| 2/11/2012 ~ 10:00 am
Publish with your Computer
Harry Wirtz - Words and Pictures, 518-863-8636
2 sessions: February 11 and 18 Edinburg Community Center
45 Military Road, Edinburg
Cost: SVAN member $85. Non-member $90
Stop fighting with your computer and start making neat stuff! A participant driven, individualized beginner level workshop for those communicating with text and images in print, Web, and presentations.
Start with a simple one-page illustrated newsletter using Microsoft Word and Photoshop Elements, then see how more complex jobs are done with professional Adobe software. Printing, backing up your files, and using photographs are among topics to be discussed and demonstrated.
Bring your Mac or Windows laptop with Microsoft Office plus Adobe software if you have it. You can buy lunch nearby or bring it. May be re-scheduled in the event of bad weather.
2/11/2012 ~ 9:00 am
Handweaving Happiness -Plan a Project / Wind a Warp
Arlene Rambush, Fiber Artist, Deerhaven Studio
130 North Rd. Northville
Cost: SVAN member $35. Non-member $40 (Includes yarn for your project)
Bring a lunch. Maximum 5 participants
Contact Arlene Rambush, 518-863-8647
Do you need towels, placemats, a runner or scarf? In this workshop you will explore the many possibilities of project design including yarns, colors, weave structure and function of the finished piece. We will write the draft for threading, tie-up and treadling then wind the warp so you can dress your loom at a later date.
Requirements: Some previous weaving experience: advanced beginner through intermediate skills. Bring your own warping frame: limited number available in studio
2/12/2012 ~ 5:30 pm
The Tequilla Mockingbirds
At Lapland Lakes, 139 Lapland Lake Road, Northville, NY
Cost: Members $10, Non-members $12
The accoustic guitar duo of Pete Pashoukos and George Fletcher playing blues, jazz, and a whole lot more!!
2/20/2012 ~ 8:00 am
Bean Pot Basket - Laura Ginter, 518-863-4145 Basket Thyme Studio, Hope Valley Lodge, 163 Hope Falls Road, Hope, NY
Bring a lunch
Min. 3/Max. 5 students
Cost: SVAN member $35. Non-member $40. Supplies $15
The \"Bean Pot,\" a 9X9\" round basket with a wire handle, is the first of a three part winter series at Basket Thyme. The pattern is suitable for beginners and participants will learn the basic of basket weaving using oval, flat and round reed of different colors to create a basket for carrying small items.
3/2/2012 ~ 9:00 am
Rustic Frame - Jim Schreiner, Great Sacandage Design, 518-696-7065
BCON Corner, 99 N Main, Northville
2 sessions, March 2 & 3 - Bring a lunch. Min. 3 / Max. 6 participants
Cost: SVAN member $115. Non-member $120 All materials included
Birch bark picture frames and mirrors have graced Adirondack camps and cabins for centuries. This is a great class for beginners to take advantage of the fine skills of this woodworking professional. Participants will select a frame and learn techniques associated with the glue method, selectiong and cutting bark and twigs and framing.
3/10/2012 ~ 9:00 am
Gourd Sculpting I -Michelle Heavner, 518-863-2134.
This class is the first of a two part series in which students will learn the traditional foundations of gourd sculpting from functional use to art form. This session is an introduction to gourd carving: cleaning, creating or choosing a design, use of cutting and carving tools and proper safety techniques.
BCON Corner, 99 N Main, Northville. Bring a lunch
Cost: SVAN Member $40. Non-member $45 Supplies $15
3/13/2012 ~ 6:00 pm
Artist Reception at the Northville Public Library Gallery
Sandra Ganzevoort - Photography
3/18/2012 ~ 5:30 pm
Ernie Williams Trio - Blues
At the First United Methodist Church, 103 S Main, Northville, NY
Cost: Members $10 Non-members $12
Ernie Williams, an extraordinarily talented musician, has paid his dues and has won the right to take his place among the legend of the blues. His voice - \"the voice\" - is instantly recognized and personifies \"the blues.\"
3/20/2012 ~ 6:00 pm
Fresh Floral Spring Arrangement
Wendy Hotaling, 518- 863-4374
North Country Florist
957 State HWY 30, Northville
Max. 8 participants
What better way to welcome the first day of Spring and the flower growing season! We will design a beautiful, colorful burst of spring for you to take home and enjoy. Guaranteed to lift your spirit after the long months of winter.
