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The Faraway and Up Close: Mixed Media Works Inspired by Georgia O'Keeffe

Description:
Another of our week long summer camps this year was inspired by the artwork and ethos of the much beloved Georgia O'Keeffe. The following mixed media project was developed in order to explore more deeply the influence that photography had on O'Keeffe's work. From the beginning, O'Keeffe was moved to paint vast open landscapes of land and sky, a place that she called lovingly "the faraway." But it was from the rise of art photography and those artists working in the new medium, including her husband Alfred Stieglitz, that O'Keeffe learned the value of zooming in. Some of her most iconic works are the result of these up close studies. In this lesson, students take their cues from O'Keeffe and create their own vision of the faraway, while also practicing seeing what is up close. This project was designed for our 6-10 year old cohort but could be adapted for any age group.

Woodland Animals Embroidery Workshop

Join us in learning embroidery techniques while creating a unique woodland animals design! You will get to choose a pattern and embroidery colors provided by the instructor. Through the process, you will learn various stitches for embroidery that will add style to the design! No previous experience is required.

Betye Saar Inspired Palm Collagraph and Assemblage

This project was hands down (pun intended) the students' favorite from our week long summer art camp inspired by the artwork of contemporary artist, Betye Saar. It is accessible for most students age 6 on up through high school. Saar, born in 1926 and still working today, is considered the grande dame of assemblage art. She also works in collage, printmaking, and watercolor. Her works address a wide variety of themes including spirituality, mysticism, time, personal history, ancestry, race, class, and gender. Her works are rich with symbols, both personal and collective, and they challenge us to find new meaning and possibility in old stories. This activity was inspired by Saar's depression era ethos of “use it up, make it do, go without," as well as her love of symbols and old objects. It is a three part process that took us several relaxed, fun-filled days to finish.

Wheel Throwing 2

Introduction to Wheel Throwing 2 will offer the continued practice of centering and creating a cylinder vessel. Demonstration and discussion on advanced surface decoration and glazing techniques will also be covered. Students should have previously taken the Introduction to Wheel Throwing 1 to participate in this class. During this class, students are eligible for instructional open studio time.

Country Road Beginning Painting with Mark Crow

Join us for another great painting workshop with local artist Mark Crow in August! Mark will guide you step by step in the creation of a country road scene. You will work on aging surfaces, creating depth, and working with light and shadow. Learn to use a wide range of brushes, colors, and techniques to bring life to this exciting scene.

July Embroidery Workshop - Sashiko Stitching

Join us for our July embroidery workshop focused on Sashiko stitching. This style of embroidery is a type of traditional Japanese embroidery used for decorative and/or functional reinforcement of clothing. Instructor Marianne will walk you through different pattern options or guide you to create your own. No previous experience is required.

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