Art of the Book: Beginner Bookbinding Techniques

December 16th, 10:00 AM-3:00 PM

This one-day bookbinding workshop will serve as an introduction to the world of book and paper arts. Basic bookbinding techniques will be covered with a focus on the craft and structure of a book, taking participants through all the steps necessary to create an open-spine smyth-sewn hardcover book.

Participants will leave the workshop with a unique hand-bound sketchbook or journal that would make the perfect gift for the holidays. Participants will also leave with a better understanding of bookbinding as a whole and the knowledge and resources needed to continue exploring the medium independently.

All specialty materials and equipment will be provided by the instructor. Participants will be provided with a short supply list.

Please note that spaces are limited.

Enrollment Fee: $115

Please be sure to review all of our education event policies prior to enrolling in any GAC sponsored event.

About Your Instructor:

Camilla Watson is an artist and illustrator. She attended Brown University and the Rhode Island School of Design and graduated with a degree in Visual Art and English. During her degree she placed a special emphasis on the exploration of the Book as an art form, taking various classes in Book Arts and pursuing individual studies in the field. Camilla’s art focuses on the power of storytelling and the intersection of books and art. She loves to create art that is vivid and colorful, full of stories and magic. Her art depicts both the fantastical and the mundane and especially the spaces they intersect, where one world gives way to another. She works in a variety of media from traditional to digital and is constantly looking for new ways to create functional, immersive and interactive art. You can learn more about Camilla’s art on her website: camillawatsonart.com You can also see more of her art on her instagram @camillawatsonart If you would like to see her art in-person, Camilla will have an exhibit at the Georgetown Public Library from January 3rd to February 11th 2024

Interior Design Series #4 - The Art of Display with Barbra Sonnen-Hernandez

December 1, 10:30 AM- 12:30 PM

December 8, 10:30 AM- 12:30 PM

Overview:

With the popularity of HGTV AND DIY TV NETWORKS promoting finished designs, decorating, and display, the Art of Display is definitely a must to learn. The display will incorporate the design, colors, and placement of materials used for your decorating. In this class, you will learn home staging, styling, retail window display, and Television/Movie Set Decorating. Taking this class will give you training and experience for future employment in these trades.

Course Objectives: Each student will become trained and qualified by a professional Certified Display Artist to pursue a business or work employment in this field.

Enrollment Fee: $135 For Both Days.

10% Discount for enrollment in the complete series.

Please be sure to review all of our education event policies prior to enrolling in any GAC sponsored event.

Interior Design Series #3 - Home Staging with Barbra Sonnen-Hernandez

November 3, 10:30 AM- 12:30 PM

November 10, 10:30 AM- 12:30 PM

Overview:

Professional stagers are highly skilled artists. They can take a blank canvas and turn it into a work of art, but the canvas is your home and their paintbrush is a vast array of home décor accessories. Stagers posses the skills of a top-level designer, and they create dramatic scenery that appeals to all five senses. The secrets to their success are subtle details that come together to create a cohesive and pleasant experience for visitors walking through a home. This class will not only provide opportunities for entrepreneurship but expose great talent. Home Staging is the process of adding décor, rearranging furniture, and expertly dressing up the home to make it look stunning for listing photos and walkthroughs. Home staging is a marketing tactic that can make even the most dark, drab space feel bright, energetic, and homey.

Course Objectives:

1. Learn how to enhance a property from the front entrance to the outside area.

2. Express ideas effectively through the use of drawings, design software and presentations.

3. Decorate individual spaces incorporating creative ways to attract buyers making the property appealing and productive in the Home Staging Business.

4. Taking this course will give you the training and knowledge to become a professional Home Stager.

Enrollment Fee: $135 For Both Days.

10% Discount for enrollment in the complete series.

Please be sure to review all of our education event policies prior to enrolling in any GAC sponsored event.

