Walking on Water

A.M. - Fiber Arts Studio

We’ll take a look at Madeleine L’Engle’s wonderful book, Walking On Water, Reflections on Faith and Art. Thinking on its major themes and doing projects in watercolor (or media of your choice), we’ll put into practice what we hear about making the invisible visible and splashing God’s glory all around.

Instructor: Jeanne Whitney

Jeanne Whitney has been watercoloring and making things since she was an earnest child artist. Later she attended Cornish School of Art and the University of Washington in Graphic Arts. She has illustrated 19 educational books and has also painted a multitude of watercolor and oil portraits. She has done murals, sculptures and pirate ships (play equipment!) She also teaches school and lives with her husband and the last of her six children on a little farm in Snohomish. Jeanne thanks God for the gift of sight and the gift of hands and mind, loving the joy of co-creating with God, the GRAND CREATOR.

Building with Wood

A.M. - Barn Shop

In this class we will start by spending some time out in the woods, looking for the raw materials from which we can craft a piece of functional art, anything from picture frames to furniture. We will use found objects and materials and simple construction techniques to produce something that is both beautiful and useful.

Instructor: Andrew Campbell

Andrew was born and raised in South Africa, where he studied Interior and Architectural design after completing high school. During his studies, Andrew became involved with Youth For Christ as a volunteer and felt at that time a strong calling to work with young people, so he spent the next two and a half years working at a wilderness program run by YFC and then made a trip to Anacortes, Washington to do and internship with Youth Dynamics, now located in Plain. Throughout his life, Andrew always enjoyed working with his hands, especially with wood and creating functional art. Andrew now builds furniture and cabinets under the name Beaver Hill woodcrafters.

Family Ceramics

P.M. - Pot Shop

Scottie is a master at helping folks of all ages have fun with clay. This is a fantastic experience for parents & children to enjoy together. Learn basic hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques, and then finish your works with beautiful splashes of Scottie’s hand-mixed glazes. Class is limited to four parent-child teams.

Instructor: Scott Dillman

Scott has practically grown up at the Guild, joining his grandmother Ruth Sinclair for years, and learning the art of ceramics. Now a member of our core staff, Scottie has become an accomplished potter and teacher.

Mosaics

P.M. - Glass Studio

Celebrate Family! Explore the mosaic ideas of intergenerational pieces of art with the Glass Faculty. These interconnected creations have become a standard in the Family week workshops. Enhance the magic of parenting with this remembered-for-life collaboration.

Instructor: Joe Hester

Joe has long been a favorite faculty member of the Guild, and has spent many years here as staff and artist-in-residence. A liturgical artist, he has helped several churches in hands-on design of their worship spaces.

Beauty in Black and White

A.M. - Fiber Arts Studio

Dostoevsky wrote, “In the end, beauty will save the world.” Making art helps us to live in the present moment and to discover beauty in unexpected places. Using black and white media such as charcoal, pencil, and ink, we will explore four facets of beauty: TERRIBLE beauty, ORDINARY beauty, HEALING beauty, and ETERNAL beauty. We will draw from nature as well as our imaginations. Who knows, maybe you will add some color to your painted meditations and watch your blood pressure drop even lower!

Instructor: Bro. Mickey McGrath

BROTHER MICKEY O’NEILL MCGRATH, an Oblate of St. Francis de Sales, is the illustrator and author of nine (several award-winning) books. He is also a popular presenter at conferences, parishes, and retreat centers throughout the United States, speaking on art and religious faith- but fun. Mickey has created art for many of today’s leading Catholic publishers, and since 1987 has been a summer faculty member of the Guild, where he has been officially designated a “Guild Master.” In 2008, Mickey was the recipient of the Thea Bowman Black Catholic Education Foundation Award, in recognition of his work on behalf of Sr. Thea Bowman. In 2010, his next book, called ‘ST. CECILIA’S ORCHESTRA,” with poems by Alan Hommerding, will be published by World Library Publications. Bro. Mickey currently lives and works in Camden, NJ. Visit his website at www.beestill.com.

