Dear Little Friend: A Portrait and Letter Writing Workshop
Beatrice Wood (American, 1893–1998), Portrait of Galka Scheyer, 1934, colored pencil on paper, Courtesy: Beatrice Wood Center for the Arts / Happy Valley Foundation
- DATE:
- TIME:
- 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
- Teacher:
- Ashlyn Anstee
Inspired by the exhibition Dear Little Friend: Impressions of Galka Scheyer, this workshop led by children’s book illustrator and animator Ashlyn Anstee explores the portraits made for Scheyer by her artist friends and colleagues. Students create their own portraits and explore the art of letter writing with collage and junk-journal-inspired techniques. Create something to share with a loved one or to keep.
EVENT DETAILS
- Fee:
- The fee of $45 ($36 for members) includes all materials and admission to the galleries on the day of the class.
- Details:
- Advance registration is required. Please use the register button.
- Location:
- Meets in Entrance Gallery
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