Schedule:

July 21, 2024

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Festival Opening Celebration at Hammond Hall

Join us for food, music, and fun to celebrate the opening of the 26th Schoodic Arts Festival.  Music by Chelsea Berry, Gus La Casse, and Mathias Kamin.  All are welcome.

July 23, 2024

July 23- 24 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Needle Felted Figures on Wire Armature at Schoolhouse

In this class we will learn the basics of creating an aluminum wire armature, which will serve as the framework for a needle felted dog, cat, or other four-legged creature. I will teach my method for wrapping wool onto the armature for basic shaping. We will finish our creations by applying a colored topcoat and detailing the face, tail, and feet. Some experience needed.

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Capturing Shadows: Paper & Fabric Cyanotype Prints at Schoolhouse Tent

This workshop offers an introduction to the cyanotype printing process through photographic print methods. Participants will experiment with a combination of natural, foraged materials and manufactured objects to create a series of unique prints. Join us to learn the basics of capturing shadows through sun printing on both fabric and paper!

1:00pm - 3:00pm: Songwriting at Hammond Hall

This songwriting class will meet you where you are - as a beginner, dabbler, or pro, we’ll workshop through tips, exercises, and self-editing tools to help you bring your lyrics and music to life.

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Shibori at Prospect Harbor Methodist Church

Japanese Tie-dyeing, or Shibori, is an ancient Japanese way to dye textiles, creating fabulous patterns on cloth, quilts, pillow covers, sheets, whatever – let your imagination go crazy! Shibori utilizes folding, binding, twisting, bunching (with rubber bands), and stitching (with thread) cloth, and then dyeing it.

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Woodturning I at Summerer Studio

Introduction to the modern wood lathe. Basic techniques covered and participants will leave with a useful wood turned item.

July 24, 2024

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Painting Portraiture from Photos at Combs Studio

This one-day painting class, Portraits in Oil, is designed for individuals with some experience in using oil as a medium. Throughout the course, participants will work from a large printed photo or an iPad image. The class will focus on painting portraits on canvas panels. The course will commence by teaching participants how to create a monochromatic value study, also known as grisaille, which will serve as the foundation for the subsequent color work. Participants will learn various techniques and approaches to effectively capture the likeness and essence of the subject.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Acrylic Painting: Free your Imagination! at Prospect Harbor Methodist Church

Be Messy - Have Fun! Take a giant step out of your comfort zone and experiment with the idea of creating and destroying as we paint with only red, blue, yellow, black and white acrylic paint using our hands, fingers, and old brushes. Our stream-of-consciousness process will look for the unexpected, constantly changing direction to find surprising outcomes.

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Sketching, Drawing and Doodling - Healthy Diet for the Visual Creator at whoPaints Studio

These 3 skills round out the practice of seeing: sketching the visceral recording of what is seen, drawing the scientific objective understanding and doodling the 'what if' exploration of what can be. Together they help us truly feel the objects we want to depict.

July 25, 2024

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Oil Painting: Still Life for Beginners at Combs Studio

This introductory course is perfect for individuals with no or minimal experience in using oil paint. Through the medium of still life, you will have the opportunity to explore and understand form, color, and value, while also learning the art of composition. By the end of the class, participants will be able to take home their very own masterpiece, created within a single day of dedicated work.

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Woodturning II at Summerer Studio

Continuation of introduction to the wood lathe with a focus on bowl turning. Students will leave with a completed bowl.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Dance for Fun! at Hammond Hall

Described by one of her students as “an oasis of joy”, Kristin’s class is dance for everyone who loves to move to music! She aims to help her students greet challenge without self-criticism; to rid themselves of annoyance, to laugh, and to find the joy in the day!

July 26, 2024

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Interpretive Literal Color: Getting a Glow at whoPaints Studio

By asking, as one mixes up a color, is it warmer or cooler, lighter or darker a painter can make oils glow avoiding the chalkiness impasto often creates! Learning to see these subtle shifts in hue can bring so much life to a painting!

