Sunday, June 16 . Watercolor Workshop with Roy Superior, 10am-6pm.



Watercolor painting enjoys a very long tradition in the history of art. Once considered a medium “secondary” to oil painting, watercolor has re-emerged as a medium of great immediacy, portability, sensitivity, delicacy and unique poetry. All methods and techniques from wet-on-wet to dry brush will be explored with an emphasis on the eternal artists’ issues of composition, color, shape and form, etc. There is no more direct method than watercolor for an artist to express his/her responses to the world around them with freedom, spontaneity and a flying brush!
The workshop will begin with at 10AM with a slide lecture “A Brief History of Watercolor.” That will be followed by a discussion of materials: brushes, paper, pigments, pallets and then a demonstration of various techniques: wet on wet, dry-brush, etc. and preparatory methods of composition and structure.
The workshop will be limited to 15 students with both beginning to advanced experience so that the instructor can provide the maximum of individual attention.  All instruction and critiques will be given in cognition of each individual’s own level of development.
Meet in lobby.
The fee for the day will be $85. Please reserve a spot early by emailing the artist at rsuperior@comcast.net.
Fee does not include materials. When registering a materials list will be provided.

Roy Superior has been an Art Professor for almost five decades, having taught at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, Hampshire College, Hartford Art School of the University of Hartford and many other institutions of higher education.

Sunday, June 16: Yoga with Rachael Plaine, 4:30-5:30pm.



Stretch and strengthen your body while quieting your mind and nourishing your spirit on the highest mountain in Massachusetts. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views as you surround yourself with nature and become one with the beautiful Berkshires in this all-level yoga class 3,491 feet in the sky!
All ages and levels welcome, $10 per class.
For more information and to register contact Rachael Plaine 413.822.2034 - rmplaine@hotmail.com - www.BerkshirePureMovement.com
Every 3rd Sunday in June, July, August & September Rachael will be offering yoga classes.

 with Timothy Little

Moonlit vistas await you in this four and a half hour workshop devoted to shooting Mt. Greylock’s iconic summit after sunset. Night photographer and author Timothy Little will teach you the tips, tricks and skills to begin your journey into low light and night photography. Learn to shoot using only the light of the full moon, ambient light or flashlights and see familiar places in new ways.

Attendees need only have a basic understanding of their camera’s manual settings and are asked to arrive with a digital SLR camera, a tripod and a manual release cable (for creating long exposures.
The group meets inside Bascom Lodge about 90 minutes prior to nautical twilight for a slideshow and discussion and then heads out on to the summit to begin shooting as the moon rises behind the War Memorial.
All attendees will receive a free copy of Timothy’s ebook “Summit Nights – Mt. Greylock After Dark” and a matted print from his portfolio of photography featuring the summit as a momento of the journey.

Workshop cost is $85 and is limited to just 12 participants. 
Meet in lobby at 7:30pm.

 

In this workshop we will explore traditional methods of drawing with pastels, using Mount Greylock as our inspiration. We will discuss color, composition and various techniques associated with pastels.  In the morning, we will meet at the summit to draw a glorious view from the front porch of Bascom Lodge.  We will break for lunch, and move to a new destination for more drawing. Beginning and advanced artists welcome!
Meet in lobby.
Cost: $90, includes materials fee for specialty pastel paper

Supplies you will need to bring: a set of soft pastels and a firm, lightweight board to support your drawing paper. Masonite drawing boards are available at art stores. We will be working on 9” x 12” paper, so the board should be at least that size.  Dress appropriately for the weather and bring water.
For more information and to register email Valerie at: carriganv@aol.com
Valerie's work can be viewed at valeriecarrigan.com

Experience West African, Cuban and Haitian drum rhythms and songs that honor the natural world led by naturalist and cultural educator Aimee Gelinas M.Ed, founder and director of Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center.  
Drums provided. 
 $5 for children/$10 for adults. 
Email aimee@gaiaroots.com to register.
Stay for dinner afterwards at the Bascom lodge-visit www.bascomlodge.net for info.
Ongoing drum classes in Pittsfield on Mondays, visit www.tamarackhollow.com for class info.

Sunday, July 21,   West African Drum & Doundoun Dance Workshop .


