CARPENTER'S BARN - Classes & Workshops

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6-WEEK CLASS - MONDAYS
6-WEEK CLASS - MONDAYS
Times/Dates: Mondays, 6:00-9:00pm, April 28th, May 5th, 12th, 19th, June 2nd and 9th
Ages/Skill Level: Adults of all skill levels - beginners welcome
Cost: $185.00 - Participants are expected to bring these supplies <LINK>. NOTE: Do not purchase these items until you are notified that the class will definitely run. Senior fund recipients will be loaned a set of supplies, ONLY if registered one week prior to class; otherwise, materials will be the responsibility of the participant.

painting by Brynne Livelsberger

The focus of this 6-week class is on the practice and discipline of painting, its mediums and evolution into the 21st century. Participants will work with acrylic colors and will explore the many ways paint can be handled through observation and abstraction. Specific exercises will be given to explore color, light, texture, transparency, impasto and composition. Instruction and demos will be given on the preparation and handling of the painted field. At each class students will be helped and critiqued on an individualized basis. This workshop is appropriate to all individuals who are interested in honing their painting skills and creative development, no matter their skill level.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR/TEACHER:
Jen Pepper is a professional artist exhibiting and participating in artist residencies internationally. She was a professor of studio art for the past twenty years until the college's permanent closing in 2023. Currently she teaches at Pratt Munson School of Art as an artist in residence and as their gallery director. Her work can be seen at jenpepper.com .

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4-WEEK CLASS - TUESDAYS
Times/Dates: Tuesdays, 9:30am-12:00 noon, May 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th
Ages/Skill Level: Adults, all skill levels
Cost: $150.00 - Participants are expected to bring these supplies <LINK>. NOTE: Do not purchase these items until you are notified that the class will definitely run. Senior fund recipients will be loaned a set of supplies, ONLY if registered one week prior to class (by April 29th); otherwise, materials will be the responsibility of the participant. If you would like to rent a material kit from Lucie, they will only be available if requested byApril 29th. Please request kit by emailing lizluriecb@gmail.com. Kits are $20.00, payable to the instructor at the workshop.

If you're curious how to get started PAINTING BIG in watercolors, try it out during this 4-week class so you can see what it feels like.

• We will work on large sheets of paper (22" x 30").
• Each class will begin with a demo, followed by time spent painting. Individual help and instruction are part of the class.
• Start collecting ideas now (photo references, sketches, or studies) and bring them to class.
• Look over the materials list ahead of time in case something needs to be ordered online. The quality of the paper is very important to the kind of painting we will do – there will be a supply of paper available during class for $8.50.
• Mounting boards will be made available to you. Bring some ideas and your biggest brushes and large mixing trays.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR/TEACHER:
Lucie Wellner is a central New York State artist who has been painting using watercolors since 1997. Her formal training is in Surface Pattern design, which led to 15 years of designing dinnerware. Lucie has taught since 2010, privately and also through the Everson and Open Figure Drawing programs. She was raised and still lives in a part of the state that has an abundance of rolling hills, dairy farms, woods, fields, wildflowers and trees; their presence influences her daily life and painting.

Learn more at www.luciewellner.com.

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3-DAY CLASSES - WEDNESDAYS
Times/Dates: Wednesdays, 10:00am – 1:00pm, May 7th, 14th and 28th
Ages/Skill Level: Adults of all skill levels
Cost: $125.00 plus $20.00 materials fee - The instructor will bring ceramic tiles but feel free to bring your own personal additions, as well (see details). Participants are expected to bring tile nippers and any additional items they want to use in their mosaic.

Upcycle an object that needs some new life with the art of mosaic

Create a beautiful piece of mosaic art for the home or garden using the colors and patterns of broken vintage china and pottery as your inspiration, giving a tired object, such as an old picture frame, small table, serving tray, or planter, a new life. Or, create an original piece of art for your wall! 

Some materials will be provided, but please bring colorful plates, pottery shards, stones, buttons, shells, marbles, or other fun materials of your own to incorporate into your project, as well as an object to be artistically transformed. An additional materials list will be provided. Appropriate for all skill levels.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR/TEACHER:
Lisa Portnoff graduated from Parsons School of Design, and has been a ceramic artist for many years, specializing in custom ceramic tiles, mosaics, and sculptures, often for historic restoration and public art projects. Her work can be seen in many homes, NYC subway stations, and other locations across the country.

