Join us this week as we take a journey to Brazil, the largest country located in the southern hemisphere. We will learn about and take inspiration from the indigenous artists of the Amazon, the radical modernist movement as it unfolded in Sao Paulo in the 1920's, and the influence of Rio de Janeiro's carnival just to name a few!
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The Art of the Andes: June 25th-28th
This week we will be exploring the artists and rich artistic traditions of the nations of the Andean Region including Peru, Ecuador, and Bolivia. We will meet Pachamama and Pachapapa, learn the meaning of ayni, a living Andean philosophy of reciprocity, and be inspired by the bright colors of the textile arts that adorn the people and animals of the mountains. Join us!
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The Art of the Southern Cone: July 9th-12th
In this week of art camp we will have fun creating artworks inspired by the artists and artistic traditions of Chile, Argentina, and Uruguay. From the mysterious cave paintings of Patagonia to the street art of Santiago, Chile, the artworks of the Southern Cone will be our guide for creative exploration and fun!
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The Art of Southern Africa: July 16th-19th
The final week of our summer camp season will be an exciting investigation into the artistic traditions of the people and nations of Southern Africa. Our inspirations will range from the ancient San rock art of southern Africa to Malangatana of Mozambique, from the amazing mixed media works of Simphiwe Ndzube in Cape Town, South Africa to the colorful art markets of Swaziland. We will be sure to soak up all these rich and varied influences as our camp season comes to a close!
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Introduction to Lapidary - Art Partner
Have you ever wanted to learn how to cut your own cabachons? A cabochon is a gemstone that has been shaped and polished to be a dome shape on the top and is usually flat on the bottom. In this one day class you will learn how to cut, shape and polish cabs from slab material. Students will learn how to use a trim saw and cabbing equipment.
Altered Forms - Interemediate Pottery Workshop
Unleash your creativity with our Intermediate Altered Forms pottery workshop, guided by instructor Missy Hitch. Explore altered forms by integrating wheel throwing, hand building, and pulled handle techniques. Enhance your expertise in modifying wheel-thrown bowl shapes during this engaging 3-hour in-person workshop. No special tools are needed—just bring your usual wheel-throwing tools. Participants should have a good grasp of throwing a broad bowl shape. Don't miss this chance to elevate your ceramic craftsmanship.