ARTIST
WORKSHOPS
Our Artist Workshops are designed to inform and inspire both aspiring and professional artists with focused, hands-on practice in the beautiful 110 year-old barn. These small groups become supportive communities that share conversation and progress long after the workshop is done. Prices and seating availability will be based on the individual workshops. Invites will be clear about the skill level needed for each event.
Animal Illustrations with Sarah Nelson
August 3, 2019
2024 WORKSHOPS
INTRO TO SPOKEN WORD
WITH KYLE TRAN MYHRE
SATURDAY JUNE 22, 2024
Pay-What-You-Can ($40, $55, $70)
10:00AM – 3:30PM
Across the globe, the spoken word movement has reignited poetry as a force for artistic expression, critical dialogue, and community-building. As both a form (writing poetry that is meant to be shared aloud) and a deeper cultural practice (tracing its roots back millennia), spoken word creates space for all of us to tell our stories, make our values concrete, and speak up about the issues and ideas that matter to us. In this interactive workshop, Kyle will guide participants through the history and fundamentals of the practice, share some of his favorite writing tools, and facilitate space for some writing, some conversation, and some fun. For those that wish to participate, an open mic will conclude the afternoon.
Kyle Tran Myhre (aka Guante) is a poet and activist whose work explores the relationships between narrative, power, and resistance. He has performed at the United Nations, been featured on a Grammy-winning album, been a member of two National Poetry Slam championship teams, and visited countless colleges, conferences, and festivals, using spoken word and storytelling as doorways into critical dialogue. His most recent book, "Not a Lot of Reasons to Sing, But Enough," is available now via Button Poetry.
DRUM MAKING
WITH WAYNE MANTHEY
SATURDAY AUGUST 24, 2024
13" DRUM = $130 / 16" DRUM = $155
10:00AM – 4:00PM
The healing properties of a drum are found in the elements that make it: wood and animal hide. Making personal frame drums is a journey that is individually and spiritually meaningful. In addition to building your own drum, this workshop involves storytelling and introspection. The drum symbolizes the heartbeat of life and the heartbeat of the community. It is not simply an art form, but a tool for cleansing, centering and focusing one’s intentions for health and happiness.
Wayne will provide all the supplies. Participants will start with a pre-constructed frame, deer hides, and a bucket of walnut stain. After you choose your frame and hides, Wayne will take you through the rest of the drum making process step by step. Enrollment is limited to 12 participants.
Wayne Manthey is a craftsman and teacher of making handmade drums based in Minneapolis. Intrigued by the thought that sound could be created with animal skins, Wayne has been making drums from a variety of hide types for more than 30 years.
KINTSUGI: THE ART OF MENDING
WITH TIFFANY THOMPSON
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 14, 2024
$75
10:00AM – 3:30PM
In today's culture, broken things are usually discarded. Faced with a cracked plate, our natural tendency is to move forward and reach for something new. However, the ancient Japanese art of Kintsugi offers us a different approach. Kintsugi became commonplace in late 15th Century Japan as a way for families to mend broken teaware. Kintsugi embraces imperfection and brokenness as a way to a more beautiful creation. By filing cracks with gold, Kintsugi turns broken objects into stunning reminders of beauty and strength across generations. In this Workshop, participants will learn a contemporary approach to the traditional art of Kintsugi.
TIFFANY THOMPSON is an award-winning songwriter, singer, speaker and community leader. She designs and leads signature offerings, such as Kintsugi workshops, that prepare people for breakthrough moments. Her passion for helping people unlock their full creative potential is contagious.
PREVIOUS WORKSHOPS
FINDING YOUR VOICE
with Barbara McAfee
Saturday, June 17, 2023
“Am I dreaming? A gorgeous place! Lovely hosts! A delicious group of people. Thank you for inviting me to teach here. I feel deeply at home.”
- Barbara McAfee
WOODEN SPOON CARVING
with Tim Dennison
Saturday, July 15, 2023
“What a great day! A big thank you to Chris, Bill and Olivia for being amazing hosts, for providing the incredible space, and for the hospitality. And thanks to all you participants for your engagement, your hard work, and for being such great students. It was SO fun to have the chance to teach such a great group. I hope any sore muscles are on the path to full recovery and that your spoons / spreaders have been proudly welcomed into your homes:) ”
- Tim Dennison
PISANKI EGGS
with John Rajtar
Saturday, August 5, 2023
“Thank you for opening your hearts and hosting this workshop in your warm, welcoming, and delightful farmstead. My heart is full and I'm humbled and grateful. Many blessings to you both.”
