginner to advanced.
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Jewelry Making: The Art of the Chain with Alison B. Antelman
Tue & Wed, Aug 10 & 11, 10am–4pm
$145 members /$195 nonmembers, Supply fee: $75 • Register now
The Center, Hailey
Registration deadline: Tue, Jul 27
Handmade chains are one of the foundations of fine art jewelry from ancient to modern times. Students will experience the creation of beautiful jewelry by making a sterling silver Byzantine bracelet. They will learn to use a jeweler’s saw, to coil and cut jump rings, and to fabricate a bracelet using pliers. In addition, students will make samples of different varieties of chain patterns and learn to make woven chains using a textile technique. All students will leave the class wearing a handmade sterling silver bracelet and with samples, tools and the knowledge to further explore chain making on their own. Alison B. Antelman exhibits and sells her work from her studio and at galleries and craft shows nationally. She was awarded “Best of Show, Jewelry” at the Kimball Arts Festival in Park City, Utah, and “Best of Jewelry” at The Center’s Arts & Crafts Festival in 2009. Her work is in the upcoming Lark Books publication, 500 Gemstone Jewels.
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Woodblock Printmaking with Nick Wroblewski
Tue & Wed, Aug 17 & 18, 10am—5pm
$125 members / $175 nonmembers, Supply fee: $40 • Register now
The Center, Hailey
Registration deadline: Tue, Aug 3
Discover the possibilities of printmaking with artist Nick Wroblewski. Through the tactile process of “carving” imagery, students will investigate the methods of relief woodblock printmaking. This class will offer an introduction and intermediate techniques for creating a multi-color woodblock print. Students will be shown techniques for transfer, carving, reduction and multi-block methods. The instructor will help simplify the seemingly complicated world of layers, woodcarving, reversed imagery, registration and printing. Learn hand printing techniques as well as techniques that utilize a manual printing press, and discuss imagery, abstraction and conceptual intent. Now is the time to embark on the adventure of creating a unique, colorful image through woodcarving.
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A Short Tour of Watershed Health in the Wood River Valley with Jon Marvel
Sat, Sep, 18, 10am–12pm
$15 members / $20 nonmembers • Register now
Group will meet at location TBD
Registration deadline: Fri, Sep 3
The Executive Director of the Western Watershed Projects, Jon Marvel will lead participants on a walking tour of our local watershed. Along the way, participants will have the opportunity to learn about historic and current human impacts on watershed health, basic hydrology, local water issues and steps that can be taken to improve current watershed conditions.
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Trout Illustrations with Josh Udesen
Sat, Sep 18, 10am–4pm
$50 members / $100 nonmembers • Register now
The Center, Hailey
Registration deadline: Fri, Sep 3
Idaho artist and fly fisherman Josh Udesen will lead students through the process of sketching local trout species. Using a combination of graphite, ink and turpentine on vellum, Udesen creates unique drawings reminiscent of traditional etchings.
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Oil Painting with Connie Borup - ONLY 6 SPOTS remaining!
Mon–Fri, Sep 20–24, 9am–1pm
$200 members /$250 nonmembers • Register now
The Center, Hailey
Registration deadline: Fri, Sep 3
This weeklong studio workshop offers students a chance to explore the varied qualities of the oil painting medium with respected painter Connie Borup. Working from photographs, students will learn indirect painting techniques such as underpainting, glazing, stenciling, washing and scumbling. Each student is encouraged to develop his or her personal style and be open to new discoveries. Borup offers a wealth of experience from over thirty years of teaching. She now limits herself to an annual workshop in France and in Sun Valley. Borup exhibits her work locally at the Gail Severn Gallery.
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Encaustic with a Textile Sensibility with Daniella Woolf
Thu–Sat, Sep 30–Oct 2, 10am–4pm
$250 / $300 non-members • Register now
$85 supply fee
The Center, Hailey
Registration deadline: Thu, Sep 16
The ancient technique of encaustic is an exciting tool when used to expand one’s visual vocabulary. You will learn how easy it is to transfer images onto a number of surfaces, as well as metal leafing, collage and working with line and edge. The class will cover safety procedures and setting up your studio and include a presentation on encaustic with a textile sensibility. This translucent medium creates amazing layers, textures and surfaces beyond your wildest dreams!
