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Valley Ridge Art Studio
 

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.
 
 
From student to published artist ...Jill Shulse, mixed-media/jewelry artist shares the story of her journey leading to her 2010 instructor debut at Valley Ridge.  Jill's workshop,
Re-sin'-blage: A Charming Exercise in Jewelry Adornments was held May 1-2, 2010.
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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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Papermaking with Plant Fiber
  Nancee Wipperfurth

There is something magical about making paper by hand. You start with a fiber: the fallen leaves from the maple tree in your yard, or the bast fiber from the milkweed sticks you harvested from the roadside. You cook it, beat it, and pull it into a layer of wet pulp that dries into the most beautiful paper — comprised of textural earth tones and feathery deckle edges. When you use this handmade paper in bookmaking, it provides one more element where you have control of the aesthetic. Learn more.		  
     


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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.
   
  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.
   
   
 

testimonials

Ellen Kort is fabulous. I wasn''t too intimidated.  Liked the size of the group and the fact

— Jan Loiselle