Dolores Furnari, owner of the Country Owl Studio, welcomes you to the 16th season of classes being held this year at 2391 McConnell Rd., just a couple of miles from downtown Brandon, Vermont. Come visit this charming Vermont town set at the foothills of the Green Mountains and have some fun in one or more of our classes while learning a new craft. Dolores Furnari has been a member of Historical Society of Early American Decoration, Inc. (HSEAD) since 1974. Please see below for a complete description classes with instructions on how to sign up. |
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Summer 2009 Class Schedule
Decorative Arts
1) & 2) BRONZE POWDER STENCILING, COUNTRY PAINTING, & REVERSE GLASS PAINTING
4) RUFUS PORTER STYLE PAINTING
Art
6) PRIMITIVE PORTRAIT PAINTING
7) DRAWING / PAINTING / PERSPECTIVE
Miscellaneous Crafts
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Dolores Furnari
1. Aug. 10 - 15 (6 days); Mon. - Fri. 9:00 - 4:30; Sat. 9:00 - 3:00
Tuition: $220.00 Beginner/Advanced
2. Aug. 17 - 21 (5 days); Mon.-Thur. 9:00 - 4:30; Fri. 9:00-3:00
Tuition: $190.00 Beginner/Advanced
We will cover all techniques of bronze powder stenciling on tin and wood, application of gold/metal leaf using early American designs authentic to the period, as well as freehand bronzing techniques and country painting and techniques in reverse glass painting which will also cover stenciling on glass. Beginners will learn stencil cutting, preparation of tin and wooden items, the execution of designs, and finishing techniques. Students should bring several projects to work on such as trays, chairs, boxes, and glass cut to size for mirror frames, clocks, or frames of your choice. Class demonstrations and individual instruction will be given. In depth instruction will be available to interested applicants of The Historical Society of Early American Decoration. Instructor is planning a class project, related costs and a supply list will be available at time of registration.
Dolores Furnari
June 27 - 28 (2 days); Sat. 9:00 - 4:30; Sun. 9:00 - 4:00
Tuition: $110.00; Est. Mat. fee: $40.00 Beginner/ Interm.
In this class students will do a Welcome Sign and a Key Cabinet. Designs will be available, but you can create your own if so desired. These are fun projects and are great ideas for Holiday gifts. Included in the materials fee are the projects, colored photos of the finished projects, use of all paints and related mediums and copies of the designs, as well as many other designs you can choose from. Brushes and other related supplies can be purchased at the studio at a discount. A supply list will be sent upon registration.
Dolores Furnari
Aug. 8 - 9 (2 days); Sat. 9:00 - 4:30; Sun. 9:00 - 4:00
Tuition: $110.00; Materials fee: $40.00 All levels
This year’s decorative project will be a 24/36" preprimed cotton canvas floorcloth painted in the Rufus Porter style. The materials fee will include the canvas floorcloth, blueprint, photo of the finished piece, painting instructions and the use of all paints and mediums. Other related supplies needed can be purchased at the studio at a discount. A list of other needed supplies will be sent upon registration.
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6. PRIMITIVE PORTRAIT PAINTING
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Dolores Furnari
July 6 - 10 (5 days); Mon. - Thurs. 9:00-4:30; Fri. 9:00-3:00
Tuition: $190.00; Est. materials fee: $50.00 All levels
Don’t be intimidated if you have never painted a portrait before. With precise instruction, you can do it. This year, students will be able to choose their selection from a selective library of designs. Most will be 16x20 or 18x24 in size. You may choose a boy, girl, woman or man portrait. The estimated materials fee includes the canvas of choice, photo of your design, blueprint, and painting instructions. To accomplish this project in 5 days, the portrait will be done in a combination of acrylic and oil paints. A list of needed supplies will be sent upon registration. Most supplies needed are available for sale at the studio. Any questions relative to this class, please call the Studio.
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F. Tor Gudmundsen
July 13 - 17 (5 days);
Mon. - Thurs. 9:00 - 4:30; Fri. 9:00 - 3:00
Tuition: $190.00 Adv. Beginner/Adv.
This five day course will concentrate on advancing the student artist’s ability to observe nature and interpret it ... to get what is seen translated onto a flat surface (the painting or drawing) and working with it to develop an image that the artist can interpret with color, texture and technique. We will work individually on problems in perspective, color and technique as the student requires. I hope to make every student feel that they have made progress in the quest for their own vision in their work. A materials list will be sent upon registration. Please specify what medium you will be working with – oil, acrylic or watercolor.
8. EARLY AMERICAN DOLLS
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Lena Drzewiczewski
July 27 - 31 (5 days);
Mon. - Thurs. 9:00 - 4:30; Fri. 9:00 - 3:00
Tuition: $190.00; Est. Mat. Fee: $20 Intermediate / Advanced
This year we will be making The Fashion Doll, which is a 12 inch all cloth doll designed by Gail Wilson. She will be painted, so some experience in painting is necessary. Her clothing is a two piece outfit with a bonnet. Her wig is made of mohair and is first covered by a snood which can be crocheted. More clothing patterns will eventually be available through Gail Wilson’s shop. Gail has done a paper maché version of this doll as an online class which can be seen on her website gailwilsondesigns.com. Her pattern for this doll will be available the first of the year. This will be another great doll to add to your collection. The class will be fun as usual, and it is a great way to meet other doll makers. Hope to see you this summer. Instructor will mail supply list upon registration.
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Joyce Heath
July 11 - 12 (2 days); Sat. 9:00 - 4:30; Sun. 9:00 - 3:00
Tuition: $110; Est. Mat. fee: $40.00 All levels
Students in this class will love this large utility basket which can be used for all types of storage: for toys, magazines, yarns, painting supplies or whatever your pleasure. See photo on website. Any questions relative to this piece - phone Joyce at 802-247-3962. A supply list will be sent upon registration.
Dolores Furnari, owner of the Country Owl Studio/Gallery, welcomes you to the 16th session of classes being offered this year at our new location at 2391 McConnell Rd. Weekly classes will be held Monday - Friday of each week unless otherwise noted. Weekend classes are so noted for studio hours.
Cancellation/Refund Policy: Should it become necessary for us to cancel a class, every effort will be made to notify students at least two weeks prior to the start of class. The entire deposit and registration fee will be refunded. Should the enrolled student become unable to attend, half the class fee will be refunded, provided we are notified three weeks prior to the start of class.
Lodging is available at reasonable rates within 1 - 3 miles of the school. Information is available on-line for Brandon lodging. Special rates are offered at most places to Studio students but you must call them direct and tell them you are a student with the Studio to obtain those rates. Reservations must be made early!
The Country Owl Studio Art & Craft School
PO Box 339
Brandon, VT 05733-0339
802-247-3695
out of state toll-free: 888-247-3847
e-mail: ctryowl@together.net
Last updated January 2, 2009
