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Mine the power of language in the exhibition Robert Indiana: Beyond LOVE. Special guests Eric Scott and David Modler, of Journal Fodder Junkies, discuss their innovative approach to art journaling in a keynote address. Choose two breakout sessions and experience the magic that happens when image meets the written word. Learn how to use a visual journal to inspire, create, and engage with art.
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SESSION 1: Writing with Watercolor: A Springboard to Discovering Big ART Ideas
David Modler, Assistant Professor of Art & Coordinator of Art Education, Shepherd University
Beginning with your own writing, develop original ideas for artwork by transforming ordinary text into visually dynamic elements using water media.
SESSION 2: The Visual Journal in the Galleries
Eric Scott, Artist and Educator, Loudoun County Schools, Leesburg, Virginia
Look closely at the work of Robert Indiana and use the visual journal as a way to analyze and make meaning in what you are seeing. (Takes place in the exhibition.)
SESSION 3: Square Peg, Round Hole: Drawing Robert Indiana's Geometry
Mary Zocchi & Heidi Hunt-Ruiz, Preservice Teacher Program, Northwest Vista College
Robert Indiana combined geometric shapes to create perfectly symmetric compositions. Learn how to inscribe six figures into a circle using only a compass and straight edge.
SESSION 4: Old School: Exploring Vintage Typography
Norma Jeanne Maloney, Sign Painter, Red Rider Studios, Austin, Texas
Learn about the multi-layer process of sign painting and experiment with real lettering quills as you explore the world of commercial art that heavily informed the work of Robert Indiana.
Teachers receive three hours of continuing professional education credit. Space is limited and registration is required. Fee includes museum admission, light refreshments, image packet, and lesson plans. For more information, call 210.805.1768 or email [email protected]. Registration deadline: February 4, noon.
