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The La Veta School of the Arts

Workshops for 2008
These workshops can fill quickly, so you are encouraged to register as soon as possible to reserve your space. Register online in a secure platform by clicking on the "Buy Now " button for your desired workshop or workshops. If you have any questions, please call the Class Administrator Joy Hesler, at 719-742-3421, or fax at 719-742-5194, or e-mail: LVArtSchool@yahoo.com. You may register by mail your check or money order to LVSA, PO Box 33, La Veta, CO 81055. Should you perfer to register online, our secure online payment option (PayPal) will charge a 2.9% processing fee.
PROGRAM: Unless you have been notified to the contrary, classes will meet from 9am to 4pm with a one-hour lunch break. All classes will be held at The La Veta School of the Arts, 105 W. Ryus, across from the park. MATERIALS: You will be sent a materials list when you register for a class. Some classes may have a modest materials fee.
MEALS: Reasonably priced sandwiches and salads may be ordered daily and will be delivered. No host dinners can be arranged upon request. ACCOMMODATIONS: A listing of places to stay will be sent upon request when you register for classes. This list will include local B&B's, hotels, inns and some local housing at reasonable rates. Other information can be obtained from the La Veta Chamber of Commerce at PO Box 32, La Veta, CO 81055, or on their website: www.lavetacucharachamber.com

Experimental Drawing/Painting Workshop
 		Peggy Zehring May 11th - 15th $375.00

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You will have 5 days (or if you sign up for both May classes). 12 days to discover and explore your own unique style. The emphasis will be on creativity and originality and having fun with your art. Using tools, charcoal and paint, you will explore mark-making, paint possibilities, making sense of nonsense, trusting your own vision and the psychology of line, form and color. You will also begin to learn the language of abstraction. No experience necessary. Materials $40-$80 depending on what you already have.

 Experimental Drawing/Painting - Peggy Zehring Peggy Zehring studied with Elaine deKooning and with Chicago's abstract painters: disciples of Wassily Kandinsky. She has a fine arts degree Universtiy of Illinois, Chicago. Her award-winning work is included in many private and corporate collections in the United States and abroad, and several publications. For 29 years, she has lectured extensively and taught in a variety of college and workshop settings. She is represented by Montserrat Gallery in New York City. Visit her web site at: www.PeggyZehring.com.

 

 

Experimental Drawing/Painting Workshop
 		Peggy Zehring May 18th-22nd $375.00

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You will have 5 days (or if you sign up for both May classes). 12 days to discover and explore your own unique style. The emphasis will be on creativity and originality and having fun with your art. Using tools, charcoal and paint, you will explore mark-making, paint possibilities, making sense of nonsense, trusting your own vision and the psychology of line, form and color. You will also begin to learn the language of abstraction. No experience necessary. Materials $40-$80 depending on what you already have. Experimental Drawing/Painting - Peggy Zehring Peggy Zehring studied with Elaine deKooning and with Chicago's abstract painters: disciples of Wassily Kandinsky. She has a fine arts degree Universtiy of Illinois, Chicago. Her award-winning work is included in many private and corporate collections in the United States and abroad, and several publications. For 29 years, she has lectured extensively and taught in a variety of college and workshop settings. She is represented by Montserrat Gallery in New York City. Visit her web site at: www.PeggyZehring.com.
 

 

Sumi-e Painting
Raquel Dimond June 7th & 8th $150.00 Lab Fee: $30

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" Learn technique and then dispense with it . " A few bold brush strokes render leaves, flower petals, grasses , branches and all manner of wildlife. This class will begin with a short explanation of the origins of Sumi- e painting and the materials needed . By the second day , students will be using rice paper and making beautiful paintings . The lab fee will pay for all the materials needed for this class . Sumi-e Painting - Rachael Dimond Rachael Dimond studied Sumi-e painting in New York City with Paul Siudzinski . She continues in her Colorado studio creating Sumi -e , beadwork and weaving . She also has experience with life drawing and design having worked in the art departments of various art magazines including Vogue.