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Drawing for Beginners at Schoolhouse

Anyone can learn to draw. Learn to draw what you see. This class will give you a jump start and give you confidence to draw for pleasure or for a base for your painting.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Sing Your Heart Out! at Hammond Hall

Sing Your Heart Out is a course designed for individuals who feel like they cannot sing. In just a few hours, participants will learn to find their voice, improve posture and breathing, and explore simple harmonies. No experience necessary. Kat Logan, a professional vocalist and musician with years of experience performing in New England, is excited to help you find your voice.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Meetinghouse Theatre Lab presents: “Getting to Know You” by Merle Bragdon - A Staged Reading at Hammond Hall

A Speed Dating Event in a retirement community makes for lots of laughs and maybe even some romance as these seniors get to know more about one another.
Merle Bragdon has been involved with community theater since 2011 as an actor and director. Getting to Know You, Speed Dating in a Retirement Community is Merle’s first full-length play. He and wife Joan live in Lamoine.

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Painting from a Sacred Place at Combs Studio

Delve into the profound connection between art and spirituality. Through the exploration of sacred geometry, intuitive painting, symbolic and metaphoric icons, and the use of tarot cards, we will embark on a journey of self-expression and self-discovery. In addition to hands-on artistic exploration, the class will also foster discussions about authenticity in art-making, the importance of expressing what is held sacred, and the limitless potential for personal growth through creative expression. Join us in this transformative class and unlock the sacred artist within. Watercolor will be the medium of choice.

July 27, 2024

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Finding One’s Way with Clay at Combs Studio

Students will explore the art of working with clay as a form of meditation. Drawing inspiration from the hand building techniques of renowned artist Paulus Berensohn, students will have the opportunity to slow down, relax, and tap into their creativity. They will learn how to use nature forms to imprint and inspire their clay creations. They will also be introduced to hand building techniques for creating both round and thin forms. However, the focus of this class is not on achieving technical perfection, but rather on enjoying the zen of being with clay in a supportive community. Open to individuals of all levels and backgrounds. (photo credit: Photo of the artist, Paulus Berensohn by True Kelly)

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Dance for Fun! at Hammond Hall

Described by one of her students as “an oasis of joy”, Kristin’s class is dance for everyone who loves to move to music! She aims to help her students greet challenge without self-criticism; to rid themselves of annoyance, to laugh, and to find the joy in the day!

9:00 AM  12:00 PM: Color Theory at Schoolhouse

Color theory is the art of combining colors based on the color wheel which contains the primary, secondary and tertiary colors. Color theory helps to determine which colors look good together and goes beyond just guessing color combinations. How colors relate to each other are critical skills needed by artists, craftspeople, designers, etc.

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Acrylic Pour Painting at Schoolhouse Tent

In this class, the paint is poured onto the canvas and spread by moving the canvas around. The fluid paint will blend the colors and create unique patterns and textures. Abstraction is the key here. Everyone can express their inner creativity as we watch beautiful designs take shape on the canvas.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Flor Bromley: Fiesta Global at Hammond Hall

Fiesta Global is an invitation to dance around the world, bringing together rhythms from Latin America, encapsulating a message of global citizenship.  It is a multicultural musical celebration! Kids and families will join in the fun as they learn about different musical genres through dance, storytelling and songs, traveling with Flor to the countries where the rhythms were born. This is not your typical children’s concert, it’s a whole family fiesta!

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Elizabeth and Ben Anderson: Scottish Fiddle and Cello at Hammond Hall

Elizabeth and Ben Anderson bring life to traditional Scottish tunes with their intricate and energetic fiddle and cello arrangements.  The Boston-based Scottish fiddle and cello duo, has an enthusiastic following in the U.S. and internationally. Blending Scottish tunes with lively rhythms and innovative harmonies, the pair create a sound rooted in tradition, inspired by the contemporary, and completely original. On stage, they captivate audiences with their ability to effortlessly communicate musical nuances as only siblings can

July 28, 2024

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM: Plein Air Tonal Drawing at Combs Studio

