winter/spring 2015 schedule of
CLASSES, CAMPS & EVENTS
winter/spring events
CRINGE NIGHT
DATE: Saturday, January 24
TIME: 7-9pm
SUGGESTED DONATION: $5
LOCATION: ArtHaus
Sponsored by StoryPeople
We’ve all been through adolescence. And most of us have the diaries,
bad poetry, and saved notes passed in Math class to prove it. Dig
yours out and come share aloud your (unintentionally) hilarious and
genuine teenage notions. Hosted by local author, June Melby, there
will be lots of laughing and hey, it’s cheaper than therapy!!
WORKS BY JEREMY MARLOW
ON DISPLAY: Friday, February 6 - Friday, March 27
FIRST FRIDAY RECEPTION: February 6 from 5-8pm
LOCATION: ArtHaus
COST: Free ($25 for Taste of Winneshiek County)
Held in conjunction with the ‘Taste of Winneshiek County’
Artist Jeremy Marlow will fill the space of ArtHaus with his
painted portraits that capture light and color in an awe-inspiring
manner. A graduate of the University of Iowa and long-time
educator, Marlow now lives and creates on the outskirts of
Decorah. ArtHaus is thrilled to present this work during the Taste
of Winneshiek County (TWC) event; more info on TWC available
at www.decoraharea.com.
POETRY SLAM(S)
EMERGING ARTISTS EXHIBITION
ON DISPLAY: Friday, April 3 - Friday, May 29
FIRST FRIDAY RECEPTION: Friday, April 3
COST: Free
LOCATION: ArtHaus
Sponsored by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans
Join us for a celebration of emerging artistic talent from around
the Driftless Region. We are pleased to unveil the best of the best
artworks created by emerging artists (ages 18-25) who submitted
work for consideration in this annual juried exhibition. For more
information about applying to participate in the exhibition, visit
the ‘Emerging Artists’ Exhibition’ page on our website.
Upstart Crow Theatreworks presents:
“MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING “BY SHAKESPEARE
DATES & TIMES: May 7 at 7:30pm, May 9 at 7:30pm,
and May 10 at 3pm
TICKETS: $5 at the door
LOCATION: To be announced
Sponsored by Donlon HealthMart Pharmacy
One of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies, Much Ado
About Nothing, set in a prosperous Italian villa, sparkles
with the blossom of new love, and the famous battle of wits
between Beatrice and Benedick. Though a shadow is cast by the
machinations of jealous Don John, all wrongs are righted and
happiness wins the day in this 90 minute production performed
by the young actors (age 14-18) of Upstart Crow Theatreworks.
DATES: Friday, February 27 & Friday, April 17
TIME: 8pm, Doors open at 7:30pm
COST: $5/$3 students
LOCATION: Elks Lodge
Sponsored by Dragonfly Books
The ArtHaus Poetry Slam is a
not-to-be-missed Decorah event,
welcoming anyone to participate.
Emceed by local celebrities,
spotlighting a select featured artist,
and welcoming all to participate
in the non-competitive “Original Voices,” (3
minutes or less of your own poetry) or the “Slam”
(a good-natured competition complete with prizes
and Applause-o-Meter), ArtHaus Poetry Slams are
not-to-be-missed, likely-to-sell-out Decorah events.
Call ArtHaus or visit us online to sign up to perform.
Recommended for adults, ages 16 and up.
SAVE THE DATE
ANNUAL ARTHAUS
ART GALA
Friday, May 1 starting at 6:30pm
With live music, a sampler of ArtHaus student artwork,
and fantastic artwork and arts experiences to bid on,
we’re looking forward to having you join us for a
wonderful evening to support your local arts center!
More details available online!
adult
adult classes
MAKE IT ZING: A CREATIVE WRITING
WORKSHOP
DATE: January 13-February 17 (ADT1)
TIME: Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30pm
INSTRUCTOR: June Melby
COST: $90
LOCATION: ArtHaus
Most writing happens in solitude,
as you put words on the page,
hoping it all comes together.
But there comes a point when
you wonder, “Is this even working? How can I make it better?”
In this course we will discuss techniques for improving your
stories, whether fiction or nonfiction. Topics include character
development, narrative arc, pacing, and making writing fun. We
will discuss how to know when a piece is finished. For beginners
or advanced. All welcome.
ADULT IMPROV
DATE: January 14-February 25 (No class January 28,
February 11) (ADT2)
TIME: Wednesdays, 6:30-8pm
INSTRUCTOR: Kristen Underwood
COST: $75
LOCATION: ArtHaus
Awaken your sleeping creativity! Through structured games and the
power of saying “yes,” discover the joy of your own imagination.
