Kinetic Artist Books: Motion, Fold, & Form

July 12, 2026

Schedule: 9am-4pm Sun

Instructor: Sandra Schoen

Registration Deadline: Jun 29

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Description

Explore the playful possibilities of kinetic artist books—structures that move, unfold, and transform. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to create two dynamic book forms: an origami star book that opens into a sculptural shape, and a pop-up accordion book with surprising dimensional elements. Using drawing, watercolor and mixed media, you’ll bring your books to life with personal imagery and ideas. No prior experience is needed—just a curiosity for paper engineering and storytelling. All materials are provided. Leave with two interactive artist books that fold, pop, and delight! Materials fee includes: book board, papers, watercolor supplies, drawing materials, folders, awls, as well as instructional materials

Class size 15

Level Beginner and above

Student Supply List Cutting mat, metal ruler, X-Acto knife

  • Tuition $115
  • Materials Fee $10

Instructor

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Sandra Schoen

Sandra Schoen is a visual artist and art educator based in Madison, Wisconsin. She creates drawings, paintings, and artist books that explore themes of place, memory, and community. Her work has been shown across Wisconsin in both solo and group exhibitions, and is included in the permanent collection of UW Health Eastpark Medical Center. Schoen holds a BFA and an Art Education Certificate from the University of Wisconsin–Madison.…Read More

Sandra Schoen is a visual artist and art educator based in Madison, Wisconsin. She creates drawings, paintings, and artist books that explore themes of place, memory, and community. Her work has been shown across Wisconsin in both solo and group exhibitions, and is included in the permanent collection of UW Health Eastpark Medical Center. Schoen holds a BFA and an Art Education Certificate from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. In addition to her studio practice, she leads community-based art projects focused on social connection, youth voice, and creative placemaking.

Instructor Website

Workshops

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Tunnel Book Workshop: Create a World in Layers

Kinetic Artist Books: Motion, Fold, & Form

Registration Policies & Waiting Lists

Class Confirmation

You will receive a confirmation of your workshop registration via email about a week prior to the class. If you do not have an email address, you will receive a snail-mail confirmation. Please check the online class listing for supplies to bring to class (there will also be a link to the Supply List in your class confirmation). Some supplies may need to be ordered well ahead of time.

Please note that your class registration will not be confirmed without full payment.

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Materials Fees
Many classes have materials fees in addition to the tuition. These are identified in the class listing and are usually paid with the tuition payment; however, in some cases materials fees are paid directly to the instructor at class time (check the class listing).

Cancellation Policy
While we recognize that life intrudes and plans change, in consideration of the time and energy instructors invest in preparing for classes, we must adhere to the following cancellation policies:

Student cancellations

> Cancellations made 30 days or more before the start date of the workshop are eligible for a 75% refund OR a gift certificate in the full amount. The gift certificate can be applied to workshops or lodging one year from the date of cancellation and is transferable.

> Cancellations made 29 days or fewer before the start date of the workshop are not eligible for refunds or gift certificates. We encourage all students to purchase trip insurance, which is available for a reasonable fee.

> Cancellation requests must be made by contacting our office at info@shakeragalley.org or (608) 987-3292.

If you have booked lodging with Shake Rag Alley in conjunction with your class and cancel less than seven days in advance of your reservation, a $50 cancellation fee will apply.

Cancellations by Shake Rag Alley

> If Shake Rag Alley must cancel a class for any reason, you will be notified via email or phone and will be eligible for a full refund or, if you prefer, a transferable gift certificate. You may also consider donating your refund to support our operations or scholarships.

If you have booked lodging with Shake Rag Alley in conjunction with a class canceled by Shake Rag Alley, you may receive a full refund on lodging or gift certificate should you wish to cancel.

Waiting Lists

If a workshop you are interested in is sold out, please fill out this waiting list form. We will contact you if a spot becomes available. The class code requested on the form is the Workshop ID shown at left, beneath the Add to Cart button.