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SUMMARY:Chemigrams
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Jessica Somers \nDate: Saturday\, March 2\, 2024 \nTime: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM \nAges: 16+ \nMembers: $101 \nNon-Members: $110 \nChemigrams are made using photo paper\, chemistry\, and light. This technique predates the invention of photography by over 100 years and combines painterly techniques and photography to make one-of-a-kind\, cameraless images. In this workshop\, participants will be guided through a variety of approaches to making chemigrams including chemistry application techniques\, masking and resists\, and incorporating physical objects into their design. \n  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/chemigrams/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Printmaking: Chiaroscuro Etching
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Mark Zunino \nDate: Saturday\, March 2 & Saturday\, March 9\, 2024 \nTime: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM \nAges: 14+ \nMembers: $251 \nNon-Members: $275 \nJoin us for a weekend of exciting experimentation in the our Robert Dente Printmaking Lab! Designed for both beginners and etchers with experience\, Instructor Mark Zunino will demonstrate various etching techniques and guide participants through each step of the etching process. This workshop will introduce participants to techniques including soft ground\, aquatint\, drypoint\, and burnishing. Every participant will receive two copper plates and a variety of etching tools to create their very own chiaroscuro (meaning light & dark) prints! \nINFO & REGISTER
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/printmaking-chiaroscuro-etching/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Printmaking: Monotypes With & Without a Press
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Tony Kirk \nDate: Sunday\, February 11\, 2024 \nTime: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM \nAges: 14+ \nMembers: $108 \nNon-Members: $120 \n  \nThroughout history\, artists such as Maurice Prendergast hand burnished Japanese paper in order to transfer their inked image without a press. In this printmaking workshop\, participants will learn how to print by hand and print using a press in our Robert Dente Printmaking Lab. Instructor Tony Kirk will show participants how to set up the press for printing and how to adjust the pressure to ensure a good impression. \nMORE INFO & REGISTER
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/printmaking-monotypes-with-without-a-press/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T133000
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SUMMARY:Year of the Dragon: A Lunar New Year Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, February 10\, 2024 \nTime: 10:30 am – 1:30 pm \nAges: All Ages \nMembers: $9 (Individual) / $22.50 (Family) \nNon-Members: $10 (Individual) / $25 (Family) \n  \nAll are welcome to join and celebrate the Year of the Dragon! Learn how to fold dragons\, cranes and jumping frogs in our origami workshop\, design your own red envelope with stamps\, and use a bamboo brush to make Asian brush paintings with artist Christine Mitchell! Learn all about this holiday in our Library where we will be reading “The Dancing Dragon” and coloring animals from the Chinese Zodiac! \n  \nMORE INFO & REGISTER
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/lunar-new-year/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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SUMMARY:Pastel Pet Portrait Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Mary Beth Sasso \nDate: Saturday\, February 10th  \nTime: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM \nMembers: $108 \nNon-Members: $120 \nJoin this rewarding and creative Pastel Pet Portrait Workshop\, where you’ll learn to capture the essence and personality of your beloved furry or feathered companions through the vibrant medium of pastels. Learn how to bring out the texture of fur\, whiskers\, and eyes with blending\, layering\, and detailing techniques. \n  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/pastel-pet-portrait-workshop/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T130000
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CREATED:20231212T171829Z
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SUMMARY:Coiled Basket Weaving
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Arnethia Douglass \nDates: Saturday\, February 10 – Sunday\, February 11\, 2024 \nTime: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM  \nAges: 14+ \nMembers: $81 \nNon-Members: $90 \nLet’s dive into the ancient art on coiled basketry with Instructor\, Arnethia Douglass! In this beginner class\, participants will learn the basics of coiled basket weaving. Using yarn\, raffia\, and tapestry needles\, Instructor Arnethia will guide participants in every step of the basket making process. \n  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/coiled-basket-weaving/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Book Making: Secrets of the Belgian Binding
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Sydney Samele \nDate: Monday\, February 5\, 2024 \nTime: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nAges: 14+ \nMembers: $112 \nNon-Members: $120 \nLearn how to make your own book using the Secret Belgian Binding. In this exciting workshop\, participants 14 and up are welcome to join Instructor\, Sydney Samele\, as she guides participants through each step\, from selecting patterned book covers\, to folding a variety of papers\, and finally sewing their own hardcover book. As a functional art form\, this book makes a great gift\, sketchbook\, journal\, or scrapbook! \nINFO & REGISTER
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/book-making-secrets-of-the-belgian-binding/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T140000
