Cooking with Herbs Workshop presented by William Furlong
Date: Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Admission: $20 SCHF members, $25 non-members (includes all supplies)
Description: Whether you grow your own herbs or buy them fresh, you’ll come away from this demonstration with many simple techniques and recipes with a few of the most common culinary herbs. Bring your note pad, your taste buds and your appetite to this workshop. You will sample all of the recipes that will be prepared for a full course meal. Washing, drying and freezing herbs will also be reviewed. Registration is $20/SCHF members and $25/non-members and includes all supplies. This workshop is the first of many in the series of events surrounding the Hobbs Freeman Arts and Nature Festival in 2012. Space is limited and reservations are required. For more information, please contact the SCHF office at 601.631.2997 or email info@southernculture.org.
William Furlong served as executive chef at 208 South Lamar in Oxford, MS. William currently serves as the food and beverage manger at DiamondJacks Casino, Vicksburg. He has become a fabulous addition to the list of SCHF instructors.
Vicksburg Photography Walk-a-Bout presented by Marty Kittrell
photo by Marty Kittrell
Date: Saturday, March 17
Time: 8:00am-11:00am
Admission: $10/SCHF Members and $15/Non-Members
Description: Participants will take a very interesting walk through downtown Vicksburg while using their camera as their eyes. Marty Kittrell will teach the students to “stop looking and start seeing” the unique sites of the area. Participants should wear comfortable shoes, bring their own camera and an open mind. Space is limited and reservations are required. For more information, please contact the SCHF office at 601.631.2997 or email info@southernculture.org. This workshop is part of the many programs and events surrounding the Hobbs Freeman Arts and Nature Celebration.
Time: 8:00am-11:00am
Admission: $10/SCHF Members and $15/Non-Members
Description: Participants will take a very interesting walk through downtown Vicksburg while using their camera as their eyes. Marty Kittrell will teach the students to “stop looking and start seeing” the unique sites of the area. Participants should wear comfortable shoes, bring their own camera and an open mind. Space is limited and reservations are required. For more information, please contact the SCHF office at 601.631.2997 or email info@southernculture.org. This workshop is part of the many programs and events surrounding the Hobbs Freeman Arts and Nature Celebration.
Anyone Can Draw 3-Day Workshop presented by Nancy Mitchell
Date: March 27,29,31, 2012 (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday)
Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm (Tuesday and Thursday) and 10:00am-12:00pm (Saturday)
Admission: $20 SCHF members, $25 non-members (includes all supplies)
Description: The workshop will teach beginners drawing basics through exercises in contour drawing, shading, and conclude with a still life drawing. Registration is $20/SCHF members and $25/non-members and includes all supplies. This workshop is the one of many in the series of events surrounding the Hobbs Freeman Arts and Nature Festival in 2012. Space is limited and reservations are required. For more information, please contact the SCHF office at 601.631.2997 or email info@southernculture.org.
Nancy Mitchell has been teaching art for 33 years. As an educator and artist, she practices a variety of media including basic drawing, batik workshops and charcoal.
Seven-Step Method of Chair Caning presented by Lewis Decell
Date: Wednesdays (May 23, 30, June 6, 13, 20)
Time: 5:30pm-7:00pm
Admission: $50/SCHF Members and $60/Non-Members (supplies provided)
Description: The workshop will teach the students the traditional seven-step method of chair caning. Participants should bring their own chair/stool and scissors/side cutting pliers. Chair must have holes drilled around perimeter of cane area. Space is limited to six students and reservations must be made by May 7. For more information, please contact the SCHF office at 601.631.2997 or email info@southernculture.org.
Time: 5:30pm-7:00pm
Admission: $50/SCHF Members and $60/Non-Members (supplies provided)
Description: The workshop will teach the students the traditional seven-step method of chair caning. Participants should bring their own chair/stool and scissors/side cutting pliers. Chair must have holes drilled around perimeter of cane area. Space is limited to six students and reservations must be made by May 7. For more information, please contact the SCHF office at 601.631.2997 or email info@southernculture.org.
Spirit of the Wood 2-Day Workshop for Kids (ages 10-16) presented by Lesley Silver
Date: June 4-5, 2012 (Monday-Tuesday)
Time: 2:00pm-4:00pm
Admission: FREE (ages 10-16))
Description: The workshop will teach the students to create art through the use of wood and other natural resources. A community will be formed through the different pieces created in the class. Registration is free and is for ages 10-16. This workshop is one of many in the series of events surrounding the Hobbs Freeman Arts and Nature Celebration in 2012. Space is limited and reservations are required. For more information, please contact the SCHF office at 601.631.2997 or email info@southernculture.org.