No need to think of yourself as “funny” – this class provides a fun
and supportive environment for anyone willing to jump in! New
and returning students welcome, ages 18+ welcome.
DRAWING 101
DATE(S): January 19-February 23 (ADT3)
March 23-April 27 (ADT4)
TIME: Mondays, 12:30-2:30pm
COST: $90 + $25 materials (per session)
INSTRUCTOR: Sarah Frydenlund
TIME: Mondays, 12:30-2:30pm
LOCATION: ArtHaus Studio
In this introductory drawing class, you will set aside your
trepidation as you learn to bring to life on paper what you see in
front of you. Students will observe and draw from both still lives
and live models, exploring a variety of media including charcoal
and pencil as well as chalk and oil pastels. New and returning
students, ages 16 +, welcome.
DRAWING WITH ZEN
DATE(S): January 22-February 26 (ADT5)
TIME: Thursdays, 6-8pm
COST: $90 + $25 materials
INSTRUCTOR: John Synder
LOCATION: ArtHaus Studio
This 6-week class will develop the natural talent of each individual
student with an exploration on the expressive potential of line
drawing, with a strong emphasize on portrait studies. Traditional
drawing materials such as pencil, chalk, and ink, as well as
occasional audio inspiration from, the self-described ‘spiritual
entertainer’, Alan Watts, will be our means towards finding
enlightenment from simple marks on paper. No prior experience
needed, ages 16+ welcome
PAPIER MACHE SCULPTURE
DATE: March 17-April 21 (ADT6)
INSTRUCTOR: Eric Petersen-Brant
COST: $100 + $20 materials
LOCATION: ArtHaus Studio
Our imaginations come to life as we design and create lightweight
and environmentally friendly sculpture. Using recycled paper,
we will explore different molding and sculpting techniques, and
learn about the nearly infinite possibilities of papier mache as a
sculptural material. Participants will create several sculptures over
the 5-week period, depending on the complexity and scale of each
piece. Ages 16+ welcome.
FRENCH FOR BEGINNERS
DATE: March 26-April 30 (ADT7)
TIME: Thursdays, 6-7:15pm
INSTRUCTOR: Peter Russella
COST: $60
LOCATION: ArtHaus Studio
New to French? Want to review long-ago learned French lessons?
Explore basic vocabulary and fundamental sentence structures
including pronunciation and grammar to provide you with
the tools for comprehension and expression. French customs,
culture, and everyday life will also be highlighted.
DATE NIGHTS
DATE(S): February 13 (ADT8), March 13 (ADT9),
April 24 (ADT10), May 15 (ADT11)
TIME: Fridays, 7-9pm
INSTRUCTOR: Jenni & Eric Petersen-Brant
COST: $50 per couple per class
LOCATION: ArtHaus Studio
Looking for a special and unique evening out? Bring your date,
spouse, or partner for an evening of romance and art making.
Whether it’s your first date or your 50th wedding anniversary,
you’ll spend a creative evening playing in clay, creating a print, or
collaborating on a painting. Materials and snacks provided. Ages
18+ welcome.
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SATURDAY ART STUDIO
youth
youth visual arts classes
ages 2 - 4
DATE: January 10-February 14 (YTH1)
TIME: Saturdays, 10-11am
INSTRUCTOR: Alyssa Ritter
COST: $80
LOCATION: ArtHaus Studio
AM ART STUDIO
An art exploration class designed for children who are ready
to make the transition to attending a class independently, in
addition to exploring new art materials and techniques that
will expand their hand-eye coordination and social skills. Easel
painting, homemade play-dough (gluten-free), mixed media
collage, and watercolor resist drawings are a few of the tools and
methods they will choose from during their time in a professional
art studio.
DATE(S): January 14-February 18 (YTH2)
March 25-April 29 (YTH3)
TIME: Wednesdays, 10-11am
INSTRUCTOR: Jenni Petersen-Brant
COST: $80 (per session)
LOCATION: ArtHaus Studio
Just like the Saturday Art Studio only on Wednesday mornings!
Head for coffee with friends or get your grocery shopping done
while your little one explores, plays and learns at ArtHaus
Studio.
ages 4-6
F.A.C.: FRIDAY ART CLUB
DATE(S): January 16-February 27 (no class Feb. 13) (YTH4)
March 27-May 8 (no class April 3) (YTH 5)
TIME: Fridays, 3:15-5pm
INSTRUCTOR: Staff
COST: $75 + 25 materials (per session)
LOCATION: ArtHaus Studio
After a hard week, we all like to unwind with a little F.A.C.!