In this 4-hour class, students will have the opportunity to explore the art of capturing values and masses in outdoor settings. Rather than focusing on specific objects, the emphasis will be on developing an understanding of light and shadow and translating that onto the paper. This is a great preparation for learning to paint landscapes in any medium. Using charcoal as the primary medium, students will learn techniques for effectively representing tonal values and capturing the essence of the scene.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Fish Tacos with Homemade Tortillas at Masonic Hall

Join JoAnne and her assistant instructor Katie Kowski, as they demonstrate making deliciously spiced fish tacos with Mexican lime slaw, as well as hand-making soft tortillas. Don't miss this chance to learn something new that will surprise you with how simple it is to make.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM: Needle Felted Seals at Schoolhouse Tent

From raw wool to mounted sculpture in one session! After selling scores of felted harbor seals in local shops, Cathy breaks down and teaches her method for others to enjoy. Experience helpful but not required.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Madou Sidiki Diabate and Salif Bamakora: Kora Duets at Hammond Hall

Join us for an experience of the history, power, magic and guidance of the West African Kora with world renowned 71st-generation virtuoso Madou Sidiki Diabaté, accompanied by his longtime student Salif Bamakora, as the duo explore and interpret the traditional repertoire of songs and stories of the Djeli, or Griots, the hereditary keepers of knowledge encoded in music.
Serving for centuries as advisors, emissaries, oral historians and peacemakers, the Djeli maintain the people’s ties to their cultural inheritance and vitality of purpose with a resilient and adaptive cordage of intertwined praise and remembrance. Masterful musicianship combined with glimpses of the rich and storied significance of West Africa’s musical memory enlivened and animated by the harp strings of an ancient tradition still blossoming in the 21st century.

July 30, 2024

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Dance for Fun! at Hammond Hall

Described by one of her students as “an oasis of joy”, Kristin’s class is dance for everyone who loves to move to music! She aims to help her students greet challenge without self-criticism; to rid themselves of annoyance, to laugh, and to find the joy in the day!

9:00 AM  12:00 PM: Upcycled Driftwood Mobiles and Stabiles at Masonic Hall

Ever wondered how to create mobiles that spin and dance in the slightest breeze? Learn the secrets of how to connect and balance recycled driftwood and wire to make beautiful hanging mobiles and tabletop stabiles. Everyone will take their creations home!

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Wet Felted Basket at Schoolhouse

Dive into the world of wet felting! Join our hands-on workshop to craft a beautiful basket with handles using wool, soap, and agitation. Unleash your creativity and take home a functional work of art!

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Upcycled Driftwood Tree Sculptures at Masonic Hall

We'll use garden clippers, and drills to turn driftwood branches into beautiful upcycled tabletop sculptures. Once you know how it's done the sky's the limit!

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Woodturning Open at Summerer Studio

Unique projects. Prior woodturning experience or conversation with instructor recommended.

July 31, 2024

July 31 - August 1, 2024 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Wading into Wax: Introduction to Encaustic Painting at Combs Studio

Students will learn about encaustics; see demos, experiment, have fun, learn basic techniques - smooth and textured surfaces, mark making, image transfer, pouring - and will walk away with 3-5 practice pieces. (Participants will be working with heat.)

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Giant Head Masks at Schoolhouse Tent

Learn basic cardboard sculpting techniques to create a giant wearable character or creature head. Must be able to use a box cutter safely and without assistance.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Fresh Handmade Ramen at Masonic Hall

Learn how to roll out fresh ramen noodles. Then put together your own tasty ramen bowl with traditional broths, specially prepared toppings, and flavorings.

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Putting People into Paintings at whoPaints Studio

Adding the vitality of human activity to a visual story can add so much! But how to make the figure look like it is animated and not stiff, that it is in proportion to the environment? We will explore a range of techniques to achieve this!

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Puppetry in Performance at Hammond Hall

The heart of puppetry is bringing an inanimate object to “life”. We will use found objects to discover how to bring the object/puppet to life through breath, movement, gaze and non-verbal storytelling. No previous fine art/performance experience necessary.