Interior Design Series #2 - Textiles with Barbra Sonnen-Hernandez

October 6, 10:30 AM- 12:30 PM

October 13, 10:30 AM- 12:30 PM

Overview:

Textiles unite the whole décor of any Interior Space. Using specific patterns and colors compliment furnishings and décor and brings together the Elements and Principles needed to accomplish the overall style or theme of any space. Knowledge of these textiles can also lead to a specific profession as an Artist or Designer applying future skills in Fabric Printing and Designing. The Course will cover textiles and fabrics including fiber construction and characteristics, care, and testing appropriate application. The student will apply the textiles and fabrics to their designs in each interior space in a residential home using patterns, colors, and styles. CourseObjectives: Describe Characteristics of natural fiber, manufactured fibers, yarns, finishes, and fabric construction methods: interpret fabric care and labeling information. Select appropriate fabrics for specific interior decorating applications.

Enrollment Fee: $135 For Both Days.

10% Discount for enrollment in the complete series.

Please be sure to review all of our education event policies prior to enrolling in any GAC sponsored event.

Silk Painting Workshop

September 30th, 10:00 AM-5:00 PM

This one-day silk painting workshop will give you a valuable foundation to begin your new obsession with creating wearable silk art. Participants will focus on basic techniques and processes of silk painting. Various techniques such as salt, alcohol, resist, color mixing, and the flow of dye on silk will be introduced as you create a 14” x 72” silk scarf detailing gorgeous, brightly colored shapes and textures. This resist technique, which uses permanent markers and non-toxic dyes is simple enough for absolute beginners, yet is also an exciting way for more experienced painters to transfer their talents onto silk. Once the setting process is complete, participants will leave this experience with beautiful, wearable silk art. This is a time to nurture your artistic side, all skill levels are welcome!

Please note that spaces are limited.

Enrollment Fee: $75

Please be sure to review all of our education event policies prior to enrolling in any GAC sponsored event.

About Your Instructor

Laura Fox-Wallis is an award-winning fiber artist and art educator living in Leander, TX. In 2004, Laura began to explore the diverse effects of silk painting and found a strong connection with the fluid movement and brilliant colors of the dye. Using medium-weight Habotai silk, steam-fixed silk dyes, and resist, Laura layers color to create form and texture, counting missteps as design elements that are sometimes more beautiful and interesting than the original concept. Laura’s silk paintings have been in numerous local, national, and international exhibits. Presently, Laura is a studio artist at ArtUs Co. in Austin and teaches silk painting to students all over the world via her online courses. 

In 2020, Laura was awarded Master Silk Painter (MSP) by Silk Painters International (SPIN), an organization of silk artists, educators, and practitioners. A Master Silk Painter is considered an outstanding silk artist in their skills, creativity and expertise in usage of silk and dyes, design and color. When chosen, by committee, MSP status is considered to be a lifelong award. This award is her highest recognition to date, and as such, she will continue to inspire, educate, and share her expertise with others.

Life Drawing II with Carolyn Todd

September 16, 10:00 AM- 4:00 PM

This class is an opportunity to study and learn human anatomy and depict the human form. Students will observe and draw directly from the figure in varying standing and seated poses. An emphasis will be placed on acquiring a sense of proportion and scale relationships. Some drawing experience is recommended.

Please note that spaces are limited.

Enrollment Fee: $95

All supplies will be provided

Please bring your own lunch.

Please be sure to review all of our education event policies prior to enrolling in any GAC sponsored event.

Interior Design Series #1 - Home Styling with Barbra Sonnen-Hernandez

September 15, 10:30 AM- 12:30 PM

September 22, 10:30 AM- 12:30 PM

Overview:

A Home Stylist specializes in creating interiors of distinction for private clients, corporate clients, and developers. The Home Stylist works to uncover a unique style and breathe life into a home. From room styling and home décor shopping to full renovations, you help the client love their home. This class is also great for anyone interested in decorating their own home. The Home Stylist specializes in working with individual clients or companies.

The class teaches you the different styles in home interior decorating and how to implement those styles in re-decorating, grouping items, home updates, and new home decorating. You will also learn to display aesthetics and use colors and textiles and types of furnishings to complete the decorating transformation in all spaces of a home or business. CourseObjectives: • Demonstrate ability to inspire and guide clients to find design schemes and home décor pieces that suit both their style and budget. • Apply current trends in the business industry. • Explore the process of home styling from designing, sourcing, and installing everything your spaces need – from furniture, décor, art, linens, towels, mattresses, and more – right down to the smallest detail.