Let your child de-stress and prepare for the weekend with an
afternoon of creativity in a variety of mediums at ArtHaus Studio.
Professional instructors lead interesting projects while the little
ones enjoy their own Friday social scene.
ages 6-9
EXPLORING THE MASTERS II
DATE: January 19-March 2 (no class February 16) (YTH7)
TIME: Mondays, 3:15-5pm
INSTRUCTOR: Kelly Johnson
COST: $75 + $25 materials (per session)
LOCATION: ArtHaus Studio
See the world through the eyes of O’Keefe, Warhol, Monet,
Mondrian, Klimt, and Cassatt, just to name a few. Each week,
we’ll explore a different artist’s style by examining examples of
their most famous works, and then create our own masterpieces!
Using everything from watercolors and chalks to tempera paint
and oil pastels, we’ll create our own gallery of work you’ll want to
frame!
ART AROUND THE WORLD
DATE: March 23 - April 27
TIME(S): Mondays, 10-11:45am (YTH8)
Mondays, 3:15-5pm (YTH9)
INSTRUCTOR: Jenna Darsee
COST: $75 +$25 materials (per session)
LOCATION: ArtHaus Studio
Travel across the globe from the comfort of the studio. Create
and story tell while learning the traditional art and culture of
those around the world. Students in this class will practice higher
order thinking through cross-curricular education focusing on
kite making, masks, rain sticks and many more fun filled projects
to come!
REGISTRATION: Register on-line at arthausdecorah.org or return the form on page 7.
Contact us at 563.382.5440 or [email protected]. Please register one week in advance.
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youth
youth visual arts classes, con’t.
ages 9-12
JEWELRY MAKERS
DATE: January 15-February 19 (YTH6)
TIME: Thursdays, 3:15-5pm
INSTRUCTOR: Jenni Petersen-Brant
COST: $75 + $40 materials
LOCATION: ArtHaus Studio
Learn to create necklaces, bracelets, and other wearable art with
wire, found materials, and a variety of beads, many of which we
will make ourselves from paper, clay, and more. All materials
and tools provided.
TAKING TO THE SKIES
DATE: March 28-May 9 (no class April 4) (YTH12)
TIME: Saturdays, 2-3:30pm
INSTRUCTOR: Eric Petersen-Brant
COST: $70 + $35 materials
LOCATION: ArtHaus Studio
Set your spirit free with creative kite building! Explore and
construct several different kite structures while learning about
basic aerodynamics and modeling techniques. The class will
conclude with the fabrication and embellishment of a single
larger kite that will take flight in a public display during the final
class on May 9.
youth performing arts classes
Upstart Crow Theatreworks presents:
“MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING”
BY SHAKESPEARE (YTH13)
AGE: 14-18 (9th-12th grade)
REHEARSAL DATES & TIMES: March 4-May 7, Tuesdays &
Thursdays 6-8pm, Wednesdays 6-7:30pm; additional hours
during production week. (Have a conflict with the rehearsal
schedule? We may be able to work it out. Contact Kristen at
[email protected] with questions or concerns.)
PERFORMANCE DATES & TIMES: May 7 at 7:30pm,
May 9 at 7:30pm, and May 10 at 3pm
DIRECTOR: Kristen Underwood
COST: $125
LOCATION: Rehearsals at ArtHaus, performance location TBA
Dive into the world of Shakespeare’s poetry and discover why actors
love to perform his plays. Develop and hone acting skills, create
a character (maybe two), and bring one of Shakespeare’s wittiest
and most beloved comedies to life. Upstart Crow Theatreworks
productions are cast by registration rather than audition but due
to casting limitations not everyone who registers may be accepted.
Register through the ArtHaus website and you’ll receive an email
reply from the director within a few days.
ages 6-9
YOUTH IMPROV
DATE: March 25 - April 29 (YTH10)
TIME: Wednesdays, 3:15-4:15
INSTRUCTOR: Kristen Underwood
COST: $50
LOCATION: ArtHaus
This class is sure to be a super-fun workout for your imagination.
Through team-building games and individual flights of fancy, you’ll
find the sky’s the limit when the imagination is in charge. Old
favorites and brand new games will challenge students of all levels.