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Willow Chair Making Workshop with Don King
Sat & Sun, Oct 9 & 10 / Fri–Sun, Oct 15–17, 9am–4pm
$350 /$400 nonmembers, Supply fee: $50 • Register now
The Center, Hailey
Registration deadline: Fri, Sep 24
Challis artist Don King has been making willow furniture for more than twenty years and has taken his craft to a high level of artistry, creating refined one-of-a-kind pieces of heirloom furniture. The class will focus on a traditional gypsy chair design with a bowed back and arms; however, students will be exposed to a variety of design possibilities and creativity will be encouraged. Learning the techniques of willow trimming will be physically challenging and rewarding. You’ll also learn to identify and collect willows—essential for further projects.
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Come to these one evening classes to stretch your creative wings and integrate more art into your life! These classes are designed as introductions and all are welcome. Call in advance to guarantee a space or just show up. To reserve a place, please call 726.9491 ex 10.
2010
Social Networking Series—in Two Parts! with Abbey Christensen
Apr 22, 2010—Exploring the World of Facebook
Apr 29, 2010—To Tweet or Not to Tweet, That is the Question
Drawing Sampler- In 3 parts with Lisa WhitworthOct 8- Line and Angle Oct 15- Shading and Proportion Oct 22- Drawing from 2D Image 5:30-7:30pm at The Center, Hailey
Every June, The Center offers a writer's workshop with highly respected, award-winning authors. The workshops give local writers the opportunity to work with talented instructors right here in the Wood River Valley. Previous instructors have been Ron Carlson, Danielle Trussoni and Anthony Doerr.
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Writing Stories that Sing with Steve Almond
Mon-Fri, Jun 14-18, 2010
9am-12pm, class reading on Thu, Jun 17th at 7pm
$300 members/$350 nonmembers
The Center, Hailey
This intensive workshop will focus on how to write stories that rise into the lyric register. We’ll look at stories by masters such as Tobias Wolff, Joyce Carol Oates, and Donald Barthelme, and discuss all the fundamentals (plot, character, voice, and so on).
But the focus will be on pushing your characters into emotional danger, those moments when they reveal themselves – to you, and to the reader – in their full human measure. Expect a candid discussion of the mistakes aspiring writers make, and several take-home exercises.
Workshop leader, Steve Almond, is the author of the story collections My Life in Heavy Metal and The Evil B.B. Chow, the novel Which Brings Me to You, and the non-fiction books Candy Freaks and (Not That You Asked). His Latest book is Rock and Roll Will Save Your Life and was just released.
Scholarships are available, please call for information 726.9491 x10.
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2009 Workshop:
"Making things Simple": A Workshop for Fiction Writers with Brady Udall
Mon–Fri, June 8–12, 2009 • The Center, Hailey
I probably don’t have to tell you that writing a story is a supremely difficult enterprise. Stories, by their very nature, are complicated, makeshift things. So in this class that’s what we’ll try to do: strip away some of the mysteries of fiction writing, come to stronger understanding of what good stories are, and how they are made. And thereby become better writers ourselves.
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Weaving Workshop with Stefanie Marvel – February 2008
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Beginning Monotype Workshop with Jen Galpin-Mikesh
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Mixed Media idea generating with Lauren Mantecon
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You can register for Center classes by calling the office or registering and paying online at any time! Register for a class now Please make sure to print out a supply list if there is one here on the website. Keep in mind that some of these supplies may need to be purchased well in advance as our local art supplies are quite limited. Materials Please note that is the responsibility of the students to know their own sensitivities to the materials that may be used in any of the classes. All adult classes require students to bring their own supplies. Students can obtain a supply list at the time of registration or through our website. Some supply fees may apply. Registration, Refund and Credit Policy For all classes a 90% refund is given upon withdrawal prior to the registration deadline. No credits or refunds will be given after the registration deadline. When a class is cancelled, students are issued a full refund. College credit is available for most classes through the College of Southern Idaho. Inquire about college credit when registering. An additional fee is charged for college credit and is payable directly to the College of Southern Idaho.
