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Published: Mar 23, 2009

SAVANNAH, Ga. - The Savannah College of Art and Design continues its community education program with the spring 2009 series of workshops, March 28-May 16 in Savannah. Open to adults and teens 15 years and up, the workshops give those interested in tapping into their creative spirit access to SCAD's outstanding facilities and instructors.

Registration for the spring series of workshops is now open to learners at all levels, and most do not require prior experience. Costs range from $55 to $145 depending on materials, with all materials provided at the workshop. Class sizes are small to provide more individual attention. Early registration is encouraged.

For more information, call 912.525.5123. To register online, visit www.scad.edu/ce.

Spring 2009 Workshops

Advanced Reconstructed Couture
Saturday, April 18, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $75
Instructor: Ashley Newsome
Participants will learn about trend cycles in fashion and the translation of old silhouettes into new ones. There will be some workshop-supplied garments and sewing materials available, but please bring your own sewing machine, needles, extra thread and any clothing you have tucked away just waiting for an amazing transformation. Basic sewing knowledge required.

Beach Bling
Saturday, April 18, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $95
Instructor: Kristine Kennedy
Found items such as shells from a walk on the beach can be used to create one-of-kind pieces that are not only beautiful to wear, but can bring back memories of sun and surf. Beads, shells, buttons and vintage components will be used to create a piece of jewelry that is evocative of a walk on the beaches of Tybee Island. Basic jewelry making techniques will be explored as well as combinations of texture, color and shape. No experience necessary. All supplies included, though participants are welcome to bring their own beach inspirations.

The Beaded Necklace
Saturday, May 2, 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $95
Instructor: Kristine Kennedy
Create multi-strand necklaces that can be worn together or separately to create a stunning layered look. Use beads, buttons, vintage pieces and found items to build cohesive beaded strands that complement each other. Explore color, texture, size and spatial relations. Though all workshop supplies are provided, participants are invited to bring favorite beads to be incorporated into the piece. No experience required.

The C.F. Payne Method-Mixed Media
Saturday, May 2, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $95
Instructor: Ken Meyer Jr.
Started by illustrator C.F. Payne, this technique combines oil, watercolor, acrylic and colored pencil in steps, with each step separated by the spray fixative Sureguard. The process allows for tight control of imagery and utilizes the varieties of effects each media can provide. Participants are welcome to bring a photo of a family member, celebrity, animal, landscape or anything else they would like to paint. All supplies provided.

Comic Book Basics
Saturday, March 28, May 16, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $95
Instructor: Ken Meyer Jr.
Learn the language of comic book art, the materials and methods used to make comic books and how to make your own comic book art in this fast-paced, fun workshop. All materials provided.

Crochet Open Studio
Saturday, March 28, May 9, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $75
Instructor: Melissa McMurry
Explore crochet at the beginning, intermediate and advanced levels. Participants will be divided into groups by experience and will work on assignments or continue pursuing their individual directions. Some basic instruction will be given to beginners, as necessary. Yarn and needles provided. Feel free to bring existing projects that you've been challenged to complete as well.

Embroidery Open Studio
Saturday, March 28, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $75
Instructor: Rubi McGrory
Explore embroidery at the beginning, intermediate and advanced levels. Participants will be divided into groups by experience and will work on assignments or continue pursuing their individual directions. Some basic instruction will be given to beginners, as necessary. Embroidery floss hoop and needles provided.

Faux Finish and Trompe L'oeil
Saturday, April 11, 10:30-5:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $145
Instructor: Christopher Stevens
Learn simple decorative paint techniques to create the illusion of wood, marble and stone. These techniques will be practiced and then utilized to create a small painting. All supplies provided.

Figure it Out: Drawing the Human Figure
Saturday, April 18, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $95
Instructor: Ken Meyer Jr.
Participants will learn the basic components of the human figure and how they interact with each other, as well as basic sighting and measuring. Participants will have an opportunity to draw from a model. All supplies provided.

Found Object Sculpture
Saturday (10:30 a.m.-5 p.m.) and Sunday (2 p.m.-5 p.m.), April 11-12 or May 2-3
Registration fee: $95
Instructor: Jessica Pope
Can you recognize the potential in antique, thrift or found objects? Do you have the desire to revamp or redo? Then this workshop is perfect for you! Deconstruct common everyday found objects from thrift stores to create beautiful new sculptures. No experience required; only an interest in reconstructing reusable art and building beautiful new objects. Boxes of found objects and some building materials will be provided but please bring anything you are interested in working with from your own collection of found objects.

Freeform Wearable Art with Wire
Saturday, April 11, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $95 (Participants may purchase sterling silver at the workshop for an additional fee)
Instructor: Kristine Kennedy
Create unique pieces of jewelry by combining wire metal work with basic beading techniques. Participants will be introduced to basic metal hammering and bending to create freeform wire metal links and chains encrusted with beads, buttons and found items. Though all workshop supplies are provided, participants are invited to bring favorite beads, vintage items, etc. to be incorporated into the piece.

