Courses and workshops
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The following workshops are planned DV for January to May 2021
You are invited to explore the multi-faceted world of lettering, calligraphy, painting or drawing
in a workshop while at the same time taking a deep breath of Karoo air under star studded
skies at night and art walks next to a stream in an old poplar wood during breaks
The courses are on average two days long.
The special student accommodation packages are for a 3 night stay. The following workshops
are scheduled for January to May and the accommodation options appear below
To book for any of the courses ,kindly e-mail heleen@letterhuis.co.za or sms 0833255757
I will then forward you the banking details A 50% deposit serves as registration
WORKSHOPS Jan- May 2021
Handwritten 31 January & 1 February
Creative Collective 26-28 February
Creative retreat 21 & 22 March
A Record and a Song: Water colour (24-26/4) & brush lettering (26-28/4) workshop
Botanical Drawing with Coloured Pencils 8 & 9 May
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS AND DETAILS
Handwritten
DV 31 January & 1 February
Using original documents that were handwritten at least two centuries ago as inspiration,
we will create our own handwritten documentation of a variety of experiences and perceptions
This workshop should appeal to all who wish to develop a calligraphic handwriting or like
to experiment with the rhythm of writing
Cost: (excludes accommodation)
R1500 (Course, teas and light lunch fee)
Venue:
'Manna', die Letterhuis' new studio, Aswater farm, Prince Albert
Times:
09:00-16:00
For students staying on the farm: Arrive any time after lunch on Saturday
(and enjoy the art walks and all the farm has to offer), depart Tuesday
Creative Collective
DV 26-28 February
Fully booked
Creative retreat
DV 21 & 22 March
Sometimes life happens so fast that we struggle hearing God...
In this 2 day creative retreat we will become still, take photos of the beauty God has blessed us with,
translate them into graphic images, introduce colour, learn to translate the invisible into visible images,
‘listen’ with our eyes, and record our responses to Holy Spirit's revelations This workshop is not only for artists-it is
for anyone who would love to draw nearer to God. It will be a time of enjoying God’s rest in a non-threatening,
creative way- to visually respond to His character as reflected in the various art installations
Cost: (excludes accommodation)
R1500 (Course, teas and light lunch fee)
Venue:
'Manna', die Letterhuis' new studio, Aswater farm, Prince Albert
Times:
Arrive any time after lunch on Saturday, depart Tuesday
A Record and a Song : 24-26 April
Water colour (24-25/4) & brush lettering (26-27/4) workshop
Can be done separately or as one workshop
Willie Schlechter & Heleen de Haas
Even though this workshop is a follow-up from the previous workshop held in October, new comers
will be welcome. No previous experience in botanical painting is necessary. Participants will be
guided through various stages of drawing and water colour painting in order to achieve a fairly
accurate drawing of a plant/fruit
Cost: Two day water colour painting workshop
R1660 and includes materials and a light lunch but
excludes accommodation and brush (No 4 pointed brush)
Those attending the brush workshop will integrate words with their painting by responding
to their painting (or a copy there of) with their dancing brush
The brush workshop is for all who enjoy the spontaneous. By the end of the workshop you would have
acquired the makings of an alphabet designed by yourself and learnt how to integrate words with your
painting
Pointed brush lettering
Cost: R1630 and includes a light lunch & a brush pen but excludes paper and accommodation
Venue:
'Manna', die Letterhuis' new studio, Aswater farm, Prince Albert
Times:
Watercolour 09h30 Sat 24/4 - 16h00 Sun 25/4
Pointed Brush lettering 09h30 Mon 26/4-16h00 Tuesday 27/4
Botanical Drawing with Coloured Pencils (Sally Arnold)
DV 8 & 9 May
The course is suitable for beginners but will also accommodate more experienced participants.
I’ll be showing you how to observe a flower, fruit or vegetable of your choice and optimally set
it down on paper for further coloured pencil work.
My intention is to make the workshop a fun and interesting experience, while demonstrating
technical tricks and tips towards giving your drawing a wow factor.
Cost:
R1900 tuition fee for the two day workshop
A material list will be sent to participants
Min 6 participants to commence
To book course, kindly contact Sally sallyparnold@me.com or on 0827105909
To book accommodation please contact Heleen heleen@letterhuis.co.za or on 0833255757
Venue:
'Manna', die Letterhuis' new studio, Aswater farm, Prince Albert
Times:
09:00-13;00 & 14:00-17:30
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Student Accommodation Rates (excluding course fee)
Students are welcome to stay on the farm or make use of other stays in the area
To book accommodation please contact Heleen heleen@letterhuis.co.za or on 0833255757
2x Self-catering accommodation options (Provide own breakfasts and suppers):
A R300 per person per night sharing
B R400 per person per night not sharing
4x Catered accommodation options
(Self-help light breakfast x3, supper x3 & 3 night stay)
C Sharing and en-suite bathroom (In newly built Punta, a Capo or farmhouse’s guest room) R1 500
D Not sharing and en-suite bathroom R2 100 (In newly built Punta, a Capo or farmhouse’s guest room)
E Not sharing room, but shared bathroom R1 800 (Dam or stoepkamer in farm house)
F Sharing room and bathroom R1350 (Dam or stoepkamer in farm house)
Resident Calligrapher and Letter Artist
Heleen de Haas
Heleen is a South African calligrapher , letter- and conceptual artist and teacher
Her work has been published internationally and has been exhibited both internationally and nationally.
Apart from being passionate about teaching (traditional, contemporary and experimental styles of calligraphy), lettering design and collaborating with other artists, she loves taking calligraphy off book pages and out of frames into everyday life
Her special field of interest is making the invisible visible: using lines to convey meaning, creating work with soul and presenting retreat-like workshops to awaken creativity
Visitors to the area are most welcome to come and stay in the various self catering or camping accommodation options or visit the studio, view the original calligraphic art by international calligraphers, have a look at Die Letterhuis (which is an installation in its own right), do the prayer walk and the Word labyrinth, walk the hand carved stone route or view the land art installations along the river in the Poplar wood. On the farm is also the tiniest of tiny galleries with ceramic and calligraphic work on display as well as a uniquely designed Word Labyrinth
Follow Heleen on instagram : heleen_de_haas
Below: Freestyle embroidery by Elske Maxwell
