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Hakone offers the following single session Art and Cultural classes. There is free parking for all students. Classes meet in the buildings, crafts workshop, or in the gardens. The Art Program brochure is mailed three times per year. To be included in the mailing or for program and teaching information contact Kay Duffy at 408 741-4994 or kduffy@kayduffy.com, and leave your name and address.
February
WATERMEDIA MONOTYPE WORKSHOP: (2/25-27) with Cindy Blain
March
SILK PAINTING FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS: (3/5) with Donna Alongi
SILK SCARF WORKSHOP: (3/6) with Donna Alongi
CAPTURE VIBRANT FLOWERS: (3/12-13) with Patricia Martin Osborne
OLD SOULS/SPIRIT DOLLS: (3/19) with Shellie Lee
WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP: (3/30-31) with Jane Hofstetter, nws, ww
April
MORE OMIYAGE: (4/9) with Donna Alongi
HAND MADE DECORATED GIFT CARDS: (4/10) with Donna Alongi
COLLAGE PAINTING WORKSHOP: (4/16) with Kay Duffy
WATERMEDIA MONOTYPE WORKSHOP:
Instructor
Cindy Blain
Description
Learn all about making monotypes with watercolor and other watermedia! Explore the unexpected and unusual effects possible with the "painterly print". This class will introduce you to several ways to create monotypes -- with and without an etching press. Many artists quietly made monotypes for years as a way to renew and refresh their other artwork -- artists such as Edgar Degas, Henri Matisse, and Nathan Oliveira. This experimental medium can also help you loosen up with your watercolors and learn to use more paint (and less water).
What's the difference? Monotype is a unique process in which the artist uses a combination of painting and printmaking techniques. It results in a one-of-a-kind image that is developed on a flat plate and then transferred to another surface, usually paper. The transfer can be made either by hand or with a printing press - or even with an old-fashioned clothes wringer. Monoprint refers to monotype work that also includes elements of other printmaking processes such as etching, wood-cut, lithography, or serigraph (from Monotype: Mediums and Methods for Painterly Printmaking by Julia Ayre.)
Cindy Blaineates semi-abstract figure paintings using watercolor and gouache and crayon, typically with vibrant color, but also with more contemplative color schemes. Visit her website at www.cindyblain.com to view a selection of her paintings and monotypes.
Dates and Times
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday February 25, 26 and 27
9:30am - 3:30pm
Meet in the Cultural Exchange Center.
Fees
$50.00 per day. Limited to 10 students. Bring lunch!
Information
Contact Cindy at 408-268-5959 or Cindy@CindyBlain.com
Registration
Mail check payable to Cindy Blain
6026 Monteverde Drive, San Jose, CA 95120
SILK PAINTING FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS: With No Stress!
Instructor
Donna Alongi
Description
The class is will introduce you to basic silk painting. Learn how to put a simple design onto shimmering silk. Create a beautiful work of art suitable for framing, wall hanging, pillow top or to wear.
Dates and Times
Saturday, March 5
9:30am - 3:00pm
Meet in Lower House. Bring lunch!
Fees
$50 + $10 materials fee
Information
Call Donna at 408 997-2370 or email primadonna@alongi.net.
Registration
Advanced registration required.
Send check payable to Donna Alongi
7241 Scarsdale Place, San Jose, CA 95120
SILK SCARF WORKSHOP: Wearable Art or a Special Gift!
Instructor
Donna Alongi
Description
PREREQUISITE: Beginning Silk Painting or silk painting experience. You will paint a 12 X 60 silk scarf and explore design, placement and color with silk painting techniques combined with the special effects of salt, alcohol and water.
Dates and Times
Sunday, March 6
9:30am - 3:00pm
Meet in the Lower House. Bring lunch!
Fees
$60 class fee plus $15 supplies fee. There will be a $5 fee if I steam set your piece. Bring design and colors if you wish to match.
Information
Call Donna at 408 997-2370 or email primadonna@alongi.net.
Registration
Advanced registration required.
Send check payable to Donna Alongi
7241 Scarsdale Place, San Jose, CA 95120
CAPTURE VIBRANT FLOWERS: In Watercolor
Instructor
Patricia Martin Osborne
Description
In this workshop you will learn to capture the intimate beauty of flowers. Infuse your watercolors with breathtaking colors and portray the exquisite beauty of flowers from a close focus point of view. Patti will provide you with easy-to-learn techniques for mingling wet, juicy colors and manipulating luminous light effects. She will give you insights into painting the "character" and structure of flower and petals. You'll be able to portray the stunning splendor of flowers from a creative point of view. Instruction includes full-painting demonstrations. All levels of painters are welcomed in this fun workshop.
PATRICIA MARTIN OSBORNE specializes in watercolor and mixed media, both impressionist and abstract. Spontaneity, color, excitement and energy flow through her work. With a strong back- ground in design, she emphasizes form, color & placement. An enthusiastic teacher, who encourages innovative approaches to watercolor, she has taught at the Mendocino Art center for six years. Patricia has studied at CCAC, Oakland and San Jose State University.