Creating Mandalas with Watercolor Pencils

A.M. - Library

If you are interested in learning how to create lovely design in a circular format, this class is for you. Instruction and exploration of various watercolor pencil techniques will be included. The advent of new quality products enables vibrant color and many textures to be achieved with this simple medium. Come and learn "how" and play with design in a non-threatening environment. Appropriate for all skill levels; no drawing experience necessary. Bring your own set of art-quality colored pencils, an open mind, and a sense of humor!

Instructor: Carla McConnell

As an instructor with the Guild for over a dozen years, Carla continues to enjoy the experience of combining solid teaching with exploration. Her own work has been included in numerous national exhibitions, published in books and articles, and is included in private and corporate collections. She is a Charter and Signature Member of The Colored Pencil Society of America and holds a degree in art education. For 25 years, Carla has pursued her love of the mandala form.

A Retreat: Exploring My Faith Through Art and Writing

P.M. - Fiber Arts Studio

What is my experience of the transcendent? Do I have a desire for God? Is there anything that blocks me in my search for God? Come explore your unique relationship with the divine through color, line, form and words. No previous art experience required-all are welcome!

Instructor: Carla Orlando

Carla brings a background of designing retreats, with training in Montessorri-based faith formation, Ignatian Spiritual Exercises and the PRH School of Adult Education. Carla lives in Seattle with her husband and twin daughters and directs the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd at St. Therese Parish.

Mixed Media on Yupo

P.M. - Painting Studio

Yupo, a kind of plastic paper, is unique because it is non-absorbent and wipes clean when re-moistened. Students will experiment using a variety of watercolor techniques and various other media. Students will need to bring other media such as acrylics, permanent and washable markers, and prismacolors.

Instructor: Eloiese Krabbenhoft

Eloiese has taught art at the elementary, high school and college levels and has conducted workshops in ceramic and wax sculpture and drawing. Although she devotes most of her time and energy to help prepare the next crop of art teachers in Texas, she still enjoys working in a variety of two and three-dimensional media.

Playing with Fire: Raku Ceramics

A.M. - Pot Shop

Come join in the fun as we explore an exciting ceramic process known as Raku. During this workshop, we will be both hand-building and throwing forms on the wheel, and exploring the relationship between form and finish. The week will end with a Raku firing, an exciting process not to be forgotten.

Instructor: Scott Dillman

Scott has practically grown up at the Guild, joining his grandmother Ruth Sinclair for years, and learning the art of ceramics. Now a member of our core staff, Scottie has become an accomplished potter and teacher.

Printmaking

A.M. - Print Shop

If you have not experienced taking a class from John before, you are in for a treat. You will learn three basic techniques: dry point, etching and embossing. No experience required, beautiful results and great fun assured.

Instructor: John Thompson

John is an accomplished printmaker and carver with an extensive collection of commissioned work. A master at making learning art non-threatening and fun. See www.hobbyhorsearts.com.

Learning to See: The Door to Painting in Oil

P.M. - Painting Studio

Students will learn to see positive and negative space, color in light and in shadow, color as warm or cool, and an object in terms of line and plane. Students will become comfortable working with oils, mixing colors, applying paint, and cleaning brushes. Classes will primarily give students time to work in the studio, but will be supplemented by demonstrations, explanations, and some bits of art history.

Instructor: Kari Dunham

Kari graduated from Evangel University in 2006 with a BFA in painting. While at Evangel, she studied under Michael Buesking, and considers him to be influential in her work. After graduating in 2006, Kari went back to the Tri-Cities and worked as an assistant faux finish painter, gaining experience in house painting and in such speciality techniques as Venetian Plaster, Marmorino, and Marbling. Since moving to Portland in the fall of 2007, her professional exhibition experience includes participation in the 2008 Portland Open Studios, the 2009 Visual Arts Showcase in Beaverton, OR, and "In the Stillness," a recent solo show at the Lille Boutique at 1007 East Burnside. Kari also attends Imago Dei Community Church in Southeast Portland where she is part of the creative team led by Arts Pastor, Martin French.

Clay Paper Sculpture

P.M. - Barn

Mixing dry clay with paper pulp, students will have an opportunity to create their own sculptural images with our newest Guild Master and 2009 Artist of the Year, Ruthie. One day of sheet paper making will be included. Fun guaranteed!

Instructor: Ruth Sinclair

Ruth has been an artist and educator for many years, and has exhibited in museums, regional, and national exhibitions. She is a lecturer, instructor, panelist, and juror. Ruth and her work have been featured on Public Television. Her studio is located in Mishawaka, IN.

