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February 2012
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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  Debbie Cannatella 3 Day Mixed-Watermedia Collage Workshop 9:30-4pm
  Debbie Cannatella 3 Day Mixed-Watermedia Collage Workshop 9:30-4pm
  Debbie Cannatella 3 Day Mixed-Watermedia Collage Workshop 9:30-4pm
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  Debbie Cannatella 3 Day Mixed-Watermedia Collage Workshop 9:30-4pm
  Debbie Cannatella 3 Day Mixed-Watermedia Collage Workshop 9:30-4pm
  THURSDAYS~ SOFT PASTELS or OIL PAINTING- DONNA GARVEN ~ 9:30 am -12:30
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  Debbie Cannatella 3 Day Mixed-Watermedia Collage Workshop 9:30-4pm
  Beginning/Intermediate watercolor Class/Judith DeShong Hall 10am-1pm
  First Friday Hearts for the Arts Reception February 3rd 5:30-7:30
4
  Jean Reeves Jewelry Workshop –Wire Wrap Flower Pendants Time:12-4pm
5
  Jean Reeves Jewelry Workshop–Advanced Wire Wrap Neck w/attached Flower Pendant
6
  SUE MCCLURG JEWELRY WORKSHOP 9:30-12:30
  Bill Hildebrand-Hand Built Pottery Workshop 6:30-8:30 1/23 through 2/27
7
  FIRST TUESDAY-PORTRAIT DRAWING-PAT DONOHUE -9:30-12:30
8
  GAY GREER BEAD WEAVING BRACELET /JEWELRY WORKSHOPS 12-4pm
9
  THURSDAYS~ SOFT PASTELS or OIL PAINTING- DONNA GARVEN ~ 9:30 am -12:30
10
  Beginning / Intermediate Watercolor Judith DeShong Hall 10am-1pm
11
  Jane Gillette 2 Day Watercolor Workshop-Saturday Feb.11 & Saturday Feb.18
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  SUE MCCLURG JEWELRY WORKSHOP 9:30-12:30
  Bill Hildebrand-Hand Built Pottery Workshop 6:30-8:30 1/23 through 2/27
14
  TUESDAYS-Drop In and Draw-PAT DONOHUE 9:30-12:30
15
  Guy Morrow 3 Day Oil/Acrylic Workshop 2/15,16,17 Time:9:30am-5pm
16
  NO DONNA GARVEN PASTEL/OIL CLASS TODAY
  Guy Morrow 3 Day Oil/Acrylic Workshop 2/15,16,17 Time:9:30am-5pm
17
  NO WATERCOLOR CLASS TODAY
  Guy Morrow 3 Day Oil/Acrylic Workshop 2/15,16,17 Time:9:30am-5pm
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  Jane Gillette 2 Day Watercolor Workshop-Saturday Feb.11 & Saturday Feb.18
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  SUE MCCLURG JEWELRY WORKSHOP 9:30-12:30
  Bill Hildebrand-Hand Built Pottery Workshop 6:30-8:30 1/23 through 2/27
21
  TUESDAYS-Drop In and Draw-PAT DONOHUE 9:30-12:30
22
  GAY GREER BEAD WEAVING BRACELET /JEWELRY WORKSHOPS 12-4pm
23
  SOFT PASTELS or OIL PAINTING~ DONNA GARVEN ~ 9:30 am -12:30
24
  BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR Judith DeShong Hall 10 am-1 pm
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  SUE MCCLURG JEWELRY WORKSHOP 9:30-12:30
  Bill Hildebrand-Hand Built Pottery Workshop 6:30-8:30 1/23 through 2/27
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  TUESDAYS-Drop In and Draw-PAT DONOHUE 9:30-12:30
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Jan 30th, 2012 (Mon) -- Feb 1st, 2012 (Wed)
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  Debbie Cannatella 3 Day Mixed-Watermedia Collage Workshop 9:30-4pm
Debbie Cannatella 3 Day Mixed-Watermedia Collage Workshop
Jan.30,31& Feb.1stDays: Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
Time: 9:30am –4pm $275 for all 3 days min. 6 max. 16 Pre-pay by January 23rd Collage supplies are included (collage papers, archival paste, metallic gouache, etc). Students should bring their (transparent only) watercolors, 2 full sheets of Arches 140# watercolor Cold Press paper, brushes (including a mop-style that holds a lot of water), a styrofoam egg carton or small containers to mix paints, watercolor palette with large mixing area, and a clean household sponge.

