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winter/spring 2013 schedule of CLASSES & EVENTS

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Table of ConTenTsArtHaus Events ..........................................1 - 2

Adult Classes ........................................... 3 - 5

Family Workshops...........................................6

Youth Classes and Camps ........................... 7 - 12

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fIRsT fRIDaY: new artwork by Zoe KlosterboerDATE: Friday, February 1TIME: 7-9pmCOST: FREELOCATION: ArtHaus and ArtHaus StudioSponsored by Oneota Community Co-op

The winner of last year’s Emerging Artists’ Exhibition, Zoe Klosterboer, has a new body of artwork inspired by her recent return to Decorah. ArtHaus invites you to view the compelling style of this talented St. Olaf graduate in an exhibition of mixed-media drawings entitled “Loop.”

PoeTRY slaMDATE: Friday, February 22TIME: 8pmCOST: $5/$3 studentsLOCATION: Decorah Elks LodgeSponsored by Dragonfly Books

The ArtHaus Poetry Slam is a not-to-be-missed Decorah event, welcoming anyone to participate. Featured Artist NANCY BARRY will kick off the evening, followed by the non-competitive “Original Voices,” (2 minutes or less of your own poetry) and ending with the “Slam” (a good-natured competition complete with prizes and Applause-o-Meter). Call ArtHaus to sign up to perform! Recommended for adults, ages 16 and up.

Kenbe la - HolD on, a film by stephen anunson and Carolyn armstrongDATE: Friday, January 4TIME: 7pmCOST: FREELOCATION: Room 206, Valders Hall of Science, Luther CollegePresented by Luther College Future Music Educators AssociationSponsored by ArtHaus

ArtHaus is pleased to sponsor a showing of this independent film, celebrating the healing and transformative power of the arts through the story of the Holy Trinity school in Haiti. Filmmaker Carolyn Armstrong will be on hand for a Q & A following the showing. For more information, please contact Bill Fordice at 563-387-1301 or [email protected].

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fIRsT fRIDaY: 3rd annual emerging artists’ exhibitionDATE: Friday, April 5TIME: 7-9pmCOST: FREELOCATION: ArtHaus and ArtHaus StudioSponsored by Rubaiyat

Join us for a celebration of emerging artistic talent in the Driftless Region. We are pleased to unveil the best of the best artworks created by emerging artists (ages 18-23) who submitted their strongest 2-D and 3-D artworks to our juried show. Last year we had nearly 70 submissions from three states, representing 6 different colleges and universities. For more information about entering artwork, view the Emerging Artists’ Exhibition page on our website.

PoeTRY slaMDATE: Friday, April 19TIME: 8pmCOST: $5/$3 studentsLOCATION: Decorah Elks LodgeSponsored by Dragonfly Books

The ArtHaus Poetry Slam has become a not-to-be-missed Decorah event, welcoming anyone to participate. A featured artist will kick off the evening, followed by the non-competitive “Original Voices,” (2 minutes or less of your own poetry) and ending with the “Slam” (a good-natured competition complete with prizes and Applause-o-Meter). Call ArtHaus to sign up to perform! Recommended for adults, ages 16 and up.

aRTHaUs GaRDen PaRTY & aRT aUCTIonDATE: Friday, May 3TIME: 6:30-8pm silent art auction, live music, hors d’oeuvres, cash bar; 8-9pm live art auction with Joe Gavle!COST: $15LOCATION: Steyer Opera House at the Hotel WinneshiekSponsored by the Hotel Winneshiek

We are delighted to partner with the Hotel Winneshiek in offering this year’s fundraiser and celebration of the creative season: spring! The beautiful Steyer Opera House provides a perfect setting for you to enjoy live music, a sampler of ArtHaus student artwork, and bid on the work of outstanding regional artists in silent and live auction. Come for the good company and fantastic artwork. Come to support the ArtHaus Youth Scholarship Fund. Come to play a role in sustaining your local art center!

fIRsT fRIDaY: an evening with Todd MentonDATE: Friday, March 1TIME: 8pmCOST: $10LOCATION: ArtHaus Sponsored by Dug Road Inn

ArtHaus is thrilled to present Todd Menton, lead singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist for the widely known folk-rock band, Boiled in Lead. A native Minnesotan, Todd has toured with the band off and on since 1985, playing at major festivals and concert venues throughout the U.K., Europe, and North America. When he’s not on the road with Boiled in Lead, Todd tours solo, bringing his wry performing style, warm vocals, and sharp playing on guitar, bouzouki, mandolin, bodhran, and tin whistle to pubs, clubs, and festivals. Expect the drama and hilarity of traditional Celtic tunes, and darkly humorous word-play of Todd’s original songs, all delivered with his signature wit and vibrant energy. BYOB ok.

boDHRan and PUb sInGInGa Workshop with Todd MentonDATE: Friday, March 1TIME: 4-5:30pmCOST: $15LOCATION: ArtHaus

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TalKsToRY DeCoRaHDATE: Friday, March 22TIME: 8pmCOST: $5/$3 studentsLOCATION: ArtHaus

Are you a fan of “The Moth Radio Hour” on National Public Radio? Enjoy Decorah’s own live storytelling event, featuring true stories told in person! Put your name in the hat to tell your story, inspired by the theme of the evening, “Youth,” in seven minutes or less with no script or notes -- or just come to enjoy! Recommended for adults, age 16 and up. Hosted by Kyra Bellrichard. For helpful tips on telling a story well, visit www.arthausdecorah.org/talkstory. BYOB ok.

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Please Register for Classes one Week In advancePayment of the materials fee for visual art classes will secure your registration and assure that we can order materials prior to the start date. If a minimum number of registered participants is not reached one week prior to the start date of any youth or adult class, ArtHaus reserves the right to cancel the class and will refund in full any payments made.