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CREATED:20240103T170253Z
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SUMMARY:Stained Glass: Origami Crane
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Sarah Segovia \nDate: Saturday\, February 3\, 2024 \nTime: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \nAges: 12+ \nMembers: $77 \nNon-Members: $85 \nJoin us for an exciting workshop with instructor\, Sarah Segovia\, as she shows participants basic techniques of stained glass\, including cutting\, grinding\, foiling and soldering. With many glass colors and textures to choose from\, you will learn the steps of assembling this 3D glass origami sculpture. \nINFO & REGISTER
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/stained-glass-origami-crane/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240202T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240202T160000
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CREATED:20231212T171406Z
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SUMMARY:Charcoal Portrait Drawing
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Juan Moreno \nDates: Fridays\, February 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, 2024 \nTime: 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM \nAges: 16+ \nMembers: $135 \nNon-Members: $150 \n  \nAll levels are welcome to join us for this relaxed\, yet informative workshop on Friday afternoons in February with Instructor\, Juan Moreno. Participants will have the opportunity to work from a live portrait model and learn at their own pace. Instructor Juan will be instructing in both English and Spanish. \n  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/charcoal-portrait-drawing/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T160000
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CREATED:20231026T174018Z
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SUMMARY:Festive Needle Felting
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Christine Mitchell  \nDate: Saturday\, December 9th    \nTime: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM \nAges: 10+ \nMembers: $108 \nNon-Members: $120 \nLet’s make some great holiday gifts and cozy home decorations with instructor Christine Mitchell as she leads an interactive holiday-themed needle felting workshop. Great for families\, friends\, and anyone ages 10 + to learn how to build 3-D sculptures using sheep wool! At the end of the day\, participants will walk away of with hand crafted animals wearing Santa hats\, ornaments\, and a wearable holiday bracelet! \n  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/festive-needle-felting/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T140000
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SUMMARY:Herringbone Beaded Cuff Bracelet
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Barbara Asher \nDate: Saturday\, December 2\, 2023 \nTime: 10 AM – 2 PM \nMembers: $72.00 \nNon-Members: $80.00 \nAges: 14+ \n  \nNo experience is necessary to learn this seemingly complicated jewelry form. The herringbone cuff bracelet is created using beaded ladder and herringbone stitches. The herringbone stitch is a form of African beadwork associated with the Ndebele who incorporate stunning beadwork in their culture. \nTo register: click here
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/herringbone-beaded-cuff-bracelet/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T140000
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CREATED:20230814T141803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T141803Z
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SUMMARY:Moravian Star Stained-Glass
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Sarah Segovia \nDate: Saturday\, December 2\, 2023 \nTime: 10 AM – 2 PM \n Members: $72.00 \n Non-Members: $80.00 \n  \nIn this beginner stained-glass workshop artists will explore the three-dimensional possibilities of working with stained-glass. No experience is necessary! Sarah will discuss the basic techniques of the copper foil method of stained-glass. Participants will learn cutting\, grinding\, foiling\, and soldering and finishing their very own stained-glass Moravian Star. \nTo register: click here
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/moravian-star-stained-glass/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T170000
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CREATED:20230925T164332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T164332Z
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SUMMARY:CAPTIVATING CREATIONS: The Art of Photo & Image Transfer in Mixed Media
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Karen Tiber Leland \nDate: Saturday\, November 11\, 2023 \nTime: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM \nMembers: $ 135.00 \nNon-Members: $ 150.00 \n  \nIf you have ever dreamed of reimagining your photographs and other artwork into additional unique pieces– this is the workshop for you. Hands-on and experimental\, you will learn how to use contact paper to take color or black-and-white laser jet copies of your original photographs and artwork to create semi-transparent images. These images are suitable for integrating into mixed media works of art on paper\, wood\, or canvas. \n  \nTo register: CLICK HERE
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/captivating-creations-the-art-of-photo-image-transfer-in-mixed-media/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T140000
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SUMMARY:Origami Treasure Book
