SOU’WESTER EVENTS!

Discover what’s happening during your next stay or plan a visit around our free live music, workshops, wellness offerings and more!

Nov
13
Sat
Saturday Workshop: BUILDING FURNITURE WITH RECLAIMED MATERIALS with Rose Swartz @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center
Nov 13 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Saturday Workshop: BUILDING FURNITURE WITH RECLAIMED MATERIALS with Rose Swartz @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center

Use hand tools and basic power tools to build a small bench or table out of reclaimed materials. This class embraces reuse and reclamation of wooden pallets and other often discarded objects. Get creative while also practicing conservation. Perfect as an intro to woodworking for those with DIY spirit. Materials fee for this workshop is $25

Register here then follow the link in the registration confirmation to submit payment.

  • Adult/Youth Saturday Workshop (under 12 accompanied by an adult)
  • $50 + materials fee
  • *Scholarships Available
Nov
16
Tue
After-School Workshop: DIY SCREEN PRINTING with Kaitlyn Nelson @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center
Nov 16 @ 3:30 pm – Nov 18 @ 5:30 pm
After-School Workshop: DIY SCREEN PRINTING with Kaitlyn Nelson @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center

DIY screen printing will offer students the skills to make their own graphic screen prints to be applied to textiles such as shirts, sweatshirts and patches. Materials fee for this workshop $25

Register here then follow the link in the registration confirmation to submit payment.

  • Youth After-School Program Ages 7-11
  • T, W, Th 3:30-5:30 with possible transportation from LB Elementary
  • $75/week + materials fee
  • 20% off when you sign up for all After-School Workshops!
  • Sibling discount an additional 10% off.
  • *Scholarships Available
Nov
20
Sat
Saturday Workshop: DIY SCREEN PRINTING with Kaitlyn Nelson @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center
Nov 20 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Saturday Workshop: DIY SCREEN PRINTING with Kaitlyn Nelson @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center

DIY screen printing will offer students the skills to make their own graphic screen prints to be applied to textiles such as shirts, sweatshirts and patches. Materials fee for this workshop is $25

Register here then follow the link in the registration confirmation to submit payment.

  • Adult/Youth Saturday Workshop (under 12 accompanied by an adult)
  • $50 + materials fee
  • *Scholarships Available
Nov
30
Tue
After-School Workshop: COMIC BOOKS AND ZINE MAKING with Kaitlyn Nelson @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center
Nov 30 @ 3:30 pm – Dec 2 @ 5:30 pm
After-School Workshop: COMIC BOOKS AND ZINE MAKING with Kaitlyn Nelson @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center

In this workshop students will learn a variety of drawing techniques specifically for the application in comic book storytelling. Methods of framing, drawing techniques, material exploration and a final product short comic book will be the outcome of the class. Materials fee for this workshop is $10

Register here then follow the link in the registration confirmation to submit payment.

  • Youth After-School Program Ages 7-11
  • T, W, Th 3:30-5:30 with possible transportation from LB Elementary
  • $75/week + materials fee
  • 20% off when you sign up for all After-School Workshops!
  • Sibling discount an additional 10% off.
  • *Scholarships Available
Dec
4
Sat
Saturday Workshop: COMIC BOOKS AND ZINE MAKING with Kaitlyn Nelson @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center
Dec 4 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Saturday Workshop: COMIC BOOKS AND ZINE MAKING with Kaitlyn Nelson @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center

In this workshop students will learn a variety of drawing techniques specifically for the application in comic book storytelling. Methods of framing, drawing techniques, material exploration and a final product short comic book will be the outcome of the class. Materials fee for this workshop is $10.

Register here then follow the link in the registration confirmation to submit payment.