Fugitive Ink Painting
Saturday, April 18, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $95
Instructor: Ryan Sanchez
This workshop is perfect for journal keepers, sketchbook artists and future illustrators. This mixed media process incorporates the fugitive qualities of inks with acrylic paints. The workshop includes a detailed demonstration and hands-on assistance. Prior painting is helpful, but not necessary. Please bring a blow dryer, and elements for collage (newspapers, gift wrap, magazines, etc.). All other supplies provided.

Glassblowing
Saturday, April 11, May 2 or May 9, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $250
Instructor: Jon Poirier
This workshop offers a rare opportunity to learn and practice the intricate art of glassblowing. This workshop will introduce the absolute beginner to the basics of working hot glass. During this one day session students will learn to gather glass from the furnace then use the blocks, marver and other tools first to make solid forms such as marbles and paperweights and then finish by blowing glass to make simple bowls and vases. No experience required. All workshop materials and supplies are included in the registration fee. Wearing cotton jeans, cotton long sleeve shirt and closed-toe shoes is recommended.

Gouache vs. Ink Workshop
Saturday, May 2, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $125
Instructor: Ryan Sanchez
This illustration workshop introduces two techniques using gouache and ink. Learn the step-by-step approaches to achieve a faux etching as well as an ink resist. The workshop includes detailed demonstrations on these unconventional painting methods and hands-on assistance. No prior painting experience required, however, some drawing experience helpful. Please bring a blow dryer. All other supplies provided.

"Green" Quilting
Saturday (10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.) and Sunday (2 p.m.-5 p.m.), March 28-29 or April 18-19
Registration fee: $95
Instructor: Jessica Rogers
Calling all connoisseurs of comfort and resourceful recyclers! This two-day workshop is for experienced sewers and quilters who would like to push their traditional skills and redefine the boundaries formerly defined by quilting. Using all recycled materials, students will start one-of-a-kind, visually interesting and functional art quilts. There will be some workshop-supplied fabrics and sewing materials available, but please bring your own sewing machine, needles, extra thread and any fabrics you have tucked away just waiting for an amazing project to come along, because here it is!

Hats Off: Knitting in the Round
Saturday, April 18, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $75
Instructor: Sara Bumgardner
Expand your basic knitting knowledge by learning to knit in the round! In this workshop we will use circular and double pointed needles to make a baby hat that can easily be translated to a child or adult hat. We will also review how to make gloves and leg warmers to accessorize your wardrobe! Basic knitting experience required. All supplies provided.

Knitting for the Novice
Saturday, April 11 or May 2, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $75
Instructor: Sara Bumgardner
Learn to knit like your cool Granny in this intro to knitting class! This workshop will cover the very basics of knitting such as casting on, knit and purl stitches, garter and stockinette stitch, as well as casting off to get you started on a fabulous scarf or pillow. All supplies are provided.

Linoleum Printmaking Basics
Saturday, May 9, 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $95
Instructor: Jessica Pope
Learn to cut patterns and images into linoleum blocks to create simple, hand-printed images. This workshop will start by discussing design, materials and carving techniques for linoleum printing, then participants will work on a single block project using one color. Paper and ink choices will be discussed, as well as image selection, design and how to create a small edition of prints. No experience required. All supplies provided.

No Fear Watercolor
Saturday, April 11, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $125
Instructor: Ken Meyer Jr.
Dive in and overcome your fear of watercolors! In this workshop, participants will learn how to mix paints, make a wash, utilize drybrush technique, learn to lift paint, and tricks such as using salt, resist and more. Gain confidence in the use of this medium to build a lifelong relationship with watercolors. Participants should bring photographic references. All supplies provided.

No Fear Watercolor II
Saturday, May 9, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $125
Instructor: Ken Meyer Jr.
Swim into even deeper water in this more advanced workshop where participants will learn how to work wet into wet, utilize interesting lighting effects, and get dazzling textures by working over gel medium. Take it to the next level and have fun doing it! Participants should bring photographic references. All supplies provided.

Painting the Figure in Acrylic Open Studio
Saturday, March 28, 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $125
Instructor: Chris Stevens
Explore life painting at the beginning, intermediate and advanced levels. Participants will be divided into groups by experience and will work on assignments or continue pursuing their individual directions. Some basic instruction on learning "to see" will be given to beginners, as necessary. Working with a live model, the workshop will focus on a grisaille or monotone under painting followed by a layering of color to complete a realistic finished work. All levels welcome. All supplies provided.

Paper Quilting
Saturday, May 2, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $95
Instructor: Jessica Pope
Using traditional quilt patterns, learn how to create quilts using scrap paper, magazines, books, paper bags, receipts, letters, certificates and other decorative papers. Construct six mini-quilts measuring 6" x 6"; perfect for framing or sending to someone you love. Piecing will be done by hand with some embroidered embellishment, as well as some work on the sewing machine. Though some workshop papers and embellishments will be provided, participants are encouraged to bring their own newspapers, song books, dictionaries, encyclopedias and other books/papers with interesting motifs and images. Sewing experience required. Please bring your own sewing machine, needles and thread. Quilt block patterns provided in workshop.