Paper Clay Ceramics

A.M. - Pot Shop

This course provides an introduction to paper clay. Paper clay is a great "repair" medium, allowing the user to make and alter forms that were previously unsuccessful. It can be used as a Maquette, and original to be cast in another medium (bronze, plaster, cement, etc.) or as a finished ceramic piece. It can be air dried or fired to the appropriate temperature for the base clay. The Guild will provide 25 pounds of stoneware (cone 6) paper clay for each student. More will be available for you to purchase,. If you want to throw- regular clay will be available for you to mix with the paper clay as it is too sticky to throw well on its own. Gail will teach by example, discussion and handouts. She will be working in the studio as well as teaching. You are welcome to watch, practice and play before and after class. I look forward to meeting you all and sharing my enthusiasm for clay!

Instructor: Gail Kelly

Gail received her first certificate in crafts from Lord Fairfax Community College, Virginia, 1982, and then an associates degree in engineering technology at Lord Fairfax Community College, 1987. She earned her first bachelor of art degree from Davis and Elkins College, West Virginia in 1989, and her second bachelors in 2000 from the University of Southern Colorado. Gail received her masters in ceramic sculpture in 2004 from Adams State College, Colorado (while living in Washington state). Gail recently found a quote she likes: “You go to nature for an experience of the Sacred… to re-establish your contact with the core of things. The final test is whether your experience of the sacred in nature enables you to cope more effectively with the problems of humanity.” Will Unsoeld. Gail says she has finally accepted some things as constant in her life: Change. Travel. Family. Learning. Teaching. Helping. Nature. Searching for truth. Creating work that is a reflection of my experiences as I forge through the tantalizing and obscure forest of my life.

Sculpturing with Wood and Stone

A.M. - Barn

“Same old artist, same old stuff, as always great art, great fun and sharing had by all.” John will have the needed materials except for soapstone, which can be had at the Guild. If students have favorite carving tools, they should bring them along.

Instructor: John Thompson

John is an accomplished printmaker and carver with an extensive collection of commissioned work. A master at making learning art non-threatening and fun. See www.hobbyhorsearts.com.

Painting Sacred Earth

P.M. - Fiber Arts Studio

Exploring the relationship between spirituality and art, we will use the materials and methods of the Australian Aborigines to make our own paints from colored earth and clay. We will studying the concept of the "dreamtime" to paint our own personal stories as a way to connect the sacred geography of our life journey with art, and faith. Open to all students.

Instructor: Josef Venker

Josef is a member of the Jesuit Community at Seattle University, where he teaches courses in drawing, painting, printmaking, calligraphy, and ceramic sculpture. He has a special interest in Creation Centered Spirituality, which he fosters through a passion for gardening, solitude, and silence.

Basics of Bead Jewelry Design and Creation

P.M. - Library

Learn the basic techniques of designing and creating fashion jewelry using beads made of glass, natural materials (e.g. turquoise, pearls, hematite), crystal, cloisonné, charms and more, combined with silver- and gold-dipped accents. Become comfortable using jewelry-making tools as well as head pins, eye pins, jump rings, findings, stringing wire, crimp beads, etc. During class you’ll have the opportunity to create up to 10 pieces of jewelry to wear or give as gifts.

Instructor: Glenn Doering

Glenn decided to pursue his creative side after 25 years in the corporate world, and launched the Pärla Arte line of unique affordable jewelry in 2004. He still maintains one foot in the business world part-time, working for a small business consulting/management firm. But his love is his jewelry which he sells via trunk shows, art fairs, in-home and corporate jewelry parties, boutiques, galleries and his website at www.parlaarte.com.

Majolica Ceramics

A.M. - Pot Shop

Majolica is a tin-based glaze, or white undercoat, in which stains of various colors are painted on top. This style of painting results in highly colorful pottery. Handbuilding and wheel throwing techniques will be taught as well as Majolica glazing technique. Color, color, and more color!

Instructor: Kristin Whitmire

A teacher and ceramist with a fondness for majolica, a very colorful process dating back to the island of Majorca. Kristin brings a warmth and enthusiasm to her work that is contagious!

