STAB-SEWN BINDING BASICS                                                       NO. ALP201
Learn how to make elegant and beautiful books in the Eastern, stab-sewn style in this workshop. Participants will receive an overview of the traditional form of the stab-sewn book, and instruction on how to make three different sewing patterns which they will take home. Steve Cochran, a book artist, binder, and librarian, is owner and proprietor of Bound to be Around Bindery. Steve has been making book and paper art for 20 years.

Instructor: Steve Cochran
Date & Time: Sunday, May 12, Noon–4 p.m.
Location: New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art
Registration Fee: $60, includes materials

BEGINNING BLOCK PRINTING ON FABRIC                                   NO. ALP205
Learn the basic principles of textile pattern design by block-printing your own bandanas. We will learn how to design a good printable motif, and then prepare our easy-to-carve blocks. Practicing first on construction paper, we will end by printing up to four cotton bandanas with washable textile inks. Students will need to bring sketching paper, pencil, scissors, apron, and rubber gloves.

Instructor: Laura Foster Nicholson
Date & Time: Sunday, June 2, 1–4 p.m.
Location: New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art
Registration Fee: $90, includes materials

SHAKESPEARE FOR BEGINNERS                                                   NO. ALP437
If you always wanted to read and understand Shakespeare, but feared the difficulty of his language, this course will suit you. We will read four easy plays to learn about how Will Shakespeare structures his drama, how he reveals character and conflict, how he uses such strategies as soliloquy and aside—and, as time allows, we will view scenes
from recent productions. Most of all, we will focus on basic understanding and enjoyment. By the course’s end, you can boast of your Will power. Books provided.

Instructor: Sherry Bevins Darrell, professor emerita of English, USI
Dates & Time: 4 Tuesdays, June 4–25, 6–8 p.m.
Location: USI, University Center East, Room 2205
Registration Fee: $110

BEGINNING STAMPING
AND CARD MAKING TECHNIQUES                                               NO. ALP415
In this overview class, we will begin with basic stamping and explore several different techniques often used in card-making, scrapbooking and other paper crafting projects. We will “play” with heat embossing, dry embossing, die-cutting machines, and other fun paper crafting tools. You will leave with a finished project each class. Bring an adhesive of your choice to each class. All paper and other supplies will be provided.

Instructor: Stephanie Higgins
Dates & Time: 4 Thursdays, June 13 & 27, and July 11 & 25, 6–8 p.m.
Location: USI, Technical Center, Room 229
Registration Fee: $98

MAKING SINGLE-GATHERING JOURNALS                                     NO. ALP202
People who are art journal keepers are encouraged to attend, in order to learn how simple it is to make elegant, durable, and very portable journals. Participants will construct a 24- and 32-page journal, selecting from various available cover stock or supplying their own. A simple sewing pattern will be taught that incorporates a closure. Steve Cochran, a book artist, binder, and librarian, is owner and proprietor of Bound to be Around Bindery. Steve has been making book and paper art for 20 years. Participants are welcome to bring their own materials to incorporate into
their journal.

Instructor: Steve Cochran
Date & Time: Sunday, June 16, Noon–4 p.m.
Location: New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art
Registration Fee: $60, includes materials

BEGINNING HAWAIIAN HULA                                                       NO. ALP412
Aloha! Bring a taste of the tropics to your summer “staycation.” Come put a pua (flower) in your hair and learn the graceful moves of Hula. You’ll be able to perform a complete Hula dance for your friends and family by the final week of class. Embrace the expressions of Hula and have a great time with new friends. Wear comfortable clothes.

Instructor: Erin Johnston, Hula Association of the Midwest, Hoaloha of Halau i Ka Pono
Dates & Time: 6 Tuesdays, June 18–July 23, 6:30–8 p.m.
Location: USI, University Center East, Room 2207
Registration Fee: $69

MODERN JEWELRY DESIGN FOR THE BEGINNER                          NO. ALP203
Using basic tools and techniques, jewelry artist Sara Rhoades from S.K. Rhoades Design will teach you how to use beads to create contemporary designs. We will discuss current jewelry trends that use leather, cording, simple wire wrapping, and beads to enhance your wardrobe. Bring sharp scissors, round-nose pliers, chain-nose pliers, and wire cutters. Each student will receive a materials kit needed for the class and will leave with at least two pieces of finished jewelry.

Instructor: Sara Rhoades
Date & Time: Sunday, June 23, Noon–3 p.m.
Location: New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art
Registration Fee: $100, includes materials

PAINTING SUMMER LANDSCAPES                                                 NO. ALP414
Painting with user-friendly acrylics, Kelly Gilbert will lead you through the landscape painting process. Learn how to deal with mixing all the varieties of green, successful handling of water, trees, and clouds, developing a center of interest, creating depth, and using overlapping perspective color harmony. Supply list will be sent with confirmation. Estimated cost of supplies $70.