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM: 4 Ways to Cook with a Wok at Masonic Hall

Woks are the oldest and most versatile cooking pans. Learn 4 ways (roasting, steaming, boiling, and stir-frying) to use woks to make great tasting recipes. Those in the know come hungry and bring leftover containers just in case! Chris will have copies of his popular cookbooks for sale and signing.

August 1, 2024

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Book Arts! Tunnel Book Variation at Schoolhouse

In this workshop we will explore several book structures that offer layered images, giving a tunnel effect. We will work with one page tunnel forms, double accordions with windows and a layered box tunnel structure.

August 2, 2024

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Watercolor “Play” Date at Combs Studio

Learning about watercolor is lots of fun when given the time to "play" with this medium. We'll experiment with watercolors and various brushes, different kinds of paper, and even throw in a little lesson on color theory. Letting your creativity and imagination flow onto paper is just one objective of this class. Learning can be enjoyable if we just let ourselves have a little play date every now and then.

1:00 PM - 3:30 PM: Fiber Fun for Kids and Adults at Combs Studio

This class will focus on learning about different kinds of fibers and what we can create using them. For example we'll learn about Japanese braiding and make felted fiber bowls, creating fuzzy wuzzy candles! Adults will have much fun as the kids sharing in the creation of various pieces of art to take home or give as gifts.

August 2 - 3, 2024: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Watercolor Basics at Schoolhouse

Paint the coast you love! Sky, water, rocks, trees and more. If you have never painted in watercolors we will start at the beginning. If you have painted before, there are many tips and tricks for different results.

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Sun Prints/Cyanotypes at Winter Harbor Gym

This highly sensitive paper will react to light or lack of it to produce interesting "blue prints" where the participants will be able to experiment with texture, value, contrast and composition.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Chris Ross at Hammond Hall

Award-winning Maine singer-songwriter Chris Ross is a native of Hancock and 2014 winner of the "Songwriter of the Year" award at the New England Music Awards. Known for his cinematic lyrics and sharp humor, Ross’ wit matches his musical talent. “I try my damnedest to make you feel feelings,” he says, “occasionally even pleasant ones.

August 3, 2024

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Needle Felted Lobster at Schoolhouse Tent

Felt your dinner? Maybe not, but certainly “cook” your own lobster using the needle felting technique. You will be sculpting sheep’s wool using only a barbed needle to create this iconic coastal classic.

1:00 PM - 4:30 PM: Postcards from Maine - Introduction to Printmaking at Schoolhouse Tent

Celebrate all things Maine by creating a unique block print postcard! Learn the techniques of relief hand-carving, block print design fundamentals, and how to hand-print on paper without a press.

2:00 PM  4:00 PM: Molly Gawler and Shepsi Eaton at Hammond Hall

Molly Gawler’s one woman show created with original choreography celebrating life with the flow of dance, circus arts, acrobatics, story and music in collaboration with pianist and singer Shepsi Eaton.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Claudia Schmidt at Hammond Hall

Claudia returns with her one-of-a-kind musical offering, using song, story and poetry to delight and enlighten!  With her multi octave voice, 12 string guitar and mountain dulcimer, Claudia weaves together a wonderful musical journey, every concert a new adventure that leaves the listener refreshed and renewed.

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Spontaneous Zine Making at Combs Studio

Spontaneous Zine-Making will cover a brief crash course on the history of zines, a demo on common forms, and a creative prompt to design a unique zine during the workshop.

