February 23 11:00am-2:00pm @ MassArt Art Museum (MAAM)
In the first half of this workshop, learn about historic natural color materials by exploring their origins, cultural implications, and uses dating from the past to the present. Dive deep into these histories and investigate the work of contemporary artists that consider color materials in their practices. In the second half of the workshop, take a closer look at some of these raw materials first hand, and learn how to make watercolor paint from scratch using different pigments. To complete the experience, explore working with these pigments on paper to create an original work of art!
Julia Norton
Julia Norton is a multimedia visual artist, arts educator, and researcher with a primary focus on natural color materials, including pigments, inks, and dyes. In her art practice, she aims to work with imagery and materials that correlate with her interest in life cycles and regeneration. She envisions working with natural materials as a form of collaboration, rather than mere usage. As integral components of her practice, these resources are valued for their distinctive characteristics that may relate to where they come from in nature, what their global histories are, and how they add to artwork through their living and nuanced qualities. As an educator with over a decade of experience teaching in museum spaces and other cultural institutions, Julia believes in fostering creative exploration, self determination, cultural connections, open inquiry, and a critical mindset as she engages with her students. She has taught a broad range of workshops and multi-session programs at art spaces such as Dia Beacon, Swiss Institute, Queens Museum, and Harvard Art Museums with an emphasis on the natural world and the color materials connected to it. Through these education offerings, she hopes to center and inspire ongoing exploration, curiosity, and conversation with participants of all ages.
http://www.julia-norton.com | @juliapnorton
Free! Advance registration required Register Here
This event is intended for individuals and small groups of 5 or less. Adults must accompany children age 14 and under. Participants must have availability for the duration of the workshop.