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6-WEEK CLASS - WEDNESDAYS
Times/Dates: Wednesdays, 6:00-9:00pm, April 30, May 7th, 14th, 28th, June 4th and 11th
Ages/Skill Level: Adults of all skill levels, beginners welcome
Cost: $180.00 - Participants are expected to bring these supplies <LINK>. NOTE: Do not purchase these items until you are notified that the class will definitely run. Senior fund recipients will be loaned a set of supplies, ONLY if registered one week prior to class; otherwise, materials will be the responsibility of the participant.

In this class students will explore the fundamentals of landscape drawing, learning to observe and interpret natural scenes through composition, perspective, and shading techniques. Whether sketching from life or using reference images students will develop skills in rendering trees water and sky with depth and expression. This course will cover essential techniques such as contour drawing, hatching and atmospheric perspective to bring landscape to life. Students will work with wet and dry materials including pencil, charcoal, ink and watercolor.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR/TEACHER:
Jen Pepper is a professional artist exhibiting and participating in artist residencies internationally. She was a professor of studio art for the past twenty years until the college's permanent closing in 2023. Currently she teaches at Pratt Munson School of Art as an artist in residence and as their gallery director. Her work can be seen at jenpepper.com .

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4-WEEK CLASS - THURSDAYS
Times/Dates: Thursdays, 6:30 - 9:00pm, May 1st, 8th, 15th and 29th
Ages/Skill Level: Adults, all skill levels
Cost: $150.00 - Participants are expected to bring these supplies <LINK>. Senior fund recipients will be loaned a set of supplies, ONLY if registered one week prior to class; otherwise, materials will be the responsibility of the participant. If you would like to rent a material kit from Lucie, they will only be available if requested byApril 24th. Please request kit by emailing lizluriecb@gmail.com. Kits are $20.00, payable to the instructor at the workshop.

Four Ways to Begin a Painting - How to begin?
There is no "one way" to paint.

This course will introduce four different ways to approach a watercolor painting, providing you hands-on experience with different methods. Painting in different ways will give you the feel of the techniques so you'll understand how to start any painting.

Each class will begin with a demo that focuses on one of the methods, followed by time spent painting. Individual help and instruction are part of the class.

Start collecting ideas now (photo references, sketches, or studies) and bring them to class. Please note that for most sessions, it would be best to prepare a detailed drawing to bring to class.

Look over the materials list ahead of time in case something needs to be ordered online. The quality of the paper is very important to the kind of painting we will do – there will be a supply of paper available during class for $2.25 per 11x15" sheet.

The four methods we will cover:
1.     Follow the Bead and Pull the Puddle
2.     Precision
3.     Layers
4.     Wet-In-Wet with Negative Painting

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR/TEACHER:
Lucie Wellner is a central New York State artist who has been painting using watercolors since 1997. Her formal training is in Surface Pattern design, which led to 15 years of designing dinnerware. Lucie has taught since 2010, privately and also through the Everson and Open Figure Drawing programs. She was raised and still lives in a part of the state that has an abundance of rolling hills, dairy farms, woods, fields, wildflowers and trees; their presence influences her daily life and painting.

Learn more at www.luciewellner.com.

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1-DAY WORKSHOP - SATURDAY
Times/Dates (5 sessions):
        Saturday, May 10th, 10:00am - 12:00 noon - nesting doll bear
        Saturday, June 7th, 10:00am - 12:00 noon - little cat
        Saturday, July 26th, 10:00am - 12:00 noon - sloth
        Saturday, August 9th, 10:00am - 12:00 noon - otter
Ages/Skill Level: Adults of all skill levels, especially beginners!
Cost: $35.00 - plus $5.00 materials fee for each session; tools provided

For the May 10th class, you can give your mom the gift of learning a new art form this Mother's Day! Join her in this fun class and learn the art of needle felting together!  

