Modern Abstractions
Modern Abstractions: Japanese Prints from the Joy and Timothy Light Collection The year 2020 marks the 10th anniversary of the Joy Light Gallery of Asian Art. Modern Abstractions: Japanese Prints…
Book Discussion
Edmund de Waal is a world-famous ceramicist. Having spent thirty years making beautiful pots which are then sold, collected, and handed on he has a particular sense of the secret lives of objects.
Silver Etching
Learn how to etch sterling silver and transfer designs to be etched on sterling silver. Etchings may then be highlighted with a patina. From the pieces you create, you can make earrings and/or a pendant.
Through the Years
Through the Years: Selections from Our Asian Collection Through the Years: Selections from the Asian Art Collection is an expanded reflection on the KIAs holdings of East Asian art collected…
Framing Moments: Photography from the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
Curated by renowned author, curator, historian, and photographer Dr. Deborah Willis, Professor and Chair of the Department of Photography & Imaging at the Tisch School of the Arts at New…
Professional Practices for Artists: Finding Artists’ Opportunities
Dive into some tactics for finding opportunities as well as reviewing some of the common documents and items needed to apply. Come to this class prepared to meet fellow artists, brainstorm, and receive solid information about the first steps in developing your career in the arts.
Earring Geometry
This workshop utilizes minimal tools and jewelry wire to create simple and impactful designs. Students will be introduced to wire working to create geometric hoops, custom earwires, and dangling focals…
Intro to the Drop Spindle
Whether spinning has just piqued your interest or you’ve mastered the wheel and want something more portable, the drop spindle offers a simple, affordable, and compact tool for creating handspun…
Stacking Rings
Texture, size and solder three stacking rings! Make one ring with sterling silver and two with copper, brass or bronze.
Chase Away the Winter Blues: Drawing, Painting or Photographing in the Greenhouse
Allay the winter blues by drawing, painting or photographing beautiful plants and flowers in River Street Flowerland’s greenhouse. Individual instruction will be provided.