Thank you so much for visiting Catch the Artbug! It is my sincere
pleasure to say hello and welcome you! This four-roomed studio is a
lively, vibrant working and learning space in an old farmhouse in
Manchester, Maine! Artists of all ages and all levels are encouraged and
make work here.
Soap Carving, Watercolor,
Hand-building with Clay, pastel, paper mache, moldmaking - - - there is
so much to do and explore. Join us for an after-school art class for
kids, Wednesday watercolor group and come after the work day to our
Thursday evening Open Studio. Please take a look at our fall schedule
and see what might work for you and yours - - - and feel free to reach
out with any questions and if you'd like to schedule a studio visit.
Email helene@helenefarrar.com Call 485-5691 and speak to Helene (rhymes
with Maine, sounds like HAH-lane).
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| Table View from a Workshop in Encaustics = beeswax paint |
My name is Helene and I am the artist-in-residence
here. Its hard to believe that I have been an Art Educator for over
twenty years and I am STILL deeply passionate about art, teaching art
with positivity, and working with my students individually. My formal
training as an artist and art educator began at the University of Maine,
but I also attended graduate school in Vermont at Goddard College where
I received my Master of Fine Arts. My earliest learnings as an artist
were from my extended family of artists, designers and engineers. In
particular, it was my Mom who was both an artist, art educator and
active community member who really pushed me and sometimes even lead my
hand to be the enthusiastic instructor I am. And I really couldn't have
"pulled this all off" without her encouragement:) Regarding my teaching
experience, I have been fortunate to have a very rich and varied resume.
More information about me at
www.helenefarrar.com
Let's connect soon!
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| Helene in front of two encaustic paintings exhibited at the Saco Museum. |