In all four of these workshops, Kate Untiedt (Heart Felt Arts) will guide you in creating your own needle felted project.  This beginner class focuses on the basic tools and techniques to start down the path of needle felting; sculpting wool fibers into beautiful pieces of art.  No prior experience is needed and all supplies are provided to complete the project in the workshop. Tools will be loaned to you during the class. Bring home a finished project and the skills to create on your own. Each month Kate will create a new project with you take one workshop session or take them all!

• May 10th - nesting doll bear
• June 7th - little cat
• July 26th – sloth
• August 9th - otter

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR/TEACHER:
Kate Untiedt has been working with fiber for over 30 years, developing skills in a range of fiber techniques.  Over the last several years she found a passion for sharing these skills with others; seeing the value in the mindfulness that can be embraced in the making process and the confidence that can be built through creating.  Needle felting is her favorite skill to teach; loving the use of natural fibers and the freedom this technique allows for. Classes focus on the core skills to create and an openness to each persons personal style. She encourages approaching art without judgment; making for the process rather than the product (but the products are definitely fun to see!!)

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1-DAY WORKSHOP - SATURDAY
Times/Dates: Saturday, 10:00am - 2:00pm, May 17th
Ages/Skill Level: adults, beginners
Cost: $75.00 plus $12.00 material fee - all materials provided

This four-hour workshop is for beginners looking to explore the versatile and satisfying medium of acrylic paint. Participants will learn about tools, applications and brushwork techniques while completing an art work. This is a perfect introductory course for the individual who is interested in learning but doesn't know where to start! Bring a lunch and enjoy learning a new art form for the day!

Instruction and demos will be given on the preparation and handling of the painted field. At each class students will be helped and critiqued on an individualized basis. This workshop is appropriate to all individuals who are interested in honing their painting skills and creative development, no matter their skill level.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR/TEACHER:
Jen Pepper is a professional artist exhibiting and participating in artist residencies internationally. She was a professor of studio art for the past twenty years until the college's permanent closing in 2023. Currently she teaches at Pratt Munson School of Art as an artist in residence and as their gallery director. Her work can be seen at jenpepper.com .

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6-WEEK CLASS - MONDAYS
1-DAY WORKSHOP - SATURDAY
Times/Dates: Saturday, 10:00-12:00 noon, May 24th
Ages/Skill Level: Adults of all skill levels - beginners welcome
Cost: $75.00 plus $12.00 materials fee

Energize your creative soul with zero-waste weaving to create beautiful color patterns with professional artist, Jen Pepper. This 4-hour workshop will take participants through the steps of weaving on an upright tapestry loom to create a small art tapestry. Pepper will introduce other weaving methods such as Inkle loom weaving, Navajo weaving, coil basket weaving, tassels and finishing techniques in the workshop ! Bring a lunch and enjoy learning a new art form for the day!

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR/TEACHER:
Jen Pepper is a professional artist exhibiting and participating in artist residencies internationally. She was a professor of studio art for the past twenty years until the college's permanent closing in 2023. Currently she teaches at Pratt Munson School of Art as an artist in residence and as their gallery director. Her work can be seen at jenpepper.com .

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2-DAY WORKSHOP - SATURDAYS
Times/Dates: Saturdays - May 31st and June 14th, 10:00am - 12:00 noon
Ages/Skill Level: Adults, all skill levels
Cost: $85.00  Participants are expected to bring their own camera of any style (digital camera or phone).

This class is open to all people who take pictures. Participants may use any camera — from an old phone to a high-tech digital camera. The focus of this class will not be on technical matters but instead will be to help students improve their vision.

The first class starts with a discussion of projects we will be doing followed by photo walks. Class participants will head out for about an hour to photograph things they can walk to in Cazenovia. There's a lot to see!

After the first class, students will make 4"x6" prints of their photo walk. They may make them at home or use a drug store or other printing location. Students will bring in 10 small prints to share with the class at the second meeting. I will give gentle feedback and encourage students to see what images work and why. It's not magic, and it's not rules-based, but I do believe some pictures work better than others. I will encourage student observations and help you hone in on how to 'make a better picture!'

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR/TEACHER:
Willson Cummer is a landscape photographer, editor and teacher who lives in Fayetteville, NY.

He is fascinated by places where the natural world shares space with humanity. Willson finds the suburbs to be visually-rich places, as they are neither urban nor rural, but have aspects of both.