August 4, 2024

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Nature Journaling at Off Campus Hike in Prospect Harbor

In this active workshop, we will hike to a local site to practice careful noticing and drawing and recording our observations. (expect a 1+ mile hike on uneven ground)

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: The Wisdom Curve

Drawing, Painting, Singing: Learn to see with the indigenous eyes of unconquered Maine. Abenaki iconography grows from the biogeometry of living things. Learn to draw anything using the ancient Abenaki double curve pattern. SEE how the French borrowed our Abenaki patterns to decorate their castles and fashion, HEAR how our music influenced jazz, SING a medicine song to connect you to the Creator. We will make our own paint from berries. This is an interdisciplinary celebration of creativity.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Pop Up Cards and Books at Schoolhouse Tent

In this workshop students will learn a number of pop up designs which they will use to create a small book.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Snarky Sisterz at Hammond Hall

Award-winning veteran musicians and singer-songwriters Diana Quinn and Lisa Ann Wright are the Snarky Sisterz, a fun and wildly entertaining duo which plays clever originals and covers with tight harmonies, spiced with wry and funny patter. They incorporate a mind-boggling variety of musical styles into their energetic performances, including rock and roll, bluegrass, blues, country, folk, and even jazz and classical. They play guitar, banjo, mandolin, ukulele and, you might even see and hear a lute!

August 6, 2024

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Chasing and Repousse on Aluminum at Combs Studio

In this fast paced workshop, participants will create a 3-D relief panel on tooling metal.

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Drypoint on Plexiglass at Combs Studio

In this etching class, participants will create an intaglio print from a plastic plate.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Create a Pamphlet Book Plus at Schoolhouse Tent

We will make a beautiful reusable quilted pamphlet book cover, then work with prompts to create content, words and/or images.
Bring List: Any fancy papers, 4 sheets of blank white paper, pen, anything they use to make marks or images, watercolor, markers, crayons, colored pencils etc.

10:00 AM  3:00 PM: Felted Jewelry at Schoolhouse

Explore the art of wet felting! Learn how to felt round and sushi roll beads, then design your own earrings, necklace, or bracelet. Unleash your creativity in this hands-on, jewelry-making workshop!

August 6 - 7, 2024: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Carving an Atlantic Puffin at Schoolhouse Tent

This will be a two part beginners class in which we will carve and paint a basswood Atlantic Puffin.

August 7, 2024

August 7 - 8, 2024 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Watercolor Painting Beyond the Basics at Schoolhouse

Composition, value study, and placement will be discussed. This class will include painting from references of places you love, and perhaps painting outside when the weather permits.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Mixing it Up with Henri Matisse at Combs Studio

In this hands on class, we'll learn about Henri Matisse and how he created his artwork focusing on the collages he developed later in his life. We'll be making collages out of a variety of materials provided but you can always bring some of your own to incorporate into your finished work. This is an art history class that will keep you moving as you learn about this fascinating artist.

9:00 AM - 2:00 PM: Two Gift Baskets

Let's weave 2 baskets, great for yourself, or a gift! The first is a Pottery Handled Jam Basket and second Round Bottom Catchall, perfect for change and keys!

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Sgraffito! at Combs Studio

Sgraffito is the art of etching on clay and is thought by many to be our first written language. In this fun and fast-paced workshop, participants will create their own sgraffito decorated tile and cup, carving gorgeous designs into the surface of provided forms and tiles.

August 8, 2024

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM: Double Swing Market Basket at Prospect Harbor Methodist Church

Pack a picnic in your large rectangular basket which measures 10"WX17"LX8"H. The woven base and riveted "D" handles make this a sturdy creation.

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM: Raku at Combs Studio

In this fire workshop, participants will glaze and fire bisqued work in a raku kiln. Bring any bisque you want fired. Additional bisque will also be available for sale.

August 9, 2024

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Gordon Thomas Ward at Hammond Hall

Enjoy Winter Harbor's own multi-instrumentalist and award-winning singer-songwriter, as he entertains you with songs from his growing list of fan-favorites, including those from his highly acclaimed, new album Walking on the Wire

August 10, 2024

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM: Children’s Art Tent at SAFA Schoolhouse Tent

Join us for a fun-filled art day where kids can try their hand at various art projects.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Winter Harbor Music Festival at Hammond Hall

Winter Harbor Music Festival brings together musicians of different ages and stages, with world class artists, in performance.

Date: July 21 - August 10, 2024

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