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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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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:20260404T035047
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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:20260404T035047
CREATED: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
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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:20260404T035047
CREATED: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
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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:20260404T035047
CREATED:20230809T203558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T190849Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260404T035047
CREATED:20230711T185802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T185802Z
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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
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T132705Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260404T035047
CREATED:20230428T151346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T151346Z
UID:23719-1694854800-1694865600@fivepointsarts.org
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:20260404T035047
CREATED:20230804T130622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T130622Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260404T035047
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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:20260404T035047
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
DTSTAMP:20260404T035047
CREATED:20230730T180141Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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
DTSTAMP:20260404T035047
CREATED:20230730T182046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230730T182046Z
UID:25338-1692712800-1692723600@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-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:20260404T035047
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230812T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230812T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035047
CREATED:20230730T175057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230730T175057Z
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SUMMARY:Thoughts and Prayers Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:“Thoughts and Prayers”\, a collaborative outdoor installation by Martha Lewis and Margaret Roleke is now on display on the grounds at Five Points Arts Center. This piece made its debut in the fall of 2022 on Governor’s Island\, NYC; Margaret & Martha’s goal is to have Thoughts & Prayers tour the country\, to help incite better conversations about our collective relationship to weapons and violence in the United States. \nThe large\, cruciform structure was built by Roleke who painstakingly threaded\, then wrapped dozens of used shotgun shells around the armature\, to create a colorful\, texturally rich take on the Christian cross. The prayer flags were made by Lewis\, using crowd-sourced tee shirts hand-cut and stenciled with her custom messages. Every flag contains human DNA\, signs of wear\, and a past as the covering on a human torso. They act as fluttering surrogates\, protesting and bearing witness to each weaponized incident. Similarly\, Roleke’s shells\, sourced from various rifle ranges\, bear the marks of human touch and interaction – they are often bent and misshapen by use. Like Lewis’ flags\, they appear in a candy-colored array\, giving the work a polychromatic\, full-spectrum presence\, further evoking the vivid diversity of us\, here in the USA. \nAccompanying the installation is a site\, located in an adjacent tree stump\, where the public can share their own messages about gun control and gun violence. These may be added to future iterations of the project\, shifting the voice of the project to a collective chorus. \n  \nMargaret Roleke is a sculptor and mixed media artist based in Easton\, CT.\, and Brooklyn. Much of her work deals with important social issues including gun violence. She currently has several large-scale outdoor sculptures on view in New England including The Norwalk Art Space\, The Camp Gallery in Westport\, and at AirPort in Kingston\, NY. Roleke’s work has been exhibited widely in galleries and museums. Find out more at www.margaretroleke.com and follow her on Instagram at @margaretroleke \nMartha Willette Lewis is a visual artist whose practice intersects science\, technology\, history\, and human knowledge. Her recent projects tackle such topics as Quantum Physics\, The Climate Crisis\, Politics\, Misogyny\, and Memory. Lewis’s work has been exhibited widely in galleries and museums in the USA and Europe. Lewis has artwork on paper at Central Booking Gallery\, Planthouse Gallery\, and the Pierogi Flatfile\, all in New York. More can be found at www.Marthalewis.com and on Instagram at @marthawillettelewis
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/thoughts-and-prayers-opening-reception/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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SUMMARY:August Plein Air Painting with Janet Iffland
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Janet Iffland \nDate: Saturday\, August 12\, 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 August weekend date will be the first 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/august-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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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T180000