Waterways like the Erie Canal, which played an important role in Upstate New York's development, are things he likes to explore. Small parks, like those maintained by nearby villages, show people's imperfect but sincere efforts to share and enjoy the natural world.

Willson Cummer has been teaching photography in various venues since 1999. He has taught workshops in photography to both kids and adults at Cazenovia College, Syracuse University, Light Work, Syracuse, NY and the Grunewald Guild in Leavenworth, WA.

His artwork is online at https://www.willsoncummer.com.

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2-DAY WORKSHOP - SATURDAY & SUNDAY
Times/Dates: Saturday & Sunday, 10:00am-4:00pm, July 12th and 13th
Ages/Skill Level: Adults
Cost: $125.00 plus $20.00 materials fee - Participants are expected to bring the following <LINK>.

When was the last time you left all the rules and expectations behind, played hooky and answered the call of your spontaneous, intuitive nature? 

Water-printing is a fresh and playful approach to an ancient decorative printing technique where water and floating pigments become your dynamic creative partners. Gone the fear of the white page! This is a highly intuitive process. Colors drift, disperse and collide. Color ripples across the liquid canvas and shapes draw themselves across the surface in mesmerizing rhythms that can be shaped, interrupted or left alone.

You can watch a video here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lp6OA8h8wTE&t=61s 

In this 2-day workshop, we will focus the intent towards the creation of prints to be sewn into decorative throw pillows covers. (Note: while some baiting will be made available for filling, pillow inserts are not provided and can be easily purchased in standard sizes from craft stores after the class.) 

Students will:

1. Learn basic step by step hydro-printing techniques as applied to fabric from mordanting fabric to mixing solutions, applying, manipulating paints, setting and caring for the print 
2. Basic color theory and palette creation
3. Basic machine sewing of pillow cover and hand finishing

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR/TEACHER:
Andrée Baillargeon is a multi-media artist living in rural Upstate New York. Having worked as a graphic designer, her textile work seeks to reconnect with the made by hand creative process as a source of pleasure, spontaneity and self-inquiry. Over the years her work has generously been supported by the Canada Arts Council as well as shown in juried art fairs such as the Lincoln Center, the Bruce Museum and the Guilford Art Center. Originally from Montreal, Quebec she is holds a master's degree in theater from UQAM. She is also a certified Life|Art Woman-Centered Coach.

Website: https://labaillarge.com/

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1-DAY WORKSHOP - SATURDAY
Times/Dates: Saturday, 9:00am - 12:00 noon, July 19th
Ages/Skill Level: Adults
Cost: $65.00 - Participants are expected to bring these supplies <LINK>. NOTE: Do not purchase these items until you are notified that the class will definitely run. Senior fund recipients will be loaned a set of supplies, ONLY if registered one week prior to class; otherwise, materials will be the responsibility of the participant.

A Morning of Plein Air Painting!

The location has yet to be determined - scouting for shade! Meet at Carpenter's Barn at 9am.

Join me for a morning of looking!  That is what I think about when painting in a landscape, putting aside everything else and noticing a particular place at a particular moment in time.

What do I hear, what do I smell, what is the weather, what types of clouds, what colors do I see? Paintings don't need to look like photographs of a place. They are about what your senses tell you about the space…

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR/TEACHER:
Leigh Yardley creates work in paint and installation, situating herself as a part of the system of landscape. Yardley's most recent installation, was at Cazenovia Colleges Riesman Gallery as a part of This Land - Camino a Tierra Bendita and Camino de Sanación continued her interactions with the element of chance in the natural environment.
Leigh just retired as adjunct at SUNY Morrisville where she was awarded the New York State Chancellors Award for Excellence in Adjunct Teaching in the Visual Arts. She has actively pursued community-based projects, receiving NYSCA Decentralization grants and facilitating the organization of several arts programs. She participated in the NYFA MARK program and has been a NYFA Statewide Artist Consultant.
As a Visiting Teaching Artist for CNY Aesthetic Education Program she trained with the Lincoln Center Teaching Artist Mentoring Project and Advance Seminar for Teaching Artist at the Guggenheim.
Yardley received her MFA from Lesley University College of Art and Design and undergraduate degrees at Skidmore College and SUNY @Oswego. She has exhibiting widely since 1994. Her work can be found at Cazenovia Artisans, Cazenovia NY. She resides in Hubbardsville NY with her husband Bruce Moseley.
Learn more at https://www.leighyardleyartist.com/

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ART THEME PARTY
Times/Dates: June or July
Ages: 5-12    (minimum of 5 kids and maximum of 15 kids)
Cost: Minimum base fee of $150.00 for 6-10 kids plus $5.00 material fee per child. An additional $15.00 per child over 10 kids plus $5.00 material fee. Maximum 20 kids. No charge for adult helpers.

