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2007 Training Camps

Scroll down to learn about Training Camps and why YOU should join us!

Training Camp class time 9am-3:30pm

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Table Runner/Purse and
Spring Cookie Painting Training Camp

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3rd Session Training Camp
will have a High-Def Paint Project

SO DON'T MISS IT!
pictures coming SOON!

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Click HERE for a printer friendly registration form

GENERAL CLASS INFO:

NOTE: This is a Teacher Training Class and NOT just a painting class. You will be given LOTs of information relating to teaching, holding classes, using products and tools for classes so bring your notebook for lots of note taking and expect a portion of class will be lecture.

Even though this geared towards teachers it is not just for intermediate or advanced painters. ANY OS Painter can benefit from a Training Camp because there is so much to learn.

Click HERE for detailed Training Camp Information, Registration/
Payment Instructions and Forms
by registering for the class you agree to have read the detailed Training Camp information and supply list and refund policy.

Don't wait to sign up for a Training Camp because you think it might cancel. I promise you if you don't sign up-- it WILL cancel. If a camp is cancelled by a Trainer
100% of any fees paid will be transferred OR returned per the attendee's choice so sign up NOW!

Here are some ?s that might help you. Go to website to find additional ?s and answers.

1. What do I need to bring to the Training Camp class?
Projects & paint are provided so the usual needed to bring are: water container, brushes and it is a good idea to have a sketch and note pads. See the Registration Info page above for a specific list.

2. What will the Training Camp do for me?
The Training Camp is designed for OSCIs, One Stroke teacher or those who want to be a One Stroke Teacher..and is set up for you to be able to have your samples painted, and with the tools, student ready instructions and extra teaching skills you will get at the Training Camp –you can turn around and teach it to your students right away. If you want more info on becoming certified click here.

3. Is this for teachers only- if I am an OSCI but don’t teach can I still come?
While the goal of the Training Camp is to give OSCI teachers the tools to be able to turn and teach it to their students right away, it would still be a great learning experience for anyone and might just inspire you to set up a class or two. Training Camp will teach new surfaces, techniques, products and design and that will be valuable to any one currently teaching or not --and remember, when you share what you know with one person…. That makes you a teacher.

4. I am a beginner OS Painter. Do you have to be a great painter to come to a Training Camp?
Any level of painter can benefit from a Training Camp. Because there is some information, technique and teaching tips offered, each attendee can learn things that will help them be better painters and learn new skills. All of us are teachers so get out there and share our talents with others.

5. When you there be a Training Camp in my area again
We plan to reach different areas of the country each quarter with new and innovative Training Camps. Keep in mind, “areas” could be defined by a number of states so if you have one that is within driving distance, it might or might not be in that same place again. Locations will move even within an area to give everyone the opportunity to have it nearer to them. Take advantage of the Training Camp you can get to. If people do not come, then we cannot have them in those places in the future. You determine where the Training Camp will continue.

6. What can I learn about teaching?
There are basic teaching concepts that will help any teacher to better understand the learning process for their students. Our goal is to share with attendees, Dewberry Designs many years of teaching experiences through the National Trainers. As a teacher you will be able to share with the other attendees, your teaching tips and successes and get new ones to take home to start using.

7. Will I get to have hands on painting or does the Training Camp consist mainly of instruction?
Both- As an OSCI, knowledge and practice of basic One Stroke skills will be expected. This is a full curriculum and you will literally paint till you drop just like a regular certification and the course is designed to give you more hands on than verbal instruction. But the verbal instruction sections will also be jam packed as we explore being the BEST teacher you can be. So be prepared to go home dragging your “bucket”, full to overflowing and plan on being very tired but hopefully very happily tired.

WANT a Training Camp in your area?

If you gather 20-30 attendees and can find a classroom, email me and we can set up a date for a camp.

Guidelines for having a Training Camp in your area include finding a location in an area that will support 30-50 attendees.
The location MUST have the following:
1.     Be in a location where there are enough OSCIs, OS Teachers or OS
        Painters that can support an event. (if there are only 3 OSCIs,
        in a whole state, that might not be a good place to set one up.)
2.     Be located near enough to an airport that the teacher and other
        attendees can easily get to it.
3.     Be near hotel and restaurants.
4.     Has a classroom large enough to fit 30-50 students comfortably.
        a. 2 students per 6 foot table or 3 students per 8 foot table.
        b. Class room set up will allow all attendees to have a clear view of
        and hear the teacher.
5.     Classroom cost be within budget (email Julie for specific info.)
6.     A local church makes a GREAT classroom. Churches do not like to rent
       to outsiders so if you have or know of someone with church facilities,
       that is a great place to start.

Click HERE to email Julie if you have a location near you for a Training Camp.

if you have any other ?s,
please feel free to email me by clicking here.
My office & fax number is 360 893 6916 and my cell number is 253 232 0787.
Please note: email is the best way of communication- I am so busy teaching, preparing, designing and painting that I am not in the office to answer the phone and messages most likely WILL NOT get returned right away. So feel free to call back but remember, emails are the better choice.