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SUMMARY:Intro to Using a Digital Microscope to Create Art\, Changing Hearts and Minds - How and Why
DESCRIPTION:Join Susan Hackett\, artist in residence at Five Points Arts Center\, for a campus walk and studio exploration. These workshops will be hybrid days spent both in the woods and fields surrounding the Five Points Arts 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 4×6″ photo paper. \nThursday\, August 10\, 3-6 PM \nSaturday\, August 12\, 10-1 PM \nTuesday\, August 15\, 2-5 PM \nSaturday\, August 19\, 10-1 PM \nTuesday\, August 22\, 2-5 PM \nThursday\, August 24\, 3-6 PM \n  \nTo register: click here
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/intro-to-using-a-digital-microscope-to-create-art-changing-hearts-and-minds-how-and-why/2023-08-10/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230805T140000
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SUMMARY:Japanese Boro/Sashiko Embroidery
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Barbara Asher \nDate: Saturday\, August 5\, 2023 \nTime: 10AM – 2PM \nMember: $72.00 \nNon-Member: $80.00 \nAges: 15 and up \nThis workshop brings together the qualities of mindfulness and recycling. In this workshop\, participants will be introduced to the Japanese art of Boro/Sashiko. Translated\, boro means “scraps” and sashiko\, “little stabs.” \nThe Art of Boro/Sashiko\, currently a high fashion trend due to the conciousness of reducing waste\, was originally born out of the needs for recycling and frugality of the working class during the Edo period. The garment repair craft was comprised of piecing several layers of torn indigo fabrics in order to give them superior strength and utility. The stitching gave the garment strength and it’s distinctive look. Garments such as this were often passed down from generation to generation creating a living and enduring work of art. \nTO REGISTER: click here
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/japanese-boro-sashiko-embroidery/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230805T140000
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SUMMARY:Stained-Glass Quilt Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Sarah Segovia \nDate: Saturday\, August 5\, 2023 \nTime: 10AM – 2PM \nAges: 16 and up \nMembers: $72.00 \nNon-Members: $80.00 \nIn this workshop\, students will learn the basic techniques of the copper-foil method of stained-glass to make their own quilt square panel. You will choose from several pattern choices and many glass color and texture options to create your very own unique artwork. In this beginning stained-glass class\, the basic techniques of the copper foil method of stained-glass will be discussed. 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-quilt-workshop/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T123000
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SUMMARY:Summer/Fall Open Figure Drawing
DESCRIPTION:Uninstructed Figure Drawing Sessions\nDates: Wednesday mornings\, August – November \nTime: 10AM – 12:30PM \nAges: 18+ \nCost: $16.00 PER SESSION for Early Registration online (24 hours before session) \n$18 PER SESSION for Drop-in \nPractice your figure drawing skills during this weekly drop-in workshop. Each session will begin with warm up gesture drawings\, and will include a variety of longer poses. No instruction is provided\, and artists will need to bring their own materials. Suggested materials include: charcoal\, graphite\, colored pencils\, pens\, watercolors\, and newsprint or sketchpads. All skill levels are welcome! \n  \nTO REGISTER: click here
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/summer-fall-open-figure-drawing/2023-08-02/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230729T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230729T160000
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SUMMARY:Anthotype Workshop: Forage and Print
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Anne Eder \nDate: Saturday\, July 29\, 2023 \nTime: 10 AM – 4 PM \nMember: $198.00 \nNon-Member: $220.00 \nThe medium of photography is not generally environmentally friendly\, but in this workshop\, participants will explore the wonderful and less toxic world of plant-based printing! Anthotypes are a nineteenth century process first explored by Sir John Herschel\, who also gave us cyanotypes and the word “photography.” There is not much that is more romantic or intriguing than using the natural light sensitivity of plants to create prints and seeing your images emerge from an emulsion of fragrant rose petals or nutritious chard! \nTO REGISTER: CLICK HERE
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/anthotype-workshop-forage-and-print-2/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230729T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T143448Z
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SUMMARY:Drypoint Printmaking