Dates and Times
Saturday and Sunday, March 12 and 13
9:00am - 4:00pm
Meet in the Cultural Exchange Center.
Fees
$135 for two day workshop
Information
Registration
Contact Patricia Osborne at (707) 937-1104, email posborne@mcn.org, or on the web at www.patriciaosborne.com.
OLD SOULS/SPIRIT DOLLS: Doll making workshop with natural fibres and recycled textiles
Instructor
Shellie Lee
Description
Old Souls are uniquely handcrafted one-of-a-kind spirit dolls made from gathered objects, natural materials and recycled textiles. Old Souls have 5" x 7" bodies filled with one of the following natural materials: lavender, rosemary and bay. Old Souls contain a variety of nuts, seeds, pods, flowers, sticks, bark, moss, shells, kelp, feathers, fur and more. The hair and beards of the Old Souls are made from natural dyed wool. At this workshop you will create your own Old Soul, one that speaks to you. Old Souls can be displayed individually on stands or used as ornaments, wreath elements or alter pieces. Old Souls are intended for adults and decorative display only.
Dates and Times
Saturday, March 19
10:00am - 3:00pm
Meet in the Lower House.
Fees
$75. Complete materials list will be provided upon registration. (Most materials will be provided).
Information
Contact Shellie Lee at (408) 268-2982 or visit the website at www.oldsouls-spiritdolls.com
Registration
Please send non-refundable check to Shellie Lee at
33200 Loma Chiquita Rd., Los Gatos, CA 95033.
Space is limited!
WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP:
Instructor
Jane Hofstetter, nws, ww
Description
This excellent teacher emphasizes design and color harmony using transparent pigments. Jane will inspire you with an information-filled lecture and a wet and juicy demonstration. Students will receive individual assistance and a critique at the end of each day. Bring your regular watercolor supplies & lunch. A supply list will be sent when you register.
Dates and Times
Wednesday and Thursday, March 30 and 31
Themes for the Class: Bring reference materials.
Wednesday - Spring Flowers and Trees
Thursday - Ocean Close-up
9:30am - 4:00pm
Meet in the Cultural Exchange Center.
Fees
$50.00 per day
Information
Call Gerry at (408) 867-2634 or Kay (408) 867-0508
Registration
Your check is your reservation! Make payable to Hakone Foundation, and mail to Gerry Furman
20001 Winter Lane, Saratoga, CA 95070
MORE OMIYAGE: Gifts from the Heart - A Potpourri of Sachets
Instructor
Donna Alongi
Description
Three (or more!) different designs will be presented for hand-stitching and embellishing. Fill them with soothing lavender for yourself or as a gift. Beads, charms, ribbon and many other "findings" will be used to decorate your sachet of silk or velvet. Come spend a quiet, relaxing day stitching and enjoying the Garden in the spring! A small supplies list of basic hand sewing supplies will be given on registration.
Dates and Times
Saturday, April 9
10:00am - 3:00pm
Meet in Lower House. Bring lunch!
Fees
$30 plus $10 supplies fee-fabric, embellishments, lavender, etc.
Information
Donna at (408) 997-2370 or primadonna@alongi.net.
Registration
Advanced reservations required!
Send check payable to Donna Alongi
7241 Scarsdale Place, San Jose, CA 95120.
HAND MADE DECORATED GIFT CARDS:
Instructor
Donna Alongi
Description
We will use silk, paint, leaves, charms, sparkles, foils, stencils ... to create a "greeting" card that can be framed as a small piece of art after the recipient has been greeted! The beauty of the cards comes from hand painted silk that is embellished in numerous ways to create your sentiment! Perfect for a birthday, Mother's Day, new baby or new home, a celebration of any kind. The card is the gift!
Dates and Times
Sunday, April 10
10:00am - 3:00pm
Meet in Lower House. Bring lunch!
Fees
$30 plus $15 supplies fee to create several cards
Information
Donna at (408) 997-2370 or primadonna@alongi.net.
Registration
Advanced reservations required!
Send check payable to Donna Alongi
7241 Scarsdale Place, San Jose, CA 95120.
COLLAGE PAINTING WORKSHOP:
Instructor
Kay Duffy
Description
Create abstract or impressionistic paintings by gluing papers in colorful patterns. (Collage = "glue" in French). In this class we will color rice papers with watercolor pigment to make unique patterns and textures. These papers will be cut, torn and glued to create impressionistic and patterned paintings. All supplies including a packet of sample papers will be provided. Additional papers may be purchased at cost. Bring your own special papers, pictures, photos, interesting flat objects, etc. plus a paper surface to work on. Class size limited!
Dates and Times
Saturday, April 16
9:30am - 3:30pm
Meet in the Crafts Area.
Fees
$45.00
Bring salad to share for lunch. Drinks provided.
Information
Call Kay at (408) 867-0508 or email to k@kayduffy.com.
See Kay's work at Aegis Gallery, Big Basin at 4th St, Saratoga or on the web at www.kayduffy.com.
Registration
Mail check payable to Kay Duffy
20637 Leonard Road, Saratoga, CA 95070.
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