IMPRoVDATE: January 7-February 18 (6 weeks, no class Jan. 28)TIME: Mondays 6:30-7:30pmINSTRUCTOR: Kristen UnderwoodCOST: $55LOCATION: ArtHaus

Awaken your sleeping creativity! Through structured games and the power of saying “yes,” discover the joy of your own imagination. No need to see yourself as “funny” – this class provides a fun and supportive environment for anyone willing to jump in! New and returning students welcome. (note: make-up snow day is Feb. 25)

sPanIsH sToRIes & a booK, level IIDATE: January 10-February 21 (6 weeks, no class Feb. 14)TIME: Thursdays 7:30-8:45 pmINSTRUCTOR: Jim TrippCOST: $55 + $10 materialsLOCATION: ArtHaus

Have you had 20 hours or more of Spanish instruction or practice? ArtHaus instructor Jim Tripp offers a great way to gain even more confidence with the language. The first half of the session will be devoted to casual conversation and making up stories. The second half will involve reading and discussing a simple and interesting Spanish novel. Have a question about the class before you register? Contact Jim directly at [email protected] (note: make-up snow day is Feb. 27)

sPanIsH sToRIes & a booK, level IIIDATE: January 10-February 21 (6 weeks, no class Feb. 14)TIME: Thursdays 6-7:15pmINSTRUCTOR: Jim TrippCOST: $55 + $10 materialsLOCATION: ArtHaus

Are you fairly confident in your Spanish skills, with more than 40 hours of speaking experience? Expand your vocabulary and conversational skills with Jim Tripp this winter! Spend the first half of the class in casual conversation and making up stories. The second half of the session will be devoted to reading a short Spanish novel. Have a question about the class before you register? Contact Jim directly at [email protected] (note: make-up snow day is Feb. 27)

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DRaWInG & PaInTInG fRoM lIfeDATE: January 15-March 5 (8 weeks)TIME: Tuesdays 6:30-8:30pmINSTRUCTOR: Sarah FrydenlundCOST: $95 + $30 materials For more flexibility, attend as a drop in for $15 per classLOCATION: ArtHaus Studio

Whether you’re a beginner or more experienced, we invite you to come and explore an array of artist materials while sharpening your ability to see and draw with an artist’s perspective. Working from both still life and live models, you will improve and perfect your drawing skills, while exploring various materials including pencil, charcoal, pastel, ink, and paint. Observe and respond to the human form in your own drawing and painting voice. New and returning students welcome. (note: make-up snow day is March 12)

neW DaYTIMe Class!WaTeR-baseD PaInTInG & PRInT TeCHnIQUesDATE: January 15-March 5 (8 weeks)TIME: Tuesdays 10am-noonINSTRUCTOR: Sarah FrydenlundCOST: $95 + $30 materials LOCATION: ArtHaus Studio

During this daytime session, explore water-based painting and drawing materials to create mixed media drawings and experiment with simple print techniques to add texture and depth to your work. Learn to use these delightful mediums with more confidence. Explore watercolor, gouache, ink, pen, and oil pastels more expressively. This course suits any level from beginners to those with drawing and painting experience. (note: make-up snow day is March 12)

ReGIsTRaTIon: Register on-line at www.arthausdecorah.org. Please register at least one week before class begins.Stop by and see us Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10-noon. Contact us at 563.382.5440 or [email protected]. 4

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MoDeRn seWInG: YoU MaKe THe RUlesDATE: January 30-March 20 (8 weeks)TIME: Wednesdays 6:30-9pmINSTRUCTOR: Rachelle BranumCOST: $120 + $40 materials feeLOCATION: ArtHaus Studio

Break free from patterns and rules and learn to sew in a fun, improvisational way! Rachelle will set your sewing free with exercises she learned recently from Denyse Schmidt, the mother of modern quilt making. Crazy quilts and color theory will inspire you and give you the confidence you need to tackle sewing projects with a fresh eye. Students of all levels welcome. Bring your machine and sewing scissors. (note: make-up snow day is March 27)

MaRKeT basKeTDATE: January 26TIME: Saturday 9am-6pm (1 hour break for lunch)INSTRUCTOR: Martha Monson LoweCOST: $50 + 30 materialsLOCATION: ArtHaus Studio

Perhaps you’ve admired market baskets at a boutique or Farmers’ Market -- now you can make your own while learning from respected local basket artist, Martha Monson Lowe. Woven around a wooden “D” handle, this basket is great for shopping, storing projects or magazines, and much more.

CReaTe & DeCoRaTe a seT of 4 PlaTesDATE: February 25 & March 4 (2 weeks)TIME: Mondays 6-9pmINSTRUCTOR: Sarah FrydenlundCOST: $40 + $60 materials LOCATION: The Clay Studio

Working with fresh clay, you’ll create a set of unique plates or bowls as functional dinnerware or decorative items. We’ll explore a variety of texturing and building techniques and discover what best suits your needs and interests. In the second session, we’ll discuss and experiment with color, design, and methods of decoration to finish the set. Items will be fired and ready to collect one week after the final session. No experience necessary!

