Animal Magnetism
July 31- August 1, 2021 10am - 4pm
INSTRUCTOR: Ariel Bowman
DATES AND TIMES: Saturday July 31st - Sunday August 1st, 2021 10am - 4pm
DESCRIPTION: No armatures needed for this small sculpture workshop! Participants will sculpt animals of their choosing from a solid block of clay. This workshop covers the basics of sculpting ani- mals using the solid built method to quickly capture expressive gesture and movement in animal subjects. Demonstrations include techniques for understanding animal anatomy and sculpting various animal textures. This workshop is great for ceramic artists of all levels including beginners. Each student will receive a 25 lb bag of clay. Glazes and firing included. Sculptures around 12 inches.
PRICING: $250. Payable via PayPal to [email protected], or send check to: Epperson Gallery of Ceramic Arts, 1400 Pomona St.,
Crockett CA 94525
SUPPLY LIST: Favorite clay tools if you have them, and your imagination (there will be tools available).
LOCATION: Epperson Gallery of Ceramic Arts, 1400 Pomona St., Crockett CA 94525 Contact: Suzanne Long [email protected]
ARTIST STATEMENT: I make sculptures of prehistoric animals that represent the wonder to be found in natural his- tory. I am intrigued by animals that evolved with distinct features, such as unfamiliar tusks, strange elongated limbs, and unusual proportions. I use clay to bring these extinct creatures back to life, sculpting folds of flesh and filling their bellies with air.
The picturesque aesthetic of the eighteenth century refers to a time when our relationship to nature was being expanded by scientific discoveries, yet separated by the disappearance of wild places. Each scene that I create is a fantasy inspiring curiosity about the unknown animal, while nourishing the imagination of the viewer with intricate details. Mysterious giants wander through palatial ruins, discovering the overgrown remains of monuments to human greatness. Moss and vines cover the fossils of civilization, and show the effects of time in their decay.
My work uses reflective nostalgia to present these extinct animals in the context of human history. The unexpected combination of such contrasting timelines questions reality, and rekindles a childlike fascination with the animal world.
BIOGRAPHY: Ariel Bowman was raised in Dallas, Texas where her parents are both artists. Growing up, she spent a lot of time outside with animals. The undeveloped woodlands that surrounded her childhood home inspired her to create art that focused on the natural world. As a sculptor, Ariel works in clay using a variety of mixed media techniques.
Clay is the most influential material that Ariel has worked with. She earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in ceramics from the Kansas City Art Institute in 2011, and an Masters of Fine Arts degree from the University of Florida in 2018. She has studied abroad at the Interna- tional Ceramics Studio in Hungary and was awarded the Regina K. Brown NCECA undergrad- uate and graduate fellowships. Ariel has been an artist in residence at the Armory Art Center and her work has been collected by the Kamm Teapot Foundation, the Belger Arts Center, and the San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts.
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July 31- August 1, 2021 10am - 4pm
INSTRUCTOR: Ariel Bowman
DATES AND TIMES: Saturday July 31st - Sunday August 1st, 2021 10am - 4pm
DESCRIPTION: No armatures needed for this small sculpture workshop! Participants will sculpt animals of their choosing from a solid block of clay. This workshop covers the basics of sculpting ani- mals using the solid built method to quickly capture expressive gesture and movement in animal subjects. Demonstrations include techniques for understanding animal anatomy and sculpting various animal textures. This workshop is great for ceramic artists of all levels including beginners. Each student will receive a 25 lb bag of clay. Glazes and firing included. Sculptures around 12 inches.
PRICING: $250. Payable via PayPal to [email protected], or send check to: Epperson Gallery of Ceramic Arts, 1400 Pomona St.,
Crockett CA 94525
SUPPLY LIST: Favorite clay tools if you have them, and your imagination (there will be tools available).
LOCATION: Epperson Gallery of Ceramic Arts, 1400 Pomona St., Crockett CA 94525 Contact: Suzanne Long [email protected]
ARTIST STATEMENT: I make sculptures of prehistoric animals that represent the wonder to be found in natural his- tory. I am intrigued by animals that evolved with distinct features, such as unfamiliar tusks, strange elongated limbs, and unusual proportions. I use clay to bring these extinct creatures back to life, sculpting folds of flesh and filling their bellies with air.
The picturesque aesthetic of the eighteenth century refers to a time when our relationship to nature was being expanded by scientific discoveries, yet separated by the disappearance of wild places. Each scene that I create is a fantasy inspiring curiosity about the unknown animal, while nourishing the imagination of the viewer with intricate details. Mysterious giants wander through palatial ruins, discovering the overgrown remains of monuments to human greatness. Moss and vines cover the fossils of civilization, and show the effects of time in their decay.
My work uses reflective nostalgia to present these extinct animals in the context of human history. The unexpected combination of such contrasting timelines questions reality, and rekindles a childlike fascination with the animal world.
BIOGRAPHY: Ariel Bowman was raised in Dallas, Texas where her parents are both artists. Growing up, she spent a lot of time outside with animals. The undeveloped woodlands that surrounded her childhood home inspired her to create art that focused on the natural world. As a sculptor, Ariel works in clay using a variety of mixed media techniques.
Clay is the most influential material that Ariel has worked with. She earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in ceramics from the Kansas City Art Institute in 2011, and an Masters of Fine Arts degree from the University of Florida in 2018. She has studied abroad at the Interna- tional Ceramics Studio in Hungary and was awarded the Regina K. Brown NCECA undergrad- uate and graduate fellowships. Ariel has been an artist in residence at the Armory Art Center and her work has been collected by the Kamm Teapot Foundation, the Belger Arts Center, and the San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts.