- John Rajtar
FORAGING FOR EDIBLE PLANTS
with Chef Alan Bergo
Saturday, June 04, 2022
"Thank you so much for sharing your space and land with us, and bringing a group together for such a great cause and community.”
- Aaron
"One of the best spots for events I've seen. Thanks for being awesome!”
- Chef Alan Bergo
MACRAME WALL HANGINGS
with Katie Haws
Saturday, June 6, 2022
"Thank you so much for allowing me to share macrame in your lovely space.“
- Katie Haws
WATERCOLOR FOR BEGINNERS
with Coco Connolly
Saturday, August 20, 2022
"An adventure filled with joy, learning, laughter, and love.”
- Becky
“Always a gift to spend a day in the barn.“ - Coco Connolly
FORAGED
FLORAL DESIGN
with Ann Mekala
Saturday, June 12, 2021
"What a lovely day learning and growing with beautiful people! Thank you for having me."
- Ann Mekala
"This was so lovely! Thank you for fostering community, creativity and beauty in your space. Can't wait to return!"
- Colleen
"This has been an honor and a joy. The connections I've made with nature and others I will never forget."
- Sam
PLEIN AIR
OIL PAINTING
with Neil Sherman
Saturday, July 18, 2021
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WRITING ABOUT FAMILY:
A LOOK AT THE MEMOIR
with Kao Kalia Yang
Saturday, September 25, 2021
"Wonderful day! Not only helpful writing workshop, but a masterclass in giving constructive feedback."
- Susan
"Thank you so much for a beautiful day and an amazing experience."
- Carol
STAINED GLASS MOSAICS
FOR BEGINNERS
with Kristin Dieng
Saturday, June 15, 2019
"Thank you for having us! It was a lot of fun. I thought Kristin did a great job. She was friendly and helpful. Everwood always provides a cool atmosphere."
- Nancy
"I enjoyed the whole day! This was my first time trying glass mosaic art and I really enjoyed it. Kristin was very helpful. You all do a great job of making everyone feel welcome. Such a beautiful setting, too."
- Nancy
"Thank you for hosting such an awesome event and for introducing us to Kristin's talent! We love how our artwork turned out."
- Mary
ANIMAL
ILLUSTRATION
with Sarah Nelson
August 03, 2019
"I loved being here, drawing and learning from Sarah. Such great hospitality (& chickens)!"
- Deb
"So so great! Sarah was wonderful. The space is beautiful and the class and people were lovely. Thank you for a perfect day!"
- Maggie
"Thank you. Today was heaven and I learned SO much."
- Amy
ZERO WASTE
INDIGO DYING
with Annabella Sardelis
Saturday, September 14, 2019
"You have cultivated a place that is nurturing, welcoming and generous. There is no scarcity here — it exudes abundance. The difference between teaching at an arts non-profit and here is that you are coming from an abundance mindset that is curating an experience that will last a lifetime."
- Annabella Sardelis
"What a peaceful, healing place. I feel so honored to be a part of this day. The art was about the techniques, the nature and beauty, the setting and those around me. It all truly is sacred."
- Tara
"Enchanted by the silence, the scenes. Couldn't have asked for a better place to learn and be."
- Lydia
TAKE YOUR KNITTING
TO THE NEXT LEVEL
with Gretchen Funk
Saturday, September 08, 2018
"Thank you for having us for the wonderful knitting workshop. What an amazing setting and spectular hosts!"
- Gretchen Funk
"Hard not to be inspired in such a beautiful space. Beautiful day! Wonderful teaching! Perfect kick off of fall."
- Katie
INTRO TO THE
POTTERY WHEEL
with Jason Kaping
Saturday, August 25, 2018
"An absolutely solid weekend teaching and enjoying the farm. Hope to come back soon."
- Jason Kaping
"This was my first pottery wheel experience and I loved it! I was more successful than I anticipated. The instruction was wonderful with no stress!. Love the setting here. I would love to do this again."