Pattern Drafting
Saturday, May 2, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $95
Instructor: Ashley Newsome
Working from existing patterns this workshop will teach students how to transfer patterns from sewn garments to paper and will focus on the basic drafting and alteration of the flat patterns. Participants will gain an understanding of 2-D into 3-D design and will become familiar with basic garment shapes. Sewing experience required.

Please Release Me-Mixed Media
Saturday, April 11, May 16, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $95
Instructor: Ryan Sanchez
Using acrylics and collage elements, this workshop introduces an unconventional process where the entire painting will be released from its surface. This mixed media technique is so versatile that crafters, painters, illustrators and fine artists can use it for many different applications. The workshop includes a detailed demonstration and hands-on assistance. Prior painting experience helpful, but not necessary. Please bring a blow dryer, elements for collage (newspapers, gift wrap, magazines, etc.) and a cloth rag. All other supplies provided.

Project: Beauty Sleep
Saturday, April 18, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $75
Instructor: Rubi McGrory
During this fun workshop participants will learn how to easily transform leftover fabric pieces into three exquisitely scented eye pillows. Sewing experience required. Workshop supplied fabrics and sewing materials available, but please bring your own sewing machine, needles and extra thread.

Project: Quilted Coasters
Saturday, May 16, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $75
Instructor: Rubi McGrory
During this fun workshop, participants will learn how to easily transform their leftover fabric stash into a set of six to eight quilted coasters. Sewing experience required. Please bring your own sewing machine, needles and thread. Though a variety of fabrics will be provided, participants are also welcome to bring their own.

Reconstructed Couture
Saturday, March 28, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $75
Instructor: Ashley Newsome
Design and create your own wearable recycled fashion. No sewing experience necessary. In this hands-on workshop you have the opportunity to create while gaining tips on design and construction. You may work on garments brought from home or experiment on supplied attire.

Remnant Revival
Saturday, May 9, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $95
Instructor: Ashley Newsome
Using fabric scraps, participants will create beautiful pins, rosettes and adornments for clothing and home décor. Explore the ways in which fabric remnants can be used to redefine existing garments and accessories. No sewing experience required. All supplies provided.

The Rescued Skirt
Saturday, May 9, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $75
Instructor: Rubi McGrory
During this fun workshop, participants will work at their own pace to transform a short skirt into an apron that ties at the waist and has one pocket. Sewing experience required. Please bring your own sewing machine, needles and thread. Though a variety of rescued skirts will be provided, participants are also welcome to bring their own.

Sand on, Sand off-Mixed Media
Saturday, March 28, May 9, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $125
Instructor: Ryan Sanchez
This workshop introduces an unconventional process where the final painting will take on the qualities of an old billboard layered with paint. This mixed media technique incorporates traditional painting, collage and elbow grease. The workshop includes a detailed demonstration and hands-on assistance. Prior painting experience helpful, but not necessary. Please bring a blow dryer and elements for collage (newspapers, gift wrap, magazines, etc.). All other supplies provided.

Shibori Sampler-Dying to Quilt
Saturday, May 16, 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $125
Instructor: Jessica Pope
An ancient Japanese art, shibori's intricacy goes far beyond the usual tie-dye techniques. Basic shaped resist techniques-binding, pleating, knotting, stitching, clamping and pole-wrapping-are easy to learn and endlessly variable. Make nine sample squares that can later be turned to create a small wall quilt. Adaptable to any fabric-dye combination, the workshop uses Procion MX dyes on cotton and silk. Dyes, fabric and binding materials are provided.

Stuffed!
Saturday, May 16, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $95
Instructor: Ashley Newsome
This workshop is a fun and interesting exercise on the use of batting and filling to create pillows, three-dimensionally quilted surfaces and plush objects. Explore the different types of filling, techniques for making stuffed objects and new ways to approach this basic technique. No sewing experience required. All supplies provided.

Textile Techniques for Metal Jewelry
Saturday, March 28, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $95 (Participants may purchase sterling silver at the workshop for an additional fee)
Instructor: Kristine Kennedy
Explore using metal wire in new ways by knitting or crocheting jewelry pieces. Create beautiful pre-strung pieces or freeform knit metal bases to suspend additional beads. Basic knitting or crocheting skills required. Please bring your own knitting or crochet hooks. All other supplies provided. The purchase of sterling silver wire is optional.

Wool Rehab
Saturday, April 11, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Registration fee: $95
Instructor: Ashley Newsome
This workshop will focus on the use and re-use of knitted wool by reconstructing wool sweaters into felted purses and deconstructing wool sweaters into reusable yarn for knitting and crochet. The ease of wool felting and the dye ability of wool fibers will be demonstrated. This workshop will also touch on the concept of reconstruction and deconstruction of ready-made garments. All supplies provided, though participants are welcome to bring old wool sweaters from home as well.