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Barbara Asher \nDate: Saturday\, November 11\, 2023 \nTime: 10 AM – 2 PM \nMembers: $72.00 \nNon-Members: $80.00 \nAges: 14+ \n  \nIn this workshop students will learn the craft of origami bookmaking. Several pages will be made which will be bound together to make a book. Each page has a pocket and a slot to hold keepsakes\, pieces of paper with inspirational quotes\, etc.\, as a unique form of journaling. \nTo register: click here
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/origami-treasure-book/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T123322
CREATED:20230428T151019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T151019Z
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SUMMARY:October Plein Air Painting with Janet Iffland
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Janet Iffland \nDate: Saturday\, October 21\, 2023 \nTime: 9AM – 12PM \nMember: $63.00 \nNon-Member: $70.00 \n\nJanet Iffland will be offering a monthly Saturday Morning Plein Air Class from late summer to fall. This October weekend date will be the third in a series of three. Janet will start class by explaining plein air concepts\, the setup of palette\, color choices and layout\, brushes\, canvas choices and mediums. The class will include a 30 minute demonstration. Participants will work independently with individualized critique. Janet Iffland’s class is great for both participants with no experience to those who have been in the “field” for some time. \nTo Register: click here
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/october-plein-air-painting-with-janet-iffland/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T123322
CREATED:20230814T143108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T143108Z
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SUMMARY:Stained-Glass Spider Web
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Sarah Segovia \nDate: Saturday\, October 14\, 2023 \nTime: 10 AM – 2 PM \nAges: 16+ \nMembers: $72.00 \nNon-Members: $80.00 \nEmbracing the season\, create your own jewel-colored spider web in glass to make a home in your doorway! In this workshop\, you will learn to make a hanging corner panel. Participants will learn the basic techniques of the copper-foil method of stained-glass to make their own quilt square panel. Participants will learn cutting\, grinding\, foiling and soldering and finishing their very own stained-glass quilt panel. No experience necessary! \nTo register: click here
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/stained-glass-spider-web/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T123322
CREATED:20230809T183949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T183949Z
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SUMMARY:Clay Monoprinting
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Jenna Gonzalez \nDate: Saturday October 14\, 2023 \nTime: 10AM – 2PM \nAges: 14+ \nMembers: $85.00 \nNon-Members: $95.00 \nExperiment with an exciting method of monoprinting rarely offered! One-of-a-kind prints are pulled from a bed of wet clay that has been worked with pigments\, stencils\, slip transfers and more. Learn the terms\, the tools and the basics of this unique process and leave with four prints you’ll be proud to display. The print outcomes are gorgeous even for absolute beginners. \nTo register: click here
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/clay-monoprinting/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231002T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231002T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T123322
CREATED:20230814T144232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T144232Z
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SUMMARY:Abstraction and Color
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Aaron Flynn \nDates: Mondays\, October 2\, 9\, 10\, 23\, 30\, and November 6\, 2023 \nTime: 12:30 – 2:30 PM \nAges: 14+ \nMembers: $157.50 \nNon-Members: $175.00 \nIn this workshop you will be exploring color for the sake of color in an abstract realm. You will gain an understanding of color\, and how a color behaves interacting with the colors next to it. You will be mixing colors to achieve value\, chroma and intensity\, and possibly exploring other options to achieve color without using paint! \nTo register: click here
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/abstraction-and-color/2023-10-02/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T123322
CREATED:20230816T185844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T185844Z
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SUMMARY:Arts in Action
DESCRIPTION:– Join us –\nSaturday\, September 30\, 2023\n6 – 8 PM\n– at –\nFive Points Arts Center\nAn evening of food\, drink\, music and artists in action to benefit Five Points \n  \nReserve your tickets HERE \nIf you cannot attend but would like to make a donation to this fundraising event\, DONATE HERE
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/arts-in-action/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T123322
CREATED:20230809T203558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T190849Z
UID:25482-1695470400-1695488400@fivepointsarts.org
SUMMARY:Precious Metal Clay Jewelry
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Barbara Getsinger-Kelemencky \nDate: Saturday\, September 23\, 2023 \nTime: 12PM – 5PM \nAges: 12+ \nMember: $135 \nNon-Member: $150 \nGet introduced to the world of Precious Metal Clay and learn to make beautiful sterling silver jewelry utilizing this innovative clay based metal. No experience required! \nTo register: click here
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/precious-metal-clay-jewelry/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T160000
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SUMMARY:Anatomy of a Cloud
