FREE RESIDENT ARTISTS' WORKSHOPS 2013
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FALL FOR ART & SPRING FOR ART!
WEDNESDAY AFTER SCHOOL ELEMENTARY ART PROGRAM FOR GRADES 1-4.
Thanks for another great year of after-school elementary art! Look for our Fall 2013 classes when school starts!
And thank you to our sponsors who help us keep the costs affordable for our community's kids!
To inquire further: email us at info@aspenart.org or call 970.429.2777
FREE RESIDENT ARTISTS' WORKSHOPS 2013
TUNE UP YOUR LANDSCAPES WITH MIKE OTTE Saturday, May 18, 1-4pm
Some lecture, some hands-on experimentation, and some critique of original works. Discussion of how the elements of art can be your tools for improving your painting, getting it to say what you want. How to use color to push or pull distance. How shape and size influence how we "see" the subject matter. Hard and soft edges may make all the difference. What is "value" and why is it important? These topics will be discussed.For this exercise, we will use acrylics...and all materials will be provided.
EXPERIMENTAL DRAWING WITH MICHAEL MCCONNELL Saturday, June 8, 10am-1pm
All Ages!
Through a series of individual and collaborative drawing exercises, participants will explore new ways of thinking, seeing, and creating works of art. Using a range of drawing media, we will explore principles of traditional artistic practice while moving beyond to develop unique approaches to methods, materials and composition. Students will tap into their creativity, intuition, and powers of observation by exploring various ways of seeing, both perceptually and conceptually. While the primary goal is to have fun with the materials and media, we will focus on the process of observing and drawing while developing a personal aesthetic and drawing language.
Potential materials to be used: graphite, charcoal, pastel, ink pen, brush and ink, watercolor pencils, various drawing papers, collage materials.
COLOR WORKSHOP: PAINTING AND INTERIOR DESIGN WITH LYNN WALDORF Wednesday, June 19, 1-5pm
Lynn will facilitate a hands-on exploration of how painters use color combinations to induce visual and emotional effects. the discussion will be extended by Kristen Jensen of ID Interiors, who will share examples of how color choices affect the psychology of space in home decor. Participants will take away several studies in tempera paint and new ideas for enlivening interior spaces. Recommended for adults 18 and older, all skill levels welcome. Limited to 12 participants.
ACRYLIC TRANSFERS WITH CECILIA ANTHONY Friday, July 12, 2013, 3-6pm
Reservations required. FREE
WORKSHOP WITH SUSAN OLSEN AND TONEY THOMAS August 17 & 18, 10am-2pm
DLearn the basics of ceramic sculpture using hand-building techniques. Complete a representational or abstract sculpture with wet clay that will be fired for you once dry. Bring photos or drawings of your ideas to the first class. All skill levels are welcome. Single firing surface treatments and after-firing patinas will be demonstrated so that you will have a finished sculpture. There will be no charge for clay and simple surface treatments, however an additional supply list will be provided at registration.
COMPOSITION COMPOSITION COMPOSITION WITH TORI MITAS-CAMPISI Tuesday, September 17, 11am-3pm
Breaking down and analyzing the importance of composition in any form of art. This workshop will explore composition of the masters as well as play with our own quick studies to investigate what makes a good composition in our work and how important this component is in a project! Get ready to have fun and think outside the box!!
THROWN AND ALTERED FORMS WITH HAND-BUILT ATTACHMENTS WITH MICHAEL BONDS AND MOLLY PEACOCK Saturday, September 28, 10am-4pm
Michael Bonds will demo how to throw a form and then alter it off the wheel. Molly Peacock will then show how to add hand-built attachments using various techniques including but not limited to: press molds, coils, and stamps. Participants will be shown skills they can use on their own to create unique functional ceramic pieces.