2010
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Drawing Theme Study— Tea Cups, Trees and Faces with Mitsuru Brandon
Weds, May 5–26, 5:30–8:30pm
The Center, Hailey
This class will emphasize pictorial composition, style and color drawing techniques. Advanced drawing students will experiment with the proper application of advanced linear perspective, the depiction of complicated shapes and figures and the ability to convey emotion through drawing elements such as composition, color application and line distortion. By the end of the class, students will have created a body of work in both black and white and color that demonstrates an understanding of design principles and color theory. They will be able to demonstrate critical analysis, both visually and verbally, and make drawings that explore specific aspects of style and process.
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Blogging Intensive with Fara Warner
Thu–Sat, May 6–8, Thu & Fri, 5–8pm and Sat, 10–4pm
The Center, Hailey
For many people, blogging is an intriguing mystery—something that other people do. In this three-day introductory course, participants will explore the blogging, or self-publishing, phenomenon. Participants will visit a variety of blogs, including political, travel and parenting blogs. They will create a blog, find their blog “voice,” and devise a weekly blog writing plan. Practical skills include creating a blog using free Internet-based tools; adding links, photos and video; and taking advantage of social media tools such as Twitter and Facebook to drive readers to blogs. Participants will contribute to a workshop blog designed to help students reach each other’s blogs and see how blog aggregation works. Participants will finish the course with a blog that includes at least three postings, a blog writing plan and tools to drive readers (and potential advertisers) to their blogs.
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Mixed Media / Collage Class with Vicki Fish
Thu–Sat, May 13–15, 10–5pm
The Center, Hailey
$230 members / $280 nonmembers - $20 supply fee • Register Now
Registration deadline: Thu, Apr 29
Think outside the box while making art inside a box! Working with a wide range of traditional and alternative materials, this class will teach you how to transform ordinary objects into something rare and remarkable as you explore the use of the box to make art. Through demonstrations and hands-on projects, we’ll work with assemblage, collage and altered images and learn methods of selection, integration and assembly inherent to this limitless range of materials.
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Writing Stories that Sing with Steve Almond
Mon–Fri, Jun 14–18, 9am–12pm at The Center, Hailey
$300 members / $350 nonmembers • Register now • Registration deadline: Fri, May 28
Steve Almond public reading / discussion
Tue, Jun 15, 6:30pm • Free at The Center, Ketchum
See Lectures for details
Reading by workshop participants
Thu, Jun 17, 6:30pm
Free at The Center, Hailey
This intensive workshop will focus on how to write stories that rise into the lyric register. We’ll look at stories by masters such as Tobias Wolff, Joyce Carol Oates, and Donald Barthelme, and discuss all the fundamentals (plot, character, voice and so on).
But the focus will be on pushing your characters into emotional danger, those moments when they reveal themselves—to you, and to the reader—in their full human measure. Expect a candid discussion of the mistakes aspiring writers make, and several take-home exercises.
Workshop leader Steve Almond is the author of the story collections My Life in Heavy Metal and The Evil B.B. Chow, the novel Which Brings Me to You, and the non-fiction books Candy Freaks and (Not That You Asked). His latest book, Rock and Roll Will Save Your Life, was just released.