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Mary-Beth Sasso \nDate: Saturday September 23\, 2023 \nTime: 10AM – 4PM \nMember: $90.00 \nNon-Member: $100.00 \nAges: 14 and up\, all levels of experience welcome! \nHave you ever looked at the mesmerizing clouds in the sky and felt the urge to paint them? Creating clouds with pastels may seem simple\, but it can be challenging. This workshop\, led by pastelist Mary Beth Sasso will guide you through the process and help you master this art form quickly. We’ll explore the intricate details between colors\, the meaning of edges\, shapes\, and textures\, light temperature\, the importance of values\, and the effects of atmospheric perspective. \nTo Register: click here
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/anatomy-of-a-cloud/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230917T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230917T153000
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CREATED:20230613T142433Z
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SUMMARY:Gel Plate Printing with Heather Neilson
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Heather Neilson \nDate: Sunday\, September 17\, 2023 \nTime: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM \nAges: 17 and up \nMember: $157.50 \nNon-Member: $175.00 \nThis Nature-Inspired Gel Plate Printing Workshop will have you connecting with nature and your creativity through the satisfying and fun process of gel plate printing. Using a variety of leaves and natural materials\, Heather will guide you in using a gel plate\, acrylic paint and a variety of tools and techniques to create beautiful prints that can be used as final art works\, collages\, cards and other mixed media projects. \nTO REGISTER: CLICK HERE
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/gel-plate-printing-with-heather-neilson/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T130000
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CREATED:20230622T132705Z
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UID:24749-1694858400-1694869200@fivepointsarts.org
SUMMARY:Mixed Media Portrait
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Jenna Gonzales \nDate: Saturday\, September 16\, 2023 \nTime: 10AM – 1PM \nAges: 16 – Adult \nMembers: $67.50 \nNon-Members: $75.00 \nDiscover the basic techniques of mixed-media collage during this expressive and exploratory class that will guide you through creating a work of art rich with texture and colorful layers. \nYou’ll explore working with supplies such as patterned papers\, paints\, texture mediums\, and stamps while you create a unique and meaningful artwork on an 8”x10” canvas. \nMixed-media collage is a highly intuitive art form with lots of room for creative curiosity. It’s beginner-friendly as well as useful for the more experienced art maker. \n  \nTO REGISTER: click here
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/mixed-media-portrait/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T120000
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CREATED:20230428T151346Z
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SUMMARY:September Plein Air Painting with Janet Iffland
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Janet Iffland \nDate: Saturday\, September 16\, 2023 \nTime: 9AM – 12PM \nMember: $63.00 \nNon-Member: $70.00 \n\nJanet Iffland will be offering a monthly Saturday Morning Plein Air Class from late summer to fall. This September weekend date will be the second in a series of three. Janet will start class by explaining plein air concepts\, the setup of palette\, color choices and layout\, brushes\, canvas choices and mediums. The class will include a 30 minute demonstration. Participants will work independently with individualized critique. Janet Iffland’s class is great for both participants with no experience to those who have been in the “field” for some time. \nTo Register: click here
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/september-plein-air-painting-with-janet-iffland/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230910T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230910T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T123322
CREATED:20230804T130622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T130622Z
UID:25395-1694340000-1694361600@fivepointsarts.org
SUMMARY:Monotypes Printed With or Without a Press
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Tony Kirk \nDates: Sundays\, September 10 and September 17\, 2023 \nTime: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM \nAges: 14 and up \nMembers: $108.00 \nNon-Members: $120.00 \nThis workshop will occur over two consecutive Sundays where students will learn how print by hand and with a press. Throughout history\, artists such as Maurice Prendergast hand burnished Japanese paper in order to transfer their inked image without a press. The instructor will also show artists how to set up the press for printing and how to adjust the pressure to ensure a good print. During the September 17th follow-up workshop the instructor will demonstrate how one can add an extra layer of ink in perfect registration to a previously printed monotype. \nTo register: click here
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/monotypes-printed-with-or-without-a-press/2023-09-10/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230910T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230910T160000
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SUMMARY:Cyanotypes in Color
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Dan Baird-Miller \nDate: Sunday\, September 10\, 2023 \nTime: 10AM – 4PM \nAges: 14 And Up  \nMembers: $157.50 \nNon-Members: $175.00 \n  \nIn this experimental workshop\, we will be working with non-traditional papers. By using different colored papers\, we will explore how the blue of a cyanotype changes depending on what material is used. We will use some non traditional paper types (non watercolor paper) and experiment with the results. \nIf you are curious about a paper type\, you are welcome to bring in your own supplies\, or use the materials we will have on hand. Natural fiber works best for cyanotypes. We will fail or succeed together! \nTo Register: click here