 

Block Printing Without A Press
Judith Hilmer June 164h & 15th $150.00 Lab Fee: $25

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Using water based inks and "easy carve " Styrofoam blocks, this workshop simplifies the elements of block printing . The class will include how to register prints using a simple jig and will explore traditional printing as well as the less traditional reduction print. The inks provide many of the surprise elements of painting in watercolor . This creative process is user - friendly , affordale and fool-proof . The lab fee covers the cost of all required supplies . Everyone is welcome . Block Printing without a Press - Judith Hilmer Judith Hilmer has a BFA from Carroll College in Waukesha , WI . She has taught Watercolor and Printmaking in several colleges , and won many awards with her prints including a gold , s i l ver and honorable mention in Tokyo, Japan in the Riso International printing Competition . www.judithhilmer.com
 

 

Expermental Drawing/Painting Weekend

 Peggy Zehring July 11th, 12th & 13th $185.00

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Free yourself with this productive weekend. In this class, which emphasizes creativity and originality, you will find yourself within your art: your own unique style will become apparent. Also, you will begin to learn the language of abstraction: the language of emotion. You will experiment with many different materials and mediums and learn the psychology of color, line and form. No experience is necessary. Materials $40-$80 depending on what you already have. Experimental Drawing/Painting - Peggy Zehring Peggy Zehring studied with Elaine deKooning and with Chicago's abstract painters: disciples of Wassily Kandinsky. She has a fine arts degree Universtiy of Illinois, Chicago. Her award-winning work is included in many private and corporate collections in the United States and abroad, and several publications. For 29 years, she has lectured extensively and taught in a variety of college and workshop settings. She is represented by Montserrat Gallery in New York City. Visit her web site at: www.PeggyZehring.com.

 

Traditional Watercolor
 		Kathy Hill July 19th & 20th $150.00

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Learn basic watercolor techniques as you create a landscape painting. Drawing skills, landscape perspective, tips on how to create strong compositions, understanding color temperatures and values, as well as how to use the specific materials involved are explored. Optional material fee $35 from the instructor. Traditional watercolor - Kathy Hill Kathy Hill studied painting at the University of Illinois College of Fine and Applied Atrs at Champaign-Urbana and graduated from The American University, Washington, DC with a BA in Art Education. She specializes in watercolor paintings of the Spanish Peaks and surrounding area. Her work has won many awards and is included in many private and corporate collections. Visit her website at www.KathyWHill.com
 

 

Sculpturing the Buddha
Joan Hanley July 21st - 25th $375.00

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The focus of this 5-day class will be to create your own personal Buddha, with historical reference . The sculpture can function as a meditative image or a decorative work of art . Oil based clay will be used so that larger pieces can be completed after the five day session . Students will build their own armatures the first day. Sculpting the Buddha - Joan Hanley Joan Hanley was a painter and illustrator for twenty years when she reevaluated her art. Hanley then enrolled in the Art Institute of Chicago's art school, where she studied sculpture for the next 3 years. Her freedom to move back and forth between painting and sculpture has altered her approach to both media. In 2003, she established the Joan Hanley Fine Art Gallery in La Veta. CO.

 

Digital Photo I
 		Paul Alhadef July 25th, 26th & 27th $185.00

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Learn to use your camera as a fine art medium by refining your image quality. This class will teach you the skills necessary to confidently operate your digital camera on a professional level . Bring a digital camera with interchangeable lenses. Additional lenses and filters are suggested. Digital Photo I & Photoshop - Paul Alhadel Paul Alhadel has over 14 years of experience in the digital imaging field . He has worked as a commercial photographer and a fine art photographer. He has experience with lighting , composition and graphic design . HIs photographs appear weekly in publications around the world.

 

Stained Glass
 		Jill Schwarz July 20th, 21th, & 22nd $225.00 Lab Fee: $35

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In this three day class you will produce your own art glass window. You will use the tools and design techniques of the foil method developed by CL Tiffany. You will also learn the lead came method and develop an appreciation for the color and light potential of the medium. Materials will be furnished by the instructor with the cost dependent on how much you use. Stained Glass - Jill Schwarz Jill Schwarz received a degree in Fine Arts from Fort Lewis College in Durango, CO. She also completed a 3 year apprenticeship in Architectural Art Glass and set up her own studio in 1981. She has glass pieces in private collections as well as businesses and churches nationwide. She studies Sacred Geometry principles and has taught art classes for 28 years.
 

 

Water Media
 		Joan Hanley Aug. 4th - 8th $375.00

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See how paint reacts to different paper surfaces. For instance, some paper absorbs pigment, others float color or react best to dry brush . Explore, experiment and complete works of art for five days . Learn hbw to develop a painting and know when to stop . The last afternoon class will take place at Joan's studio. Watermedia - Joan Hanley Joan Hanley was a painter and illustrator for twenty years when she reevaluated her art. Hanley then enrolled in the Art Institute of Chicago's art school, where she studied sculpture for the next 3 years. Her freedom to move back and forth between painting and sculpture has altered her approach to both media. In 2003, she established the Joan Hanley Fine Art Gallery in La Veta. CO.
 

