Tuesday, 03 Sep 2013
Craft of the Month: Scrabble Tile Pendants and Magnets
Using patterned paper create a glossy tile that can be turned into a pendant or magnet. Walk in during open hours the month of September.
Wednesday, 04 Sep 2013
Artful Yoga
Build strength, endurance, and balance in a yoga class that will leave you feeling relaxed and centered. Behind all of those sore muscles you may find patience, peace, and a stronger mind/body connection. No yoga experience is necessary, but please bring your own mat. This free yoga practice is sponsored by the University Museums and Recreation Services.
Drawing Class
Take this opportunity to learn and develop drawing skills, whether you are a beginner who likes to doodle or an artist with experience. Students will be guided through a variety of exercises to enhance your drawing technique including: line, perspective, light and shadow, and composition, while developing hand-eye coordination and confidence.
Concert: Matthew Coley with Matthew Andreini & Gabor Palotas Percussion Duo, Iowa/Hungary Percussion Project
Matthew Coley is a marimba, percussion, and hammer dulcimer artist, composer, and clinician. He is instructor in the Music Department.
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival is a student run improv troupe on campus. They perform in the M-Shop on various Wednesdays during the semester. Grandma Mojo's is the best and cheapest date on campus - admission is only $1!
Thursday, 05 Sep 2013
Screenprinting Class
Learn an inexpensive way to create custom t-shirts. Using your own design, learn to make a screen with the photographic emulsion method. Bring in your shirts and print away! This class is required in order to use the Workspace screenprinting equipment on your own.
Comedian: Eric Andre
Eric Andre is an up-and-coming comedian who has appeared on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon. He also appears in the recent blockbuster The Internship. Doors at 8:30 p.m.
Friday, 06 Sep 2013
Paint Your Own Pottery: Mug Night
Join us for a fun exploration of techniques in "painting" bisque. We have mugs of all sizes and styles for your favorite beverage ready to be personalized by you. We will have samples for inspiration but your own ideas are always welcome too. Studio fee is $4 for ISU and $5 for public to attend plus the cost of the bisque you select.
Concert: George Work, cello -Lecture Recital Britten Solo Cello Suites
Faculty member George Work Lecture Recital Britten Solo Cello Suites
Sunday, 08 Sep 2013
Soapmaking Class
Make quality, handmade soap from scratch using the cold process. Learn the step by-by-step process - from the selection of oils and fragrances and calculating lye amounts to picking out equipment. Lye safety will be emphasized (there are no pre-made synthetic bases in this class!) A messy but fun process so wear old clothing with a long-sleeved shirt. Leave class with about 1.5 pounds of soap.
Fanfare Concert
Opening concert of the ISU Music department featuring the ISU Music Faculty
Argentine Tango
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. From 4 - 5pm moves for beginners are introduced with a different figure each week along with techniques for dancing better.
Monday, 09 Sep 2013
Afternoon Acrylic Painting Class
Learn basic color theory as well as painting from both life and photograph. Techniques will include monochromatic painting, full color application, and glazing. This course is for painters of all levels and students will share supplies.
Wheel Pottery Class
Students will be guided through all aspects of forming bowls, mugs, vases and more on the pottery wheel. Learn hand-pulling, glazing and finishing techniques. Open to absolute beginners as well as those with experience who would like to improve their technique and abilities.
Mat Cutting Class
Learn to size mats, cut straight and beveled edges, and hinge mount artwork. Bring a 5 x 7 or smaller art piece with you to class. This class is required in order to use the mat cutter on your own.
Woodshop Orientation Class
For the beginner who wants to learn the fundamentals of woodworking equipment. Proper usage of the machinery will be covered, as well as woodshop safety.
Tuesday, 10 Sep 2013
Glass Beads Class
Learn the process of sculpting glass rods by heating and melting the glass in the flame of a gas-powered torch. After practice, your lampworking skills will allow you to create pieces with detail and complexity that you can use in jewelry or other decorative ways.
Open Mic Night
Open mic night gives students the chance to show off their talents to their fellow students. Many are musicians, comedians, and poets. So come on out and show us what kind of talents you have.
Wednesday, 11 Sep 2013
ArtWalk: Following in the Footsteps of Greatness
Join University Museums on a journey across campus as we follow in the footsteps of one of our most prominent alumni, George Washington Carver. We'll take a historic stroll to examine the campus through the lens of this legend of agriculture. Meet your guide in front of the Sloss Women's Center, east of the Campanile.
Artful Yoga
Build strength, endurance, and balance in a yoga class that will leave you feeling relaxed and centered. Behind all of those sore muscles you may find patience, peace, and a stronger mind/body connection. No yoga experience is necessary, but please bring your own mat. This free yoga practice is sponsored by the University Museums and Recreation Services.
Metalworking Class
Learn the basics of metalsmithing in this class including how to work with different types of metal, how to safely use tools, and techniques such as sawing, drilling, forming, chasing, annealing and riveting. Students will complete one or two projects depending on complexity. Pendants, earrings and bangle bracelets are just a few of the possibilities!
Middle Eastern Belly Dance Class
Come explore the music and movements of the Middle East with Shiara, an accomplished performer, choreographer and instructor, as your guide. Learn the basic movements used for any style of belly dance as well as a short dance routine that will help to solidify these concepts. Be sure to bring a scarf or shawl to tie around your hips and get ready to shake up your Wednesday night routine!
Intermediate Middle Eastern Belly Dance Class
Expand your understanding, increase your movement vocabulary and explore your personal expression! Examine a variety of concepts to gain a greater mastery of belly dance as well. With practice you will find the ease with which the moves can be executed in the body and how everything is intimately connected with the music to produce a final product.
Thursday, 12 Sep 2013
Tyler Farr (Country)
Tyler Farr was born and raised in the small town of Garden City, Missouri. The singer was first introduced to country music at age 16, when he spent a summer on the road with his stepfather, who played lead guitar for country icon George Jones. Farr grew to love country music, and he decided to make the move to Nashville to pursue a career as an artist.
Friday, 13 Sep 2013
Paint Your Own Pottery: Bubble Painting
Join us for a fun exploration of techniques in "painting" bisque. This one involves blowing bubbles like when you were a kid, but we do it with a straw and paint. The popped bubbles show up and make interesting patterns on the finished pieces. We will have samples for inspiration but your own ideas are always welcome too. Studio fee is $4 for ISU and $5 for public to attend plus the cost of the bisque you select.
Caroline Glaser
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Sunday, 15 Sep 2013
Argentine Tango Practica
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Monday, 16 Sep 2013
Welcome Reception for Mary Petersen
Join hosts First Lady of Iowa State University Janet Leath and University Museums Member Virginia Slater for a reception in the Christian Petersen Art Museum welcoming Mary Petersen, daughter of ISU's Christian Petersen and his wife Charlotte. The public is invited to attend, greet Mary, and share their stories of the Petersen family and experiences with Christian Petersen's sculpture. Light refreshments will be served.
Cocktail Table and Tray Class
Impress your guests with a hand-made cocktail table and tray at your next gathering. Using 2 x 4's as the basic building blocks beginner students will gain confidence in using power tools in the woodshop. More experienced students can work with Dan to go beyond the basics on their project. Option to make it bar or lounge height depending on your needs.
Digital Camera Basics Class
Long shots and short shots: everyone wants to take a good photograph. Learn the basics of using your Digital SLR camera including settings, speeds, lighting and composition. Students will explore campus to use their new skills shooting photographs of their favorite sites and share those photographs to discuss technique, composition and design.