Animal Magnetism
July 31- August 1, 2021 10am - 4pm
INSTRUCTOR: Ariel Bowman
DATES AND TIMES: Saturday July 31st - Sunday August 1st, 2021 10am - 4pm
DESCRIPTION: No armatures needed for this small sculpture workshop! Participants will sculpt animals of their choosing from a solid block of clay. This workshop covers the basics of sculpting ani- mals using the solid built method to quickly capture expressive gesture and movement in animal subjects. Demonstrations include techniques for understanding animal anatomy and sculpting various animal textures. This workshop is great for ceramic artists of all levels including beginners. Each student will receive a 25 lb bag of clay. Glazes and firing included. Sculptures around 12 inches.
PRICING: $250. Payable via PayPal to [email protected], or send check to: Epperson Gallery of Ceramic Arts, 1400 Pomona St.,
Crockett CA 94525
SUPPLY LIST: Favorite clay tools if you have them, and your imagination (there will be tools available).
LOCATION: Epperson Gallery of Ceramic Arts, 1400 Pomona St., Crockett CA 94525 Contact: Suzanne Long [email protected]
ARTIST STATEMENT: I make sculptures of prehistoric animals that represent the wonder to be found in natural his- tory. I am intrigued by animals that evolved with distinct features, such as unfamiliar tusks, strange elongated limbs, and unusual proportions. I use clay to bring these extinct creatures back to life, sculpting folds of flesh and filling their bellies with air.
The picturesque aesthetic of the eighteenth century refers to a time when our relationship to nature was being expanded by scientific discoveries, yet separated by the disappearance of wild places. Each scene that I create is a fantasy inspiring curiosity about the unknown animal, while nourishing the imagination of the viewer with intricate details. Mysterious giants wander through palatial ruins, discovering the overgrown remains of monuments to human greatness. Moss and vines cover the fossils of civilization, and show the effects of time in their decay.
My work uses reflective nostalgia to present these extinct animals in the context of human history. The unexpected combination of such contrasting timelines questions reality, and rekindles a childlike fascination with the animal world.
BIOGRAPHY: Ariel Bowman was raised in Dallas, Texas where her parents are both artists. Growing up, she spent a lot of time outside with animals. The undeveloped woodlands that surrounded her childhood home inspired her to create art that focused on the natural world. As a sculptor, Ariel works in clay using a variety of mixed media techniques.
Clay is the most influential material that Ariel has worked with. She earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in ceramics from the Kansas City Art Institute in 2011, and an Masters of Fine Arts degree from the University of Florida in 2018. She has studied abroad at the Interna- tional Ceramics Studio in Hungary and was awarded the Regina K. Brown NCECA undergrad- uate and graduate fellowships. Ariel has been an artist in residence at the Armory Art Center and her work has been collected by the Kamm Teapot Foundation, the Belger Arts Center, and the San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts.
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July 31- August 1, 2021 10am - 4pm
INSTRUCTOR: Ariel Bowman
DATES AND TIMES: Saturday July 31st - Sunday August 1st, 2021 10am - 4pm
DESCRIPTION: No armatures needed for this small sculpture workshop! Participants will sculpt animals of their choosing from a solid block of clay. This workshop covers the basics of sculpting ani- mals using the solid built method to quickly capture expressive gesture and movement in animal subjects. Demonstrations include techniques for understanding animal anatomy and sculpting various animal textures. This workshop is great for ceramic artists of all levels including beginners. Each student will receive a 25 lb bag of clay. Glazes and firing included. Sculptures around 12 inches.
PRICING: $250. Payable via PayPal to [email protected], or send check to: Epperson Gallery of Ceramic Arts, 1400 Pomona St.,
Crockett CA 94525
SUPPLY LIST: Favorite clay tools if you have them, and your imagination (there will be tools available).
LOCATION: Epperson Gallery of Ceramic Arts, 1400 Pomona St., Crockett CA 94525 Contact: Suzanne Long [email protected]
ARTIST STATEMENT: I make sculptures of prehistoric animals that represent the wonder to be found in natural his- tory. I am intrigued by animals that evolved with distinct features, such as unfamiliar tusks, strange elongated limbs, and unusual proportions. I use clay to bring these extinct creatures back to life, sculpting folds of flesh and filling their bellies with air.
The picturesque aesthetic of the eighteenth century refers to a time when our relationship to nature was being expanded by scientific discoveries, yet separated by the disappearance of wild places. Each scene that I create is a fantasy inspiring curiosity about the unknown animal, while nourishing the imagination of the viewer with intricate details. Mysterious giants wander through palatial ruins, discovering the overgrown remains of monuments to human greatness. Moss and vines cover the fossils of civilization, and show the effects of time in their decay.
My work uses reflective nostalgia to present these extinct animals in the context of human history. The unexpected combination of such contrasting timelines questions reality, and rekindles a childlike fascination with the animal world.
BIOGRAPHY: Ariel Bowman was raised in Dallas, Texas where her parents are both artists. Growing up, she spent a lot of time outside with animals. The undeveloped woodlands that surrounded her childhood home inspired her to create art that focused on the natural world. As a sculptor, Ariel works in clay using a variety of mixed media techniques.
Clay is the most influential material that Ariel has worked with. She earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in ceramics from the Kansas City Art Institute in 2011, and an Masters of Fine Arts degree from the University of Florida in 2018. She has studied abroad at the Interna- tional Ceramics Studio in Hungary and was awarded the Regina K. Brown NCECA undergrad- uate and graduate fellowships. Ariel has been an artist in residence at the Armory Art Center and her work has been collected by the Kamm Teapot Foundation, the Belger Arts Center, and the San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts.
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1400 Pomona Street, Crockett, CA 94525
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