Cost: SVAN member $45. Non-member $50 Includes tools needed
3/21/2012 ~ 1:00 pm
Handweaving: Twills, Twills, Twills
Arlene Rambush, Fiber Artist, 518-863-8647
Deerhaven Studio
130 North Road, Northville, NY
5 sessions: March 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18. Maximum: 5 students
Requirements: Students must be able to wind a warp, dress the loom. Advanced beginner to intermediate skills.
Cost: SVAN member $150. Non-member $155. Loom and supplies included.
The saying is \"The twills begin, but they never end.\" Such is the variety from 3-shaft used for jeans to plain (left and right), zig-zag,herringbone, bird\'s eye, chevron, single or double or triple point, to rose path and double weave. The versatile twill is also a stepping stone to overshop and complex weaves.
In this five week class we will explore the variety of twill structures with emphasis on appropriate twills for particular projects. This class is also an opportunity to experiment to see how different yarn types and sizes can affect the finished piece.
3/24/2012 ~ 9:00 am
Gourd Sculpting II - Michelle Heavner, 518-863-2134
Held at BCON Corner, 99 N Main, Northville. Bring a lunch
Cost: SVAN Member $40. Non-member $45 Supplies: $15
In this second of two gourd workshops, students deepen their knowledge as they return to design, tool use and safety. Participants will produce a hand crafted gourd with either a traditional Native American design or a design of their own choosing, completed by finishes and painting techniques to achieve the desired look.
3/27/2012 ~ 8:00 am
Tote Basket - Laura Ginter, 518-863-4145
Basket Thyme Studio, Hope Valley Lodge, 163 Hope Falls Road, Hope, NY
Min. 3 / Max. 5 students Bring a lunch
Cost: SVAN member $45. Non-member $50. Supplies $20
In this second of a three-part series at Basket Thyme, participants will make a beautiful, functional 10\" base, 12\" high, leather-strapped tote from various colors of flat, oval and round reed. This exceptionally versatile basket could be used for market or beach or storing car items. The pattern is suitable for beginners.
4/12/2012 ~ 6:00 pm
Spring Painting Class I - Acrylics/Oils
Constance Dodge, Dodge House Lakeside Gallery
6 Sessions: April 12, 19, 26, May 3,10 (Wednesdays and Thursdays)
Max. 12 participants age 16-adult
Edinburg Community Center
45 Military Road, Edinburg, NY
Cost: SVAN member $65. Non-member $70
Registrants should call Connie Dodge at 863-2201 for a supplies list prior to the first class.
This class is suited for beginners as well as those with some level of experience. Students will explore the versatility of acrylic paint which can be manipulated to look like oil or to appear like the washes of watercolor. Those students with a foundation in oils, and who have those supplies, are welcome to use that medium in class. Themes from everyday life as viewed in still life or landscape will serve as subject matter to inspire each student. Emphasis will be on composition, the language of color, dramatic light, spatial relationships and painting techniques.
4/15/2012 ~ 5:30 pm
Frank Manning - Piano and Vocals
At the Town of Day Town Hall
Cost: Members $10 Non-members $12
Frank Manning has been playing the piano and keyboards for more than thirty years. He studied at the prestigious Westchester Conservatory of Music as well as with private instructors throughout his lifetime.
5/8/2012 ~ 6:00 pm
Artist Reception at the Northville Public Library Gallery
George Dirolff - Painting, Drawing, Wood Engraving
5/17/2012 ~ 6:00 pm
Spring Painting II - Acrylics/Oils
6 Sessions: May 17, 24, 31, June 7,14, 21
Max. 12 participants age 16-adult
Cost SVAN member $65. Non-member $70
Contact Connie Dodge at 863-2201 for a supplies list prior to first class.
A continuation of Spring Painting I. (See April 4th description)
The class is suited for beginners as well as those with some level of experience. Former students, welcome back!
6/5/2012 ~ 6:00 pm
Artist Reception at the Northville Public Library Gallery
High School Art Show
8/7/2012 ~ 6:00 pm
Artist Reception at the Northville Public Library
Darla Oathout and Marion Bayly - Photography
9/11/2012 ~ 6:00 pm
Artist Reception at the Northville Public Library Gallery
Marilyn Fairman
11/13/2012 ~ 6:00 pm
Artist Reception at the Northville Public Library Gallery
Janet Yeates - Painter
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