- Carol
“DEAR DEAR” MASK MAKING
WITH THE FAMILY
with Sandy Spieler
Saturday, June 09, 2018
"Thank you!!! As it turns out, you guys are the quintessential beautiful dears. What a vision. Thanks for sharing your community with us."
- Sandy Spieler
"We had a great time. We love this place!"
- Miles + Diogo
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
& VISUAL STORYTELLING
with Andy Richter & Selma Fernandez Richter
Saturday, October 14, 2017
“Thank you for inviting us to spend the day at the farm. We had a wonderful students and a great experience. We'd love to come back!"
- Andy + Selma
"Thank you for the very informative and fun class in such a beautiful location! This was a great opportunity and I appreciate all the work that went into today."
- Kayleigh
NATURE
SKETCHBOOKS
with Pam Luer
Saturday, September 10, 2017
“Perfect September day @ nature sketchbook workshop — Lovely. Lovely. Lovely. Thank you!”
- Pam Luer
“Amazing time today! I love coming here and getting wrapped up in Everwood.”
- Lulu
BUILDING A LASTING WARDROBE: TAILORING, ALTERATIONS, AND REPAIR
with Kathryn Sterner & Emily Bryngelson
Saturday, July 08, 2017
“Thank you for another unbelievably beautiful weekend at Everwood. I absolutely love being here.”
- Kathryn Sterner
“Thank you so much for hosting us in such a beautiful and inspiring space. It was more than I could have hoped for. Hope to visit again someday.”
- Emily Bryngelson
“What a beautiful day! New friends, learned a lot, I felt the 'I can!' Fantastic creative space. I'm excited to make a new dress from an old. Thank you ladies for the inspiration.”
- Mary
HOLIDAY NATURE
DIY CREATIONS
with Lynn Tanaka
Saturday, October 08, 2016
“Thank you so much for an incredible experience at Everwood Farmstead! I had a great time, and am very thankful for this opportunity. Thank you to you both for the incredible hospitality - great food, great conversation, and a very cozy bed! To be a part of the Everwood Farmstead magic this weekend warmed my heart to the core.”
- Lynn Tanaka
“Thank you so much for a fabulous day of fun, good food and the making of new friends on your beautiful property! We did appreciate the chance to experience it! Thanks again!”
- Nancy
BUILDING STORYTELLERS:
A WORKSHOP FOR YOUNG WRITERS
with Amanda Zieba
Saturday, August 06, 2016
“Thank you so much for hosting me (and the young writers)! It was a perfect day filled with inspiration, fun and incredible talent. Everwood is truly a special place, one I will never forget.”
- Amanda Zieba
THE ART OF
SONGWRITING
with John Mark Nelson
Saturday, July 09, 2016
“What an incredibly beautiful day! I so very much enjoyed leading this thoughtful, engaged group through a discussion on the craft and process of songwriting. All the best wishes, and long live Everwood Farmstead!”
- John Mark Nelson
“Thanks John Mark Nelson! It was a wonderful experience with you and the folks at Everwood. Beautiful place with Beautiful people. I was mentally writing lyrics for my next project as I was pulling away. So fired up!”
- Mark
TELLING
YOUR STORY
with Oklahoma Poet Lareate Dr. Nathan Brown
September 12, 2015
“Spent a magical day at Everwood Farmstead Foundation with a gifted poet/song-writer/storyteller/teacher/artist Nathan Brown. He shared his palette of words and led us back to ourselves. Reminding us to take the time to create our art one word at a time.”
- Jay
“The place that is Everwood is a gift. You guys are generous and forward thinking and I love it!”
- Wade
“What a lovely, inspiring and profoundly joyous way to spend a September day. I’m so glad I came to the writing workshop. Thank you so much!”
- Kris
WATERCOLOR
FOR BEGINNERS
with Coco Connolly
August 01, 2015
“A heartfelt thank you to Chris and Bill at Everwood Farmstead Foundation for giving me the opportunity to teach a class for beginning watercolor artists! Everyone was inspiring! Truly. Fascinating that 10 out the 14 students were absolute beginners. People from the world of finance, lawyers, IT software... goes to show we all have art in us.”
- Coco Connolly
“Many thanks to Bill and Chris for being outstanding hosts! And special thanks to Coco Connolly for sharing her artistic talents with us! Look ma, I can paint!!!”
- Jude