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For most classes, you can register for a class by emailing us at fairhavenart@gmail.com and we will reserve a spot for you. Please provide your contact info: name, phone # best email to reach you. Payment can be made the first day of class. Some classes have specific registration information.
Fall 2023
Writing workshop Charlie Itzin Ongoing (6:00-8:00 pm) 2nd & 4th Wednesday of month (ongoing) Meeting via Zoom: Wednesdays, Sept 13th and 27th SUNY Oswego English Instructor, Charles Itzin, leads this bi monthly workshop. Given a suggested topic or one of the students’ own choice, participants bring their work and read to the group in a supportive and learning atmosphere. With helpful suggestions and feedback the writers are able to hone their skills. Workshop is ongoing, and participants can join at any time. email us at fairhavenart@gmail.com for the Zoom link if interested in joining this group.
Stitch Circle Amy Cramer Wednesdays 10:00- 1:00 pm Meeting At Fair Haven Library Join us for a comfortable gathering where you can work on your individual project. No matter your skill level, we welcome all who crochet, quilt, embroider, needle punch, rug hook, sew or knit...in other words, if your fiber project is portable-- bring it along and join us. Class size is limited. Please contact Amy Cramer atamyecramer@gmail.comor at 315-871-7733 if interested in joining. Our Stitch Circle is on-going. Cost: No fee required
Drum Circle Sandra Sabene This Fall. Date TBD Details to be announced
PRIOR CLASSES Paint with Friends - Open Studio Pat Hanford Thursdays 11-2 pm in the Barn Our"Paint with Friends" workshop is back. All Mediums welcomed. No experience is necessary. Bring your watercolor or acrylic paints, etc. and supplies and join us for an Open Studio. . Some basic supplies are available for those who wish to try out painting. Pre-registration is suggested to ensure we have a seat for you. Please email us at fairhavenart@gmail.com if you plan to attend as class size is limited so we can be socially distant. If you'd like to attend but haven't been to this group before, please email us or contact Pat Hanford at 315 532-0947. Suggested donation: Members: $2 each session Non-Members $5 each session
Kindness Counts Nancy Hale Wednesdays August 2, 16 & Sept 8 1-2:30 pm In this interactive workshop we will explore the importance of kindness---what it does for others, as well as ourselves, various ways of expressing kindness, and what interferes with being kind. In the final session we will create kindness messages to place out in our community.
Since this is a workshop, where one session builds on the one before, it is important for participants to be able to commit to all three sessions. The workshop will be limited to 8 people. If you are interested in participating you may contact Nancy Hale via phone, text (315-529-7204), or email (nhale48@frontiernet.net) by July 31st. Where: Fair Haven Art Center, 562 Main St, Fair Haven Suggested donation: $6 for members ($2 ea. session) $15 for non-members ($5 ea. session
Landscape Painting Workshop Sandra Sabene At Barn: Friday August 11th 10am-12pm We are excited to partner with Liverpool Art Center at the Fair Haven Arts Center. Class will be held in our Art Barn behind the main Art Center house. Paint acrylic nature studies while learning the basics to get you started. All supplies are included. Photo references are provided for this indoor workshop. All levels are welcome; family friendly. Age 13yrs old through adult. (COST $30/pp)
Drawing Workshop Sandra Sabene At Barn: Friday August 18th 10am-12pm We are excited to partner with Liverpool Art Centerat the Fair Haven Arts Center. Class will be held in our Art Barn behind the main Art Center house. learn simple tips and tricks for drawing anything you see in nature. We will begin with warm up activities and demonstrations with Sandra Sabene. Weather pending, we will go out and sketch in nature. All supplies are included and references for indoor portion of the workshop. (COST $30/pp).
Watercolor with Wendy Wendy DeMarco Saturday, Aug 19th 1-4 pm at art center main house Learn to paint a 9"x12" peaceful sea and sky scene #3. Suitable for beginners. Register by August 17th: email us at fairhavenart@gmail.com with your contact info. Due to limited class size, if you register and are unable to make the class, please let us know so we can provide the seats to someone on the wait list. Cost is $25/members $30/nonmembers All materials provided. Class size limited to 8 students (adults and teens)
Let's Talk Nancy Hale July 11, Aug 8, Sept. 12 Monthly: Mondays 1-2:30 pm During these times of uncertainty and upheaval, where “safer at home” has been our guiding principle, do you miss connecting with others in a meaningful way? Are there philosophical questions you would like to explore? Or are there issues/concerns more related to daily life that you would like input on from others? In this open forum, with ground rules for respectful interaction, a wide range of ideas for discussion is invited. Each session we will generate a list of possible topics and vote on one to discuss for that week. Suggested donation: Members: $2 each session Non-Members $5 each session.
