Fridays, May 16-June 13, 6:00-8:00pm

Catamount Arts Center, 115 Eastern Avenue, St. Johnsbury

Instructor: Sarah Spletzer

In this workshop series, students will create their own installation or performance for a specific space! We are going to experiment with elements such as time, light, sound, movement, environment, costume, props and words. Learn a bit about the history of installation and performance art and get to know more about a number of international artists in the field.

Musicians, poets, actors and dancers encouraged! This workshop can function as inspiration, encouragement and enhancement for people that are already involved with or want to get ready to dance, play live music, or do public speaking.

Class fee: $130, materials included (10% discount for Catamount Arts members).

Registration deadline: May 14.

When Sarah Spletzer started her business, movementum, in 2015, she was inspired to give it a three word motto: Dance-Create-Share, as those are her three favorite things to do in this world. She has a special interest in the area where creating meets healing, where creating means not only learning a new skill but learning something new about yourself. After completing a BA in Fine Arts in 2009, she completed training as a Professional Artist in the Classroom and as a dance therapist. In Germany, the Netherlands, and the US, Sarah has facilitated creative classes and workshops for all ages, led public art projects, provided education programming at the National Museum of Fine Arts in the Netherlands, and  helped organize the Weaving Well Being Festival in Vermont. She is a member of the Cabot Artisans Gallery. 

Fridays, May 16-June 13, 6:00-8:00pm

Catamount Arts Center, 115 Eastern Avenue, St. Johnsbury

Instructor: Sarah Spletzer

In this workshop series, students will create their own installation or performance for a specific space! We are going to experiment with elements such as time, light, sound, movement, environment, costume, props and words. Learn a bit about the history of installation and performance art and get to know more about a number of international artists in the field.

Musicians, poets, actors and dancers encouraged! This workshop can function as inspiration, encouragement and enhancement for people that are already involved with or want to get ready to dance, play live music, or do public speaking.

Class fee: $117, materials included (10% discount for Catamount Arts members).

Registration deadline: May 14.

When Sarah Spletzer started her business, movementum, in 2015, she was inspired to give it a three word motto: Dance-Create-Share, as those are her three favorite things to do in this world. She has a special interest in the area where creating meets healing, where creating means not only learning a new skill but learning something new about yourself. After completing a BA in Fine Arts in 2009, she completed training as a Professional Artist in the Classroom and as a dance therapist. In Germany, the Netherlands, and the US, Sarah has facilitated creative classes and workshops for all ages, led public art projects, provided education programming at the National Museum of Fine Arts in the Netherlands, and  helped organize the Weaving Well Being Festival in Vermont. She is a member of the Cabot Artisans Gallery. 

VIRTUAL - Tuesday, May 20, 2025 from 6-8pm 

FREE of charge

Workshop Description: Ready to create a dynamic and engaging art center that fosters children's creativity and independent exploration? Early childhood educators will learn practical strategies for setting up an art space that encourages open-ended art experiences, using affordable and easily accessible materials. We will cover essential topics including creating a welcoming environment, selecting appropriate materials, setting up art invitations that support young children, and how to manage materials. Participants can earn professional development credit from Northern Lights.

Learning Objectives:

Participants will learn how to design and organize an art center that promotes open-ended art experiences, including selecting and arranging materials in a way that encourages experimentation and creativity among young children.

Participants will explore ideas for setting up art invitations that stimulate children's imagination and foster independent exploration, while ensuring the art center remains easy to maintain and accessible to all learners.

Tuesday, June 17. 12:30-3:30pm

Catamount Arts Center, 115 Eastern Avenue, St. Johnsbury

Hosted by teaching artist Margaret Wiseheart

This four day workshop series offers an opportunity for all levels and ages (16+) of artists to learn by practicing from direct observation, and will include floral arrangements, still lifes, the figure, and a final session to bring it all together in a 3 hour open studio. Sessions will include assistance, support, and suggestions for creating vibrant and masterful alla prima studies that can then be composed into one unique and original artwork.

Tuesday, June 17 - Floral Arrangements We’ll have a table with several fresh flower arrangements and drapery. Begin with drawing and/or painting one or all of the set-ups in your choice of media.

