Wednesday, August 28, 2013

2013 Fall Classes

It's been a glorious summer, and I hate to say it, but yesterday I felt a bit of a nip in the morning air (nooooo!), and the angle and color of the light seems to have changed overnight. 
So let's face it: fall is almost upon us, but no worries - we have lots of creative and fun classes scheduled through December.
This season we'll also be offering classes on some of the days school is not in session. 
Check out the fun stuff for grownups, too!

Now you can register and pay online through our secure server on PayPal and you can pay using your credit or debit Visa or Mastercard.   Or, you can email me at campcactusmail{at}yahoo{dot}com to reserve your space.  I'll email you within 24 hours with your confirmation.
Hope you can join us this fall!

 Classes for Kids and Adults:

Make your Own 'Zine!
In this three-session after school workshop, we'll teach you how to put together your very own, one of a kind graphic novel, comic or picture book. You'll learn how to tell your story, develop characters, edit, illustrate and lay out a book.
Bring your imagination and story ideas!
All materials provided.

This class is three after school sessions:
Friday afternoon, September 13th     3:30-5:15 
and
Friday afternoon, September 20th      3:30-5:15  
and
Friday afternoon, September 27th      3:30-5:15       $70

Sorry! This class is now closed

Ages 6 and up  •  Class size is limited  •  Preregistration required




Creature Feature!
In this fibre arts workshop, we'll make all kinds of crazy, scary creatures from various materials.
Black cats, spooky bats, monsters and ogres and trolls: perfect for Halloween decorating!
Teaches basic sewing, embroidery and pattern-making skills.
All materials provided.

Friday morning, October 11th      10:00am-12:00pm       $25
Ages 5 and up  •  Class size is limited  •  Preregistration required

Sorry! This class is now closed


Mummy Workshop
Another fun Halloween project, these poseable mummies can really liven up your spooky decorating!
All materials provided.

Friday afternoon, October 11th      1:00-3:00pm       $25
Ages 5 and up  •  Class size is limited  •  Preregistration required

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After School Mask-Making Workshop
Learn about masks from cultures all around the world while making one of your own design.
All materials provided.

Friday afternoon, October 25th      3:30-5:15pm       $25
Ages 5 and up  •  Class size is limited  •  Preregistration required

Sorry! This class is now closed

Flip Books
Draw your own motion picture book! Using the illusion of apparent motion, we'll make a series of drawings that when put together, create an animated tale.
All materials provided.

Friday morning, November 8th      10:00am-12:00pm       $25
Ages 5 and up  •  Class size is limited  •  Preregistration required

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Kid's Drawing Studio
An open studio where kids ages 5 and up can come and draw to their heart's content in a supportive, non-critical environment.
Artists are free to choose from a variety of materials such as charcoal, graphite, ink, crayon, pastels, markers and colored pencils; and draw from imagination or various visual sources such as photographs and still life. All materials provided.

Friday afternoon, November 8th    1-3 pm         $25 
or
Thursday afternoon, January 2nd  1-3pm          $25
Ages 5 and up  •  Class size is limited  •  Preregistration required

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Sheep!
In this fun fibre arts workshop, we'll make a flock of wooly Icelandic sheep. This class teaches basic sewing and embroidery skills. No experience necessary. All materials provided.

Monday morning,  November 11th   10:00am-12:00 pm   $25  
Ages 6 and up  •  Class size is limited  •  Preregistration required
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Fabulous Fairy Footwear
Make your very own designer Fairy or Elf shoes. We'll draft a custom-sized pattern and sew and embellish with threads and buttons and ribbons and magic. No prior sewing experience necessary. All materials provided.

Monday afternoon, November 11th   1-4 pm       $30   
Ages 6 and up  •  Class size is limited  •  Preregistration required
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Build a Snow Village
Remember those little paper or cardboard houses from long ago? Here’s your chance to build your own miniature village to display on a shelf or mantle. A fun way to jump start your holiday decorating! This is also a great project for parents and children to build together.  Adults accompanying a child are free. All materials provided.

Saturday, December 14th 1-4 pm      $25
Ages 5- adult   •  Class size is limited   •  Preregistration required

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Design Your Own Prayer Flags
In this class, we'll learn a bit about the Tibetan custom of hanging colorful flags containing mantras and prayers to promote peace and other messages, which are said to be carried on the wind and spread throughout the world. We'll design and assemble our own interpretations of these flags using stamps, paints, stencils and inks.  Just in time to hang up and spread goodwill in the New Year! This is a fun class for parents and kids to take together.
All materials included.

Monday afternoon, December 30th   1-4 pm      $30  
Ages 6 - adult  •  Class size is limited  •  Preregistration required

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 Classes for Adults:


New! Coloring Outside the Lines:
Saturday Night Doodle Fest
Join us for the first in a series dedicated to jumpstarting your creative spirit.
In these workshops, artists and non-artists alike will learn how doodling and noodling around not only helps stimulate the creative juices, but how it has also been found to help us improve our concentration, listening and recall skills.  We'll provide all the materials you'll need, but feel free to bring your favorite doodle pen or pencil and sketchbook. No drawing experience required.
We'll have sparkling cider, wine and goodies to nibble, tunes and fun conversation.
All materials provided, just bring your creative self!

Saturday evening, September 28th   7:00 - 9:30 pm        $35     Sorry! This date is now closed
or
Saturday evening, October 19th   7:00 - 9:30 pm            $35    Sorry! This date is now closed  
or
Saturday evening, November 16th   7:00 - 9:30 pm        $35     

Adult   •   Class size is limited  • Preregistration required

number of students
choose class date

Holiday Craft Night

Come on by the studio and have some fun crafting ornaments for your holiday decorating.
We'll have hot cider, wine and goodies to nibble, christmas tunes and fun conversation.
All materials provided, just bring your holiday cheer!

Thursday, December 19th  7-9:30 pm                    $35

Adult • Class size is limited • Preregistration required by Monday, Dec. 17

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Flowers for your table: Holiday Centerpieces

Just in time for holiday entertaining! Design an elegant centerpiece for your holiday table. We’ll show you the basics of construction, teach you how to extend the life of cut flowers, and provide long-lasting flowers and greens as well as vessels for your creations. All materials provided.

Thanksgiving class:
Monday, November 25th    7-9 pm                     $60
(Preregistration required by Friday, Nov. 22)
or
Christmas class:
Saturday, December 21st   7-9 pm                      $60
(Preregistration required by Friday, December 13th)

Adults   •   Class size is limited


number of students
choose class date

Holiday Wreath Workshop

Make a beautiful evergreen wreath to grace your porch or front door. We’ll teach you the basics of wreath making and provide an abundance of greens, dried flowers and other natural materials you won’t find in store-bought wreaths. Feel free to bring ornaments and any accent pieces you might like to incorporate to make your wreath unique.
All materials provided.

Friday, December 13th 7-9 pm                  $50
Adults • Class size is limited • Preregistration required by Wednesday, Dec. 4


Sorry! This class is now closed