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Nature Inspired Memoir: A Reading and Writing Workshop with Fara Warner
Mon–Fri, Jun 21–25, 10am–12pm & 1–3pm, $300 / $350 non-members • Register now
The Center, Hailey, Registration deadline: Mon, Jun 7
The natural world has inspired writers for centuries—from Henry David Thoreau to Terry Tempest Williams. In this workshop, we will explore how nature can inspire us. Reading, writing and field trip exercises that will help participants begin a memoir or jump start an existing project. The workshop will take advantage of the natural beauty of the Wood River Valley, Sawtooth Mountains and Silver Creek Preserve. Mornings will be spent in writing and discussion with two hours of outdoor reflection in the afternoons. Participants will read from nature-inspired writings including Wallace Stegner’s novels and short stories, Mary Oliver’s New and Selected Poems, Kim Barnes’s In the Wilderness, William Kittredge’s Hole in the Sky, Terry Tempest Williams’s Refuge, and Stephen Trimble’s anthology Words from the Land.
Fara Warner is a lecturer in communication studies at the University of Michigan and the 2007–09 Howard R. Marsh Visiting Professor of Journalism. She has been a journalist and author for more than 15 years, writing for the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, and Forbes. She is the author of The Power of the Purse: How Smart Companies Are Adapting to the World's Most Important Consumers—Women. She maintains a blog at www.thepowerofthepurse.com.
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The Center and Company of Fools Present Creative Jump-Ins: Watercolor and Abstract Collage
with Donna Binfield
Wed, Jul 7, 5:30-7:30pm -Watercolor class - Register Now for watercolor
Thu, Jul 8, 5:30-7:30pm - Abstract Collage - Register now for collage
at The Center, Hailey • $25 (each class) • Registration deadline: Wed, Jun 23
Abstract Watercolor - Wednesday, July 7
In abstract watercolor painting, artistic content depends on color and design rather than pictorial representation. This method of watercolor painting is fun for the experienced watercolorist as well as the beginner. It is full of surprises and stretches the imagination. In this class students will be asked to lightly brush or pour color onto wet watercolor paper. After the paper is dry students will be encouraged to find the various shapes and designs within their paper. These images are used to inspire a more realistic or abstract image within their piece. The creative possibilities are endless.
Abstract Collage - Thursday, July 8
Whether you want to try a new medium, or experience your first art class, abstract collage is the perfect opportunity. This fun and flexible medium will help you get the creative wheels rolling. In this assemblage class students will focus on color harmony and design. After seeing finished examples and demonstrations from the instructor, class members will be encouraged to experiment and create their own personal collage style.
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Botanical Drawing and Painting with Kathie Miranda
Mon–Fri, Jul 12–16, 10am–2pm
$325 members / $375 nonmembers • Register now
The Center, Hailey
Registration deadline: Mon, June 28
Explore the beauty of flowering plants and learn traditional botanical art techniques to create realistic plant portraits. On days one and two, students work with graphite to study the variety of exciting forms, structures and textures found in live plant material. The goals are keen observation of details, accurate drawing and full tonal contrast for drawings with exciting three-dimensional form. For the remaining days, students will work in watercolor to paint a simple flower arrangement or flowering plant. Through demonstrations and lectures, learn precise brushwork techniques such as dry brush, how to quickly and accurately match colors of plant life and the correct use of values. Drawing and watercolor experience required.
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Travel Sketching in Watercolor with Susan Perin
Sat, Jul 17, 8am–4pm
$95 members /$145 nonmembers, Supply fee: $35 • Register now
The Center, Ketchum
Registration deadline: Fri, July 2
Do you dream of painting a journal on your next trip? In this one day workshop learn how to do quick sketches with watercolor, pen and a special sketching brush. The materials and techniques are so convenient and compact you can even paint in a moving train, car or bus. Watercolor experience is required. Students will meet at The Center in Ketchum and then will move into the field.
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 The Basics of Watercolor with Susan Perin
Mon–Fri, Jan 11–15, 2010
With just a few colors you can create glorious watercolors, both realistic and abstract. Explore and understand the color wheel—hue, value, and intensity—with your brush. Learn to lay a wash and use wet on wet and glaze techniques. We’ll draw inspiration from our imagination and favorite photos. We will work in the studio on a still life with color, shadows, and reflected light. The week concludes with a critique.