Debbie says-Hand made marbled kosi paper, Thai lace paper, metallic powders, and Japanese rice parchments will introduce you to a new way to explore non-objective collage painting with water media.
You don’t need to be a proficient artists to play with this technique. No experience necessary, but a working knowledge of how to use watercolor will be helpful. Those proficient in painting can apply strong elements of design to their composition to take this process further. Two paintings can be done and the entire class will participate in a positive critique at the end of the third day.
Jan 31st, 2012 (Tue) -- Feb 2nd, 2012 (Thu)
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  Debbie Cannatella 3 Day Mixed-Watermedia Collage Workshop 9:30-4pm
Debbie Cannatella 3 Day Mixed-Watermedia Collage Workshop
Jan.30,31& Feb.1stDays: Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
Time: 9:30am –4pm $275 for all 3 days min. 6 max. 16 Pre-pay by January 23rd Collage supplies are included (collage papers, archival paste, metallic gouache, etc). Students should bring their (transparent only) watercolors, 2 full sheets of Arches 140# watercolor Cold Press paper, brushes (including a mop-style that holds a lot of water), a styrofoam egg carton or small containers to mix paints, watercolor palette with large mixing area, and a clean household sponge.

Debbie says-Hand made marbled kosi paper, Thai lace paper, metallic powders, and Japanese rice parchments will introduce you to a new way to explore non-objective collage painting with water media.
You don’t need to be a proficient artists to play with this technique. No experience necessary, but a working knowledge of how to use watercolor will be helpful. Those proficient in painting can apply strong elements of design to their composition to take this process further. Two paintings can be done and the entire class will participate in a positive critique at the end of the third day.
Feb 1st, 2012 (Wed) -- Feb 3rd, 2012 (Fri)
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  Debbie Cannatella 3 Day Mixed-Watermedia Collage Workshop 9:30-4pm
Debbie Cannatella 3 Day Mixed-Watermedia Collage Workshop
Jan.30,31& Feb.1stDays: Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
Time: 9:30am –4pm $275 for all 3 days min. 6 max. 16 Pre-pay by January 23rd Collage supplies are included (collage papers, archival paste, metallic gouache, etc). Students should bring their (transparent only) watercolors, 2 full sheets of Arches 140# watercolor Cold Press paper, brushes (including a mop-style that holds a lot of water), a styrofoam egg carton or small containers to mix paints, watercolor palette with large mixing area, and a clean household sponge.