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ages 9-12
SHAKESPEARE ALIVE
DATE: March 25 - April 29 (YTH11)
TIME: Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30
INSTRUCTOR: Kristen Underwood
COST: $50
LOCATION: ArtHaus
Shakespeare’s words come alive as we dive into the world of
Elizabethan England and learn the skills needed to lift these
amazing characters off the page and onto the stage. Previous
acting experience is helpful but not required as we rehearse scenes
from Shakespeare’s plays to share with an audience at the end of
class.
also at arthaus
BARNETIMEN ‘CHILDREN’S HOUR’
youth & family
youth camps & family workshops
COST: Free
LOCATION: ArtHaus Studio and Vesterheim
Meet at ArtHaus Studio with your little one on the third
Tuesday of the month through May 2015. Explore a
different part of the Vesterheim collection each time
followed by an art activity lead by Jenni & Eric.
EMPTY BOWLS
COMMUNITY GLAZE-A-THONS
SCHOOL’S OUT, ART IS IN!
DATE(S): Friday, February 13 (YTH14)
Monday, February 16 (YTH15)
TIME: 9am-3pm
INSTRUCTOR: ArtHaus Instructors
COST: $50 + $15 materials (per day)
LOCATION: ArtHaus & ArtHaus Studio
Fill days off school with art making at ArtHaus! Dress in art room
attire and bring along a water-bottle and a sack lunch. You’ll
explore multiple projects as you work in both ArtHaus spaces
with two of our dynamic instructors. A lunch break and snack
(provided) times will keep our creative juices flowing!
ART LAB
DATES & TIMES:
Saturday, February 21 from 10-11:30am (YTH16)
Friday, March 13 from 3:30-5pm (YTH17)
Saturday, April 18 from 10-11:30am (YTH18)
INSTRUCTOR(S): Luther College Art Education Students
COST: $15 (per class)
LOCATION: ArtHaus Studio
Explore the intersections of art and science in this new
collaboration with the Luther College Art Education department!
SECOND SUNDAY FAMILY WORKSHOPS
DATE(S): February 8 (FAM1)
March 8 (FAM2)
April 12 (FAM3)
May 10 (FAM4)
TIME: Sundays, 1-2:30pm
INSTRUCTOR: ArtHaus Instructors
COST: $25 for one adult and one child, $10 for each
additional participant (per workshop)
LOCATION: ArtHaus Studio
Take part in our new series of family-focused workshops featuring
projects designed to encourage collective making and creative
thinking. Each class will explore new ideas and new materials.
Sign up for one or for all!! Tuition cost covers materials and
instruction for up to one adult and one child (ages 2+ welcome).
Add additional participants (adults or children) to your
registration as needed.
DATES & TIMES: Saturday, February 21 from 4-6pm &
March 28 from 11am-1pm
COST: Free
LOCATION: ArtHaus Studio and The Clay Studio
Bring the whole family to be a part of decorating bowls at
ArtHaus and The Clay Studio for Empty Bowls, an event
brought to you by the Northeast Iowa Peace and Justice
Center that will raise funds to be distributed to local
assistance programs in line with Food Justice. The big
Empty Bowls event will be held on April 19, 2015; visit
www.neipjc.org for location and times.
RELAY FOR LIFE PAINT-YOUR-STORY
DATES & TIMES: Saturdays, March 7 from 1 - 4pm,
April 11 from 10am to 1pm
COST: $20 (with proceeds going to Relay for Life and ArtHaus)
LOCATION: ArtHaus Studio
Help ArtHaus help the American Cancer Society raise
funds and awareness by painting the story of how cancer
has touched your life on a 6”x 6” canvas panels that will
be collected for display during the Relay for Life event on
June 6 at the Decorah Public High School. All materials
provided; no painting experience needed. Have a Relay for
Life team that wants to schedule a private panel painting
session? Contact ArtHaus today!
PAINT PARTIES WITH ANNIE ADAMS
DATE(S): Friday, January 30: O’Keefe
Thursday, February 26: Picasso
Friday, March 27: Paul Klee
Friday, April 10: Matisse
Thursday, May 21: Monet
TIME: 6:30-9pm
COST: $40.50
LOCATION: ArtHaus Studio
Grab a friend or sign up the whole family for a fun and
creative evening at ArtHaus with a Paint Party, taught
by our fabulous instructor, Annie Adams. Each paint
party will explore a different well-known artist, and with
step-by-step instruction, have you creating a painting in
their style to take home with you. No painting experience
is needed. Easels, aprons, paint, brushes, canvas, and
instructions are provided. Registration details available at
www.arthausdecorah.org. All ages welcome; families and
groups of friends encouraged to sign up!