InTRoDUCTIon To aMeRICan sIGn lanGUaGeDATE: February 26-April 30 (10 weeks)TIME: Tuesdays 7:30-8:45pmINSTRUCTOR: Anna CrenshawCOST: $90LOCATION: ArtHaus

Have you ever been awed by the beauty of sign language? Have you wished you could communicate more effectively with a deaf colleague, friend, or family member? Discover the joy of signing in this introductory course. Basic sign vocabulary and practice, as well as insights and information about Deaf culture will be included. ASL is easy to learn, fun to use, and widely respected. Join us in a fascinating exploration of language and communication in a fun, supportive environment. (note: make-up snow day is May 7)

ConTInUInG aMeRICan sIGn lanGUaGe DATE: February 26-April 30 (10 weeks)TIME: Tuesdays 6-7:15pmINSTRUCTOR: Anna CrenshawCOST: $90LOCATION: ArtHaus

If you’ve already had an introduction to American Sign Language (at ArtHaus or elsewhere), you know that signing is a fun and fascinating method of communication, with rewarding practical applications. This class is for those wishing to continue their study of ASL. Bring your signing skills to the next level and have fun practicing with your classmates in this ten week class. (note: make-up snow day is May 7)

eURoPean folK DanCeDATE: February 28-April 18 (8 weeks)TIME: Thursdays 6-7:15pmINSTRUCTOR: Pine WilsonCOST: $70LOCATION: ArtHaus

What a great way to move your body and warm up on an early spring night! Pine Wilson will lead you on a tour of the traditional folk dances of Eastern Europe, Greece, Israel, and France. Easy and fun, beginners and returning students are welcome. No partners needed! A great family class for age 12 through adult. (note: make-up snow day is April 25)

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ReCoRDeR enseMble IIDATE: February 28-April 18 (8 weeks)TIME: Thursdays 7:30-8:30pmINSTRUCTOR: Suzanne ErnstCOST: $70 LOCATION: ArtHaus

Refresh or strengthen your skills in this adult recorder ensemble with master teacher Suzanne Ernst. Students can expect to play with confidence at the intermediate level within the span of this course. Suzanne will bring a variety of inexpensive recorders to try the first night of class. Students will purchase The Sweet Pipes Recorder book, Vol. II and a recorder if necessary. Prerequisite: must be able to read music and have a basic working knowledge of recorder fingerings. (note: make-up snow day is April 25)

boDHRan and PUb sInGInGa Workshop with Todd MentonDATE: March 1TIME: Friday 4-5:30pmCOST: $15LOCATION: ArtHaus

Singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Todd Menton leads this lively workshop. Todd teaches bodhran for the Center for Irish Music in St. Paul, instructing students of all ages and skill levels. Bring your drum, a drumstick, or short dowel... or come prepared to raise your voice in song as Todd guides you in singing with the drum and playing traditional dance tune accompaniment! Teens and adults welcome.

TRIanGUlaR Wall basKeTDATE: March 14TIME: Thursday 5:30-9:30pmINSTRUCTOR: Martha Monson LoweCOST: $30 +$15 materialsLOCATION: ArtHaus Studio

Learn an entirely different type of weaving from the market basket during this evening workshop taught by Martha Monson Lowe. This triangular basket acts as a woven vessel for holding dried arrangements or adorning your wall. Learn to weave this unique basket in one evening that is sure to inspire future projects for your home.

sT. PaTTY’s DaY WoRKsHoP: sIPPInG sTeInsDATE: March 17TIME: Sunday 3-5pmINSTRUCTOR: Rachelle Branum COST: $35/personLOCATION: The Clay StudioSponsored by Oneota Community Co-op Join us for a festive and creative St. Patty’s Day workshop! Sample beers compliments of the Oneota Community Co-op, then make your own stein. Learn about the shapes of mugs historically used for drinking beer and get your hands dirty constructing your own Irish tankard. No experience needed.

sIlKsCReenInG & alTeRnaTIVe PRInTMaKInGDATE: April 1-May 13 (7 weeks)TIME: Mondays 6:30-8:30pmINSTRUCTOR: Ben Moore COST: $85 + $45 materials feeLOCATION: ArtHaus Studio Image and design transfer methods are often used for mass-producing images on paper, wood, and fabric. Come learn some easy screen-printing, monotype, and relief printing techniques that can be done with simple materials. Learn to easily transfer your own artwork onto clothing, book covers, stationery, pillows, and more. No experience necessary.

PHoToGRaPHY WoRKsHoP: GeT To KnoW YoUR CaMeRaDATE: May 4, 11, 18 (3 weeks)TIME: Saturdays 9am-noonINSTRUCTOR: Julie StromCOST: $55 + $15 materials feeLOCATION: ArtHaus Studio & various locations out in the field

Your quest to become the next Ansel Adams starts with this course! Let instructor Julie Strom walk you through the basic controls on your camera and help you understand how to use them more effectively. Whether you have a Digital SLR or a point and shoot camera, you’ll learn to compose and capture the image you want. Open to new or returning students who want to take their skills to the next level.


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DATE: February 3TIME: Sunday 1-3pm or 3.30-5.30pm INSTRUCTOR: Sarah FrydenlundCOST: $75/family includes set of 4 plates, additional plates $15/eachLOCATION: The Clay Studio

Bring the whole family to The Clay Studio to design and decorate a set of dessert plates to dress up your Valentine’s Day or Sunday lunch table. We’ll experiment with sten-ciling, painting, and print-ing onto plates and help you create a set which is as unique as your family. Bring photos or references with you or draw out your ideas in the studio. Plates will be ready one week after the workshop for you to pick up.

ART FOR A CAUSE: ARTFUL ACTS OF KINDNESS

This workshop opportunity focuses on creative projects and the art of giving back to the community. We’ll supply the materials—all we need is your passion to champion a cause! Whether you’re part of service organization, a girl scout troop, or have a group of friends focused on paying it forward, you can make a difference in your community. Call ArtHaus to suggest a project and set a date, then gather your group and get to work making a difference.

Previous projects include making newborn jersey knot hats out of recycled t-shirts for the Winneshiek Medical Center; fleece blankets for the resource center serving battered women and children; note cards for residents of area nursing homes; fairy-chairs and houses for the PAWS animal shelter fundraiser, etc.

Contact ArtHaus to schedule your workshop today!

Special thanks to Dr. John Wilmes, Dr. Peter Blodgett, Dr. Lana McDermott, of West Side Dental for graciously underwriting all Art for a Cause supply costs.