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 Indian Cooking: Perfecting the Curry with Gay Bawa Odmark
Sun, Jan 24, 2010
Bring India to your home with this introductory class to Indian cuisine. If you’ve been wanting to try making Indian curries for the first time, this is the class for you! Students are asked to bring a knife, cutting board and beverage. |
 Italic Lettering and Handmade Books with Wendy Watson Diedrick
Mon–Fri, Feb 1–5, 2010
Create a decorative handmade book using your own italic letters! This class will begin with an introduction to the art of italic calligraphy. Beginning with a monoline letterform, students will learn structure and stroke sequence. Advancing to the edged pen, participants will then experience the characteristic thick and thin style of italic lettering. In addition, participants will create a decorative handmade book using colorful, painted paste papers that they will design. Learn about paper grain, folding, tearing, cutting, page layout and design, and sewn and glued bindings. Students can write simple quotations in their books using their italic letterforms or add other embellishments. The completed book could be a memorable gift or a valued personal keepsake. |
 Printmaking without a Press with Sandy Marostica
Tues-Wed, Feb 9 & 10, 10am-4pm
at The Center, Hailey
Polyester plate lithography was developed to answer the need for a less toxic printing technique. The polyester plate material is approximately the weight of cardstock paper and is porous. Images can be created on the plate through numerous means—litho crayons, Sharpie pens, ink washes or a laser-jet printer. Hand-applied pressure transfers ink from the plate to the paper, eliminating the need for a printing press. This workshop will explore the methods of creating and printing the imaged plates.
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 The Art and Craft of Photography with Dev Khalsa
Fri–Sun, March 5–7, 2010
This digital workshop will take you from the basics of exposure, manipulation of depth of field and shutter speed to the ultimate goal of creating compelling photographs with your digital camera. We will focus not only on the technical aspects of photography, but also take the time to look more closely at our surroundings and to translate light into new and interesting images. The instructor will cover all the necessary ingredients for making great photographs—metering, ISO, lens choice and composition—while strengthening your individual skills. By the end of the workshop, you will be able to control how motion and depth of field affect your photographs and know how to use your camera in manual mode. This workshop will inform, inspire and challenge you to make interesting images in your everyday surroundings. All students are required to have a SLR digital camera. |
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A Natural Eye—Pursuing Your Passion for Photographing the Landscape with Eddie Soloway
Thu, Oct 15: Introductory Talk
Fri–Sun, Oct 16–18: Workshop, 2009
This workshop strives to develop your natural eye first, and then bring the technical skills of photography up to it. During the workshop, we will visit (and revisit in different weather and light conditions) local natural areas and learn to focus less on objects and things and more on the magic of moments and the essence of places. The workshop weaves together eye-opening outdoor experiences, technical lessons, daily image review, and Eddie’s one-on-one meetings with each participant. It is open to anyone with a basic understanding of his or her camera.
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Beginning/Intermediate Oil Painting with Jennifer Bellinger
Tue & Wed, Oct 20–Nov 4, 2009
The focus of this class will be learning to “see” color and mix it. We’ll explore color theory by making a color wheel, a value scale and intensity scale. You will learn how to set up and light a still life and paint simple studies. Intermediate students will be given individual guidance to help them reach the next level in their own painting process. This six-session class meets on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons for three successive weeks.
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FIELD TRIP
Exploring Mines of the Wood River Valley with Tom Blanchard
Sat, Oct 24, 2009
Join Tom Blanchard as he discusses the impact the mining industry has had on the culture and landscape of the Wood River Valley. See what is being done on the environmental front and how Idaho has played a key role in setting federal policy relating to mine clean up. This class will be conducted outside at multiple mine sites, so wear appropriate clothing and footwear and pack a lunch and water.
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Encaustic Painting with Eve-Marie Bergren
Wed & Thurs, Sept 16 & 17, 2009
Encaustic painting is a centuries old technique combining beeswax, resin and pigment to yield incredibly sumptuous results on a variety of different surfaces. In this two day introductory level class, Bergren will touch on the foundations of encaustic painting. Students will be working on old books in conjunction with wood substrates. Students will learn how to duplicate imagery into the surface of the wax, collage imagery and photography in conjunction with text and writing. A variety of papers and imagery will be provided but all participants are encouraged to bring their own. The instructor will bring a box of old books that participants can work on, tear up, cut out sections and pour wax into.... the possibilities are endless! All levels of experience are welcome.