Looking for a fun way to have celebrate a child's birthday? Have an art birthday party !  Projects are dependent on age range.

Your child's party will be approximately 1 hour of art (depending on project and age range ) and 1 hour of party!

NOTE: Decorations, invitations, drinks and food will be your responsibility. We can provide paper plates and cups and plasticware, unless you want to choose and bring those as well. 

Below are some possible themes for the age group 5-7, if none of these sound like a good fit we can discuss more! 

• Crowns and Castles! - Crown yourself for the day! We will make paper crowns, decorate them, and paint castles on canvas which can later be framed and hung at home.  ($10 material fee per child)
• Upcycled Spaceships! - Let your imagination take you to outer space and use recycled materials to build a spaceship! We will create the spaceship of your dreams!  ($10 material fee per child)
• Make a cuddly Softie or Sock Puppet - Make a fun character and bring home for hours of imagination play. ($10 material fee per child)

Below are some possible themes for the age group 8-12, if none of these sound like a good fit we can discuss more! 

• Mosaics - Use multicolored glass tiles to create an original mosaic! The finished grout-free mosaic will be a ready to hang when you get home! ($10 material fee per child)
• Soap Dough -Use your imagination as you create an original sculpture made out of soap dough.  Once hardened, it can either be used as real soap,admired as an art piece, or both! ($20 material fee per child)
• Wires & Weaving - Use sculpting wire to create a star, a fish, heart or your own idea that will pop once you add colorful woven yarn elements! Your finished artwork will be ready to display with its own wooden pedestal. ($12 material fee per child)

For questions, please email Liz Lurie at  lizluriecb@gmail.com.

Please complete the request form to start the process to design a kids art-themed birthday party at Carpenter's Barn.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR/TEACHER:
Krista Brownis from Dallas, Texas where she began her education journey pursuing an Art Education degree from TCU. She completed her undergraduate education at the University of Alaska Fairbanks with a BA and concentration in ceramics.

Krista's experience teaching art has ranged from developing homeschool arts curriculum to teaching summer art camps and general kids art classes in Texas and New York.

While in Cazenovia, Krista has developed art programming and taught children ages 2-5 for three years at Rippleton Center a preschool in Cazenovia, NY.

Krista is now a full time Teachers Assistant at Burton Street Elementary School in Cazenovia. Additionally, she is teaching the summer art program, art birthday parties and kids art classes through CazArts.

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ONE SUNDAY
Times/Dates/Location: Sunday, February 18th, 1:00-3:00pm, St. Peters Carriage House,10 Mill St, Cazenovia
Ages/Skill Level: Adults and teens age 15 and up; for all skill levels
Cost: FREE!

Exchanging ideas and Nurturing Creativity in Community

Join the Creative Hub for FREE! Discover your creative spark in 2024! Join a diverse community of makers, at all skill levels to enhance your creative side. Come learn, dabble, tinker, and inspire one another in a relaxed creative environment. Bring your own project and be part of a supportive community that cheers you on. Upcoming exploration's include basketry, watercolors, fiber arts, and nature art. Meetings are monthly and may change in location. To find out more, email sparker283@gmail.com.

ABOUT THE FACILITATOR:
Sue Parker -" For over 10 years I have shared my passion for wool fiber art with a diverse range of students, including elementary children, high school art and science enthusiasts and adults. I have had the privilege of nurturing creativity across generations. Through my classes, I aspire to ignite a sense of wonder and curiosity, fostering a space where adults can rediscover their creative spirits and embark on a journey of artistic exploration and self-discovery."

REGISTER by emailing Sue Parker at sparker283@gmail.com

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