12-15 June 2018 - Realism to Abstraction: Breaking Down and Zooming In with Kari Minnick

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Realism to Abstraction: Breaking Down and Zooming In with Kari Minnick

12-15 June 2018  (Tuesday-Friday)

This accessible art class for kiln workers will be of interest to artists such as printmakers and painters or anyone for whom visual expression in glass is desired. Starting with their own images, photos, clippings, etc., students will examine why certain imagery appeals to them, how to isolate the potency of the image, dissect, vary and ultimately move toward meaningful abstraction. Through drawings, paper cut outs and/or test pieces, students will plan a series of works and complete a project (s). Using Bullseye glass, frit, powder, and stringer, students will be introduced to processes that enable strong composition, rich surfaces and depth. Using multiple-firing processes, students will consider both sides of the glass as well as investigate surface texture. Topics to be covered may include:

Getting started: facing the blank “canvas”

Realism, abstraction and points in between

Composition and visual editing

Theme and variation

While basic kiln practices will be touched upon, the focus of the class will be on the expressive use of the materials and creating glass art based on the students signature work. 

Skill Level - Prior glass experience is beneficial but not required.  Artists of other media are encouraged to enroll.

For more information on the artist, please visit: http://www.kariminnick.com