 

Photoshop
 		Paul Alhadef Aug 8th, 9th & 10th $185.00

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Learn to take photos from your camera to your computer, color correct, retouch, combine your photos , manage files and print your photos to look professional. This class focuses on simulated darkroom techniques using the software programs Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Photoshop Elements. Basic computer skills are required. Digital Photo I & Photoshop - Paul Alhadel Paul Alhadel has over 14 years of experience in the digital imaging field . He has worked as a commercial photographer and a fine art photographer. He has experience with lighting , composition and graphic design . HIs photographs appear weekly in publications around the world.

 

 

Kinetics
 		Kenny Schneider Aug 16th & 17th $150.00

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Learn how natural forces such as wind , gravity . and hand movement are used in the creation of art . It is not just bridge and airplane designers who are concerned about how forces interact with objects, but artists as well. You will create your own kinetic sculptures by identifying and capitalizing on these natural forces . Must have some familiarity with hand and power tools. Kinetics - Kenny Schneider Kenny Schneider has a Bachelor's degree in art from the University of Miami in Coral Gables , FL , and a Master's Degree in art from Adams State College in Alamosa, Co. He has taught art at Colorado State University in Pueblo, CO , Trinidad State Jr. College in Trinidad, CO and Western Connecticut State University in Danbury, CN. His Public Works projects are known world-wide.
 

 

Navajo Weaving
 		Lynda Teller Pete Aug. 20th - 24th $375.00

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Refresh your creative spirit with the tranquil art of Navajo Weaving . While instructing and demonstrating, Lynda. a Master Navajo weaver , will share her personal stories and experiences , allowing participants to gain fascinat­ing insights into the ancient and contemporary worlds of Navajo weaving. Navajo his­tory , culture spirituality and weaving taboos will also be discussed along the way . Both beginning and intermediate students are welcome. All looms will be warped , weaving tools and weft yarn will be furnished. Navajo Weaving - Lynda Teller Pete Lynda Teller Pete was is a fifth-generation Navajo Weaver from the Two Grey Hills area on the Navajo Reservation in New Mexico . Her specialty is Two Grey Hills Tapestries. She has won two first place Blue Ribbons at the Santa Fe Indian Market for her Navajo Tapestries. Lynda has been teaching many years , keeping the weaving tradition alive in her family.

 

Fused Glass
 		Lisa Harder Sept. 6th & 7th $150.00 Lab Fee: $20

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This fused glass class will meet all day Saturday and Sunday afternoon. Saturday'S class will focus on scoring glass and creating smaller jewelry pieces such as pins , buckles , pen­dants and earrings . Sunday afternoon's class will focus on creating cuff bracelets . Materials will be furnished by the instructor with your cost dependent on what you use . Class limited to 7. Fused Glass - Lisa Harder Lisa Harder has been teaching both stained glass and fused glass for nine years. She has done commissioned work for Texas Tech University and has had pieces in galleries in Taos , NM and Pueblo , Co . She has participated in juried shows winning many awards.

 

Expermental Drawing/Painting Workshop Peggy Zehring Sept. 8th - 12th $375.00

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You will have 5 days (or if you sign up for both May classes). 12 days to discover and explore your own unique style. The emphasis will be on creativity and originality and having fun with your art. Using tools, charcoal and paint, you will explore mark-making, paint possibilities, making sense of nonsense, trusting your own vision and the psychology of line, form and color. You will also begin to learn the language of abstraction. No experience necessary. Materials $40-$80 depending on what you already have. Experimental Drawing/Painting - Peggy Zehring Peggy Zehring studied with Elaine deKooning and with Chicago's abstract painters: disciples of Wassily Kandinsky. She has a fine arts degree Universtiy of Illinois, Chicago. Her award-winning work is included in many private and corporate collections in the United States and abroad, and several publications. For 29 years, she has lectured extensively and taught in a variety of college and workshop settings. She is represented by Montserrat Gallery in New York City. Visit her web site at: www.PeggyZehring.com.

 

     

 

Stone Carving
 Jim Fowler Sept. 13th & 14th $150.00 Lab Fee: $50

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Learn basic techniques of carving stone, and create a small Colorado Yule sculpture . Learn to identify different types of carving stones and the techniques for carving them . A large variety of carving tools will be provided for hands on instuction. You can bring your own stone or purchase it from the instructor ahead of time. A lab fee of $50 will include a grinder and mask. Stone Carving - Jim Fowler Jim Fowler studed art at the Sir John Cass School of Art in London, the American University in Paris and the University of Texas. Since 1969 he has worked in Southern Colorado as a sculptor, Painter, Stone Carver, and metal Fabricator. His public artworks can be seen in Frisco, CO and in Grand Junction, CO.