Art Demos At Rockville Memorial Library

Judith Heartsong in her studio

VisArts goes next door to a neighbor! Several artists are bringing their skills to the Rockville Memorial Library for a very special program, Reading and the Arts: An End of Summer Celebration for Children and Their Families on August 21, 2010 from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM.

Two separate programs will include story readings from art-related picture books. The first story time will be in the morning at 10:30 AM and the next at noon. The art demos will follow the storytimes.

At 11 AM until noon, the first set of demonstrations will feature Karen Askin showing basic wheel and clay techniques, Judith HeartSong demonstrating watercolor still life, and Anne Sanderoff-Walker showing weaving techniques on a studio loom as she makes a scarf. If you are interested in reading more about Judith and Anne’s work, read my Rockville Living article Handcrafted Locally And Destined to Last A Lifetime where I featured their work.

Anne Sanderoff-Walker with her loom

The second set of demonstrations, beginning at 12:30 PM, includes Eileen Martin’s fused glass, Bertrand Mao’s Chinese calligraphy and traditional Chinese painting, and Janet Barnard’s table loom weaving. When I’ve visited Eileen’s studio I’ve stared in awe at how she masterfully bends glass.

All these passionate artists are sure to inspire the kids AND the adults. Together they are crossing innovative frontiers in the art world. Free opportunities to witness their talents should never be missed.

Sponsored by the Rockville Chapter of the Friends of the Library and VisArts, the event will also include snacks and prizes. Registration is not necessary.

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