by Cory Marie Podielski | Aug 28, 2017 | Folk School, Interview
If turning your vacation to the Folk School into an exploration of travel photography sounds like a dream exploration, be sure to check out our upcoming class Wanderlust: The Art of Travel Photography taught by Elizabeth Larson. Elizabeth has been a professional...
by Cory Marie Podielski | Jul 11, 2017 | Folk School, Interview
The summertime at the Folk School offers two opportunities for people under the age of 18 to take classes at the Folk School: Little/Middle Folk School and Intergenerational Week. For many young people, this is an ongoing tradition, so what happens when you turn 18...
by Cory Marie Podielski | Jun 1, 2017 | Book & Paper Arts, Featured Artists, Folk School, Interview, Printmaking
Next week is a special week for our Book & Paper Arts Program as our brand new beautiful studio opens its doors to students for the very first time. It’s appropriate that the first class is a letterpress printing class considering that printmaking will...
by Cory Marie Podielski | Feb 24, 2017 | Book & Paper Arts, Featured Artists, Folk School, Interview
The intricate paper cuts of Ingrid Lavoie draw you into a fantastic world of whimsy, nature, and storytelling. We are so happy to have Ingrid come to teach her unique craft during Scandinavian Heritage Week, March 19-25. She is a graduate of the Rhode Island School of...
by Cory Marie Podielski | Jan 13, 2017 | Craft, Featured Artists, Folk School, Interview
Tom Patterson has been a hand engraver and metalsmith for more than 50 years. Starting in his father’s shop at age 14, he has been a lifelong student of metals and their manipulation. Currently, Tom continues his studies from his home studio in the mountains of...
by Cory Marie Podielski | Dec 9, 2016 | Cooking, Craft, Featured Artists, Interview, Seasons
The month of December is a special time at the Folk School. Events, parties, food, themed classes, concerts, dances and performances unite the community in the holiday spirit. When the wreaths, garlands, and handcrafted ornaments appear in early December, we know the...