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Carol Wax \nDates: Saturday and Sunday\, July 29-30\, 2023 \nTimes: 10AM – 4PM \nMembers $225.00 \nNon- Members $250.00 \n\nThe goal of this workshop is to explore a wide range of linear\, tonal\, and textural effects\, possibly using an array of tools and drypoint techniques. Instruction is designed to meet varied artistic styles\, cover the basics for beginners\, and offer new approaches to drypoint that experienced printmakers may not have previously considered.  Individual needs and interests are addressed through one-on-one coaching on the most appropriate uses of these techniques for developing one’s visions. \nDrypoint encompasses a wide range of techniques for incising images directly on copper plates without the use of acid. The ability to work tonally and linearly\, using additive and deductive approaches\, makes drypoint one of the most spontaneous and versatile printmaking mediums.  In this workshop\, participants learn how to use scribes\, roulettes\, stipplers\, gravers\, and other metalsmithing tools to draw richly textured linear and nuanced tonal images. Uses of drypoint and carborundum for creating grounds that may be worked in the mezzotint manner are also covered. Individual attention gives beginners solid introduction\, helps experienced printmakers expand their approach to the medium\, and allows all participants to work at their own pace. \n\nTo Register: click here
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/drypoint-printmaking/2023-07-29/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230729T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230729T140000
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SUMMARY:Experimental Drawing - Drawing Differently
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Mari Skarp-Bogli \nDate: Saturday\, July 29\, 2023 \nTime: 10AM – 2PM \nMember: $90.00 \nNon-Member: $100.00 \nAre you tired of drawing the same subject matter? Would you like to try new drawing mediums using different techniques? During this workshop\, an unusual and carefully curated still-life will be provided to visually delight and inspire creativity. Students will be guided by an instructor well versed in experimental drawing materials and techniques. \n  \nTo Register: click here
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/experimental-drawing-drawing-differently/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230717T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230728T160000
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CREATED:20230405T140151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T145633Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Art Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Session One: July 17-July 21 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.\nSession Two: July 24-July 28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. \nCost:   $450.00 per session (FREE with Scholarship Opportunity) \nCalling Young Artists!! \nThanks to a very generous grant from the Donald A. Pels Charitable Trust Fund\, Five Points Arts is excited to offer two sessions of creative fun workshops exploring Printmaking and Alternative Photography for FREE.  One scholarship per participant per session will be offered on a first come first-served basis until June 30\, 2023. After that date\, individuals may apply for a second session. Lunchtime activities will be held daily from 12 noon – 1 p.m. \nPrintmaking: An introduction to wood cut\, linoleum\, monotype and bookmaking processes \nAlternative Photography: An introduction to processes which combine new technology with traditional historic methods \nAll Materials will be supplied by the Five Points Arts Center.
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/summer-art-workshops/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230327T184654Z
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SUMMARY:Coil Basketry
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Arnethia Douglas  \nDate: Saturday\, June 24th\, 2023 \nTime: 9AM – 4PM \nMembers: $54.00  \nNon-Members: $60.00 \nRegistration Close Date: 06/19/23 12PM \nDescription: \nArtists are invited to explore the ancient art of coiled basketry. The art of basket making can be used for the creation of daily utilitarian and decorative forms which could evolve into complex sculptural pieces. Basketry can be a very meditative and calming process; therefore\, an energy exercise will also be introduced at the beginning of class. During this workshop\, participants will be learning the figure eight and mariposa stitch to create a basket 6”x 6″ in class. \nTo Register: click here
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/coil-basketry/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T160000
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CREATED:20221117T215707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T184138Z
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SUMMARY:PAINTING THE ORGANIC STILL LIFE WITH GRACE DEVITO
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Grace DeVito\nDates: Saturday and Sunday\, June 24 & 25\, 2023\nTime: 9 AM – 4 PM\nJoin nationally acclaimed artist Grace DeVito for a 2-day oil painting workshop “Painting the Organic Still Life”. Learn her process of multi layered still life painting by lecture\, demonstration and critiques. Focus will be given to paint application and creating form. Individual instruction will be given throughout the workshop. For Intermediate and advanced painters. There will be various curated set ups to work from or bring your own favorite organic elements. Workshop format: 9:00-12:00 Demo and lecture 12:00-1:00 Lunch break 1:00-4:00 pm. Students paint as Grace gives individual critiques. Day one will cover the block in and first layer. Day two will be focused on refinement. \nRegister: https://fivepointsarts.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/fivepointsarts/event.jsp?event=473&
URL:https://fivepointsarts.org/event/painting-the-organic-still-life-with-grace-devito/2023-06-24/
LOCATION:Five Points Arts Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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