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sInG oUT!AGE: adults and accompanied young people DATE: January 8-February 19 (6 weeks, no class Feb. 5)TIME: Tuesdays 7-8:30pmSONGLEADERS: Liz Rog and Ellen RockneCOST: suggested donation $5/class (or pay what you can - no one turned away)LOCATION: ArtHausTO REGISTER: Contact Liz Rog (563) 382-8013 or [email protected]

Whether you are a seasoned singer or you’ve never before sung in a group and always wanted to, you’re invited to join Sing Out! All voices are welcome—no audition, performance, or singing experience required. Come to sing, socialize, and relax – because singing is too important to leave to the professionals! We hope you’ll pre-register, but drop-ins are also welcome.

MaKe YoUR oWn PaPeR-MaCHe PIÑaTa!AGE: 3 and up (children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult)

DATE: April 13 and 20 (2 weeks)TIME: Saturdays 2-4pmINSTRUCTOR: Jennifer JonesCOST: $40/familyLOCATION: ArtHaus Studio

Whether there is a family birthday on the horizon or you just want to create a traditional pinata to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, you are guaranteed to have fun making one! Work together as a family to create a collaborative artwork and symbol of celebration you can put to good use. We supply the paper-mache and paint; you supply the creativity and candy to fill it later!


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WInTeR aRT CaMP: PaPeR-PlaYAGE: 6-8 & 9-12 (K-2nd & 3rd-6th grade)DATE: December 26-28TIME: Wednesday-Friday 9am-3pmINSTRUCTORS: Zoe Klosterboer & Rachelle BranumCOST: $80 + $40 materials if registered by December 5 (includes all materials & snacks; add $15 if registering after December 5)

LOCATION: ArtHaus Studio and the Clay Studio

Come and explore paper to the outer limits! We will recycle, reuse, and renew paper in its various forms as we learn the art of papermaking, paper sculp-ture, collage, murals, printmaking, and even create wearable accessories. At The Clay Studio we will explore creating designs in clay that can be printed on paper, as well as vessels to hold your personal art materials at home!

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WInTeR aRT CaMP: see In 3-D!AGE: 6-8 & 9-12 (K-2nd & 3rd-6th grade)DATE: January 2-4TIME: Wednesday-Friday 9am-3pmINSTRUCTORS: Zoe Klosterboer & Alyssa RitterCOST: $80 + $40 materials if registered by December 5 (includes all materials & snacks; add $15 if registering after December 5)

LOCATION: ArtHaus Studio and the Clay Studio

You might need special glasses at the movies, but at ArtHaus you can see in 3-D everyday! Join us as we explore the third dimension by creating sculptures using a variety of materials including, clay, paper, paper mache, and found objects! We will find inspiration in contemporary artists and then showcase all we have learned and created in a gallery show at the end of the week.

Spend some of the winter vacation days creating artworks inspired by living and working artists as we split our day between the ArtHaus Studio and The Clay Studio. Bring a water-bottle, a packed lunch, and art room attire. We’ll supply the creative art spaces, fantastic teaching artists, walking school bus between studios, and snacks. At the end of each mini-camp students will showcase their artwork in the ArtHaus Studio gallery! Sign up for one or two weeks for a $10 discount. New and returning campers are invited to attend. New lessons to learn!

PaRenT/CHIlD aRTsTUDIoAGE: 22 months-4 yearsDATE: February 2-March 16 (6 weeks, no class Feb. 16)TIME: Saturdays 11-noonINSTRUCTOR: Rachelle BranumCOST: $60 +$25 materials per child/caregiver duoLOCATION: ArtHaus Studio

“Every child is an artist...the ques-tion is how to remain one as an adult.” - Pablo Picasso. In this par-ent/child class you will experience side by side new ways to play to-gether, create together, and learn from each other! We will look at the work of numerous artists as inspiration during our time in the studio, allowing you to brush up on your modern art history, while both you and your child gain confidence using various art materials such as watercolor, paper mache, clay, and more. (note: make-up snow day is March 23)

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Classes foR TInY MasTeRs aGes 22 months-4 years

ClaY-PlaY foR TInYsAGE: 22 months-4 yearsDATE: April 6-May 11 (6 weeks)TIME: Saturdays 10-11amINSTRUCTOR: Kyra Bellrichard & Rachelle Branum COST: $60 + $25 materials per child/caregiver duoLOCATION: The Clay Studio

Enjoy your toddler while making mud pies together! Par-ents and kids alike will enjoy this class as you explore the properties of clay together in an in-structor-facilitated clay-play class. Find out if your child is a budding sculptor while you create something of your own at The Clay Studio. (note: make-up snow day is May 18)

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onCe UPon a TIMe: Tell a Tale In MIXeD-MeDIa AGE: 6-8 (1st-2nd grade)DATE: January 15-March 5 (8 weeks)TIME: Tuesdays 3:30-5:15pmINSTRUCTOR: Zoe KlosterboerCOST: $90 +$25 materialsLOCATION: ArtHaus Studio Everyone has a story to tell. In this class we take storytelling to the outer limits through a variety of mixed media art projects including printmaking, collage, drawing and painting. Through flipbooks, comic strips, and large scale artworks, we will tell our own tales while seeking inspiration from narrative works created by contemporary artists along the way. We finish our class with a gallery show for family and friends! (note: make-up snow day is March 12)

VIsUal aRT Classes foR lITTle MasTeRsaGes 6-8 (1st-2nd grade)

ClaY CUlTURes foR lITTle MasTeRsAGE: 6-8 (1st-2nd grade)DATE: March 19-May 7 (8 weeks)TIME: Tuesdays 3:30-5:15pmINSTRUCTOR: Kyra Bellrichard COST: $90 + $35 materialsLOCATION: The Clay Studio

Join us for a trip around the globe as we pass through seven continents in eight weeks trying to answer the big question, “Why do people make art?” During our time together we will explore the properties of clay through series of fun projects bringing to life stories from cultures around the globe. The last week of class we invite you to see our exhibit inspired by a world of art! Prepare your child to get messy and have a great time! New and returning clay students are welcome. (note: make-up snow day is May 14.)

