QBL2 FIBER ART WORKSHOPS 2010

Schweinfurth Art Center, Auburn, NY

TERRY JARRARD-DIMOND    Oct 29-31        ADRIENNE SLOANE               Nov 5-7

JUDY LANGILLE                    Oct 29-31        HOLLIE HELLER                      Nov 12-14

CHER BENDA                       Nov 5-7           MARY RAY                            Nov 12-14

All About Shape Terry Jarrard-Dimond

3 days (10/29-10/31) - Beginner to Intermediate

In this workshop you will be immersed in the discovery, development and use of shape to create powerful and exciting compositions. Exercises will focus on sharpening your awareness of shape and starting your journey toward building a personal 'shape vocabulary'. Working with fabric and machine, we will explore the creation and use of natural, geometric and abstract shapes. Studies, as well as small finished compositions, will be developed using piecing and raw edge applique.

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Torn Paper  & Textures: The Art of Original Cloth Judy Langille

3 days (10/29-10/31)- All Levels

Create an original fabric of whole composition designed on one piece of fabric. Two simple printmaking processes will be explored in this class. We will begin our designs with a very simple paper resist technique and a blank silkscreen frame. A variety of papers, both torn and carefully cut will be the stencils used in creating these fabrics. We will then learn another way of creating silkscreens from black & white photo copies and a thermo fax machine. This gives you an instant printable image that can have great detail or be highly graphic. Textures, text and photos are some of the inspirations that can be the basis of your designs. We will also consider the possibilities of removing colors as we work with our newly discovered inspirations. Complex designs will be achieved through the multi layering of areas with thickened dyes. The results will be spontaneous and exciting.

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Nuno Collage Cher Benda

3 days (11/5-11/7) - All Levels

This version of Nuno felt introduces a layered textile. Incorporating multiple weaves with diverse characteristics and the great bonus of recycling those pre-loved or salvaged (old or new) fabrics, participants will transform a sheer base weave with merino wool fibers into a colorful, lightweight nuno felt suitable for wearables in all seasons, for Interiors or for purely Visual Art. No prior felt making experience required.

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Surface Design, Photo Transfers & Collage w/Paper & Fabric Hollie Heller

3 days (11/12-11/14) - All Levels

This workshop will offer artists experimental approaches to combining paper, fabric and photography with collage. We will begin with producing a variety of patterned and layered papers using Surface Design techniques that are commonly applied to fabric such as batik, shibori, application of dyes and discharge, printing and stamping. The incorporation of a variety of photo transfer techniques on paper and fabric utilizing an ink jet printer will enable the inclusion of photographic imagery. Students will be introduced to processes such as folding saturated transparent papers and fabrics that have been immersed in a stiffening agent to create beautiful individual “design packages” that can be combined together in a variety of innovative ways.

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Exploring Wearable Art Mary Ray

3 days (11/12-11/14) - All Levels

What qualifies a garment to be considered "art"? Is it the cut, the fabric, the detail, the embellishment, the surface design, the construction? All of the above? In this class, we'll consider all of these things as you design and begin a garment that incorporates the knowledge and skills of the dressmaker with the elements of art and the principles of design. Start with a source of inspiration. Explore sewing and fabric manipulation techniques and how they can be used to interpret an inspiration theme. Find out how to link surface design with garment style. And learn finishing techniques that complete the package and turn your creation into a one-of-a-kind work of art that is truly wearable.

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To register for QBL2, please complete the online form by clicking on the Register for Class icon or download, complete & return the registration form to the Art Center at 205 Genesee St., Auburn, NY 13021. All QBL2 classes take place at the Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center, located at 205 Genesee St., Auburn, NY 13021. 

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Cost

Tuition is $305 per class plus a $5 QBL2 Equipment Fee. Additional supply fees may apply. Information regarding supply fees will be published as soon as it is available. A non-refundable deposit of $75 per class is required to register. Final payments are due September 1, 2010. No refunds after this date. Registrations received after 9/1/10 must be paid in full.

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Supply list will be posted as soon as possible along with the class description. Additional material fees may apply and will be paid directly to the teacher.

Lodging

Hotel accomodations will be available at the Inn at the Finger Lakes for class participants. The Inn at the Finger Lakes is conveniently located in downtown Auburn, less than one mile from the Art Center. Special reduced rates will be available for workshop participants so please be sure to mention QBL2 when making your reservations. To reserve your room, call the Inn at the Finger Lakes today at (315)253-5000.

Meals

QBL2 students may choose to purchase our LUNCH meal plan which will include a variety of sandwiches including a vegetarian option, salad and fruit each day along with beverages and snacks for $40 per person, per class. This plan is optional. All students will also have use of the Art Center's full kitchen, however refrigerator space is limited.

Cancellation Policy

A non-refundable deposit of $75 per class is required to register.  The balance due for each class must be paid by September 1, 2010.  No refunds will be given after this date.  All cancellations made after September 1, 2010 are not refundable for any reason.  Class fees are transferable to another student of your choice.  Cancellations must be made in writing or email and received no later than September 1, 2010 to qualify for a refund.  We encourage you to contact your travel agent regarding travel cancellation insurance.