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other arthaus information
TUITION ASSISTANCE
Grants from The Depot Outlet, The West Bend Community Foundation, Walmart, many Friends of
ArtHaus make it possible for us to offer scholarships to ArtHaus youth programs. ArtHaus takes pride in
being accessible to all - let us know if you need tuition assistance. Tuition assistance application forms are
now available on our website.
GIFT CERTIFICATES
Give the gift of creativity! Gift certificates to ArtHaus classes and workshops are available in any amount.
Call or stop by to pick one up for someone you love.
EVENT RENTAL
ArtHaus and the ArtHaus Studio make cozy settings for intimate concerts, private parties, and other artsrelated gatherings. Call for more information.
PHOTO CREDITS
Parker Deen/Silvermoon Photography and Seth Vander Horst.
SUPPORT
Become a Friend of ArtHaus! All levels of support are welcome. Visit arthausdecorah.org and click
“Support” to make a donation through PayPal. Recurring monthly payment options available to spread
out your giving!
REGISTRATION/CANCELLATION POLICY
ArtHaus requires that you make partial or full payment to hold your spot at the time of registration. For
visual art classes, camps or workshops the materials fee must be pre-paid as a deposit to hold your spot.
If the class is cancelled due to low enrollment (a minimum of four students are needed to run a class),
participants will receive a full refund for any payments made. If participants choose to withdraw from the
class or workshop due to scheduling conflicts or otherwise after the class has begun, a partial refund will
be given for classes the student can no longer attend. However, the materials fee will not be refunded. If
tuition assistance is needed please call, email or download an application form from our website. Register
online at arthaus.decorah.org.
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registration
Register online at www.arthausdecorah.org or complete this registration form and mail to: 508 W. Water Street, Decorah, IA 52101
along with your payment. Please note that all class offerings can now be identified by a class code such as ‘YTH1’ found after the dates in
each listing in this schedule. Use that code below to note which class you are registering for. THANK YOU!
CONTACT INFORMATION
Your Name: ____________________________________________________ Your Email: ____________________________________________________
Mailing Address: _____________________________________________ City: ___________________________ State: ______ Zip: _______________
Primary Phone #: _________________________________________ Emer. Contact & Phone #: _________________________________________
COURSE REGISTRATION INFO (please feel free to duplicate this form)
Class Code: ___________ Student Name: ______________________________________________ Student Age: ____________ Cost: __________
(if under 18)
Class Code: ___________ Student Name: ______________________________________________ Student Age: ____________ Cost: __________
(if under 18)
Class Code: ___________ Student Name: ______________________________________________ Student Age: ____________ Cost: __________
(if under 18)
Class Code: ___________ Student Name: ______________________________________________ Student Age: ____________ Cost: __________
(if under 18)
Total Amount Due: _____________
OTHER THINGS WE NEED TO KNOW (please answer as desired)
Would you like information about need-based tuition assistance, available for all youth programs? __ Yes __ No
Would you like information about payment plans (with minimum deposit required to confirm registration)? __ Yes __ No
Does ArtHaus have your permission to photograph your child and artwork for PR purposes? __ Yes __ No
Does your child need to take the walking school bus from John Cline? If registering multiple children for classes, please note which
child will be needing the walking school bus in the special notes area below. __ Yes __ No
Special notes or instructions for ArtHaus staff and instructors including special needs or dietary restrictions for those
being registered for class(es). Also use this area to clarify walking school bus needs:
PAYMENT METHOD:
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Exp. Date: __________________________
3-Digit Security Code: ___________
Signature: ___________________________________________________________________
Name as it appears on card: ________________________________________________
TUITION ASSISTANCE
Grants from The Depot Outlet, West Bend Community Foundation, Walmart and gifts from the many Friends of ArtHaus make it
possible for us to offer need-based tuition assistance for ArtHaus youth programs. ArtHaus takes pride in being accessible to all - let
us know if you need tuition assistance or go online to download the application form to mail in with your registration. If applying for
tuition assistance, no payment is needed at this time.
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508 w. water st.
decorah, ia 52101
winter/spring 2015
schedule
ArtHaus is Decorah’s
home for the arts
bringing visual,
performing, and
literary art together
and offering creative
programs for all ages.
508 w. water st.
decorah, ia 52101
ArtHaus Studio
516 w. water st.
563.382.5440
[email protected]
arthausdecorah.org
winter/spring 2015 schedule of
CLASSES, CAMPS & EVENTS
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