Kimball Art Center

Park City, Utah Art Center

Sunday

Plein Air Painting: Personalizing the Landscape

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This three-day plein air landscape painting workshop will focus on formal painting concepts and nurturing individuality. 

Particular emphasis will be placed on understanding color to build form and space that is truthful to one’s experiences of the landscape, through tone and temperature, but is also a personal representation. Students will practice the  balance of finding solidity & structure with spontaneity and expression, while embracing the adventure of plein air painting.  

The three day course will start in the studio with a presentation of key concepts. Then each day the class will meet offsite to paint, learn and receive feedback. 

Prior oil painting experience recommended.

Plein Air Painting_ Personalizing the Landscape Material List 2024

KAC Lesson Plan_Rickert 2024

all images seen here can be credited to Pat Nabong  (@plsgouacheyourhands on social media).

 

Throwing Large Forms and Surface Decoration

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In this two-day workshop, expect to learn how to create large forms on the potter’s wheel and explore surface decoration using Sgraffito and Mishima techniques through demonstrations and hands-on practice. On Day 1, you’ll focus on working with large, stacked forms using porcelain. On Day 2, you’ll learn to apply surface decoration techniques, including Sgraffito and Mishima. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have gained new skills to create larger pieces and incorporate unique imagery into your pottery. This class is for intermediate & advanced wheel throwers.

Workshop Agenda- Matt Conlon Large Forms & Sgraffito_ Mishima

Matt Conlon Website

Artist Statement 2024

Artist Bio 2024

Advancing your Glaze Game Workshop

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Advancing your Glaze Game is a two-day in-depth workshop on developing strategies and styles for those with beginner to advanced ceramic experience. Students should expect to gain a broad understanding of how glaze and surface materials are structured, application techniques, and troubleshooting post-fired work. The workshop will include related research and examples while encouraging experimentation and group collaboration.

Surface techniques for greenware work will include using colored clay, underglazes, slips, and other pre-bisque options. Glaze applications will include layering interaction, creating depth and texture, glaze mistakes, and refiring work. Students should come with an understanding of the basics of working in clay. Attendees are highly encouraged to bring at least one bisque piece for testing techniques. 

AGENDA:

Day 1: 10am – 5pm (with break for lunch)

  • Presentation and Group Think on developing research, strategy, and style for your work
  • Technical Approaches in the Greenware State
    • Colored clay
    • Underglazes, slips, washes, stains
    • Pre-bisque decisions & finishing your work with glazing in mind

Day 2: 10am – 5pm (with break for lunch)

  • Presentation and Group Think on understanding “what is a glaze”
  • Technical Approaches to Glaze Layering
    • Variations in Glaze Interaction
    • Creating Depth & Texture
    • Troubleshooting, glaze mistakes, refiring
    • Post-glaze techniques

Family Friendly: Menorahs in Clay

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Craft your personalized Menorah from clay! Discover the art of crafting Menorahs in diverse and creative ways, exploring shapes, designs, textures, and glazes to fashion a unique piece.

Once completed, your Menorah will be fired and ready for pick-up within 7-14 days after your class. Please note that shipping for class work is unavailable. Kindly ensure timely retrieval within 60 days to avoid recycling. The price is per project, and we welcome kids under 12 when accompanied by an adult. Join us for an enriching experience in shaping your very own Menorah, a beautiful addition to your festive celebrations!

Family Friendly: Creation Station with KAC Staff at Kimball Arts Festival

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Creation Station with KAC Staff 

At the Park City Kimball Arts Festival’s Town Lift Plaza, immerse yourself in the Creation Station! Youth can enjoy art-making activities with a $5 ticket, covering two take-home art projects. Additionally, free activities such as the Scavenger Hunt and collaborative art installations are available for everyone to join.

August 1st : 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

August 2nd : 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM 

August 3rd: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM











Family Friendly Workshop: Menorahs in Clay

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Craft your personalized Menorah from clay! Discover the art of crafting Menorahs in diverse and creative ways, exploring shapes, designs, textures, and glazes to fashion a unique piece.

Once completed, your Menorah will be fired and ready for pick-up within 7-14 days after your class. Please note that shipping for class work is unavailable. Kindly ensure timely retrieval within 60 days to avoid recycling. The price is per project, and we welcome kids under 12 when accompanied by an adult. Join us for an enriching experience in shaping your very own Menorah, a beautiful addition to your festive celebrations!