April Schedule!
- Mar 21, 2017
- 4 min read
Spring is officially here!
Luckily, the weather seems to be cooperating too! The sun is shining + the days are warming. I'm very much looking forward to all of the beautiful days April is sure to bring! And, alongside mild weather are some wonderful events for you at Harold + Ferne. This month you'll find the return of our popular, sold-out workshops from the last two months. Many of you were bummed that you missed out, and we can't have that, so take a looksie + sign up quickly!
We're doing another printmaking class with Samantha Dewaele, watercolour workshop with Steph Whalen + forest fairy workshop with Sarah Apple. If you were one of the lucky ones that already attended these sold out classes then you'll be happy to know that each time our workshops are a little bit different so you're always able to join us again + learn something new! Scroll down below for all of the deets.
Remember, there is now an easier way to save your spot! Hop on over to the online shop to pay in advance + reserve your spots.
Wednesday April 5, 7:00-9:00
Bunny Printmaking Workshop w/ Samantha Dewaele
Join Samantha Dewaele of The Paper Forest for a Printmaking Workshop! Samantha will guide you through the process of creating your very own stamp from one of her original designs. We’ll learn how to transfer an image, carve your stamp, and how to ink the finished product. This month’s stamp is a spring/Easter theme. We’ll be carving 3 separate stamps that, when used together, create a bunny + spring flowers. We’ll also experiment with using colour in the stamping process. Each participant will have access to black + blue ink. You will leave the workshop with your hand-carved stamp + two hand-stamped 5 x 6.5” greeting cards (and envelopes) made of quality paper. All supplies + materials will be provided.
There are 10 spots in this workshop, so don't delay! Sign up today.
$35 +HST Price includes all materials + refreshments
Wednesday April 12, 6:30-9:00
Rustic Barn Illustration + Watercolour Workshop w/ Steph Whalen
Join local artist Steph Whalen for a fun evening of introduction to illustration + watercolour basics! You will create an 8x10 watercolour painting of a rustic barn. Together, we will draw the scene + use blending + layering techniques to fill in your drawing with charming colours. A delightful, multi-talented, self-taught artist, Steph will guide you confidently through this workshop even if you have zero experience with a paint brush! All materials + tools will be provided. There are 12 spots in this workshop, so don't delay! Sign up today. $40 +HST Price includes all materials + refreshments
Friday April 21 + Saturday April 22, 6:00-10:00
Roots North Art Market at St Paul's United Church
For the second year in a row, Harold + Ferne will be curating the Roots North Art Market! Each night you will be able to visit the Art Market + shop items made exclusively by local artists + artisans! Discover clothing, stained glass, artwork, natural beard + body care, greeting cards, jewelry, pottery, home decor, desert plants, and children's clothes and toys! (Basically, we'll be creating a mini Harold + Ferne on site!) You'll also have the opportunity to meet some of the makers behind the beautiful products. Make sure to purchase your Roots North Festival tickets in advance to access the Market here :)
Saturday April 22, 2:00-4:00
The Darrin Davis Band *live music*
The Darrin Davis Band joins the 2017 Roots North Music Festival with a performance at Harold + Ferne: The Local Goods Co. on Saturday afternoon playing two sets beginning at 2:00 and 3:00 respectively. Paired with his classically trained, honey-voiced wife and bandmate Amy Jefferies, the couple harmonizes with an intimacy that whispers of many winter nights cozied up in a cabin, singing old folk tunes by the fire. BD Hughes of the Toronto Independent Music Awards describes their sound as "a unique mix of folk, rock, roots, experimental alt-country and jazz, all infused with brilliant songwriting and beautiful harmonies."
Free Admission!
Tuesday April 25, 7:00-9:00
Forest Fairy Workshop w/ Sarah Apple
Come create your own forest fairy with Sarah Apple! Forest Fairies are the curious creatures created by the inspiring Sarah Csekey, aka Sarah Apple. A staple in the Orillia arts community, she has explored many artistic mediums + for the last year has created hundreds of these whimsical "fairies" to participate in community + personal projects, such as her 2016 Streets Alive Story Pole, her Advent Fairies Collection + current 365 Project. Through each stage in their creation, the fairies develop their own unique personalities, which Sarah encourages makers to use to "boost your spirits and warm your heart."
You will spend the evening being led through the process of creating your own mixed-media fibre creature + invoking the "forest spirits" to infuse your creation with your own secret intentions. In the end you will have a lovely new friend, with a back story, to name + take home. All materials will be provided. However, you are invited to begin your creative journey in the days leading up to the workshop by collecting inspiring materials (such as fabric scraps, natural fibres, various yarns + buttons) to incorporate into your fairy, if you so choose. There are 8 spots in this workshop, so don't delay! Sign up today. $40 + HST Price includes all materials + refreshments
Happy Crafting!
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