VIsUal aRT Classes foR MInI-MasTeRs aGes 4-5 (Preschool and Kindergarten)

MoDeRn aRT foR MInI-MasTeRs: a PlaYDaTe WITH 10 GReaT aRTIsTsAGE: 4-5 (Preschool and Kindergarten)DATE: January 21-March 11 (7 weeks, no class Feb. 18)TIME: Mondays 3:15-4:45INSTRUCTOR: Rachelle BranumCOST: $75 + $25 materialsLOCATION: ArtHaus Studio

Through books, art images, games, and hands-on experiences your child will make friends with ten great artists and their masterpieces from around the world. Inspired by the lives and art of Van Gogh, Monet, O’Keeffe, Seurat, Pol-lock, Picasso, and more, they will understand how each artist’s work is unique...including their own! Exploring a variety of media including paint, pastels, printmaking, and sculpture, students will gain confidence in their own artmaking abili-ties. We will end our session by inviting you to visit an “art museum” of our own creation! (note: make-up snow day is Feb. 18)

ClaY CUlTURes foR MInI-MasTeRsAGE: 4-5 (Preschool-Kindergarten)DATE: March 18-May 6 (7 weeks, no class April 1)TIME: Mondays 3:15-4:45pmINSTRUCTOR: Rachelle BranumCOST: $75 + $30 materialsLOCATION: The Clay Studio

Join us for a trip around the world as we pass through seven continents in seven weeks trying to answer the big question, “Why do people make art?” During our time together we will explore the properties of clay through a series of fun projects bringing to life stories from cul-tures around the globe. The last week of class we invite you to see our exhibit inspired by a world of art. Prepare your child to get messy and have a great time! New and returning clay students are welcome. (note: make-up snow day is May 13)

WALKING SCHOOL BUSAn ArtHaus instructor will lead a walking school bus from John Cline Elementary and Northeast Iowa Montessori School for students age 4-8 enrolled in afterschool classes, Monday through Thursday. Please let us know when registering if your child would like a place on the bus!


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CHIP, MolD, CaRVe, ConsTRUCT: sCUlPTURe eXPloRaTIonAGE: 9-12 (3rd-6th grade)DATE: January 17-March 7 (8 weeks)TIME: Thursdays 3:30-5:15pmINSTRUCTOR: Rachelle Branum COST: $90 + $35 materialsLOCATION: The Clay Studio

Step aside, Rodin and Michelangelo! Our students’ original sculpture is sure to catch the eye of museum curators everywhere! During this class, students will learn to use both traditional materials such as clay and wood, and contemporary materials like found objects, while learning to sculpt and carve, twist and construct. Influential sculptors of the past and present will inspire us as we harness our own creativity into three-dimensional forms culminating with a gallery show for all to view. (note: make-up snow day is March 14)

eXPloRe a sToRY: aDVenTURes In MIXeD MeDIaAGE: 9-12 (3rd-6th grade)DATE: March 21 -May 9 (8 weeks)TIME: Thursdays 3:30-5:15pmINSTRUCTOR: Zoe Klosterboer COST: $90 + $25 materialsLOCATION: ArtHaus Studio

Explore the art of storytelling through a variety of materials and display methods. Develop your personal style in printmaking, collage, drawing, and photography. Finding inspiration from contemporary artists, we will discuss character development, how to create a scene and plan a story. From comic strips to flip books, photos to murals we will learn a range of display techniques culminating in an exhibition for parents and friends. (note: make-up snow day is May 16)

VIsUal aRT Classes foR YoUnG aDUlTsaGes 13-16 (7-10th grades)

THe aRT of DRaWInG CoMICsAGE: 13-16DATE: February 4-March 18 (7 weeks)TIME: Mondays 6-8pmINSTRUCTOR: Dan BruinsCOST: $80 + $25 materials feeLOCATION: ArtHaus Studio

This class is open to past comic drawing students and new students alike. Whether you’re a fan of Spiderman or prefer Japanese Manga, you’ll appreciate learning how to tell a story through the art of the comic book. Create illustrated stories that may make you the next great graphic novel-ist! (note: make-up snow day is March 25)

PHoToGRaPHY WoRKsHoPAGE: 12-16DATE: April 30, May 7 & 14 (3 weeks)TIME: Tuesdays 5:30-8pmINSTRUCTOR: Julie StromCOST: $50+$15 materials feeLOCATION: ArtHaus Studio & various locations out in the field

Tired of snapping photos with your finger in the frame? This course will walk you through the basic controls on your camera and help you under-stand how to use them more effectively. Whether you have a Digital SLR or a point and shoot camera, photographer and instructor, Julie Strom, will teach you to compose and capture the image you want. All skill levels welcome. Please bring a digital camera.


balleT anD TaPAGE: 5-6 (Kindergarten)DATE: January 12-March 16 (9 weeks; no class Feb 16)TIME: Saturdays 9-9:45amINSTRUCTOR: Laurie WalterCOST: $90LOCATION: ArtHaus

Practice coordination, rhythm, balance, and flexibility through fun music, dances, and games. Learn basic ballet positions, ballet terminology, and tap steps. New and returning students welcome! Wear any color leotard and pink tights. Boys wear black shorts or sweatpants and white t-shirt. Will need ballet and tap shoes. If you would like to order shoes through the instructor, please email [email protected]. (note: make-up snow day is March 23)

beGInnInG TaP AGE: 7-9 (1st-3rd grade)DATE: January 7-March 25 10 weeks; no class Jan. 14 or Feb. 18)TIME: Mondays 3:30-4:15pmINSTRUCTOR: Laurie WalterCOST: $90LOCATION: ArtHaus