Enrollment Fee: $135 For Both Days.

10% Discount for enrollment in the complete series.

Please be sure to review all of our education event policies prior to enrolling in any GAC sponsored event.

Color Language/Perception Painting Workshop

April 22, 10:00 AM- 4:00 PM

Visual color perception is influenced by different color sensitivities from person to person depending on mood, age, culture, religion, varying environments with different degrees of lightness and color, as well as the deficiency or inability to recognize and document color and color differences. This study of color is intended to enhance/improve one’s art expression, explore color harmony, and increase technical skill with color and paint. Through color exercises and finished color compositions, the workshop will study the different hues (the name of the color family), blending/mixing strengths of acrylic (or watercolor) paints including color temperature, color values and neutrals, and color bias among paint colors that can contribute or become problematic to color mixing. Different subject matter will be selected to observe and replicate specific colors in a color chart leading to completed paintings.

Please note that spaces are limited.

Enrollment Fee: $115

Supplies will be provided.

Please bring your own lunch.

Please be sure to review all of our education event policies prior to enrolling in any GAC sponsored event.

Drawing II Workshop

March 4th, 10:30 AM-4:30 PM

The goal of the class is to increase your visual awareness, creative capabilities, and technical ability whether you are new to drawing, self-taught, or experienced. The class will continue to explore different drawing techniques and tools to see, build, and/or enhance a drawing skill level.

Please note that spaces are limited.

Enrollment Fee: $90

Please be sure to review all of our education event policies prior to enrolling in any GAC sponsored event.

About Your Instructor

Carolyn Todd is a fifth-generation Texan, born in Austin, Texas. As a volunteer for Texas Parks and Wildlife for over 30 years, she has always been inspired by the thought that art increases and sharpens our experiences with life.

After attending the University of Texas at Austin, where she received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, she earned a Master of Arts degree from the University of Houston in Fine Arts, Art History, and Fine Arts Education and has been a secondary art teacher in two Austin middle schools and Georgetown High School.

She was selected as the “Artist in Residence” for the National Park Service, Amistad National Recreation Area, Del Rio, Texas. And her solo show “El Cielo, Las Mesas y El Rio Diablo” was attended by local families, artists, teachers, university staff, students, and faculty.

Shibori Dyeing with Lynne Brotman

February 18th, 10 AM-4 PM

Using silk and linen cloth, artist Lynne Brotman, introduces Shibori, an eight-hundred-year-old Japanese fiber technique: clamping, twists, and simple sewing. You will learn to use indigo dyes and create beautiful shapes and patterns. This workshop is for ages 18+.

Please note that spaces are limited.

Enrollment Fee: $200

Please be sure to review all of our education event policies prior to enrolling in any GAC sponsored event.

Life Drawing Workshop

December 17th, 10 AM-4 PM

Join us for a life drawing class focusing on pencil and charcoal.

Please note that spaces are limited.

Enrollment Fee: $90

Please be sure to review all of our education event policies prior to enrolling in any GAC sponsored event.

About Your Instructor

Carolyn Todd is a fifth-generation Texan, born in Austin, Texas. As a volunteer for Texas Parks and Wildlife for over 30 years, she has always been inspired by the thought that art increases and sharpens our experiences with life.

After attending the University of Texas at Austin, where she received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, she earned a Master of Arts degree from the University of Houston in Fine Arts, Art History, and Fine Arts Education and has been a secondary art teacher in two Austin middle schools and Georgetown High School.

She was selected as the “Artist in Residence” for the National Park Service, Amistad National Recreation Area, Del Rio, Texas. And her solo show “El Cielo, Las Mesas y El Rio Diablo” was attended by local families, artists, teachers, university staff, students, and faculty.

