School of the Arts

ATTENTION!

NEW PHONE NUMBER!

As you may have seen this past week, WomanKraft has been experiencing technical difficulties in the course of switching to a new and improved telephone and Internet services provider. Although we had planned to keep the phone number that we’ve had for many decades, our old number fell through the cracks in spite of our plans.  So, we now have a new number! Please make a note of it:

 

WomanKraft: 520-256-7455

 

This transition has been far from painless, but we all know that some changes hurt. As of July 1st, 2023, the original WomanKraft phone number is OBSOLETE. Out of service. Gone. Please update your address books and/or Contacts accordingly. Further to this significant change, the new voicemailbox does not provide or require different extensions. Simply wait for the beep, and then leave a message. Whomever picks up your message will pass it along in the right direction.  The short-term, temporary, solution that we’d provided in the earlier announcement is no longer in place. Please do NOT use our email address. Once we have sufficient staffing and/or volunteers (which will take some time) to manage that aspect of modern communication, we’ll publish a new announcement about using email. Thank you for your patience and cooperation while we handled this challenging issue. 

Classes and Workshops

Welcome to the  Womankraft School of the Arts

 

Please note: Pre-registration is required for all students. All classes and workshops are free to low income people 50 years and older. This is made possible by the generous support of individuals, board members, and those who pay workshop fees. Thank you. All classes and workshops are open to adults of all ages for listed fees. Your class fees help us offer more classes and pay instructors.  Fee students must pre-pay before you will be registered. Please call (520) 256-7455, to sign up for classes and workshops. 

SCHOOL OF THE ARTS CLASS SCHEDULE

PROMOTING YOUR ART ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Learn the latest, helpful tips and trends to get exposure by utilizing social media to promote your art on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Class is taught by WomanKraft’s own social media handler.

MAY 2024

ARTFUL DENIM REVIVAL
Bring a piece of denim clothing you wish to revive
and re-design into an original garment of wearable
art!
Thursday, May 9, 1:30 – 4:00pm
Facilitator: Nicole Young
Fee: $20, supplies included.

COLLAGING JEWELRY / HAIR PINS
Learn to make unique accessories with collage and
embellishments. Then coat with resin for long
lasting pieces.
Saturday, May 11, 1:30-4:30pm
Facilitator: Traci Kelly
Fee: $20, supplies included.

TREAT YOURSELF: THE MANI-PEDI
In the all-natural hair and body salon housed in
“The Castle,” the Sanctuary is offering a workshop
to learn professional techniques and secrets for
manicures, pedicures, and more.
Wednesday, May 15, 10:00am-Noon
Facilitator: Jordana Silvestri
Fee: $20, supplies included.

PASSION DOLLS
Learn how to create a doll and choose natural
materials to embellish it. You’ll make the Passion
Doll support structure then complete with artwork,
symbols and affirmations. Share positive stories,
good memories and energy. Materials supplied, but
bring some from home that symbolize your delight,
and share with others. Rejuvenate your creative
spirit and connect to the Sacred Universe!
Thursday, May 16, 1:30-4:30pm
Facilitator: Gerrie Young
Fee: $20 supplies included.

BEADSTRINGING JEWELRY
You can make your own beautiful jewelry in this
workship, while learning to use special tools and
techniques to create long-lasting and unique pieces!
Thursday, May 16, 6:00-9:00pm
Facilitator: Terri McGuire
Fee: $20 plus a $10 supply fee, paid to instructor.

GARDEN STEPPING STONES 2 PARTS
Learn techniques to make your very own garden
stones. Add color and whimsy to your yard or
garden. Learn to use glass and tile while having
creative fun.
Part 1: Friday, May 17, 1:30-4:30pm
Part 2: Friday, May 24, 1:30-3:30pm
Facilitator: Linda K. Fee: $25, supplies included.

 

PAINTING WITH OIL STICKS: 2 PARTS
You’ll learn to create beaufitul artworks with this
unique oil-painting medium. It’ll free up your style!
Part 1: Tuesday, May 21, 6:00-8:00pm
Part 2: Tuesday, May 28, 6:00-8:00pm
Facilitators: Mary Theresa Dietz
Fee: $20 supplies included.

COLLAGING FRAMES WITH MULBERRY
PAPER
As long as the frame is structurally sound, it can
still be saved, customized and made better.
Primarily, using mulberry paper, we can cover all
dings, scratches and flaws with a selection of colors
and textures that create a beautiful frame for
artwork.
Thursday May 23, 1:30-4:30pm
Facilitator: Jacquie Dinnie
Fee: $20, frame & supplies included, or bring your
own frame, 10”x14” or smaller.