Presented by Marafanyi

Sunday, July 21: Yoga with Rachael Plaine, 4:30-5:30pm.



Stretch and strengthen your body while quieting your mind and nourishing your spirit on the highest mountain in Massachusetts. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views as you surround yourself with nature and become one with the beautiful Berkshires in this all-level yoga class 3,491 feet in the sky!
All ages and levels welcome, $10 per class.
For more information and to register contact Rachael Plaine 413.822.2034 - rmplaine@hotmail.com - www.BerkshirePureMovement.com

Moonlit vistas await you in this four and a half hour workshop devoted to shooting Mt. Greylock’s iconic summit after sunset. Night photographer and author Timothy Little will teach you the tips, tricks and skills to begin your journey into low light and night photography. Learn to shoot using only the light of the full moon, ambient light or flashlights and see familiar places in new ways.

Attendees need only have a basic understanding of their camera’s manual settings and are asked to arrive with a digital SLR camera, a tripod and a manual release cable (for creating long exposures.
The group meets inside Bascom Lodge about 90 minutes prior to nautical twilight for a slideshow and discussion and then heads out on to the summit to begin shooting as the moon rises behind the War Memorial.
All attendees will receive a free copy of Timothy’s ebook “Summit Nights – Mt. Greylock After Dark” and a matted print from his portfolio of photography featuring the summit as a momento of the journey.

Workshop cost is $85 and is limited to just 12 participants. 
Meet in lobby at 7:30pm

For registration and more details visit: www.capenightphotography.com/ workshops

Or email: tim@capenightphotography.com

Firtell




We meet at Bascom Lodge, atop beautiful Mt Greylock to draw from nature. 
Learn some basic drawing techniques through simple exercises and the use of a variety of materials. 
A discussion and presentation will explore the possibilities of transferring you own artwork through collage, to multiple surfaces..including art work, decorative flower pots, boxes, light switches and jewelry.
Materials:  Bring your own paper, pencil(s), brushes, water color, pastel, etc…a limited supply of materials will be available for you to experiment with.
12:30pm-4:30pm, outdoors & on porch. Cost: $30.00
For images of Diane's work: www.dianefirtell.com

To register, email: Alchemy.Initiative@gmail.com

Yoga with Rachael Plaine, 4:30-5:30pm.



Stretch and strengthen your body while quieting your mind and nourishing your spirit on the highest mountain in Massachusetts. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views as you surround yourself with nature and become one with the beautiful Berkshires in this all-level yoga class 3,491 feet in the sky!
All ages and levels welcome, $10 per class.
For more information and to register contact Rachael Plaine 413.822.2034 - rmplaine@hotmail.com - www.BerkshirePureMovement.com
Every 3rd Sunday in June, July & August, September Rachael will be offering yoga classes.

Sunday, August 25: Alchemy Initiative presents: Photography Workshop
with Bill Wright

This course is designed to build a relationship between you and the metal, plastic, and glass contraption that taunts you every time you pick it up.Seriously, most people are either frustrated or intimidated by their digital cameras, in fact they shouldn't be. Operating the camera is really pretty simple, once you understand the foundations of photography and light.

During this workshop I will do a quick lesson on the fundamentals of exposure, which is one of the critical factors in taking great pictures. We will spend time talking about how to expose properly in any given situation. We work & talk about how to use your cameras in the Manual Mode.

We will also talk about the various elements, or "rules" of composition. How to avoid common mistakes and how to set you on your own course of discovery by introducing new ideas in composition, helping you "see" your shot before you take it.
For images of Bill's photography: www.williamwrightphotography.com
8:30AM - 2:00PM. Cost $65.00

To register email: Alchemy.Initiative@gmail.com




September

Sunday, September 1 & 2: African Masters Weekend hosted by Marafanyi.

Sunday, September 15: Yoga with Rachael Plaine, 4:30-5:30pm.



Stretch and strengthen your body while quieting your mind and nourishing your spirit on the highest mountain in Massachusetts. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views as you surround yourself with nature and become one with the beautiful Berkshires in this all-level yoga class 3,491 feet in the sky!
All ages and levels welcome, $10 per class.
For more information and to register contact Rachael Plaine 413.822.2034 - rmplaine@hotmail.com - www.BerkshirePureMovement.com