Thursday, 01 Sep 2011
Poster Sale
Thousands of choices from art prints and movies to music and pop culture. Proceeds from the sale support art programs at the Memorial Union.
Relationships: Interstitial Connections Reception
Pamela White, College of Human Sciences Dean, along with the faculty in Integrated Studio Arts invite you to join them in celebrating the exhibition, "Relationships: Interstitial Connections," at the Brunnier Art Museum. Enjoy light refreshments, conversation, and a brief program at 5:15 p.m. with remarks from Dean White, College of Design Dean Luis Rico-Gutierrez, and faculty exhibition coordinator Ingrid Lilligren.
Woodshop Orientation with Dan Neubauer
For the beginner who wants to learn the fundamentals of woodworking equipment.
Drawing with Sean Roper
Develop your drawing skills through exercises which will teach you the techniques of: line, perspective, light and shadow, and composition. Gain confidence in your abilities.
Screenprinting with Pilar Macek
Create custom designed t-shirts yourself! Learn the basics of screen printing.
Friday, 02 Sep 2011
Poster Sale
Thousands of choices from art prints and movies to music and pop culture. Proceeds from the sale support art programs at the Memorial Union.
Performance: Deuces Wild Dueling Pianos
A fund-raiser for the Ames Foundation's ongoing beautification projects in Ames. The Deuces Wild show offers comedy, audience participation and a mix of parodies and music that includes rock, country, rap and show tunes. Doors open at 7 p.m.
Tuesday, 06 Sep 2011
Watercolors in the Garden: The figure in the landscape
Join Jo Myers-Walker of the Left Bank Studio in Gilbert, Iowa as she teaches a series of ten classes on watercolors while being inspired by the surrounding gardens. Classes will focus on the figure in the landscape taking inspiration from tree and bonsai. Participants will get to showcase their art during the Bonsai Show on Saturday, October 8th. All skill levels welcome.
Tuesday Tea at the Farm House Museum - Victorian Games
Come to the Farm House Museum to enjoy tea and conversation about all things Farm House. Mark your calendar from 12:00 pm-1:00 pm and enjoy the 150 year old structure in a whole new way. Check the University Museums website to learn what the discussion topic will be. Can't make it at noon? The Farm House will be serving tea from 12 to 4 pm on Tuesdays so stop in any time. Reservations not required. www.museums.iastate.edu
Mat Cutting with Amy Dreyer
Learn to mat a picture; from size mat you need, to cutting straight and beveled edges, to mounting.
Wednesday, 07 Sep 2011
Felted Beads with Annihka Murray
Learn to use a wet felting technique to create uniquely colorful and textured beads perfect for jewelry.
Thursday, 08 Sep 2011
Brown Bag Lecture
"Insect Invaders -- They're Coming." by Laura Jesse, Plant & Insect Diagnostic Clinic
Object Lessons: Planning Public Art
There are over 350 public art programs in the United States, all with their own unique mission and collection. Join University Museums Director and Chief Curator Lynette Pohlman as she shares her experiences and challenges of planning public art using the Art on Campus Collection as a case study. Object Lessons is a monthly hands on experience and conversation about what we can learn by looking at art.
Sunday, 11 Sep 2011
"Create Peace" T-Shirts for 11 Days of Global Unity
The Workspace is participating in the 11 days of peace. Come to the Workspace with a t-shirt and we will screenprint our custom "Create Peace" design on it for $2. (Readymade shirts available for $8)
Tango Practica
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.
Tango Practica
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. From 5 - 7pm the dance floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie and working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time.
Monday, 12 Sep 2011
"Create Peace" T-Shirts for 11 Days of Global Unity
The Workspace is participating in the 11 days of peace. Come to the Workspace with a t-shirt and we will screenprint our custom "Create Peace" design on it for $2. (Readymade shirts available for $8)
Opening reception: "Tana-Bana" exhibit
"Tana-Bana: A Celebration of Indian Textiles," is an exhibit of colors, weaves and designs of traditional textiles from India.
Copper Fold Earrings with Anna Blake
Create a beautiful set of organic copper earrings, and learn metal working techniques.
Natural Elements in Metal Clay with Rhonda Scott
Create beautiful naturally derived pendants or earrings with "painted on" bronze.
Tuesday, 13 Sep 2011
Floral Design Series
"Garden Style Arrangements" - These designs feature a variety of flowers that look just-picked from the garden making it the perfect accent for any home. It's sure to please the nature lover or avid gardener.
Watercolors in the Garden: The figure in the landscape
Join Jo Myers-Walker of the Left Bank Studio in Gilbert, Iowa, as she teaches a series of 10 classes on watercolors while being inspired by the surrounding gardens. Classes will focus on the figure in the landscape taking inspiration from tree and bonsai. Participants will get to showcase their art during the Bonsai Show on Saturday, Oct. 8. All skill levels welcome.
Tuesday Tea: Victorian Education
Come to the Farm House Museum to enjoy tea and conversation about all things Farm House. Mark your calendar from noon-1 p.m. and enjoy the 150-year-old structure in a whole new way. Check the University Museums website to learn what the discussion topic will be. Can't make it at noon? The Farm House will be serving tea from noon to 4 p.m. on Tuesdays. Reservations not required.
"Create Peace" T-Shirts for 11 Days of Global Unity
The Workspace is participating in the 11 days of peace. Come to the Workspace with a t-shirt and we will screenprint our custom "Create Peace" design on it for $2. (Readymade shirts available for $8)
Floral Design Series
Learn the basics of floral design while creating beautiful arrangements to take home.
Woodshop Orientation with Dan Neubauer
For the beginner who wants to learn the fundamentals of woodworking equipment.
Belly Dance Foundation with Lisa Rich McKelvey (Shiara)
Build a strong vocabulary of basic dance movements that can be used for ANY style of belly dance!
Silk Painting with Eleni Achirazoglou
Use resist and dye to create beautiful images on a silk scarf.
Belly Dance Fundamentals with Lisa Rich McKelvey (Shiara)
Continue to build your movement repertoire and include new concepts like level changes and layering techniques to allow more options for personal expression.
Belly Dance Focus with Lisa Rich McKelvey (Shiara)
Explore different belly dance styles, learn advanced concepts, combinations and choreography plus include the use of dance props as appropriate.