WISE WOMEN’S WRITING WORKSHOP
Learn to tap your infinite wisdom and playfully
connect with your inner writer. We will journal
with writing exercises, topics and creative surprises.
Friday, May 24, 10:00am-Noon
Facilitator: Ingrid Aspromatis
Fee: $20 All four for $40. Workshops on Fridays,
same time: May 24, June 28, July 26, August 30.

MAKING HANDMADE PAPER
It’s easy, it’s fun. You’ll use 100% recycled paper
to create new art paper using simple tools and
methods for quick, successful results.
Saturday, May 25, 1:30-3:30pm
Facilitator: Caroline Latron
Fee: $20, supplies included.


DRUMMING FROM THE HEART
Journey into the sacred and moving experience of
drumming. Instruction in basic hand patterns and
rhythms will allow you to continue on your drum
adventure. Drum loaner available.
Thursday, May 30, 1:30-3:00pm
Facilitator: Susan Danos
Fee: $10. Drum loaner by donation, payable to

instructor.


JUNE 2024


BEGINNING WATERCOLOR: 2 PARTS
In Part 1, you will learn some drawing and
watercolor principles on sample illustration boards
to explore your visual language. Experiment with a
variety of papers and brushes, along with several
mediums to make textures and patterns for amazing
results.
In Part 2, assemble your collages into a cohesive
unit with additional design elements. Venture into
Zen doodling, stencils and stamps to liven up your
watercolors. Also use colored pencils, pastels and
other mediums over the dried watercolors for a
dynamic finish.
Part 1: Thursday, June 6, 1:30-3:30pm
Part 2: Thursday, June 13, 1:30-3:30pm
Facilitator: Gerrie Young
Fee: $20, supplies included.


COLLAGING LIGHT SWITCH PLATES &
RESIN
Make two plates (you can bring your own to fit your
light switches, but a variety will be offered.)
Decorate your electric plate or light switch covers
with collage and embellisments. Then coat with
resin for long lasting art.
Friday, June 7, 1:30-4:30pm
Facilitator: Traci Kelly
Fee: $20, Supplies included.

USE SOCIAL MEDIA TO ATTRACT FANS
AND SELL YOUR ART!
We artists are creative entrepreneurs, the
visionaries of Imagination and now the publishers
of our own stories. So, let’s dive in together to
expore tips and tricks to best showcase your artistic
vision. Document your journey with the goal of
attracting fans and selling more art.
Saturday, June 8, 1:30-3:30pm
Facilitator: Nicole Young
Fee: $20 ***Bring your phone
FULLY-CHARGED!***

 

 

TREAT YOURSELF: THE FACIAL
In the all-natural hair and body salon housed in
“The Castle,” the Sanctuary is offering a workshop
to learn professional techniques and secrets for
facials, skin care, aromatherapy and more.
Wednesday, June 12, 10:00am-Noon
Facilitator: Jordana Silvestri
Fee: $20, supplies included.


FLAT STAINED GLASS MOSAIC: 2 PARTS
Create an 8”x10” mosaic with an abstract or
realistic design while learning to use the tools and
tricks of the medium. It’s great fun, and stained
glass is always beautiful.
Part 1: Friday, June 14, 1:30-4:30pm
Part 2: Friday, June 21, 1:30-3:00pm
Facilitator: Linda K.
Fee: $25, supplies included.


FLAT STAINED GLASS VOTIVES: 2 PARTS
Learn to use glass cutters, nippers, etc. It’s great
fun, functional and always successful.
Part 1: Saturday, June 15, 1:30-4:00pm
Part 2: Saturday, June 22, 1:30-2:30pm
Facilitator: Linda K
Fee: $25, supplies included.


DANGLERS AND WINDCHIMES
In this workship, you will use an abundant selection
of repurposed treasures, learn to use copper wire to
create durable suspension for all-weather displays,
and have a lot of fun while acquiring new skills.
Thursday, June 20, 9:30am-12:30pm
Facilitator: Jacquie Dinnie
Fee: $20, supplies included.


ABSTRACT DRAWING WITH
PRISMACOLOR PENCILS
Here’s an opportunity to play with Prismacolor
Pencils and techniques that will help you
understand and create a beautiful piece of abstract
art.
Thursday, June 20, 6:00-9:00pm
Facilitator: Terri McGuire
Fee: $20, supplies included.


OIL STICKS AND MONOPRINTS
You’ll design, using oil sticks on a glass pane
(8”x10”) and pull up to three prints. A final
application of paint will “clean up” your image and
you will walk away with a reverse glass painting as
well.
Tuesday, June 25, 6:30-8:30pm
Facilitator: Mary Theresa Dietz
Fee: $20, supplies included.