Icon Writing

A.M. - Library

Quiet and prayerful writing of an icon in the Russian and Greek Byzantine style will be the focus of this class. In quiet community, the group will learn the step-by-step tradition of bringing light out of darkness and order out of chaos. No experience in art is necessary, just a desire to be open to God in the process.

Instructor: Ann Brodt

A rare find as a specialist in icon painting, Ann comes to us from St. John’s Cathedral in Florida with her meditative art form.

Contemporary Quilt Making

P.M. - Fiber Arts Studio

Much has changed in the quilting world since our foremothers cut up flour sacks and created bed coverings to keep the family warm. This class will focus on fabric collage techniques, fused applique, and machine quilting, with an eye to art for the wall - whether church, home, school, or office. We will also consider an assortment of embellishment techniques to bring more depth to the work.

Instructor: Larkin Van Horn

Larkin Van Horn is a mixed-media textile artist working in the areas of art quilts, beadwork, wearable art, and liturgical art. Each piece represents the combination of her imagination, inspiration from the world around her, and her strong sense of drama. The intense forms and colors of her work are sometimes a response to the grey Pacific Northwest winters, other times they reflect the natural energy of spring and summer. Whether exploring the variety of textures found on the island - the waves and tidelines, wind-bent trees, strata and fissures in the rocks on the seashore - or the inner landscape of emotions, spirit, and self, it's all about texture. Larkin wants her work to have as much interest for the fingertips as for the eye - hence the decision to work with fabric, fiber, beads, and found objects. She is also drawn to the alchemy and serendipity of dyeing and painting her own fabrics and yarns to create her "paintbox" of materials. As well as producing her own creations, she is in demand, nationally and internationally, as a teacher and lecturer among quilters, fiber artists, and beadworkers. Her second book, "Beading On Fabric" was released in 2006, and she has also published patterns for wearable art garments and fabric vessels. Her work has been displayed and won honors both regionally and nationally. In 2007, Larkin made her sixth appearance in the Bernina Fashion Show (and its predecessor, the Fairfield Fashion Show), where she received the 2002 Judge's Merit Award. Locally, Larkin is a past President of the Pacific Northwest Needle Arts Guild, a founding member of the Wearable Art Study Group, and founder of a group for beadwork enthusiasts on Whidbey Island, The Bead Nuts. She is active in a small art quilt group which exhibits locally and participates in fundraising for humanitarian causes. Additionally, she is a member of the International Quilt Association, the Studio Art Quilt Associates, and the Surface Design Association. Larkin lives on Whidbey Island in Washington State with her husband/photographer/webmaster, Van, and her eclectic collection of fabric, fibers, and beads. Larkin's contact information may be found on her website at www.larkinart.com.

Seasons of the Soul: Contemplative Practices for Creative Inspiration

P.M. - Paint Studio

This class is for artists of any medium and writers who want to explore how contemplative practices and rhythms can bring insights to our inner movements and enliven our creativity. We will engage a variety of practices rooted in ancient Christian prayer forms which cultivate an ability to listen to what is being invited in us to ripen, emerge, and be given form. Through lectio divina, guided meditations, experiences with nature and the elements, ritual, reflective writing, poetry, and visual expression we will slow down, see more deeply, and bring more intention and awareness to the rhythms of our own unique creative process. Please bring a camera (any kind will do), a journal, and pen with you to class. All other art materials will be provided.

Instructor: Christine Valters Paintner

Christine, PhD, REACE is a writer, artist, teacher, and spiritual director. She is the author of Water, Wind, Earth & Fire: The Christian Practice of Praying with the Elements, and co-author of Awakening the Creative Spirit: Bringing the Arts to Spiritual Direction and Lectio Divina: Contemplative Awakening and Awareness. She writes regular reflections on art, contemplative living, and the wisdom of the seasons at www.abbeyofthearts.com.

The Tree of Life

A.M. - Library/Centrum

Laurie will lead an exploration of all aspects of the design process through one theme, the “Tree of Life”. Seen as a map of creation, the cosmology found in the tree of life and its use as a symbol of birth and rebirth across cultures and centuries, this image offers an excellent opportunity to find ways to bring newness into the “long green season” of Pentecost. Liturgical artists charged with creating an “all purpose” approach to the extended season will appreciate finding new ways to fulfill a congregation’s desire to embody many ideas with one set of paraments. Each class session will present a different aspect of design using various media and techniques for generating ideas. Through collaboration, sharing, inspiring one another, participants will leave with a portfolio of ideas for one church season.