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Encaustic Books with Eve-Marie Bergren
Fri, Sept 18, 2009
This one-day extension of the two day encaustic course will give participants the opportunity to work with the paper and wax properties of encaustic. Bergren will demonstrate how encaustic can be used in a bookmaking capacity on actual structures. Students will learn how to make 2 or 3 mini single sheet folding books where text and imagery transfer techniques will be applied. It is recommended, but not required, that participants take the two day course before this class, as they will have a better understanding of wax and the possibilities inherent in the encaustic medium.
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Oil Painting with Connie Borup
Mon–Fri, Sept 21–25, 2009
This week-long studio workshop offers students a chance to explore the varied qualities of oil paint with respected painter Connie Borup. Working from photographs, students will learn indirect painting techniques such as underpainting, glazing, stenciling, washing and scumbling. Each student is encouraged to develop his or her personal style and be open to new discoveries. Connie offers a wealth of experience from over thirty years of teaching, including 11 years at the University of Utah, and now limits herself to an annual workshop in France and in Sun Valley. She exhibits her work locally at the Gail Severn Gallery.
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Travel Sketching in Watercolor with Susan Perin
Sat, July 18, 2009
Do you dream of painting a journal on your next trip? In this one-day workshop, learn how to do quick sketches with watercolor, pen and a special sketching brush. The materials and techniques are so convenient and compact you can even paint in a moving train, car or bus. Must have some previous watercolor painting experience. A frequent teacher for the Sun Valley Center for the Arts, Perin was born and raised in England and is a graduate of the Parsons School of Design.
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Chain Making with Alison B. Antelman
Tue & Wed, Aug 4 & 5, 2009
Chains are one of the foundations of fine art jewelry in modern and ancient times. Students will gain an appreciation of jewelry creation by making their own chains. Learn to use a jeweler’s saw, coil and cut jump rings and complete a Byzantine bracelet. We will make samples of different patterns and variations of chains as well as explore woven chains. Students will leave the class wearing one of their own sterling silver handmade bracelets along with samples, tools and knowledge to further explore chains on their own. Alison exhibits and sells her work in galleries and at craft shows nationally. She has taught at the Richmond Art Center, Mendocino Art Center, Sun Valley Center for the Arts and through the Southern California Metals Guild at UCSD.
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Woodblock Printmaking with Nick Wroblewski
Thu & Fri, Aug 20 & 21, 2009
Discover the possibilities of printmaking with artist Nick Wroblewski. This class will offer an introduction as well as intermediate techniques for creating a multicolor woodblock print. The instructor will show techniques for transfer, carving, reduction and multiblock methods and help simplify the seemingly complicated world of layers, woodcarving, reversed imagery, registration and printing. Students will learn hand-printing techniques as well as techniques that utilize a manual printing press. Students will be encouraged to discuss imagery, abstraction and conceptual intent. To find out more about the instructor and see examples of his work, visit www.nickwroblewski.com.
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Plein Air Watercolor with Susan Perin
Wed–Fri, Sept 9–11, 2009
Learn how much fun it can be to paint outdoors and capture the essence of what you see. Condense your supplies into a small knapsack and free yourself to explore the great outdoors without being weighed down by too much stuff. The class will visit three different scenic locales where you can paint to your heart’s content while receiving lots of individual pointers on plein air techniques. Students must have some watercolor experience.
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Moving beyond the Beginning in Watercolor with Susan Perin
NEW DATES:
March 30, April 1 & 3, 2009
Instructor Susan Perin will emphasize composition and the basic principles of focal point and design and introduce different techniques for adding texture. Students will work from photos and still lifes. |
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Grow Better Vegetables
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Held at Sawtooth Botanical Garden
The Sun Valley Center for the Arts has teamed up with the Sawtooth Botanical Garden to bring you a workshop on vegetable gardening. Learn the tricks of the trade on how to grow a successful garden in our high altitude climate.