Two-Day Plein Air Workshop

October 8th, 9AM-12PM & October 15th, 9AM-12PM

This class will happen outdoors at Berry Springs Park in Georgetown, TX. This event is weather permitting.

Please note that spaces are limited.

Enrollment Fee: $90

Please be sure to review all of our education event policies prior to enrolling in any GAC sponsored event.

About Your Instructor

Carolyn Todd is a fifth-generation Texan, born in Austin, Texas. As a volunteer for Texas Parks and Wildlife for over 30 years, she has always been inspired by the thought that art increases and sharpens our experiences with life.

After attending the University of Texas at Austin, where she received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, she earned a Master of Arts degree from the University of Houston in Fine Arts, Art History, and Fine Arts Education and has been a secondary art teacher in two Austin middle schools and Georgetown High School.

She was selected as the “Artist in Residence” for the National Park Service, Amistad National Recreation Area, Del Rio, Texas. And her solo show “El Cielo, Las Mesas y El Rio Diablo” was attended by local families, artists, teachers, university staff, students, and faculty.

Zapotec Natural Dyeing demonstration and workshop with Alejandro Mendoza of El Huizache Studio

September 23rd, 5:00-8:00 PM

Join us at the GAC for a rare opportunity to watch and learn from a master Zapotec weaver as he demonstrates weaving and the traditional textile dyeing arts of his native Mexican state, Oaxaca, on his impressive traditional loom.

Take home a complimentary shawl or blouse that you will dye yourself using the famous red cochineal.

Please note that spaces are limited.

Enrollment Fee: $75

Please be sure to review all of our education event policies prior to enrolling in any GAC sponsored event.

About The Artist:

Alejandro Mendoza was born in the ancient Zapotec weaving village of Teotitlan del Valle, located in the state of Oaxaca, in southern Mexico.

He learned the generational art of weaving at the age of ten through his father Taurino Mendoza (creator of Taurino Mendoza's loom).
As a teenager, Alejandro moved with his family to Orange County, CA. The family business tasks included him traveling back and forth with the purpose of importing rugs and textiles.

As a result of these events, Alejandro gained a wide perspective on his culture and his potential, particularly on the weaving craft, that was when he started to thrive in the excellence of the art of weaving and hand-dying with vegetables dyes.

During his first years of college, he also worked and learned alongside his uncle Antonio Mendoza who is a master weaver.

At the present time, Alejandro works in his home studio in Orange County and at the family farm in Oaxaca (about three or four times a year) to dye the wool yarns. He exhibits at The Livewell Collective in Dana Point, CA, and at juried art shows in Southern California, Colorado, Texas, Utah, and other states.

https://www.elhuizache.com/

Zapotec Natural Dyeing demonstration and workshop with Alejandro Mendoza of El Huizache Studio

September 23rd, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM

Join us at the GAC for a rare opportunity to watch and learn from a master Zapotec weaver as he demonstrates weaving and the traditional textile dyeing arts of his native Mexican state, Oaxaca, on his impressive traditional loom.

Take home a complimentary shawl or blouse that you will dye yourself using the famous red cochineal.

Please note that spaces are limited.

Enrollment Fee: $75

Please be sure to review all of our education event policies prior to enrolling in any GAC sponsored event.

About The Artist:

Alejandro Mendoza was born in the ancient Zapotec weaving village of Teotitlan del Valle, located in the state of Oaxaca, in southern Mexico.

He learned the generational art of weaving at the age of ten through his father Taurino Mendoza (creator of Taurino Mendoza's loom).
As a teenager, Alejandro moved with his family to Orange County, CA. The family business tasks included him traveling back and forth with the purpose of importing rugs and textiles.

As a result of these events, Alejandro gained a wide perspective on his culture and his potential, particularly on the weaving craft, that was when he started to thrive in the excellence of the art of weaving and hand-dying with vegetables dyes.

During his first years of college, he also worked and learned alongside his uncle Antonio Mendoza who is a master weaver.