Instructor: Laurie Kathleen Clark

Designer, artist and sacred space consultant for providing services to churches, organizations and individuals, Laurie creates custom designed banners, vestments and paraments, stained glass, and a variety of sacred objects including icons. Laurie makes it a priority to help congregations discover hidden talents and skills within their midst. She facilitates workshops utilizing the gifts of each individual and together, she and the congregants create unique liturgical art. Laurie has a degree in fashion illustration from the Colorado Institute of Art, attended Trinity Lutheran College in Washington, where she received a degree in Biblical Studies/ Biblical Languages. She recently earned a degree in Comparative Religions and Art History from the University of Washington. Her lifelong study of Sacred Space and the relationship between art and faith continues today.

Advent and the Creative Void

A.M. - Fiber Arts Studio

Looking at the parallels of the creative process and the season of Advent, we come to understand the importance of this dark season, of emptying oneself in order to birth the new. We will look at Advent images through history and examine contemporary examples. Through journaling, sketching and conversation we will examine our own need for the creative void, and design around these ideas. Through simple techniques of painting on silk we will experiment with some of these images. Students will leave the week armed with a notebook full of ideas, some experimental pieces and possibly one or two finished Advent banners or stoles.

Instructor: Kristen Gilje

Kristen has been working with liturgical arts for many years. Her mission is to draw a deeper connection between the sacred drama of rite and ritual and the rhythms and lessons of the Earth, God’s sacred creation. She is a painter, using oils, watercolors, acrylic and hand-painted silk to create paraments, banners and paintings for church use. Artist in Residence for almost 10 years at Holden Village, she is experienced in making art in community and as community. She values the ability of art to shape and focus a worshiping community around an idea through art, and loves to teach others these skills. Kristen now works in her Bellingham WA studio and makes art for churches around the nation.

The Holy Week

A.M. - Paint Studio

In this class students will be invited to look at the Christian life through the lens of the 7 most significant days in the church year – Holy Week. Immersing ourselves in the rich symbolism, numerous pictorial contrasts, and liturgical choreography, we will dwell in the beauty of the mysterium paschale, for 7 days. This theological, imaginative and visual approach will lend itself to stimulating dialogue and mixed media explorations. Jesus’ new command, given on Maundy Thursday, and symbolised by foot washing and the Eucharist, offers an opportunity to explore the ways in which visual discipleship curriculum can be created consistent with the liturgical art.

Instructor: Gilly Sakakini

Gilly produces dyed and painted fabric pieces for sacred spaces or special events. She leads retreats and facilitates quiet days using art as the principle context for reflection. She works alongside students of theology assisting their engagement with and responses to the material studied. Currently Gilly is studying theology via distance learning at Regent College, Vancouver. She holds a BA in Fine art and French from London University and teaches high school French part time in England where she lives with her husband, Steve and teenage children, Madeleine and Aidan.

Weaving the New

A.M. - Fiber Arts Studio

Handwoven cloth carries with it the energy and spirit of the maker. As companions with our weaving time we will share spiritual wisdom wrapped around poetry, stories, and readings that help us recognize our creative gifts. For those who know weaving, our focus will be on exploring new millennium Japanese fibers from Habu Textiles. New weavers will learn the basics of floor loom weaving, using fibers of their choice from the Guild's delicious yarn stash. Note: there may be an additional materials cost for students who choose to use Habu yarns, as they are expensive.

Instructors: Suzanne Halvorson and Liz Caemmerer

Suzanne has been a designer, maker, and instructor of woven fabrics for many years. She is committed to passing on the ancient art of weaving, and to keep the craft alive through the understanding of textile design and history, it’s applications for today’s world and for future generations. Suzanne has been a studio artist since 1978 in Bloomington, IN. In May 2009 she sold Yarns Unlimited, a popular knitting and weaving shop in Bloomington, after 12 years of sole proprietorship. She is a charter member /owner of By Hand Gallery in Bloomington and currently sells her work at Weaving Southwest, Taos, NM, Penland Gallery, Penland, NC, Marigold Arts, Santa Fe, NM, as well as by commission. Suzanne has become a nationally-recognized weaving instructor and has taught at countless weaving workshops and textile conferences since the early 80’s. Her work has been published in Handwoven, Shuttle Spindle and Dyepot, and Weaving for Worship.