Learn coordination and musicality through Broadway and rhythm style tap dance! Fundamental tap steps are taught through combinations and improvisational games. New and returning students welcome! Wear black jazz or yoga pants, a leotard or tank top, and tap shoes. If you would like to order shoes through the instructor, please email [email protected].(note: February 18 may be used as a make-up snow day)

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sKaPe saMMen: CReaTIVe DanCe anD XYloPHone enseMbleAGE: 9-12 (3rd-6th grade)DATE: January 21-May 13 (15 weeks, no class Feb. 18, April 1); performance May 13 @ 6pmTIME: Mondays 3:30-4:45pmINSTRUCTOR: Andrew EllingsenCOST: $100 (payment plan and scholarships available)LOCATION: Carrie Lee ElementaryIn partnership with Decorah Community Schools

Skape Sammen is a year-long opportunity for students to create together! (If you enrolled in the fall, no need to enroll again.) Students in the fall session worked to build skills in creative dance and xylophone -- and they’re ready to welcome new friends to join the fun! Games designed to build movement vocabulary, individual and group choreography projects, xylophone study and practice, and the creation of original compositions will culminate in a spring performance. Inspired by the work of composer Carl Orff and educator Gunild Keetman.

PRe-sCHool balleT anD TaPAGE: 3-4DATE: January 12-March 16 (9 weeks; no class Feb 16) TIME: Saturdays 10-10:45amINSTRUCTOR: Laurie WalterCOST: $90LOCATION: ArtHaus

Practice coordination, rhythm, balance, and flexibility through fun music, dances, and games. Learn basic ballet positions, ballet terminology, and tap steps. New and returning students welcome! Wear any color leotard and pink tights. Boys wear black shorts or sweatpants and white t-shirt. Will need ballet and tap shoes. If you would like to order shoes through the instructor, email [email protected]. (note: make-up snow day is March 23)


beGInnInG balleT AGE: 7-9 (1st-3rd grade)DATE: January 12-March 16 (9 weeks; no class Feb. 16)TIME: Saturdays 11am-noonINSTRUCTOR: Laurie WalterCOST: $90LOCATION: ArtHaus

Learn proper placement and ballet terminology while practicing flexibility, balance, grace, and strength! The class incorporates classical music and movement. New and returning students welcome. Wear a black leotard, pink tights, a ballet skirt or dance shorts, and ballet shoes. Boys wear black shorts or sweatpants, white tshirt, and ballet shoes. (note: make-up snow day is March 23)

TaP I AGE: 9 and up DATE: January 9-March 13 (10 weeks)TIME: Wednesdays 3:30-4:15pmINSTRUCTOR: Laurie WalterCOST: $90LOCATION: ArtHaus

Learn coordination and musicality through Broadway and rhythm style tap dance! Fundamental tap steps are taught through combinations and improvisational games. New and returning students welcome! Wear black jazz or yoga pants, a leotard or tank top, and tap shoes. If you would like to order shoes through the instructor, please email [email protected]. (note: make-snow day is March 20)

balleT I AGE: 10 and upDATE: January 9-March 13 (10 weeks)TIME: Wednesdays 4:30-5:30pmINSTRUCTOR: Laurie WalterCOST: $90LOCATION: ArtHaus

Learn or continue your study of ballet terminology and technique through dance combinations at the barre and center. Instruction will be tailored to students’ individual level of experience. New and returning students welcome! Wear a black leotard, pink tights, a ballet skirt or dance shorts, and ballet shoes. Boys wear black shorts or sweatpants, white tshirt, and ballet shoes. (note: make-up snow day is March 20)

eURoPean folK DanCeAGE: 12 and upDATE: February 28-April 18 (8 weeks)TIME: Thursdays 6-7:15pmINSTRUCTOR: Pine WilsonCOST: $70LOCATION: ArtHaus

What a great way to move your body and warm up on a winter’s night! Pine Wilson will lead you on a tour of the traditional folk dances of Eastern Europe, Greece, Israel, and France. Easy and fun for beginners and returning students alike -- no partners needed! Age 12 through adult welcome! (note: make-up snow day is April 25)

MoVIn’ anD GRooVIn’AGE: 22 months-4 years, with an adultDATE: April 6-May 11 (6 weeks)TIME: Saturdays 10-10:45amINSTRUCTOR: Kindra WindishCOST: $60 (per adult/child duo)LOCATION: ArtHaus

Take a moment with your little one to explore how to spin, stretch, soar, roll, and dance together! We’ll discover what our amazing bodies can do through space, and foster spatial awareness while moving with others. Come barefoot, ready to move and groove!

CReaTIVe MoVeMenT AGE: 4-5 (Pre-school and Kindergarten)DATE: April 6-May 11 (6 weeks)TIME: Saturdays 9-9:45 amINSTRUCTOR: Kindra WindishCOST: $60LOCATION: ArtHaus

Rolling, diving, spinning and stillness... come explore these ideas and more! In this energetic class we will discover how our bodies move through space and with others. We will even uncover a secret language of dance. In this class you will be dancers and dance-makers! Come barefoot and in comfy clothes, ready to move.

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KYRA BELLRICHARD, INSTRUCTORKyra brings fifteen years of experience working with youth in the fields of visual art, theatre and outdoor education. From the white beaches of Hawaii to the green mountains of Vermont Kyra has been inspired by the environments she has lived in and the people she has met. Outside of ArtHaus, you will find Kyra creating at The Clay Studio, enjoying good company or being entertained by her nieces. Kyra also directed Decorah’s Oneota Film Festival and is a Continuing Education Program Manager at Northeast Iowa Community College.

RACHELLE REIS BRANUM, INSTRUCTORRachelle Branum has been a key ArtHaus instructor since the beginning, and is now the owner of The Clay Studio on Washington Street. An artist/educator with a degree in Art Education from the University of Northern Iowa, Rachelle has experience teaching art in public schools and art centers, and as an artist-in-residence. She worked in museum education as a docent at the Minneapolis Institute of Art and is the former Assistant Curator of Education at the Joslyn Art Museum in Omaha, Nebraska. When Rachelle isn’t teaching, she is making her own work through Wise Owl Designs and Simple Joys Studios.