At the present time, Alejandro works in his home studio in Orange County and at the family farm in Oaxaca (about three or four times a year) to dye the wool yarns. He exhibits at The Livewell Collective in Dana Point, CA, and at juried art shows in Southern California, Colorado, Texas, Utah, and other states.

https://www.elhuizache.com/

Two-Day Acrylic Painting Workshop

September 10th, 1PM-4PM & September 24th, 1PM-4PM

This is a two-part painting workshop that will take place on 9/10 and 9/24, 9AM- 12PM both days. The enrollment fee covers both days.

This class is ideal for absolute beginners or those with some painting experience. Discover or shape new and/or existing skills in acrylic painting with confidence through your creativity and exploration of color theory, composition, and painting techniques through still life observation. Emphasis will be placed on critical thinking and developing/nurturing a personal painting style or technique.

Please note that spaces are limited. Enrollment closes 7/27/22.

SOLD OUT

Please be sure to review all of our education event policies prior to enrolling in any GAC sponsored event.

About Your Instructor

Carolyn Todd is a fifth-generation Texan, born in Austin, Texas. As a volunteer for Texas Parks and Wildlife for over 30 years, she has always been inspired by the thought that art increases and sharpens our experiences with life.

After attending the University of Texas at Austin, where she received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, she earned a Master of Arts degree from the University of Houston in Fine Arts, Art History, and Fine Arts Education and has been a secondary art teacher in two Austin middle schools and Georgetown High School.

She was selected as the “Artist in Residence” for the National Park Service, Amistad National Recreation Area, Del Rio, Texas. And her solo show “El Cielo, Las Mesas y El Rio Diablo” was attended by local families, artists, teachers, university staff, students, and faculty.

Please be sure to review all of our education event policies prior to enrolling in any GAC sponsored event.

Photo walk with Former White House photographer, David Valdez.

September 10th, 9 AM-11 AM

David Valdez has been called an Icon of American Photography and is best known for being the Chief Official White House Photographer from 1989 to 1993, during the presidency of George H. W. Bush.

On September 10th, David will lead a photography walk for the GAC around beautiful Georgetown, Texas. The walk will focus on photo composition and how to see items and environments differently to make a more interesting photograph. 

After the photo walk, the group will go to the Grace Heritage Center across the street from the Art Center to look at and discuss the photos taken during the photo walk. 

Bring your iPhone, DSLR or Mirrorless Camera all are welcome.

You do not want to miss this incredible opportunity to learn from one of the best!

Please note that spaces are limited.

Enrollment Fee: $20

Please be sure to review all of our education event policies prior to enrolling in any GAC sponsored event.

Zapotec Natural Dyeing demonstration and workshop with Alejandro Mendoza of El Huizache Studio

August 28th, 3:30-5:30 PM

Join us at the GAC for a rare opportunity to watch and learn from a master Zapotec weaver as he demonstrates weaving and the traditional textile dyeing arts of his native Mexican state, Oaxaca, on his impressive traditional loom.

Take home a complimentary shawl or blouse that you will dye yourself using the famous red cochineal.

Please note that spaces are limited.

Enrollment Fee: $75

Please be sure to review all of our education event policies prior to enrolling in any GAC sponsored event.

About The Artist:

Alejandro Mendoza was born in the ancient Zapotec weaving village of Teotitlan del Valle, located in the state of Oaxaca, in southern Mexico.

He learned the generational art of weaving at the age of ten through his father Taurino Mendoza (creator of Taurino Mendoza's loom).
As a teenager, Alejandro moved with his family to Orange County, CA. The family business tasks included him traveling back and forth with the purpose of importing rugs and textiles.

As a result of these events, Alejandro gained a wide perspective on his culture and his potential, particularly on the weaving craft, that was when he started to thrive in the excellence of the art of weaving and hand-dying with vegetables dyes.

During his first years of college, he also worked and learned alongside his uncle Antonio Mendoza who is a master weaver.

At the present time, Alejandro works in his home studio in Orange County and at the family farm in Oaxaca (about three or four times a year) to dye the wool yarns. He exhibits at The Livewell Collective in Dana Point, CA, and at juried art shows in Southern California, Colorado, Texas, Utah, and other states.

https://www.elhuizache.com/