Spring 2008

Painting by Seija Floderus

ICON PAINTING

Fri./Sat./Sun. (10am-4pm) Mar. 28 - 30
Seija Floderus
#SP0708
Brookfield Campus

Icons use traditional motifs to express ideas and feelings. The egg tempera painting methods taught in this workshop by Finish artist Seija Floderus were used by the early Christian Byzantine icon painters. Students will learn how to prepare the surface of the wood blocks; then will prepare an icon drawing, which will be moved to the prepared surface. The group will also learn how to mix egg tempera pigments and paint images with this material. The instructor will also show students how to inlay gold leaf and seal the finished surface. A materials fee will provide wood blocks, paint brushes & pallets, pigments and some gold leaf. Both beginners and experienced icon painters are welcome.

$345 for members / $370 for nonmembers
Plus a Materials Fee of $60

David Silver Demonstrates Bonsai Care

THE ART OF BONSAI

Sat. (10am-4pm) April 5
David Silver
#SP2608
Brookfield Campus

The traditional Japanese art of bonsai is unique in that the artist works with living growing materials. In this practical one day workshop open to anyone, students will create their own bonsai masterpiece. Topics covered will include: fundamentals of bonsai care, maintenance plus aspects of training. No previous bonsai experience is necessary.

$165 for members / $190 for non-members
Plus a Materials Fee of $50

TAI CHI FOR THE CREATIVE SOUL

Session I: 4 Weds. (7-8pm) April 9 - April 30 #SP2708
Session II: 4 Weds. (10:30-11:30am) April 9 - April 30 #SP2808
Session III: 4 Weds. (10:30-11:30am) May 7 - 28 #SP2908
Session IV: 4 Weds. (7-8pm) May 7 - 28 #SP3008
Susan Bradley
Brookfield Campus

Enhance your creativity and well being with the ancient Chinese arts of Tai Chi and Chi Kung. Tai Chi is a series of gentle flowing movements that develop stamina, inner peace, centering, mental alertness and focus, internal energy and creative vitality. Easy to learn, Chi Kung, is the perfect balance of inner tranquility and graceful healing flow. Make the most of your vital energy and infuse your artistic expression with the creative spark of these mind-body-spirit techniques taught in this enjoyable class. Designed especially for artists, this series is ideal for beginners as well as more advanced students.

$50 for members / $75 for non-members

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Mosaic by Cynthia Fisher

MOSAIC HOUSE NUMBERS

Sat./Sun. (10am-4pm) April 12-13
Cynthia Fisher
#SP3608
Brookfield Campus

Mosaics are colorful, fun to make and will last forever. Explore the exciting medium of vitreous glass mosaics in this two-day introductory class. The instructor will provide all the basics of designing and assembling a mosaic in the indirect method. The project in this class will be making a colorful mosaic house number. The group will review color and the mosaic palette and the importance of tile shape along with how the laying pattern affects the overall design plus much more.

$240 for members/ $265 for non-members
Plus a Materials Fee of $40

LIFE STORIES THROUGH THE VESSEL FORMS

Sun. (10am-4pm) May 18
Miani Carnevale
#SP3108
Brookfield Campus

Unique Vessel by Miani Carnevale

Everything you create contributes to the story you author as your life. Consider the possibility that all you are ever creating is yourself. That you are the work of art and all else is but your reflection. In an atmosphere of exploration and play students in this class will use the vessel form as a mirror and metaphor. Working with recycled industrial, manmade and found natural materials the group will craft free form, sculptural containers that naturally reflect their personal views of the world while simultaneously allowing them to see what is possible. With a focus on the creative process the group will explore and express the prayerful side of intent while moving from the outer world of expectation to an inner world of creativity and connection. From this place it is possible to experience your connection with all life and know that we are all mirrors for the other. Come, play, explore and experience yourself and the world at large through the eyes of connection. This workshop includes journaling and group sharing.

$165 for members / $190 for non-members
Plus a Materials Fee of $20

A COLLAGE EXPERIENCE

Sat. (10am-4pm) June 7
Charlotte Hedlund
#SP3208
Brookfield Campus

If you are a collector of everything, like feathers, photos, buttons, bones, bits of paper, fibers & fabrics, thoughts & ideas, colors & textures, then this one day workshop is for you. Students will be guided through the process of organizing their treasures, exploring their possibilities and unleashing their creativity to produce exciting collage studies. Participants will explore various techniques for collaging and attaching and will experiment with preparing papers, integrating materials and adding objects. Materials will be available, but participants are encouraged to bring their own collections and scraps.

$165 for members / $190 for non-members
Plus a Materials Fee of $10

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MOSAIC BACKSPLASH OR TABLETOP

Fri.-Sun. (10am-4pm) June 13 -15
Cynthia Fisher
#SP3308
Brookfield Campus

Glass mosaic by Cynthia Fisher

Vitreous glass mosaics are colorful, fun to make and will last forever. In this three day workshop, students will create a mosaic backsplash for the kitchen or bathroom OR they can choose to make a small tabletop. The group will learn about color and the mosaic palette, how tile shape creates visual texture, the way laying patterns (opus) affects overall mosaic design and much more. The indirect method will be taught in which students will create their mosaic on a panel in class. Come with an idea of what you would like to portray, be it realistic, abstract or decorative, or find inspiration from one of my mosaic source books. This workshop is ideal for those who have some experience in mosaics OR are willing to jump right in on an ambitious project. You can visit the instructor's website, BIGBANGMOSAICS.COM for an idea of the possibilities. Perspective students are encouraged to contact Cynthia in advance with questions about their projects.

$350 for members / $375 for non-members
Plus a Materials Fee of $60

STONE MASONRY & TROUGH WORKSHOP

Sat. (10am-4pm) June 21
Tim Currier
#SP3408
Sticks and Stones Farm Retreat in Newtown, CT

If you've ever contemplated working with stone, building a stone wall, or making a moss and native plant trough, this class is a must! Participants in this unique hands-on class will work with bluestone and small native stones and learn construction techniques suitable for many home stone projects. The group will learn stonewall building techniques and then apply them while making a stone trough garden planter suitable for their home. The workshop will take place on the instructor's sixty acre Sticks and Stones Farm in lower Newtown. Material's fee includes all materials and a delicious lunch. Class size is limited for this rain or shine class so register early. Stone, moss, mass solid and organic food will also be available for purchase.

$165 for members / $190 for non-members
Plus a Materials Fee of $55

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