Liz co-founded the Guild in 1980 with her husband Richard, and helped direct it until 2006. An experienced weaver, Liz also is highly sought as a spiritual director of souls.

Saggar Fire Ceramics

A.M. - Pot Shop

Explore your own creativity and develop your own style as we experiment with fire. Through hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques, you will create geometric forms that will transform into wonderful, fire-and-smoke decorated pieces.

Instructor: Yonnah Ben Levy

Yonnah has not only taught art for many years, but she has been an advocate for the arts, establishing an artist-in-residence program in the Seattle area, teaching art in the Israeli school system, and running a ceramics program for adults. See her website at www.stanwoodhouse.com.

Stained Glass

P.M. - Glass Studio

Experience the challenge of glass. All levels of experience are welcome. Beginners will learn how to work with leaded stained glass. Experienced glass workers can design and create more complex projects. Glass designers can work on scaled drawings and learn Charlotte’s approach to design, color, realistic and abstract symbolism and basic methods used for large-scale projects.

Instructor: Charlotte Paul

Charlotte has thirty years of experience in stained glass, with the main focus being public building; including libraries, churches, universities, mental health facilities, and hospitals. As a public school art teacher, she understands the multiple levels of learning and challenges students to create beautiful glass panels that give years of enjoyment.

Calligraphy

P.M. - Print Studio

Students will explore several letterforms which can be used to create calligraphic pieces, journal pages, fabric, collage, and more. We will create paste paper, dyed fabric, and watercolor technique as backgrounds for our calligraphy.

Instructor: Mary McLeod

Mary McLeod studied Italic and Roman letter forms with Lloyd Reynolds, Foundational with Sheila Waters, Gothic Black Letter with Ward Dunham, and Ruling Pen with Julian Waters. She currently teaches art at South Whidbey Intermediate School as well as creating commissioned art in her studio. Mary holds a Master of Education Degree from Lesley University with a specialization in Creative Arts in Learning.

Meditation in Pastel

A.M. - Fiber Arts Studio

Pastel painting refers to a method of applying pigment to a surface. The word “pastel” does not mean subtle colors as we usually hear it used. It comes from the French word “pastiche” because the pure, powdered pigment along with a gum binder is made into a paste and then rolled into sticks. The pigment used is the same pure pigment used in making all fine art paints. It is a delightful medium which allows experimentation and layering. In this class we will learn a particular way of applying the pastel, and we will use as a base some textured surfaces that hold the color onto the surface. Learning to see is a spiritual experience. We will use photos that we bring as a starting point to practice seeing accurately shapes and lights and darks. Each session will begin with a short meditation. Then participants are encouraged to fully engage in entering the silence while allowing the right brain to do its work.

Instructors: Lynn Brown

Lynn has shown her art around the northwest in many juried and invitational shows and has won several cash awards. She was the year 2000 Apple Blossom poster artist for Wenatchee, WA. Her current work can be seen in Two Rivers Gallery, Wenatchee, and Allison’s of Manson. Lynn received her undergraduate education in fine arts at the University of Nebraska and a Masters Degree in Art Education from Central Washington University. In 1998 she also completed a Masters Degree in Theology from Seattle University. She has taught art to all ages. For many years she was also an adjunct professor for Central Washington University, teaching art education to elementary school teachers. She was one of five women who founded the Mustard Seed Neighborhood Center in 1989 and currently contributes part of the proceeds from art sales to help support that childcare facility for low income families. Her work can be seen on her website at www.lynnbrownpastels.com.

Enameling

A.M. - Glass and Paint Studios

For beginners through advanced, the class will work on general enameling techniques. Play with color! Watch the magic of dull powders turning into glossy, glassy works of art! All part of the mystery of our created and creative world!

Instructor: Jean Tudor

Jean Tudor has been enameling for eons and is finally getting an idea of what it is all about. She has studied at the University of Puget Sound, Wayne State University and has done enameling studies with Mel Someroski, Bill Harper, and others. Her work has been exhibited in the U.S. and abroad. She is currently working on “A Bestiary for Our Times," featuring endangered species. See her website at www.jeantudorenamels.com.

