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art workshops & artist classes
Valley Ridge Art Studio
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Valley Ridge Art Studio is a unique destination for art
workshops, artist classes and art retreats taught by world-class
instructors, all at the forefront of their fields. Our workshops
and classes explore many art forms, ranging from book arts,
collage and mixed media, jewelry, metals, mosaics, papermaking,
fiber arts and many other art forms.
Whether discovering a brand new passion, refining a talent or
expanding your creative repertoire, the supportive, welcoming
environment at Valley Ridge lets you comfortably stretch the
boundaries of your imagination.
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Watch our new
video!
Listen to students at Valley Ridge Art
Studio talk about their experiences.
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You’ll find the Valley Ridge experience different than any other
art workshop - each workshop is a deep focus on one art form,
with a relaxed pace to give you the most knowledge, hands-on
experience and opportunity for creative personal growth. Since
1999, hundreds of students have discovered the Valley Ridge
difference, and returned time and time again.
For the 2010 season, Valley Ridge is pleased to welcome back
many of your favorite instructors, as well as several new
artists. Making their debuts are:
Returning to Valley Ridge
this season are student favorites
Sandi Bacon,
Nina Bagley,
Jill
Berry,
Michael DeMeng,
Daniel Essig,
Katie Kendrick,
Stephanie
Lee,
Thomas Mann,
Carol Owen,
Mary Beth Shaw,
Susan Shie,
Beryl
Taylor,
Karen Wallace,
Michelle Ward and
Jane Wynn. We encourage
you to explore our workshop schedule to find the art class
that's sure to suit your passion. |
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Upcoming
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NEW! Watch our
new video on the history of the Valley Ridge Farmhouse.
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Spheres, Cones, and Cubes Oh My! |
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Stacey Webber
In this three day workshop you will be taking on the challenge of making 1”-3” hollow constructions out of 18 gauge copper sheet. You will choose to make a sphere, cone, or cube that you will deck or make two sides which fit into each other. You will conclude by finishing the surface and presto!-you have a beautiful, delicate container. We will be practicing advanced soldering methods, scoring and bending sheet metal, dapping, forming, sanding and finishing. Learn more. |
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discover the difference
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Intimate Workspace
Settle in for an entire workshop with
your own work table for supplies and tools. Small
class size assures personal attention from
instructors and fosters relationships with
instructors and students.
Whether discovering a brand new passion, refining a talent or
expanding your creative repertoire, the supportive, welcoming
environment at Valley Ridge lets you comfortably stretch the
boundaries of your imagination. |
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Farmhouse Accommodations
Our beautiful location in southwestern Wisconsin features a
state-of-the-art classroom/studio, a detached community building
serving delicious, healthy meals and comfortable, convenient private bedroom accommodations in our
restored farmhouse with shared living space, kitchen, porch and
deck, or limited campsites. On-site accommodations are optional and first-come,
first-serve. |
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Your Hosts
Bill and Kathy Malkasian
Celebrate 11 years of creativity, friendship and fun with
hundreds of artists in The Valley Ridge community. Come join us!
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Photo courtesy
Linda Weber |
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What an absolutely divine
three days, even if I do
need another three days to
recover. This wo  What an absolutely divine
three days, even if I do
need another three days to
recover. This workshop was
a good combination of
process and product -- we
learned several different
techniques but also worked
quietly on what became very
personal and emotional
creations. All the things
I said a few weeks ago
still hold true -- Kathy and
Bill have created such an
exquisite and welcoming
place to gather and create
art. I feel very thankful
to be able to partake in
such generosity. Lunch is
fabulous -- everyone ought
to treat themselves and have
lunch, AND save room for
dessert. And to be able to
learn from so many
different people- - not just
the instructors that
Kathy gathers from all parts
of the U.S., but each
participant, who brings
their own interesting
supplies
and knowledge to share -- it
all contributes to the
very inspiring and creative
place that is Valley
Ridge. Thanks and kudos to
Kathy and Bill and Nina!
Oh, and Bear too.
— Laura Komai - From the Ground Up: Building Your Own Spirit Vallage
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