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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
Be sure to watch for the newest additions. We strive for quality programs for
your learning enjoyment.
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 on Canvas JH |
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| Collage Samples JH |
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| Collage Samples JH |
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
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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 |
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
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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
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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)
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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 with photo |
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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