Songwriting

P.M. - Library

Jan mixes an experienced songwriting, performing and recording career with down-home fun. All levels of experience are welcome in an unforgettable time creating and laughing together. The week culminates with a performance of the songs created in the class for the entire community...a real highlight of the summer.

Instructor: Jan Krist

Jan began in Detroit-area folk clubs before spreading her wings beyond the Metro area, winning praise at the nationally known Kerrville Songwriting Competition in Texas in 1991. She was honored as Best Vocalist in the Acoustic Division at the Detroit Music Awards in 1995. See her website at www.jankrist.net.

Creation and Creativity

P.M. - Barn

Calling nature lovers! This class will focus on the created order as a source of inspiration as well as art-making materials. Using a variety of natural and recycled materials, we will create mixed-media sculptures that will blend with and complement the natural environment. If you already know where you want your sculpture displayed, please bring a photo to use as inspiration.

Instructor: Sarah Jane Gray

SarahJane, MFA, has exhibited both two- and three-dimensional works in a wide variety of media, and currently serves as adjunct professor and art gallery director for Asbury College. She lives with her husband, Silas, in Simpsonville, KY.

Wool Spinning

A.M. - Fiber Arts Studio

Learn to spin wool roving on a spinning wheel. Mary Ann will demonstrate Navajo plying, which is a triple ply from one strand, as well as hand carding, drum carding, preparing roving, and drop spindling. The industrious spinner could go home with 300yds of yarn, which is enough for most knit or crochet scarf patterns.

Instructor: Mary Ann Sinclair

Mary Ann is a dear friend of the Guild who makes fabric art direct from the source...her own sheep! We are grateful that she is bringing a lost art for others to experience.

Art, Faith and Foolishness

A.M. - Library

Richard will present one final set of lectures and slides on the relationships between art and the history of Christianity, from its beginnings until now. This will be fun. But when this week is completed, the Guild Founder will focus on the creating of art rather than simply discussing it. Don’t miss this last chance to participate!

Instructor: Richard Caemmerer

Richard served as Chair of the Art Department at Valparaiso University for 22 years before coming to the northwest, first as artist-in-residence at Holden Village, then permanently as Founder and Director of the Guild. In the meantime, Richard has taught, consulted and designed hundreds of worship spaces around the world. After this final class, he will devote all his efforts to his first love, painting.

Sketchbook Development

P.M. - Paint Studio

Over the course of a week students fill a sketchbook with drawings, writings and hybrid combinations to a new level of intensity. A wide range of materials/media will be explored (pencil, ink, collage, rubbings, acrylic and watercolor paint, charcoal, and fire). Be ready to make something truly significant and meaningful.

Instructor: Jason Burrell

Jason earned a Bachelor of Arts from Salve Regina College with a junior year abroad at Parsons School of Design in Paris. He has an MFA in Painting from Savannah College of Art and Design and an MFA in Drawing from the University of Cincinnati. See his website at www.jasonburrell.com.

Paint on Glass

P.M. - Glass Studio

This workshop introduces innovative new glass painting techniques for either your symbolic explorations of personal images, or the development of a architectural specific work for your home or church. Come join guest glass artist Molly Brown to establish an team approach for your masterpiece.

Instructors: Joe Hester and Molly Brown

Joe has long been a favorite faculty member of the Guild, and has spent many years here as staff and artist-in-residence. A liturgical artist, he has helped several churches in hands-on design of their worship spaces.

Molly received a BA in general art and a BFA in printmaking from the University of Washington and has continuously practiced, studied and taught art since then. Her current interests include drawing, textile art, ritual art and especially glass painting. Check out the web site for the studio she shares with her husband and daughter in Seattle at www.marigoldstudios.com.

Where Do We Go From Here?

Open Studios

Topical conversation, critique, and open studios highlight this special week. Professional artists and designers, faculty, Guild members and staff past and present are invited to work side-by-side in open studio, as well as discuss current themes within the realm of art and faith in the mornings and evenings, helping the Guild to plan the following years’ programs. Please contact dan@artfaith.com for more details.