DRUMMING FROM THE HEART
Journey into the sacred and moving experience of
drumming. Instruction in basic hand patterns and
rhythms will allow you to continue on your drum
adventure. Drum loaner available.
Thursday, June 27, 1:30-3:00pm
Facilitator: Susan Danos
Fee: $10 Drum loaner by donation, payable to
instructor.

WISE WOMEN’S WRITING WORKSHOP
Learn to tap your infinite wisdom and playfully
connect with your inner writer. We will journal
with writing exercises, topics and creative surprises.
Friday, June 28, 10:00am-Noon
Facilitator: Ingrid Aspromatis
Fee: $20 Workshops on Fridays, same time: July 26,
August 30.


JULY 2024


PASSION DOLLS
Learn how to create a doll and choose natural
materials to embellish it. You’ll make the Passion
Doll support structure then complete with artwork,
symbols and affirmations. Share positive stories,
good memories and energy. Materials supplied, but
bring some from home that symbolize your delight,
and share with others. Rejuvenate your creative
spirit and connect to the Sacred Universe!
Thursday, July 11, 1:30-4:30pm
Facilitator: Gerrie Young
Fee: $20 supplies included.

 

 

RESIN PLATES: 2 PARTS
Using a dinner plate, you’ll design and execute your
mosaic. In the second half, we’ll seal it with a thin
coat of resin. It’s a way to turn the ordinary into the
extraordinary!
Part 1: Friday, July 12, 1:30-4:00pm
Part 2: Friday, July 19, 1:30-2:30pm
Facilitator: Linda K.
Fee: $20, supplies included.


LEARNING PERSPECTIVE
In this workshop, you’ll learn how to draw with 2-
and 3- point perspective for perfect architectural
rendering and diminishing perspective in Nature.
Saturday, July 13, 1:30-3:30pm
Facilitators: Gayle Swanbeck or Traci Kelly
Fee: $20, supplies included.


TREAT YOURSELF: THE MANI-PEDI
In the all-natural hair and body salon housed in
“The Castle,” the Sanctuary is offering a workshop
to learn professional techniques and secrets for
manicures, pedicures, and more.
Wednesday, July 17, 10:00am-Noon
Facilitator: Jordana Silvestri
Fee: $20, supplies included.


DRUMMING FROM THE HEART
Journey into the sacred and moving experience of
drumming. Instruction in basic hand patterns and
rhythms will allow you to continue on your drum
adventure. Drum loaner available.
Thursday, July 18, 1:30-3:00pm
Facilitator: Susan Danos
Fee: $10 Drum loaner by donation, payable to
instructor.


MINIATURE ALTARS
Using small tins and small recycloed treasures,
you’ll create a miniature altar that speaks to your
spirituality and creativity. Feel free to bring your
own treasure and/or select from our wide variety.
Thursday, July 18, 6:00–8:00pm
Facilitator: Terri McGuire
Fee: $20, supplies included.


LIGHTS AND SHADOWS
This is a drawing class that shows you how to
create a 3-D look on paper or canvas, through
shadows and highlights. It’s all in the light source
and a few simple techniques.
Saturday, July 20, 1:30-3:30pm
Facilitator: Gayle Swanbeck or Traci Kelly
Fee: $20, supplies included.


PAINTING WITH OIL STICKS: 2 PARTS
You’ll learn to create beautiful artworks with this
unique oil painting medium. It’ll free up your style!
Part 1: Tuesday, July 23, 6:00-8:00pm
Part 2: Tuesday, July 30, 6:00-8:00pm
Facilitator: Mary Theresa Dietz
Fee: $20, supplies included.


COLLAGING VOTIVE CANDLES
You will be creating beautiful, tall votive candles
using special paper, like mulberry, rice, tissue, etc.
Two votives are included in your supplies. They
make lovely gifts or enhance the artistic ambience
of your home.
Thursday, July 25 10:00am-Noon
Facilitators: Gayle Swanbeck and Jacquie Dinnie
Fee: $20, supplies for two votives included.
Additional supplies, $5/each.


PROMOTING YOUR ART ON SOCIAL
MEDIA
Learn the latest, helpful tips and trends to get
exposure by utilizing social media to promote your
art on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Class is
taught by WomanKraft’s own social media handler.
Thursday, July 25, 1:30-3:30pm
Facilitator: Nicole Young
Fee: $25 ***Bring your phone
FULLY-CHARGED!***


WISE WOMEN’S WRITING WORKSHOP
Learn to tap your infinite wisdom and playfully
connect with your inner writer. We will journal
with writing exercises, topics and creative surprises.
Friday, July 26, 10:00am-Noon
Facilitator: Ingrid Aspromatis
Fee: $20 All four for $40. Workshops on Fridays,
same time: August 30.

