June 28–29
Course # AAAS ØØAJune 30–July 1
Course # AAAS ØØB
June 28–July 1
Course # AAAS ØØ
Two two–day sessions
Students may select to enroll in one or both workshops.
Session I
June 28-29: Through the Looking Glass Lightboxes
You remember Pandora and how she released all the rotten things in the universe, all because she got a little curious. Well, if only Pandora had a little peephole or keyhole to check out the innards of that nasty ol’ box…think of the grief she could have saved us all. She would have looked and said, “Gee! I really don’t want to open that!”, and thus we would all be spending our time in Tahiti drinking whatever they drink in Tahiti.
In this class, we are going to put things right and create secret boxes or chests that can be previewed using keyholes and/or lenses. Not only that but we will illuminate the interior with lighting to make that mysterious space all the more revealing. On the exterior the chests will be adorned using found objects and the process of assemblage. On the interior students will create interesting realms to view, combining assemblage with collage. They can be places filled with secrets, dreams, or fears…locked away for safekeeping.
Materials: A complete materials list will be sent upon registration.\
Tuition: $335 for Session I
$620 for both Session I & II
Enrollment limited to 20 students.
Session II
June 30-July 1: Patron Saint of Discarded Things
As far I as know, there is no such thing as a Saint or Deity of Discarded Things, which is a pity because there are many like me who wander the highways and byways looking for bits of detritus to incorporate into artwork. Seems like an activity worthy of guidance or protection. In fact I recall one instance where I was traveling in Oaxaca, Mexico, in a large van with ten or so students. On the side of the road we passed a large dumpsite filled with oxidized goodies…and all of a sudden everyone in the van started oohing and ahhhing. The driver looked a bit bewildered, and wondered what in the world a bunch of gringos would find so interesting about an orange-ish/red heap of metal. Little did he know that to us, it was as if we came across the Holy Grail. The possibilities of creation were endless.
In this class, we are going to create a found object patron, saint or deity that will aid in our artistic endeavors of finding and re-creating from discarded things. Using some sort of structure to build on (such as an iron, a shoe, a phone, a shadow box…just about anything), we will create a place for our effigy to watch over our undertakings. This shrine will be filled with all sorts of unusual elements as adornment but will also serve as a place to add future bits of randomness.
Materials: A complete materials list will be sent upon registration.
Tuition: $335 for Session II
$620 for both Session I & II
Enrollment limited to 20 students.
The Figure: Hot Clay/Cool Characters
Linda Ganstrom
June 24–30
Course # AACR ØØA1
Six-day session
Exploring the figure using bodycast molds as the foundation for expressive handbuilding,as well as demonstrations and hands-on practice in creating and utilizing a multiple-part mold in developing a realistically proportioned, yet highly personal character in clay, will encourage artists to bring their stories and experiences to the figure. Seeking and gathering inspirational objects to mold or model, artists will develop meaningful, symbolic elements for embellishing the figure. Surface treatments such as terra sigillata, stains, slip dip fabrics, sprig molds, and stamps, along with techniques to alter facial features, create hairstyles, and costumes will be explored. A variety of cold surface paint and encaustic treatments will enhance stained and fired sculptures. This workshop is designed for advanced beginners and up.
Materials: A complete materials list will be sent upon registration
Tuition: $680
Lab fee: $95
Enrollment limited to 12 students.