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Hagerman Valley Greenhouse Tour
Sat, April 18, 2009
$30 (includes transport & samples)
In conjunction with Farming in the 21st Century, Idaho's Bounty Co-op is hosting this unique spring farm tour. Geothermal energy is abundant in the Magic Valley food shed and Idaho's Bounty works with greenhouse owners who provide fresh local greens, citrus and vegetables.
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Beginning to Intermediate Oil Painting with Jennifer Bellinger
Wednesdays, Jan 21-Feb 11, 2009
The focus of this class will be learning to “see” color and mix it. Explore color theory by making a color wheel, a value scale and intensity scale. You will learn how to set up and light a still life and paint simple studies. Intermediate students will be given individual guidance to help them reach the next level in their own painting process.
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Photoshop 101 for Photographers with Stacie Brew
Sat, Feb 21, 2009
Learn the basics of improving your photos using Adobe Photoshop. The class will cover the essential Photoshop tools, which allow you to resize your images, add text, clone, and manipulate the color and lighting. Students are encouraged to bring in a few of their own digital photos to work on. |
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Introduction to Italic Calligraphy with Wendy Diedrick
This class will introduce students to the world of beautiful writing. A brief historic overview of italic calligraphy will be discussed. The class will begin with linear practice and letterform structure. Students will then advance to stroke sequence and explore the thick and thin characteristic style of italic writing. Each participant will complete this class with an appreciation and respect for the complexities and appeal of this art form. |
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Simple Handmade Books with Wendy Diedrick
Learn the fundamentals of the art of making books. Students will learn to create both a folded concertina and accordion book by using a simple manuscript book structure. Learn about paper grain, folding, tearing, cutting and sewing bindings. |
2008
Experiencing Collage with Gary Nisbet, Oct 13–17 The Basics of Watercolor with Susan Perin, Thursdays, Sept 4–25 Encaustic Painting with Eve-Marie Bergren, Sept 22 & 23 Travel Sketching with Susan Perin, July 19 Encaustic Photography with Eve-Marie Bergren, Sept 24 Watercolor Painting the Fun and Easy Way with Bob Fagan, Aug 27–29 Rebirth: After the Castle Rock Fire - Birdwatching and sketching with Brian and Debbie Edgers-Sturges, July 8 Travel Sketching with Susan Perin, July 19 Intro to Collograph with Zoey Pierce, July 29 & 30 Jewelry Making with Festival Artist Alison Antelman, Aug 5 & 6 Oil Painting with Connie Borup, Sept 29 -Oct 3
2007
Memoir Writing Workshop with Danielle Trussoni, Mon-Fri, Jun 11-15 Plein Air Painting in Oil with Frank LaLumia, Jul 9-13 Kirsten Furlong Introduction to Drawing: Line, Shape and Value with Kirsten Furlong, Jul 24-27 Introduction to Painting with Kirsten Furlong, Jul 28-31 Arts & Crafts Festival Featured Artist Woodblock Printing with Nick Wroblewski, Aug 14 • www.nickwroblewski.com Plein Air Watercolor with Susan Perin, Aug 27-29 Travel Sketching in Watercolor with Susan Perin, Sep 15 The Art of Mixing It Up: Mixed Media/Collage with Inez Storer, Sep 18-20 • http://www.inezstorer.com Eve-Marie Bergren Encaustic Painting with Eve-Marie Bergren, Sep 29 & 30 • http://www.evemariebergren.com Mike Ausman Lampwork Glass with Mike Ausman, Oct 9 & 11 Connie Borup Oil Painting with Connie Borup • Oct 15-19 • http://connieborup.com