 

 

MAKING HANDMADE PAPER
It’s easy, it’s fun. You’ll use 100% recycled paper
to create new art paper using simple tools and
methods for quick, successful results.
Saturday, July 27, 1:30-3:30pm
Facilitator: Caroline Latron
Fee: $20, supplies included.

BEGINNING WATERCOLOR: 2 PARTS
In Part 1, you will learn some drawing and
watercolor principles on sample illustration boards
to explore your visual language. Experiment with a
variety of papers and brushes, along with several
mediums to make textures and patterns for amazing
results. In Part 2, assemble your collages into a
cohesive unit with additional design elements.
Venture into Zen doodling, stencils and stamps to
liven up your watercolors. Also use colored pencils,
pastels and other mediums over the dried
watercolors for a dynamic finish.
Part 1: Thursday, August 8, 1:30-3:30pm
Part 2: Thursday, August 15, 1:30-3:30pm
Facilitator: Gerrie Young Fee: $20, supplies
included.


ARTFUL DENIM REVIVAL
Bring a piece of denim clothing you wish to revive
and re-design into an original garment of wearable
art!
Thursday, August 9, 1:30 – 4:00pm
Facilitator: Nicole Young
Fee: $20, supplies included.


TREAT YOURSELF: THE FACIAL
In the all-natural hair and body salon housed in
“The Castle,” the Sanctuary is offering a workshop
to learn professional techniques and secrets for
facials, skin care, aromatherapy and more.
Wednesday, August 14, 10:00am-Noon
Facilitator: Jordana Silvestri
Fee: $20, supplies included.


BEADSTRINGING JEWELRY
You can make your own beautiful jewelry in this
workshop, while learning how to use special tools
and techniques to create long-lasting and unique
pieces.
Thursday, August 15, 6:00-9:00pm
Facilitator: Terri McGuire
Fee: $20, plus $10 supply fee, payable to the
instructor.


STORYTELLING
In this workshop you produce a short story from
your life, and learn simple but important skills, to
help you perform in public. It’s world-storytelling
day!
Saturday, August 16, 10:00am-Noon
Facilitator: Gayle Swanbeck or Ingrid Aspromatis
Fee: $20.


FLAT STAINED GLASS MOSAIC: 2 PARTS
Create an 8”x10” mosaic with an abstract or
realistic design while learning to use the tools and
tricks of the medium. It’s great fun, and stained
glass is always beautiful.
Part 1: Friday, August 16, 1:30-4:30pm
Part 2: Friday, August 23, 1:30-3:00pm
Facilitator: Linda K.
Fee: $25, supplies included.


DRUMMING FROM THE HEART
Journey into the sacred and moving experience of
drumming. Instruction in basic hand patterns and
rhythms will allow you to continue on your drum
adventure. Drum loaner available.
Thursday, August 22, 1:30-3:00pm
Facilitator: Susan Danos
Fee: $10 Drum loaner by donation, payable to
instructor.


LET’S DRAW TREES
It’s arbor day today. What better time to learn to
draw trees? It’s fun and much easier with a few
tried and true techniques in your skills box.
Saturday, August 24, 10:30am-12:30pm
Facilitator: Gayle Swanbeck or Traci Kelly
Fee: $20, supplies included.

 

 

COLLAGING JEWELRY / HAIR PINS
Learn to make unique accessories with collage and
embellishments. Then coat with resin for long
lasting pieces.
Saturday, August 24, 1:30-4:30pm
Facilitator: Traci Kelly
Fee: $20, supplies included.


OIL STICKS AND MONOPRINTS
You’ll design, using oil sticks on a glass pane
(8”x10”) and pull up to three prints. A final
application of paint will “clean up” your image and
you will walk away with a reverse glass painting as
well.
Tuesday, August 27, 6:30-8:30pm
Facilitator: Mary Theresa Dietz
Fee: $20, supplies included.


DANGLERS AND WINDCHIMES
In this workship, you will use an abundant selection
of repurposed treasures, learn to use copper wire to
create durable suspension for all-weather displays,
and have a lot of fun while acquiring new skills.
Thursday, August 29, 9:30am-12:30pm
Facilitator: Jacquie Dinnie
Fee: $20, supplies included.


WISE WOMEN’S WRITING WORKSHOP
Learn to tap your infinite wisdom and playfully
connect with your inner writer. We will journal
with writing exercises, topics and creative surprises.
Friday, August 30, 10:00am-Noon
Facilitator: Ingrid Aspromatis
Fee: $20