Accordion Books

Thursday, April 1, 6 – 9pm.

Teacher:  Sarah Bryant, Victor Hammer Fellow, Wells College Book Arts Center

Cost: $50 Members/$65 Non-members 

Accordion books are a fundamental building block for the innovative book artist or book binder. Their applications range far and include album structures, artist's books, as well as simple bindings. In this workshop, students will start from the beginning with the accordion fold, splice these folds together, and make hard covers with board and decorative paper for their accordion book

Simple Link Stitch

Tuesday, April 27, 6 – 9pm.

Teacher:  Sarah Bryant

Cost: $50 Members/$65 Non-members 

One of the oldest book structures, the link stitch is a simple and beautiful binding. Students will each be guided through the steps to make a lovely, soft cover book with exposed sewing at the spine. These books make beautiful gifts, are ideal for travel journals or simply for everyday use. Each student will leave with a book, and with the ability to repeat the process at home!

Digital Photography

Saturday, February 27, 10am – 4pm. 

Teacher:  Laura Jackett

Cost: $60 Members/$75 Non-members

So you’ve gotten a new fangled digital camera. Now what? This class will teach you the basics of shooting with your digital camera, from raw format to pixel size. As with a film camera, there are many basic factors like line, shape, color and texture that can improve your imagery. We’ll discuss how to frame, compose and light your subjects for better results. Of course, some of the biggest questions have to do with storing, sharing and printing your photos. We have the answers for you.

Supply List for Students: digital cameras, download device or cable, memory card, 6 8.5 x 11 sheets of photo paper (optional: laptop and cds)

Slow Drying Acrylics

Tuesdays, March 2 & 9, 6 – 9pm.

Teacher:  Tom Hussey

Cost: $60 Members/$75 Non-members

The versatile properties of Golden Open slow drying acrylics will be explored in this 2-day workshop. Auburn artist Tom Hussey will offer an introduction to the medium, discuss and demonstrate a range of its properties and potentials.This is a must for painters frustrated with the fast drying limitations of conventional acrylics and for those seeking a less-toxic and easy cleanup alternative to traditional oils. Participants will experience a hands-on introduction through guided exercises along with a chance to work on a small finished piece.

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Watercolors

Wednesdays, March 3 – April 7 (6 weeks), 1 – 3pm.

Teacher:  Tom Hussey

Cost: $90 Members/$105 Non-members

This 6-week class will explore various elements that make up a successful watercolor painting. Each week Auburn artist Tom Hussey will provide a demonstration and information on a focus topic such as mixing colors, rendering reflections, and creating dramatic interest in a painting. The focus of instruction will be in representational still lifes and landscapes. Hands on experience will include simple studies, as well as finished paintings, with plenty of opportunity for individual feedback and instruction. This course is suitable for beginning to intermediate watercolorists.

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Painting with Pastel:  Focus on Color & Application

Saturdays, April 10 & 17, 10am – 4pm. 

Teacher:  Mary Padgett

Cost: $145 Members/$160 Non-members

Lab Fee: $10 to be paid to instructor

Pastel is pure pigment, the most colorful of all painting mediums. It is also versatile, applied as line or broad tone or mixed with water based-media. This workshop will focus on these two characteristics by experimenting with color palettes, considering principles of color theory, and looking at a variety of technical applications. The subject will be flowers and students will have the opportunity to view both historic and contemporary examples of floral painting. Beginner through advanced levels are welcome.

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Quilting by the Lake Conference July 18 - 30, 2010