Lesley Silver is the owner and operator of the Attic Gallery in downtown Vicksburg, MS since 1971. She promotes unique and eclectic art and believes in the artist in all of us.
Time: 2:00pm-4:00pm
Admission: FREE (ages 10-16))
Description: The workshop will teach the students to create art through the use of wood and other natural resources. A community will be formed through the different pieces created in the class. Registration is free and is for ages 10-16. This workshop is one of many in the series of events surrounding the Hobbs Freeman Arts and Nature Celebration in 2012. Space is limited and reservations are required. For more information, please contact the SCHF office at 601.631.2997 or email info@southernculture.org.
Lesley Silver is the owner and operator of the Attic Gallery in downtown Vicksburg, MS since 1971. She promotes unique and eclectic art and believes in the artist in all of us.
"Exploring Art and Nature with the Masters" Workshop presented by Lane Berg
Date: June 4-8 (ages 6-10) and June 11-15 (ages 11-16)
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Admission: $15/per child (includes all supplies)
Description: Students will create two different art projects each day while discovering some of art history's most interesting characters and how nature inspired their greatest masterpieces. They will also explore the natural sciences through art making. The class will be taught by certified art teacher, Lane Berg. This workshop is one of many in the series of events surrounding the Hobbs Freeman Arts and Nature Celebration in 2012. Space is limited and reservations are required. For more information, please contact the SCHF office at 601.631.2997 or email info@southernculture.org.
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Admission: $15/per child (includes all supplies)
Description: Students will create two different art projects each day while discovering some of art history's most interesting characters and how nature inspired their greatest masterpieces. They will also explore the natural sciences through art making. The class will be taught by certified art teacher, Lane Berg. This workshop is one of many in the series of events surrounding the Hobbs Freeman Arts and Nature Celebration in 2012. Space is limited and reservations are required. For more information, please contact the SCHF office at 601.631.2997 or email info@southernculture.org.
"Painting the Forest Floor" Workshop presented by Jean Blue
Date: June 23-24, 2012
Time: Saturday (9am-12pm) and Sunday (1pm-5pm)
Admission: $20/SCHF Members and $25/Non-Members (includes all supplies)
Description: Using bits of nature under foot as inspiration, students will gather leaves, twigs, bark, insect carcasses, lichen, rocks for their project. Celebrated Vicksburg artist, Jean Blue, will assist them in producing a mixed-media painting in liquid acrylic and gel medium using lifting, printing and glazing techniques to create depth and texture. No experience is necessary, just an open mind and a creative spirit. This workshop is one of many in the series of events surrounding the Hobbs Freeman Arts and Nature Celebration. Space is limited and reservations are required. For more information, please contact the SCHF office at 601.631.2997 or email info@southernculture.org.
Time: Saturday (9am-12pm) and Sunday (1pm-5pm)
Admission: $20/SCHF Members and $25/Non-Members (includes all supplies)
Description: Using bits of nature under foot as inspiration, students will gather leaves, twigs, bark, insect carcasses, lichen, rocks for their project. Celebrated Vicksburg artist, Jean Blue, will assist them in producing a mixed-media painting in liquid acrylic and gel medium using lifting, printing and glazing techniques to create depth and texture. No experience is necessary, just an open mind and a creative spirit. This workshop is one of many in the series of events surrounding the Hobbs Freeman Arts and Nature Celebration. Space is limited and reservations are required. For more information, please contact the SCHF office at 601.631.2997 or email info@southernculture.org.
"Southern Garden Floral Design" Workshop presented by Geni Fulcher
Date: July 23 and August 14, 2012
Time: Monday (5:30pm)
Admission: FREE
Description: Join us for an informative & hands on class in learning the basics of floral design and mechanics of design. Bring your own contained & greenery from your yard. You will surprise yourself! This workshop is one of many in the series of events surrounding the Hobbs Freeman Arts and Nature Celebration. Space is limited and reservations are required. For more information, please contact the SCHF office at 601.631.2997 or email info@southernculture.org.
Time: Monday (5:30pm)
Admission: FREE
Description: Join us for an informative & hands on class in learning the basics of floral design and mechanics of design. Bring your own contained & greenery from your yard. You will surprise yourself! This workshop is one of many in the series of events surrounding the Hobbs Freeman Arts and Nature Celebration. Space is limited and reservations are required. For more information, please contact the SCHF office at 601.631.2997 or email info@southernculture.org.
