Ginger Hallbeck – Beginning Painting

Project Details by Fiscal Year
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
May 2012
End Date
June 2012
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Renville
Renville
Project Overview
Watercolor painting classes for participants of all abilities, taught by local artist and teacher. Students are able to learn about watercolor painting, mixing colors, techniques used on the canvas, and to produce a painting.
Project Details
Date(s) of Program: Six (6) programs were held at Olivia Public Library, May 17, 22, 29, 31 and June 7 & 12, 2012 -- A series of classes. Total Attendance: 10
Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2011 Chapter 6, Article 4, Subdivision 4
Direct expenses
$0
Administration costs
$0
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

To learn techniques and develop skills in watercolor painting, and to apply the knowledge to producing paintings.

Measurable Outcome(s)

Total Evaluations completed: 8. The question How would you rate the program? was asked. Answers were chosen from a rating scale containing the words "Great, Very Good, Average, Below Average and Poor." The results were: Great: 8 Very Good: 1. Patrons considered the program to be 100% positive. The question Would you attend another program of this kind if it were offered? was asked. The results were: Yes: 8 No: 0 Maybe: 0 / Patrons unanimously agreed they would attend another program. The question What did you enjoy most about this program? was asked. Responses included: "Large space for the classroom and provided art supplies and examples. The color study of limited paint palette. Proving many colors can be created with a limited palette." "The ease of learning from Ginger. The relaxed atmosphere. The positive reinforcement or encouragement." "The opportunity for instruction and guidance in my painting, and the opportunity to pain with others." The question What did you learn from attending this program? was asked. Responses included: "Making many colors out of few, negative painting." "How to paint the background first. How to prevent colors from running. How to remove a color. How to blend colors to create other colors. How to create a natural look by letting the paint mix together." "Many different techniques that can be applied on a watercolor painting. The type of painting will vary depending on the subject and method of color & technique applied." The request Please let us know what you think about this program was stated. The responses included: "This is an exceptional program for both beginner and skilled artists." "This has been very helpful in developing my painting skills!" "This program is great. It introduces people to all kinds of ways to express themselves."

Source of Additional Funds

Pioneerland Library System and Olivia Public Library. Partner Organization Contribution/Role in the Program: Olivia Public Library arranged for the program, advertised through posters and provided the space for the classes.

Project Manager
First Name
Mark
Last Name
Ranum
Organization Name
Pioneerland Library System
Street Address
410 5th St. SW, P.O. Box 327
City
Willmar
State
MN
Zip Code
56201
Phone
(320)235-6106 x28
Email
markr@pioneerland.lib.mn.us
Administered By
Administered by
Location

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200