BreyerHorses.com :: BreyerFest 2008, July 18

Workshops provide you with the tools to learn more about the artistic activities associated with the model horse hobby. All workshops require a fee and are hands-on. There are certain workshops that require prior experience and knowledge. Please be honest and sign up for the appropriate workshop based on your appropriate skill level. Prior experience is required in all intermediate and advanced workshops. All materials are provided and are yours to keep.

We’ve combined some old favorites with a TON of new classes, so be sure to get your application in early to be a part of the action! Reservations accepted with a postmark between March 3, 2008 & June 27, 2008 and are first-come, first-served. If you plan to register for more than one class, you must make a copy of the Workshop Order Form and enclose a separate check for each workshop! Combination checks will not be accepted and will be returned. Classes limited to 15 people each & cost $30 each.

Skill Levels are defined as follows:

Beginner – has never taken a workshop
Intermediate – has taken a similar BreyerFest workshop or has experience in the subject
Advanced – has extensive knowledge of the subject and has taken previous BreyerFest workshops

Friday

English Bridle
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor(s): Carrie Olguin/LeeAnn Masters
Location: USEF Conference Room
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Join Carrie Olguin and LeeAnn Masters, experienced tack makers, as they show you how to create a show-worthy bridle!

Paddock Pals Painting
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor(s): Kathy Couture
Location: USEF Kitchen
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Students will work alongside the instructor as she guides them through this fun kit for painting a small-scale horse model.

Painting: Basics & Beyond
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor(s): Darian Buckles/Bonnie Robb/Kim Harvey
Location: Gallery 1
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
From prepping the body, to adding shading and markings, this is a great way to get started customizing model horses.

Drawing Horses
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor(s): Kristina Lucas Francis
Location: Gallery 2
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
In this class students learn how to shade, block and use horse anatomy together to go beyond the “stick horse figure!”

Model Blanket Kit
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor(s): Kristin Breen
Location: Gallery 3
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
This is a great way to get started making your own accessories for model horses! Students will use the kit to make horse blankets, a halter and lead rope.

Sculpting 101A
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor(s): Sue Sifton
Location: Outdoor Arena
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Learn to sculpt with a pro! Instructor Sue Sifton has sculpted quite a few of the horses in the Breyer line. Students will work outside with a real horse model and learn the basics from armature to final figurine.

Dressage Saddles 1 & 2
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm; 3:00pm
Instructor(s): Carrie Olguin/LeeAnn Masters
Location: USEF Conference Room
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $50
This is a two-part class designed to help students make a beautiful dressage saddle. Students will have a 30 min. break between classes. Total class time is 4 hours.
Class requires an additional $20 fee.

Arabian Halter
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Instructor(s): Jill Floyd
Location: USEF Kitchen
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Work with Jill Floyd and learn how to make your own exotic Arabian halter. Supplies are provided, but you may want to bring along your favorite Arabian model!

Sculpting Manes & Tails
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Instructor(s): Darian Buckles/Bonnie Robb/Kim Harvey
Location: Gallery 1
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
A new mane and tail can give any model a whole new look. Using epoxy, these experienced model horse artists will show you how to give your model a new ’do!

Horse Jewelry Making
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Instructor(s): Darleen Bellan
Location: Gallery 2
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30

Model Horse Tote Bag
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Instructor(s): Jane Tilton
Location: Gallery 3
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Join Jane as she helps you design and paint a unique Breyer-themed tote bag to carry all your models and more!

Sculpting 101B
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Instructor(s): Sue Sifton
Location: Outdoor Arena
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Learn to sculpt with a pro! Instructor Sue Sifton has sculpted quite a few of the horses in the Breyer line. Students will work outside with a real horse model and learn the basics from armature to final figurine.

Pastels
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Instructor(s): Jaime Baker
Location: USEF Kitchen
Skill: Beginner
Age: 10 and up
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Pastels are a great way to layer soft, realistic colors on your model horse and add shading and detail. Learn the techniques for using these chalks including how to make them stay on when you’re through. Pastels workshop will use Classics® scale model.

Fantasy Horse Painting
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Instructor(s): Melanie Teller
Location: Gallery 1
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Students will work alongside an instructor as she guides them through this fun kit for painting a tiny scale horse model with wings. Each student gets their own kit!

Arabian Costume
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Instructor(s): Jennifer Wilson
Location: Gallery 2
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Join JAH –featured artist Jennifer Wilson as she shows you how to create gorgeous Arabian costumes for your horses. Be prepared for her show-winning secrets!