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/cyanotypes-in-color/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230909T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230909T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T123322
CREATED:20230816T190529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T210137Z
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SUMMARY:Build Upon the Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 9\, 2023\n6 – 8 PM\nFive Points Arts Center\nPlease join us for a fun evening with former classmates at your old UConn campus. Bring your stories\, enjoy drinks and appetizers\, tour the building renovations\, improvements and updates that make Five Points a premier arts center\, and be part of the plans for the future. \nMany students and staff have returned to see their former college again and share tales of life that unfolded in these classrooms. To commemorate this legacy\, we invite all UConn Torrington students\, staff\, administration\, friends and families the opportunity to be the first to leave their imprints by taking a seat in the auditorium and naming it! \nThirty premier seats will be available for $300 each\, the remaining seats are available for $100. \nRSVP: 860.618.2167 / slynch@fivepointsarts.org
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/build-upon-the-legacy-2/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230909T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230909T200000
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CREATED:20230730T180141Z
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SUMMARY:Build Upon the Legacy
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to Build Upon the Legacy\, Saturday\, September 9\, 2023\,   6-8 PM at your former Alma Mater The UConn Torrington Regional Campus\, now Five Points Arts Center.\nBack to SchoolPlease join us for a fun evening with former classmates\, at your old UConn campus! Bring your stories\, enjoy drinks and appetizers\, tour the building renovations\, improvements\, and updates that make Five Points a premier arts center\, and be part of the plans for the future! \nHave a SeatMany students and staff have returned to see their former college again and share tales of life that unfolded in these classrooms.  To commemorate this legacy\, we invite all UConn Torrington students\, staff\, and administration the opportunity to be the first to leave their imprint by taking a seat in the auditorium and naming it! Thirty premier seats will be available for $300 each which includes the metal nameplate.  The remaining seats are available for $100. \n\n860.618.2167 slynch@fivepointsarts.org     fivepointsarts.org
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/build-upon-the-legacy/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T170000
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CREATED:20230730T182046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230730T182046Z
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SUMMARY:Artist Residency: Susan Hackett - Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:OPEN STUDIO SESSIONS – FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC\nIntro to Using a Digital Microscope to Create Art\, Changing Hearts and Minds – How and Why\n  \nTuesday\, August 15\, and Tuesday\, August 22\,  2-5 PM \nThursday\, August 10\, and Thursday\, August 24\, 3-6 PM \nSaturday\, August 12\, and Saturday\, August 19\,  10-1 PM  \n\nWorkshops will be Hybrid days spent both in the woods and fields surrounding the Five Points Arts Education Center and in the studio. ‘Micro-hike’ the trails sharing two hand-held digital microscopes to collect interesting images and some fallen material to examine under the tabletop ‘scopes.’  \nParticipants will then return to the studio to explore these treasures and select/print the best of these images on 4”x6”  photo paper. (Rain or Shine)  \nBeginner friendly—no photography experience required. Items needed: comfortable walking shoes\, a water bottle\, bug spray\, respect for other forms of life\, and an adventurous spirit. 
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/artist-residency-susan-hackett-open-studio-2/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T123322
CREATED:20230730T181223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230730T181223Z
UID:25334-1692108000-1692118800@fivepointsarts.org
SUMMARY:Artist Residency: Susan Hackett - Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Open Studio Sessions – Free and Open to the Public\nIntro to Using a Digital Microscope to Create Art\, Changing Hearts and Minds – How and Why\n  \nTuesday\, August 15\, and Tuesday\, August 22\,  2-5 PM \nThursday\, August 10\, and Thursday\, August 24\, 3-6 PM \nSaturday\, August 12\, and Saturday\, August 19\,  10-1 PM  \n\nWorkshops will be Hybrid days spent both in the woods and fields surrounding the Five Points Arts Education Center and in the studio. ‘Micro-hike’ the trails sharing two hand-held digital microscopes to collect interesting images and some fallen material to examine under the tabletop ‘scopes.’  \nParticipants will then return to the studio to explore these treasures and select/print the best of these images on 4”x6”  photo paper. (Rain or Shine)  \nBeginner friendly—no photography experience required. Items needed: comfortable walking shoes\, a water bottle\, bug spray\, respect for other forms of life\, and an adventurous spirit. 
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/artist-residency-susan-hackett-open-studio/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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