Debbie says-Hand made marbled kosi paper, Thai lace paper, metallic powders, and Japanese rice parchments will introduce you to a new way to explore non-objective collage painting with water media.
You don’t need to be a proficient artists to play with this technique. No experience necessary, but a working knowledge of how to use watercolor will be helpful. Those proficient in painting can apply strong elements of design to their composition to take this process further. Two paintings can be done and the entire class will participate in a positive critique at the end of the third day.
Feb 2nd, 2012 (Thu)
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  THURSDAYS~ SOFT PASTELS or OIL PAINTING- DONNA GARVEN ~ 9:30 am -12:30
THURSDAYS~ SOFT PASTELS ~ DONNA GARVEN ~ 9:30 am -12:30 pm-Cost: $15.00 non-members $13.50 Members.Get your set of Soft Pastels,(Michaels or Hobby Lobby has them at 14.95 ,you can buy the right paper from the instructor so you are ready to participate in this fun class!
THURSDAYS~ OIL PAINTING ~ DONNA GARVEN ~ 9:30 am -12:30 pm Cost: $15.00 She will teach the basics of Oil Painting and the use of Color. Subjects will be varied each week. Come join her and she will introduce you to the fun of Oil Painting and how to use soft pastels. The Basics in Oil, brush techniques, color washes, blending /mixing paint and use of a palette knife
Feb 3rd, 2012 (Fri)
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  Beginning/Intermediate watercolor Class/Judith DeShong Hall 10am-1pm
FRIDAYS ~ BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR Judith DeShong Hall 10 am-1 pm $ 25 if you just drop in or $80 for 4.Supply List will be available at front desk.Come learn to paint or improve your skills with this very talented instructor.
Feb 3rd, 2012 (Fri)
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  First Friday Hearts for the Arts Reception February 3rd 5:30-7:30
First Friday Hearts for the Arts Reception February 3rd 5:30-7:30
February Sponsor~ Loyd Neal
Hearts for Arts Silent Auction 1/30 –2/13
Int’l Crane Foundation Children’s /Crane Bird of Peace-World Art Exhibit 2/16-2/26
Come enjoy great art artists, live music and refreshments!
Feb 4th, 2012 (Sat)
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  Jean Reeves Jewelry Workshop –Wire Wrap Flower Pendants Time:12-4pm
2/4Saturday- Jean Reeves Instruct –Wire Wrap Flower Pendants
Time:12-4pm Cost: $45 Instruction + $20 Supplies (nice quality beads)
all Tools provided. Pre-pay by 1/28 Min. 5 students 10 max.
Feb 5th, 2012 (Sun)
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  Jean Reeves Jewelry Workshop–Advanced Wire Wrap Neck w/attached Flower Pendant
2/5 SUNDAY-Jean Reeves Instruct –
Advanced WireWrap-5 strand necklace with attached Flower pendant
Time:12-4pm Cost: $45 Instruction + $20 Supplies
all Tools provided. Pre-pay by 1/28 Min. 5 students 10 max.
Feb 6th, 2012 (Mon)
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  SUE MCCLURG JEWELRY WORKSHOP 9:30-12:30
Click on Classes/Activities on the home page for specifics on what is taught on which dates

SUE MCCLURG JEWELRY WORKSHOP/Pre-pay a week ahead or by the Friday before at the latest.
Feb 6th, 2012 (Mon)
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  Bill Hildebrand-Hand Built Pottery Workshop 6:30-8:30 1/23 through 2/27
Bill Hildebrand-Hand Built Pottery Workshop-January 23-Thru Feb. 27
Mondays -6:30-8:30pm
Cost:$150 includes all supplies, Clay, Glazes and all tools will be provided for your use. Pre-register & Pre-pay by January 16th
Come learn how to make pottery of your own, in this fun and informational class.
Feb 7th, 2012 (Tue)
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  FIRST TUESDAY-PORTRAIT DRAWING-PAT DONOHUE -9:30-12:30
FIRST TUESDAY-PORTRAIT DRAWING-PAT DONOHUE -9:30-12:30
Cost:$15.00 non-members $13.50 Members Come, learn to draw portraits or improve your skills and have a great time! Bring your drawing supplies.
Feb 8th, 2012 (Wed)
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  GAY GREER BEAD WEAVING BRACELET /JEWELRY WORKSHOPS 12-4pm
Click on Classes/Activities on the home page to see specifics on what will be taught on what date

Pre-Pay a week in advance of each workshop
Feb 9th, 2012 (Thu)
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  THURSDAYS~ SOFT PASTELS or OIL PAINTING- DONNA GARVEN ~ 9:30 am -12:30
THURSDAYS~ SOFT PASTELS ~ DONNA GARVEN ~ 9:30 am -12:30 pm-Cost: $15.00 non-members $13.50 Members.Get your set of Soft Pastels,(Michaels or Hobby Lobby has them at 14.95 ,you can buy the right paper from the instructor so you are ready to participate in this fun class!
THURSDAYS~ OIL PAINTING ~ DONNA GARVEN ~ 9:30 am -12:30 pm Cost: $15.00 She will teach the basics of Oil Painting and the use of Color. Subjects will be varied each week. Come join her and she will introduce you to the fun of Oil Painting and how to use soft pastels. The Basics in Oil, brush techniques, color washes, blending /mixing paint and use of a palette knife
Feb 10th, 2012 (Fri)
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  Beginning / Intermediate Watercolor Judith DeShong Hall 10am-1pm
Beginning / Intermediate Watercolor
Judith DeShong Hall Fridays 10am-1pm Cost: 4 classes for $80 or $25.00 for one class.Come, learn to paint or advance your painting skills with this very talented instructor. Supply list will be available.
Feb 11th, 2012 (Sat)
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  Jane Gillette 2 Day Watercolor Workshop-Saturday Feb.11 & Saturday Feb.18
Jane Gillette 2 Day Watercolor Workshop-Saturday February 11th & Saturday February 18th Time: 9:30-4 pm Cost: $130 includes both days Pre-pay by February 4th.
If you are a beginning watercolorist you will learn how to compose a painting, how to work with paint to create volume, create depth with contrast, work with and control the water and go home with a painting. If you are an experienced watercolorist you can work in your style, learn to incorporate the magic of big washes and tackle other problems you might be having, moving toward your goals as an artist. We will talk about interpreting photographs, developing a palette, personal expression and creating a body of work.The class will include demos, individual instruction and group critiques. Please come to class with ideas of what you hope to accomplish and what your goals are. For ideas about what the instructor has to offer, visit www.janeandrlegillette.com to view her work
Feb 13th, 2012 (Mon)
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  SUE MCCLURG JEWELRY WORKSHOP 9:30-12:30
Click on Classes/Activities on the home page for specifics on what is taught on which dates