Dream Horse Kit
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Instructor(s): Neena Bickram
Location: Gallery 3
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Students will work alongside an instructor as she guides them through this fun kit for painting a tiny scale horse model with wings. Each student gets their own kit!

Saturday

Western Tack Kit
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor(s): Lisa Bickford
Location: USEF Conference Room
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Join Lisa Bickford as she walks you through Breyer’s newest activity kit – Western Tack Making! Making a western saddle is easy using this step-by-step kit.

Appaloosa Painting
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor(s): Laurie Jo Jensen
Location: USEF Kitchen
Skill: Beginner
Age: 14 and up
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30

Painting: Basics & Beyond
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor(s): Darian Buckles/Bonnie Robb/ Kim Harvey
Location: Gallery 1
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
From prepping the body, to adding shading and markings, this is a great way to get started customizing model horses.

Diorama Making
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor(s): Martina Vannelli
Location: Gallery 2
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Martina Vannelli, whose lifelike dioramas have been used in Breyer catalogs and ads, will explain how to add all those little details to make a realistic set up for your model. Students will make props to take home and use on their own set ups.

Celebration Horse Jewelry Painting
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor(s): Sheryl Leisure
Location: Gallery 3
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Join artist Sheryl Leisure as she guides you through details like eyes and face markings as you create your very own wearable art! Resin pins are sculpted in the likeness of our 2008 Celebration Horse Alborozo by Sheryl.

Sculpting 101C
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor(s): Sue Sifton
Location: Outdoor Arena
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Learn to sculpt with a pro! Instructor Sue Sifton has sculpted quite a few of the horses in the Breyer line. Students will work outside with a real horse model and learn the basics from armature to final figurine.

Western Halter
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Instructor(s): Lisa Bickford
Location: USEF Conference Room
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Making a western style halter is easy once you know the ropes. Bring along your favorite horse to “custom fit” your halter.

Advanced Customizing
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Instructor(s): Tiffany Purdy
Location: USEF Kitchen
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Extreme customizer Tiffany Purdy is armed and dangerous! Even before the workshop begins, Tiffany will work with participants to create a plan and gather materials to turn your model into a custom work of art.

Repairing Models
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Instructor(s): Darian Buckles/Bonnie Robb/Kim Harvey
Location: Gallery 1
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
This hands-on class will walk you through the methods of repairing a broken leg, ear or tail. Class requires use of sculpting epoxy and motor tools.

Etching Horses
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Instructor(s): Lindy Pinkham
Location: Gallery 2
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Have you seen those model horses with realistic hair coats carved into the surface? Here’s your chance to etch your own model horse! Join Lindy as she shows you the secrets of etching. Class uses sharp blades.

Just for Kids! Painting
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Instructor(s): Sheryl Leisure
Location: Gallery 3
Skill: Beginner
Age: 10 and up
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Pick your favorite color! This class is for kids ages 10 and up who want to learn advanced skills for painting their own model horses. Classics model included.

Sculpting 101D
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Instructor(s): Sue Sifton
Location: Outdoor Arena
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Learn to sculpt with a pro! Instructor Sue Sifton has sculpted quite a few of the horses in the Breyer line. Students will work outside with a real horse model and learn the basics from armature to final figurine.

Sunday

Dream Horse Kit
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor(s): Neena Bickram
Location: Gallery 1
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Students will work alongside the instructor as she guides them through this fun kit for painting a model horse and adding a mohair mane and tail. Each student gets his or her own kit including a Breyer Classics scale model horse!

Photography
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor(s): Karen Hoagland
Location: Gallery 2
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Karen Hoagland will have you shooting great pictures of horses in no time! Bring along your camera and learn how to set up shots and take memorable photos!

Scene-Making for Beginners
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor(s): Carmen Robertson
Location: Gallery 3
Skill: Beginner
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Ever wondered how to create a life-like scene to use in photo shows and performance classes? Now is your chance to make anything from an English countryside to a Western town, complete with props!

Pastel Pony
· SOLD OUT ·
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor(s): Jamie Rott
Location: Outdoor Arena
Skill: Beginner
Age: 10 and up
Limit: 15 participants
Fee: $30
Pastels are a great way to layer soft, realistic colors on your model horse and add shading and detail. Learn the techniques for using these chalks including how to make them stay on when you’re through. Pastel Pony uses Stablemates® scale model.

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