Wood Carving Class John Pupparo Tuesdays, POSTPONED
John will teach you how to bring out a character from a simple block of wood. He's planned the class for three two-hour sessions.. You can register by emailing us with your contact information at fairhavenart@gmail.com. If you have any questions, you may contact John at 315 529-0440. Cost: $75 non-members, $70 members - includes cost of materials Deadline registration is August 23rd Ages 18+
Woodworking Beginners Wood Block Print Class John Pupparo POSTPONED TBA This class is designed to introduce the individual to the basics of carving techniques of wood block printing carving techniques. It incorporates methods of design, layout of design, types of wood, tools used, various ways to carve the wood block. Appropriate 16 + for adult class Ages. 12 – 16, permission from instructor is requested. Combination Beginner/ Intermediate level. Prior students welcome to work on continuing skills, and experiences. Class size limit is 8 students. Class cost is $100.00 non-members $90/members Materials cost is 10.00 each student. Tools are provided.
Instructor is John Pupparo. An experienced wood carver of approximately 20 plus years. Using classic hand carving gouges and techniques. Low relief, High relief and In The Round carving. Using mostly Bass wood (Linden) as the carving wood of choice. Mr. Pupparo can be reached at 315 529 0440 (Cell). OR Email at puppyarrow@yahoo.com for any questions. .Registration deadline is July 15th. You can register by emailing us with your contact information at fairhavenart@gmail.com.
Paint with Friends - Open Studio in the Barn Pat Hanford Will be Back in the Spring 2023 Thursdays, 11-1 pm Our"Paint with Friends" workshop is back. All Mediums welcomed. No experience is necessary. Bring your watercolor or acrylic paints, etc. and supplies and join us for an Open Studio. . Some basic supplies are available for those who wish to try out painting. Pre-registration is suggested to ensure we have a seat for you. Please email us at fairhavenart@gmail.com if you plan to attend as class size is limited so we can be socially distant. Suggested donation: Members: $2 each session Non-Members $5 each session
Black-capped Chicadee - Watercolor Painting Bob Jones Saturday, June 11th 10:00 am to 1:00 pm This class is designed for individuals that have never painted, done a little, or done some but could use some guidance. The overall theme of the class is to have fun and be creative. Watercolor paints, brushes, paper and related resources will be provided for the class. If you have your own paints and related items feel free to bring them.
No drawing experience or artistic skill required. Through demonstrations and individual, hands-on help, you will learn some basic watercolor techniques. Topics presented in the class will include composition, color theory, watercolor painting techniques, vignette, and masking. The class will work on one or two small paintings that will be either 5 x 7 or 6 x 6. You will guided through the steps to complete the finished painting on Arches140 lb cold pressed paper and Winsor Newton Cotman watercolor pigments.
Class is limited to 10 students. Email us at fairhavenart@gmail.com to reserve your spot. Register by June 10th Cost: $30 includes supplies
Adirondack Landscapes - Watercolor Painting Bob Jones Thursday, June 23rd 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm This class is designed for individuals that have never painted, done a little, or done some but could use some guidance. The overall theme of the class is to have fun and be creative. Watercolor paints, brushes, related resources and techniques will help you create a unique painting. Techniques in this class will include instruction on a basic wash, composition, clouds, water, shadows and reflections. A color wheel will be available and demonstrated to help in your selection to create a harmonious color scheme.
Through demonstrations and individual, hands-on help, you will learn some basic watercolor techniques. The class will work on either 5 x 7 or 8 x 10 watercolor paper. You will be guided through the steps to complete the finished painting. Feel free to bring you own photograph or sketch for this class. Class is limited to 10 students. Email us at fairhavenart@gmail.com to reserve your spot. Register by June 21st Cost: $30 includes supplies