SUE MCCLURG JEWELRY WORKSHOP/Pre-pay a week ahead or by the Friday before at the latest.
Feb 13th, 2012 (Mon)
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  Bill Hildebrand-Hand Built Pottery Workshop 6:30-8:30 1/23 through 2/27
Bill Hildebrand-Hand Built Pottery Workshop-January 23-Thru Feb. 27
Mondays -6:30-8:30pm
Cost:$150 includes all supplies, Clay, Glazes and all tools will be provided for your use. Pre-register & Pre-pay by January 16th
Come learn how to make pottery of your own, in this fun and informational class.
Feb 14th, 2012 (Tue)
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  TUESDAYS-Drop In and Draw-PAT DONOHUE 9:30-12:30
TUESDAYS-Drop In and Draw-PAT DONOHUE 9:30-12:30
Cost:$15.00 non-members $13.50 Members Come, learn to draw or improve your skills and have a great time! Bring your drawing supplies.
Feb 15th, 2012 (Wed)
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  Guy Morrow 3 Day Oil/Acrylic Workshop 2/15,16,17 Time:9:30am-5pm
Guy Morrow 3 Day Oil/Acrylic Workshop February 15,16 & 17
Days: Wednesday,Thursday & Friday Time: 9:30am -5pm
$175 for all 3 days Pre-register & Pre-pay by February 7th
Supply List available at front Desk.
Come paint in Oil or Acrylic with a very fine instructor.
Feb 16th, 2012 (Thu)
  NO DONNA GARVEN PASTEL/OIL CLASS TODAY
NO DONNA GARVEN PASTEL/OIL CLASS TODAY
Feb 16th, 2012 (Thu)
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  Guy Morrow 3 Day Oil/Acrylic Workshop 2/15,16,17 Time:9:30am-5pm
Guy Morrow 3 Day Oil/Acrylic Workshop February 15,16 & 17
Days: Wednesday,Thursday & Friday Time: 9:30am -5pm
$175 for all 3 days Pre-register & Pre-pay by February 7th
Supply List available at front Desk.
Come paint in Oil or Acrylic with a very fine instructor.
Feb 17th, 2012 (Fri)
  NO WATERCOLOR CLASS TODAY
NO WATERCOLOR CLASS TODAY
Feb 17th, 2012 (Fri)
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  Guy Morrow 3 Day Oil/Acrylic Workshop 2/15,16,17 Time:9:30am-5pm
Guy Morrow 3 Day Oil/Acrylic Workshop February 15,16 & 17
Days: Wednesday,Thursday & Friday Time: 9:30am -5pm
$175 for all 3 days Pre-register & Pre-pay by February 7th
Supply List available at front Desk.
Come paint in Oil or Acrylic with a very fine instructor.
Feb 18th, 2012 (Sat)
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  Jane Gillette 2 Day Watercolor Workshop-Saturday Feb.11 & Saturday Feb.18
Jane Gillette 2 Day Watercolor Workshop-Saturday February 11th & Saturday February 18th Time: 9:30-4 pm Cost: $130 includes both days Pre-pay by February 4th.
If you are a beginning watercolorist you will learn how to compose a painting, how to work with paint to create volume, create depth with contrast, work with and control the water and go home with a painting. If you are an experienced watercolorist you can work in your style, learn to incorporate the magic of big washes and tackle other problems you might be having, moving toward your goals as an artist. We will talk about interpreting photographs, developing a palette, personal expression and creating a body of work.The class will include demos, individual instruction and group critiques. Please come to class with ideas of what you hope to accomplish and what your goals are. For ideas about what the instructor has to offer, visit www.janeandrlegillette.com to view her work
Feb 20th, 2012 (Mon)
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  SUE MCCLURG JEWELRY WORKSHOP 9:30-12:30
Click on Classes/Activities on the home page for specifics on what is taught on which dates