Registration deadline: June 16

Fees: $30/session (10% discount for Catamount Arts members and high school students). Space is limited to 10 students each day, so advance registration is highly encouraged. Registration ends 24 hours before each session. If there is room, we will accept drop-ins - $35 at the door.

Materials: Students are welcome to bring whatever materials they would like to use: paints, drawing materials. A list of suggested materials will be provided to all who register. We will provide easels, and will have some materials available if someone forgets something. If an artist does not have materials to bring, there will be an extra charge of $10 for drawing supplies and $15 for painting supplies.

Wednesday, June 18, 12:30-3:30pm

Catamount Arts Center, 115 Eastern Avenue, St. Johnsbury

Hosted by teaching artist Margaret Wiseheart

This four day workshop series offers an opportunity for all levels and ages (16+) of artists to learn by practicing from direct observation, and will include floral arrangements, still lifes, the figure, and a final session to bring it all together in a 3 hour open studio. Sessions will include assistance, support, and suggestions for creating vibrant and masterful alla prima studies that can then be composed into one unique and original artwork.

Wednesday, June 18 - Still Life Set-upsThere will be a table with fruit, glassware, and various containers and other objects. Observe and record light effects on shapes and form in your choice of media.

Registration deadline: June 17

Fees: $30/session (10% discount for Catamount Arts members and high school students). Space is limited to 10 students each day, so advance registration is highly encouraged. Registration ends 24 hours before each session. If there is room, we will accept drop-ins - $35 at the door.

Materials: Students are welcome to bring whatever materials they would like to use: paints, drawing materials. A list of suggested materials will be provided to all who register. We will provide easels, and will have some materials available if someone forgets something. If an artist does not have materials to bring, there will be an extra charge of $10 for drawing supplies and $15 for painting supplies.

Thursday, June 19, 12:30-3:30pm

Catamount Arts Center, 115 Eastern Avenue, St. Johnsbury

Hosted by teaching artist Margaret Wiseheart

This four day workshop series offers an opportunity for all levels and ages (16+) of artists to learn by practicing from direct observation, and will include floral arrangements, still lifes, the figure, and a final session to bring it all together in a 3 hour open studio. Sessions will include assistance, support, and suggestions for creating vibrant and masterful alla prima studies that can then be composed into one unique and original artwork.

Thursday, June 19 - Figurative StudyA live model will pose - several short poses and one longer pose, so that all artists can have multiple attempts at capturing the form from a variety of angles, in any medium.

Registration deadline: June 18

Fees: $30/session (10% discount for Catamount Arts members and high school students). Space is limited to 10 students each day, so advance registration is highly encouraged. Registration ends 24 hours before each session. If there is room, we will accept drop-ins - $35 at the door.

Materials: Students are welcome to bring whatever materials they would like to use: paints, drawing materials. A list of suggested materials will be provided to all who register. We will provide easels, and will have some materials available if someone forgets something. If an artist does not have materials to bring, there will be an extra charge of $10 for drawing supplies and $15 for painting supplies.

Friday, June 20, 12:30-3:30pm

Catamount Arts Center, 115 Eastern Avenue, St. Johnsbury

Hosted by teaching artist Margaret Wiseheart

This four day workshop series offers an opportunity for all levels and ages (16+) of artists to learn by practicing from direct observation, and will include floral arrangements, still lifes, the figure, and a final session to bring it all together in a 3 hour open studio. Sessions will include assistance, support, and suggestions for creating vibrant and masterful alla prima studies that can then be composed into one unique and original artwork.

Friday, June 20 - Open StudioArtists will bring their work and materials to continue artwork development in the studio setting with critique and suggestions.

Registration deadline: June 19

Fees: $30/session (10% discount for Catamount Arts members and high school students). Space is limited to 10 students each day, so advance registration is highly encouraged. Registration ends 24 hours before each session. If there is room, we will accept drop-ins - $35 at the door.

Materials: Students are welcome to bring whatever materials they would like to use: paints, drawing materials. A list of suggested materials will be provided to all who register. We will provide easels, and will have some materials available if someone forgets something. If an artist does not have materials to bring, there will be an extra charge of $10 for drawing supplies and $15 for painting supplies.