CHoReoGRaPHYAGE: 9-12 (3rd-6th grade)DATE: April 6-May 11 (6 weeks)TIME: Saturdays 11am-noonINSTRUCTOR: Kindra WindishCOST: $60LOCATION: ArtHaus

Do you love to dance? Do you ever make up dances in your living room? This class teaches you some basic ideas of dance composition and performance. Everyone in the class will participate to create a dance, choose music, costumes, and more. We will even learn how to notate your dance on paper. This class culminates with a performance of the students’ original choreography! No previous dance experience necessary.

MY sToRY/oUR sToRY THeaTReAGE: 6-8 (1st and 2nd grade)DATE: March 27-May 8 (7 weeks)TIME: Wednesdays 3:30-5:30pm INSTRUCTOR: Lindsey HarmanCOST: $80LOCATION: ArtHaus Studio

Have you ever wanted to become a character in your favorite story? Here’s your chance! Join Lindsey Harman and the cast of My Story/Our Story Theatre for afternoons of creating each other’s favorite tales. Each actor will have a chance to share their favorite story with the group. We’ll turn that story into a play to be performed the last fifteen minutes of that day’s class. We’ll have costumes and props on hand and learn improvisational and vocal performance skills to enhance our productions!

oRIGInal THeaTRe WoRKsHoPAGE: 13-18 (grades 7-12)DATE: March 13-May 8 (9 weeks)TIME: Wednesdays 6-8pmINSTRUCTOR: Lindsey HarmanCOST: $110LOCATION: ArtHaus

Join theatre professional Lindsey Harman in creating an evening of original work for the stage! Learn about solo and group performance art and what it takes to bring ideas to life on the stage. Acting games and exercises will give you the tools you need for performance, then rehearse and perform your original work for an audience the last night of class.

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DAN BRUINS, INSTRUCTORDaniel Bruins began making comics about giant robots in school notebooks back in sixth grade. Now he is pursuing a career in visual communication, which includes comics, illustration, graphic design, and animation. Dan attended the Perpich Arts High School and studied in the 2009 Minneapolis College of Art and Design Summer Expressions Session for animation. Dan, currently studying at Luther College, runs the digital art lab in the Luther Art Department and is involved in graphic narrative work with the Humane Society of Northeast Iowa.

ANNA CRENSHAW, INSTRUCTORAnna has been an American Sign Language enthusiast for the past seven years. While attending MacMurray College, where she earned her Deaf and Hard of Hearing Teacher Education degree, she lived and worked at the Illinois School for the Deaf to build her sign skills on a daily basis. She has completed teaching assignments at the Phoenix Day School for the Deaf and the Wisconsin School for the Deaf, and now works full time for the Decorah School District as the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Educator.

SUZANNE ERNST, INSTRUCTORSuzanne Ernst taught flute and recorder on the music faculty of Luther College from 2001-2011. She taught and performed on recorder in the Luther College Early Music Ensemble and is a founding member of Dames’ Rocket Recorder Quartet which began in 2005. She is a charter member of Quintessence Woodwind Quintet which is now in its 14th year, and taught flute and woodwinds in the Decorah Public Schools from 1994-2002. Suzanne maintains an active private flute/recorder studio and has taught flute for over 25 years.

SARAH FRYDENLUND, INSTRUCTORAfter finishing her degree at Luther College, Sarah completed an MFA in Canterbury, England and ran Cheltenham School of Fine Art and Crescent Artists’ Network where she organized community projects, exhibitions, and taught courses for children and adults in drawing, painting, and sculpture. When creating her own work, Sarah experiments with diverse techniques and materials to create mixed media sculpture and drawings. She is excited to be supporting Decorah’s creative community through ArtHaus and The Clay Studio.

LINDSEY HARMAN, INSTRUCTORLindsey Harman holds an MFA in Theatre Performance from Arizona State University and spends her creative time teaching theatre, voice, and childbirth education regionally. Lindsey spends most of her time with her husband Andrew and their greatest gifts and creations, Ezra & Shepard.

ZOE KLOSTERBOER, INSTRUCTORZoë Klosterboer, a Decorah native, graduated from St. Olaf College in May, 2011 with a BA in Studio Art. Following graduation, Zoë stayed at St. Olaf for a fifth year to work as an Art Apprentice, mentoring students and developing her own artwork. Zoë’s teaching experience includes a stint as Village Potter at Holden Village, and most recently as an art instructor for kids and young adults at the Northfield Arts Guild.

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LEA DONHOWE LOVELACE, DIRECTOR OF LITTLE MASTERS ART STUDIO,

CO-DIRECTOR OF ARTHAUSA Decorah native and a Luther College graduate, Lea has worked in the field of Art Education for over a decade. She has worn various hats including that of a teaching artist working with diverse populations of varied ages; a program director for a not-for-profit community art school; the manager of teacher programs at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago; and an independent contractor/consultant, connecting audience members to museum exhibitions. Lea has her MA in Art Education from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. In 2007 she moved back to Decorah with her family, a mere two-block commute from ArtHaus which she co-founded with Kristen Underwood in 2008. In addition to her ArtHaus responsibilities, Lovelace serves as visiting faculty at Luther College teaching Art Education courses through the Department of Fine and Performing Arts.

MARTHA MONSON LOWE, INSTRUCTORMartha Monson Lowe is a professional basket weaver whose work is influenced by a variety of life experiences, including living in Tripoli, Libya, North Africa as a teenager, her background in anthropology and archaeology, and by her husband George Lowe’s pottery vessels. She loves spending time at their Washington Cascades cabin, hiking and cross country skiing. Martha is a graduate of Luther College and returned to Decorah after 20 years by way of Kansas, Florida, and Washington.