Instructor: Kelly Gilbert, local artist
Dates & Time: 6 Wednesdays, June 26–July 31, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Location: USI, Technical Center, Room 229
Registration Fee: $102

BEGINNING BATIK ON FABRIC                                                     NO. ALP206
Learn the ancient art of Batik on fabric and create your own bandana scarves in a day. Batik is the art of tracing a design on fabric with hot beeswax using a special “tjanting” tool, and then dyeing the fabric. When the wax is removed (usually by ironing) the waxed areas will remain uncolored while the background will be dyed. Students will learn basics of resist design and be able to make up to three cotton bandana scarves during the afternoon class. Students will need to bring rubber gloves, an apron, sketching paper, and a pen or pencil.

Instructor: Laura Foster Nicholson
Date & Time: Sunday, June 30, 1–4 p.m.
Location: New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art
Registration Fee: $80, includes materials

BRING IN THE BLING!
INTERMEDIATE JEWELRY DESIGN                                               NO. ALP204
Build your jewelry-making skills by going green and up-cycling jewelry you already own! Jewelry artist Sara Rhoades from S.K. Rhoades Design will show you how to take necklace findings and make earrings, earrings to make pendants. Each piece will be utilized individually to make an effective new design. We will talk in depth about esthetics and the principles of design and learn a few new techniques along the way. Bring jewelry, found objects, and/or beads from your personal collection, sharp scissors, round-nose pliers, chain-nose pliers, and wire cutters. Students will receive materials to finish their pieces and each student will leave with at least two pieces of finished jewelry.

Instructor: Sara Rhoades
Date & Time: Sunday, July 7, Noon–3 p.m.
Location: New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art
Registration Fee: $100, includes materials

INTRODUCTION TO CERAMICS                                                      NO. ALP208
Instructor Jennifer Holstein will teach students the fundamentals of creating functional pottery on the wheel, as well as basic techniques for hand-building forms. During this three-week intensive course, participants will be guided through every aspect of making unique, utilitarian drinking vessels and dishes, as well as be given the opportunity to produce sculptural and decorative objects. Special focus will be given to strength of form united with skill in glazing to produce beautiful, lasting work. Merging a modern sensibility with traditional technique will help each student
develop an individualized aesthetic while acquiring a new skill.

Instructor: Jennifer Holstein
Dates & Time: 3 Tuesdays and 3 Thursdays, July 9–25, 5–8 p.m.
Location: Blaffer Clay Facility, New Harmony, IN
Registration Fee: $250, includes materials

STARTING WITH SONNETS                                                           NO. ALP436
To gain a basic understanding of poetry, we will start with the sonnet, a 14-line lyric, a poetic response to subjects ranging from romantic infatuation to fear of damnation to awe at some of nature’s hideous creations. We will study closely two traditional forms of sonnets, major sonneteers in English and American literature, and the many poetic
devices these writers use to develop their lyrics. Our classes will cover fewer poems so we may read them closely.

Instructor: Sherry Bevins Darrell, professor emerita of English, USI
Dates & Time: 5 Tuesdays, July 9–August 6, 6–8 p.m.
Location: USI, University Center East, Room 2205
Registration Fee: $58, includes supplies

I DIDN’T KNOW THAT!
AN UNCOMMON LOOK AT BACKYARD BIRDS                                NO. ALP411
In this course we will explore 18 of the most common birds found in the Tri-state, their common and very uncommon behaviors, and how to attract them to our home habitats. We also will look at some of the beautiful “uncommon” birds that can be found throughout the Tri-state on any given summer’s day. Plenty of time will be built in for class questions and participation.

Instructor: Tim Griffith, Evansville Audubon Society
Date & Time: Tuesday, July 9, 2–3 p.m.
Location: Solarbron Pointe, 1501 McDowell Rd.
Registration Fee: $30

ORGANIZING YOUR LIFE                                                               NO. ALP417
Feeling overwhelmed with the constant clutter of items in your home or office? Don’t know where or how to start organizing? Join Amy Payne, professional organizer, who will help you discover the basics of organizing your life! You will learn how to set up organizational systems that are proven to work, explore technology to improve
productivity, and learn how to stay organized.

Instructor: Amy Payne, professional organizer
Dates & Time: 4 Wednesdays, July 10–31, 6–8 p.m.
Location: USI, University Center, Room 2205
Registration Fee: $71

EXPERIMENTS IN WEAVING                                                     NO. ALP416
Learn the basics of weaving through experimenting with various ready-made, repurposed and recycled objects and materials. We will construct various types of simple looms, improvise and construct our own tools, and learn about warping and basic weaving techniques using our newly constructed looms and tools. Materials list provided after registration.

Instructor: Mark Brendel, local artist and designer
Dates & Time: 2 Saturdays, July 20 & 27, 9 a.m.–Noon
Location: USI, University Center East, Room 2205
Registration Fee: $74

PRIMITIVE RUG HOOKING FOR BEGINNERS                                NO. ALP200
Instructor Rita Davis will teach students how to hook a mat, trivet, or other simple rug-hooking project during this beginner’s workshop. Rita will cover many aspects of this increasingly popular craft, have examples of her work on display, and will give one-on-one student instruction during the workshop. Students will receive a kit that contains the design backing, wool, and hook. Hooking frames will be available to use during the class. Students should bring a pair of sharp scissors.

Instructor: Rita Davis
Date & Time: Sunday, September 15, 1–4 p.m.
Location: New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art
Registration Fee: $75, includes materials and use of frame during class