2006
Underground Comics with MaryEllen Mahar Fri, Jan 6–Feb 10 Lampwork Glass with Mike Ausman Sat & Sun, Jan 28-29 Botanical Drawing with Irina Gronberg Wed-Fri, Feb 15-17 Drawing for Beginners with Irina Gronberg Wed-Fri, Feb 15-17 Acrylic Painting and Image Transfer with Jen Galpin-Mikesh & Gay Odmark Mar, 2-23 Engaging Your Creative Potential: A Mixed Media, Idea Generating Process with Lauren Mantecon Mar 27-Mar 31 Advanced Mixed-Media Group Show with Lauren Mantecon, Wed–Fri, May 10–12 Encaustic Painting Demonstration, Thu, Jun 15 Encaustic Painting Workshop with Eve-Marie Bergren, Fri–Sun, Jun 16–18 Finding the Story: A Workshop on the Fiction Process with Ron Carlson, Mon –Fri, June 19 –23 The Basics of Watercolor Workshop with Susan Perin, June 26–30 Willow Chair Making Workshop with Don King, Mon–Fri, July 10–14 A Brush with Nature: Watercolor Painting with Sheila Gardner, Mon–Thu, July 31–Aug 3 Arts & Crafts Festival Class: Make Your Own Books! with Edward Bailey, Tue, Aug 15 Introduction to Drawing: Line, Shape and Value with Kirsten Furlong, Fri & Sat, Sept 15 & 16 Oil Painting with Connie Borup, Mon–Fri, Sept 25–29 Cedar Basket Making with Lisa Telford, Fri & Sat, Oct 13 & 14 From Art to Action with Zach Pine Sat & Sun, Nov 11 & 12, 10am–noon
One Night Creative Workshops 2006 Mosaics with Bob Dix Tue, Feb 7 Printmaking with Britt Udesen Tue, Mar 7 Origami with Bob Dix Tue, Apr 11 Stamping and Stenciling on Fabric with Deb Gelet Tue, Nov 7
2005
Exploring Creativity through Collage with Holly Holmquist Wednesdays Feb 23, Mar 2, 9, and 16 Engaging Your Creative Potential: A Mixed-Media, Idea Generating Process with Lauren Mantecon Mon-Thu, Mar 28-31 Encaustic Painting with Eve-Marie Bergren Fri-Sun, Jun 17-19 • Visit Eve-Marie's website Architecture is for the Birds with Amy Anderson Wed-Fri, Jun 22-24 Watercolor Painting with Ted Villa Mon-Fri, Jul 11-15 Landscape Painting in Oil with Robert Grogan Mon-Fri, Aug 1-5 • Visit Robert Grogan's Website Textile Surface Design with Deb Gelet Wed & Thu, Aug 24 & 25 Watercolor for Beginners with Marian Dunn Mon-Fri, Sep 12-16 • Visit Marian Dunn's Website Intermediate/Advanced Watercolor with Marian Dunn Mon-Fri, Sep 12-16 Landscape Painting in Oil with Connie Borup Mon-Fri, Sep 19-23 • Visit Connie Borup's Website A Natural Eye - Pursuing Your Passion for Photographing the Landscape with Eddie Soloway Oct 26-30 ONE NIGHT CREATIVE WORKSHOPS 2005 Journal Making Oct 18 Lampwork Glass Beads Nov 8
Italic Lettering and Handmade Books with Wendy Watson Diedrick
Mon–Fri, Feb 1–5, 2–5pm
The Center, Hailey
$165 members / $215 nonmembers
Registration deadline: Fri, Jan 15
Create a decorative handmade book using your own italic letters! This class will begin with an introduction to the art of italic calligraphy. Beginning with a monoline letterform, students will learn structure and stroke sequence. Advancing to the edged pen, participants will then experience the characteristic thick and thin style of italic lettering. In addition, participants will create a decorative handmade book using colorful, painted paste papers that they will design. Learn about paper grain, folding, tearing, cutting, page layout and design, and sewn and glued bindings. Students can write simple quotations in their books using their italic letterforms or add other embellishments. The completed book could be a memorable gift or a valued personal keepsake.
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