SUE MCCLURG JEWELRY WORKSHOP/Pre-pay a week ahead or by the Friday before at the latest.
Feb 20th, 2012 (Mon)
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  Bill Hildebrand-Hand Built Pottery Workshop 6:30-8:30 1/23 through 2/27
Bill Hildebrand-Hand Built Pottery Workshop-January 23-Thru Feb. 27
Mondays -6:30-8:30pm
Cost:$150 includes all supplies, Clay, Glazes and all tools will be provided for your use. Pre-register & Pre-pay by January 16th
Come learn how to make pottery of your own, in this fun and informational class.
Feb 21st, 2012 (Tue)
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  TUESDAYS-Drop In and Draw-PAT DONOHUE 9:30-12:30
TUESDAYS-Drop In and Draw-PAT DONOHUE 9:30-12:30
Cost:$15.00 non-members $13.50 Members Come, learn to draw or improve your skills and have a great time! Bring your drawing supplies.
Feb 22nd, 2012 (Wed)
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  GAY GREER BEAD WEAVING BRACELET /JEWELRY WORKSHOPS 12-4pm
Click on Classes/Activities on the home page to see specifics on what will be taught on what date

Pre-Pay a week in advance of each workshop
Feb 23rd, 2012 (Thu)
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  SOFT PASTELS or OIL PAINTING~ DONNA GARVEN ~ 9:30 am -12:30
THURSDAYS~ SOFT PASTELS ~ DONNA GARVEN ~ 9:30 am -12:30 pm-Cost: $15.00 non-members $13.50 Members.Get your set of Soft Pastels,(Michaels or Hobby Lobby has them at 14.95 ,you can buy the right paper from the instructor so you are ready to participate in this fun class!
THURSDAYS~ OIL PAINTING ~ DONNA GARVEN ~ 9:30 am -12:30 pm Cost: $15.00 She will teach the basics of Oil Painting and the use of Color. Subjects will be varied each week. Come join her and she will introduce you to the fun of Oil Painting and how to use soft pastels. The Basics in Oil, brush techniques, color washes, blending /mixing paint and use of a palette knife
Feb 24th, 2012 (Fri)
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR Judith DeShong Hall 10 am-1 pm
FRIDAYS ~ BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR Judith DeShong Hall 10 am-1 pm $ 25 if you just drop in or $80 for 4.Supply List will be available at front desk.Come learn to paint or improve your skills with this very talented instructor.
Feb 27th, 2012 (Mon)
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  SUE MCCLURG JEWELRY WORKSHOP 9:30-12:30
Click on Classes/Activities on the home page for specifics on what is taught on which dates

SUE MCCLURG JEWELRY WORKSHOP/Pre-pay a week ahead or by the Friday before at the latest.
Feb 27th, 2012 (Mon)
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  Bill Hildebrand-Hand Built Pottery Workshop 6:30-8:30 1/23 through 2/27
Bill Hildebrand-Hand Built Pottery Workshop-January 23-Thru Feb. 27
Mondays -6:30-8:30pm
Cost:$150 includes all supplies, Clay, Glazes and all tools will be provided for your use. Pre-register & Pre-pay by January 16th
Come learn how to make pottery of your own, in this fun and informational class.
Feb 28th, 2012 (Tue)
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  TUESDAYS-Drop In and Draw-PAT DONOHUE 9:30-12:30
TUESDAYS-Drop In and Draw-PAT DONOHUE 9:30-12:30
Cost:$15.00 non-members $13.50 Members Come, learn to draw or improve your skills and have a great time! Bring your drawing supplies.
 
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