BEN MOORE, INSTRUCTORBen attended Luther College majoring in Art and receiving his BA degree in 2002. Studying painting and drawing, with a secondary focus in printmaking, at the University of Iowa, Ben completing his MA degree in 2005 and his MFA in 2006. He also studied printmaking and drawing at the Scuola Internationale de Grafica in Venice, Italy. After teaching as faculty at the University of Iowa and Kirkwood Community College, Ben finds himself full-circle as an Assistant Professor of Art at Luther College teaching painting, drawing, and new media. His work has been exhibited at Arizona State University, Grain Belt Artist Collective in Minneapolis, the Foxtax Gallery Minneapolis, and various other institutions throughout the US.

ALYSSA RITTER, INSTRUCTORAlyssa Ritter is a 2011 graduate of Luther College where she studied Art and Social Work. She loves integrating creative projects into her daily life and work, including photography and making artwork out of recycled and upcycled materials. For several years she served as the art director at summer camp for children in Ferryville, WI. In addition to teaching youth visual art classes, Alyssa heads the ArtHaus Art for a Cause workshop. Outside of ArtHaus, Alyssa can be found working in the Admission Department at Luther College and volunteering at The Clay Studio.

JULIE STROM HENDRICKSON, INSTRUCTORA graduate of Luther College, Julie has taught photography courses at Luther for over a decade. She started exploring photography at a young age learning camera skills both from her mother, an art teacher, and the local 4-H program. When she was 16, Julie’s father built a darkroom in the basement of their home, further fueling her love for photography. Julie lives and works just outside of Decorah.

JIM TRIPP, INSTRUCTORJim has been teaching foreign language since graduating from Luther College in 2004. For the last few years, Jim has strayed from the traditional grammar study method of language learning, opting instead for an approach that seeks to immerse students in compelling, comprehensible languagethrough conversation and storytelling.


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KRISTEN UNDERWOOD, DIRECTOR OF UPSTART CROW THEATREWORKS, CO-DIRECTOR OF ARTHAUSKristen Underwood has been a theatre professional for over twenty-five years. She earned her BFA from the University of Colorado/Boulder, and her MFA from San Francisco’s American Conservatory Theatre. As an actor and director, Kristen has been involved in over one hundred productions for professional theatre companies around the country, in addition to teaching theatre for CU/Boulder and Luther College, among others. After ten years as a managing Core Artist and Director of Education for the Commonweal Theatre Company, Kristen founded Upstart Crow Theatreworks in 2002 and ArtHaus with Lea Lovelace in 2008.

LAURIE WALTER, INSTRUCTORLaurie’s love of dance started during her first ballet class at the age of nine. She began her own teaching experience at fourteen, organizing and teaching ballet and jazz classes in her hometown. Laurie graduated from Luther College with a BA in dance and has spent the last seven years studying, choreographing, and instructing dance in Austin, Texas. She is excited to be back in Decorah with her husband Jarrad, her daughter Kera, and her son Davis.

PINE WILSON, INSTRUCTORPine Wilson fell head-over-heels for Eastern European folk dancing in the early 1990’s, and has since traveled to festivals and workshops throughout the Midwest, from coast to coast, and to Bulgaria pursuing her passion. Pine has been teaching international dancing in the Decorah area, both privately and in schools, festivals, and celebrations, since 1992 and is an instrumentalist with the widely known Baltic band, Maritza.

KINDRA WINDISHKindra Windish grew up dancing in her parent’s backyard. After graduating from the backyard and the University of Oregon, Kindra received her Masters in Dance and Dance Education from NYU. In New York and Los Angeles she has danced for Douglas Dunn, Holly Johnston, Christopher Williams, and Kriota Willberg. Kindra has taught dance in studios, private and public schools, colleges, community centers and summer intensives. Kindra, her trumpet blowin’ husband, and two sons moved to Decorah this fall.


In our fifth year of operation, ArtHaus is pleased to announce that we are in the process of applying for our own 501(c)3 status. After over 4 years of operating under the fiscal agency of the Driftless Art Collective (D. Art Co.) we thank them for their support and guidance during the early stages of our organization. We look forward to continued collaborations and are thrilled to announce the recently appointed members of the ArtHaus Board of Directors.

Carolyn Corbin, PresidentBen Moore, Vice President

Maria Smith, SecretaryVicki Berland, Treasurer

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sCHolaRsHIPsGrants from The Depot Outlet, The McElroy Trust, and gifts from the many Friends of ArtHaus make it possible for us to offer scholarships to ArtHaus youth programs. Adults interested in scholarship opportunities may receive tuition assistance in exchange for volunteer hours! Please inquire upon registration.

GIfT CeRTIfICaTesGive 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 arts-related gatherings. Call for more information.

beCoMe a fRIenD of aRTHaUsArtHaus is made possible through the sponsorship of Driftless Art Collective (formerly known as Decorah Regional Art Council). All contributions in support of ArtHaus are tax deductible. Driftless Art Collective (D.ART Co.) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Visit arthausdecorah.org to make a secure online donation through PayPal, or send your check to 508 West Water St., Decorah, IA 52101. Either way, you’ll receive a thank you letter for your tax deductible gift and the satisfaction of contributing to a vibrant and creative community!

ReGIsTRaTIon/CanCellaTIon PolICYArtHaus 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, 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 or email ArtHaus. Register online at arthausdecorah.org

WeaTHeR RelaTeD CanCellaTIonsWondering if an ArtHaus class or event is cancelled due to weather? Check www.kdecradio.com for weather related announcements.

onlIne CalenDaRWant to see all these happenings on a calendar? Check out our google calendar on our website. The information is always current and up to date!

PHoTo CReDITsParker Deen of Silvermoon Photography, Charlie Langton, and Sarah Frydenlund.

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