  • Adult/Youth Saturday Workshop (under 12 accompanied by an adult)
  • $50 + materials fee
  • *Scholarships Available
Dec
7
Tue
After-School Workshop: ALTERNATIVE PROCESS PHOTOGRAPHY & PINHOLE CAMERAS with Rose Swartz @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center
Dec 7 @ 3:30 pm – Dec 9 @ 5:30 pm
After-School Workshop: ALTERNATIVE PROCESS PHOTOGRAPHY & PINHOLE CAMERAS with Rose Swartz @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center

In this workshop we will explore alternative processes in photography. Processes include acrylic gel medium transfers, wintergreen oil transfers, and cyanotypes / “sun prints.” We will also make our own pinhole cameras and explore methods of shooting with them. Materials fee for this workshop is $30

Register here then follow the link in the registration confirmation to submit payment.

  • Youth After-School Program Ages 7-11
  • T, W, Th 3:30-5:30 with possible transportation from LB Elementary
  • $75/week + materials fee
  • 20% off when you sign up for all After-School Workshops!
  • Sibling discount an additional 10% off.
  • *Scholarships Available
Dec
11
Sat
Saturday Workshop: ALTERNATIVE PROCESS PHOTOGRAPHY & PINHOLE CAMERAS with Rose Swartz @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center
Dec 11 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Saturday Workshop: ALTERNATIVE PROCESS PHOTOGRAPHY & PINHOLE CAMERAS with Rose Swartz @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center

In this workshop we will explore alternative processes in photography. Processes include acrylic gel medium transfers, wintergreen oil transfers, and cyanotypes / “sun prints.” We will also make our own pinhole cameras and explore methods of shooting with them. Materials fee for this workshop is $30

Register here then follow the link in the registration confirmation to submit payment.

  • Adult/Youth Saturday Workshop (under 12 accompanied by an adult)
  • $50 + materials fee
  • *Scholarships Available
Dec
14
Tue
After-School Workshop: WAVE OF THE FUTURE DRAWING CLUB with Heather McLaughlin @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center
Dec 14 @ 3:30 pm – Dec 16 @ 5:30 pm
After-School Workshop: WAVE OF THE FUTURE DRAWING CLUB with Heather McLaughlin @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center

In this workshop, students will create imagery from observation and memory. Using natural  and found objects and collage, students will start with small drawings that lead into one larger piece. We will explore different materials and processes with a focus on value range, textures, patterns, rhythm, composition, line, realism, abstraction, and fractals. Materials fee for this workshop $10

Register here then follow the link in the registration confirmation to submit payment.

  • Youth After-School Program Ages 7-11
  • T, W, Th 3:30-5:30 with possible transportation from LB Elementary
  • $75/week + materials fee
  • 20% off when you sign up for all After-School Workshops!
  • Sibling discount an additional 10% off.
  • *Scholarships Available
Dec
18
Sat
Saturday Workshop: DRAWING AS SEEING: THE ACCEPTANCE OF CHAOS with Heather McLaughlin @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center
Dec 18 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Saturday Workshop: DRAWING AS SEEING: THE ACCEPTANCE OF CHAOS with Heather McLaughlin @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center

Drawing is a way of seeing, a way of understanding, and an exercise. In this drawing workshop we will focus on plein air (on-sight) observational drawing using the beautiful and chaotic material: sumi ink. We will cover techniques for recording scale, light, patterns and shapes while practicing our understanding and mastery of the sumi ink medium. Materials fee for this workshop is $20

Register here then follow the link in the registration confirmation to submit payment.

  • Adult/Youth Saturday Workshop (under 12 accompanied by an adult)
  • $50 + materials fee
  • *Scholarships Available

 

Johnny Franco: Presented by Sou’wester Arts @ The Sou'wester
Dec 18 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Johnny Franco: Presented by Sou’wester Arts

Johnny Franco is a Brazilian rock n’ roll marauder who now resides in Portland, and who crafts inventive spaghetti western/folk-rock stompers. Armed with propulsive, spindly guitars, Dylanesque vocals, and adventurous vibes, Franco recently signed to label Blanket Fort.

“A sly blender of old-school country & western and modern Americana, “Treated Like Grass” thrives on its rollicking rhythms and catchy, twangy melodies” – Impose Magazine