Driftless Folk School and the Pump House Upcoming Classes Announced

Driftless Folk School offers experiences in agriculture, natural history, arts and crafts, and traditions of rural Wisconsin and other cultures. DFS presents educational opportunities and inspiring lifelong learning for individuals and families. Class sizes are small. Registrations are limited.

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Next 2 weeks at Driftless Folk School:

DIY Photovoltaics – Jon Passi
Sunday Morning Clay – Maureen Karlstad
Illuminated Lamp Making – David Moss
Trout Fishing and Water Quality – VSN
Natural Horsemanship – Michelle Rasmussen
Zero-Energy House – Jon Passi
Copper Chimes with Martha Buche
Scything with Rice Spann
Introduction to Forest Garden Design: Working with Nature to Grow Edible Perennial Crops with Erin Schneider
Food Drying with Attitude with Mary Bell
New From Chick to Chopping Block – Class One: Chickhood with Julie Tomaro

Register and pay for Driftless Folk School classes online.
See all courses here –> http://bit.ly/1blUblZ

 

The Pump House Regional Arts Center in La Crosse

Summer 2014 Workshops –

Saturdays, June 14 – July 26 (*No class July 5th)

The Elements of Drawing:
Explore the basic styles and techniques of drawing.
Instructor: Ben Alberti
Ages: 8 – adult; all skill levels welcome

Clay Hand-building Workshop: Create with hand-building techniques such as slab rolling, coiling, pinching, and using molds. 
Instructor: Angela Goede
Ages: 8 – adult; all skill levels welcome

Wednesdays, June 11 – July 23 (*No class July 2nd)
Advanced Elements of Drawing:
Explore several techniques and styles of drawing, while also gaining a more detailed understanding of its more complex elements. Each session will begin with a 20-30 minute demonstration, followed by work-time and individual guidance by the instructor as needed.
Instructor: Ben Alberti
Ages: 16-adult

Cost: $60 (Includes all materials and six studio sessions with an instructor.)

Register online. 

 

Spotlight Academy of Dramatic Arts – La Crosse

The Pump House has a  new program, that if there’s enough interest from the homeschooling community, they would be willing to set up special times to accommodate schedules.  They also said, “these sessions are skills based, rather than performance based.  The focus is not on rehearsing for a performance but rather to develop self-expression, working successfully with others, building self-confidence and other skills that we all need every day – as well as on stage.”

Spotlight Academy of Dramatic Arts is a new collaborative offering of the Pump House, La Crosse Community Theatre and area performing arts professionals.   Spotlight Academy offers instruction in dramatic arts for ages 8 to adult.

For young people, each seven-week session will conclude with a Spotlight Showcase, sharing the growth and creativity of every participant.

For adults, each workshop will be a self-contained one-day experience. Academy students will gain an appreciation of theatre arts, as well as a deeper understanding of the importance of teamwork,discipline, focus and commitment, all while having fun with their peers.

Students will also benefit from an enhanced sense of self-image and confidence while they foster self-expression and develop creative acting skills.

Details, including dates, locations, and costs

If you have any questions, please call 608-784-9292.

http://www.lacrossecommunitytheatre.org

Pump House Summer Art Classes – LaCrosse

Teacher and artist Lisa Ulik will offer 6 Wednesday workshops beginning June 23rd and running through July 28th (1:00 – 2:30 pm), open to youth all ages 7 – 18 (younger children with adult supervision).

Workshops will involve media exploration and skill development in drawing and mixed media.

Workshops are $10 each or $45 for all six.

Workshop Wednesday’s Youth Summer Art Program
June 23 – July 28, 1pm – 2:30pm
Cost: $10 per/session or $45 all 6 sessions
Contact The Pump House to register:
(608) 785-1434
http://www.thepumphouse.org

Session Descriptions

June 23 – Drawing Boot Camp
In Drawing Boot Camp students will experience all major phases of drawing, beginning with contour line, gesture, blocking in shapes, using values in shading for shadows and highlights, and creating final textural details. Students will use a variety of papers, graphite, charcoal,
and pastel.

June 30 – !PROJECTS!
In this session students will explore the arts of origami & fiber-based jewelry. Students will use a variety or origami papers, fibers, and beads. Students may bring their own beads (if they would like to)

July 7 – 2 pt Design
In this session, students will have the option to design a room interior or a vehicle according to 2-pt perspective. Students will use a combination of drawing with collage images and papers to create “mock-ups” of their designs.

July 14 – Printmaking
In this session, students will build relief printing plates with a variety of materials. They will then ink their plates and hand print a small edition with a variety of colors.

July 21 – Reuse, Recycle, Repurpose
In this session, students will work to create a functional object using a variety of materials and recyclable objects. Students will be encouraged to be inventive and conscious of the principles of design.

July 28 – Papermaking
Students will make a mini collection of handmade paper from pulp to pressed sheet. We will use a variety of papers and fibers, including junk mail.

The Pump House Regional Arts Center, 119 King Street, located in the historic La Crosse, Wisconsin water pumping station, offers a wide range of visual and performing arts activities.