Wednesday, 14 Sep 2011
Artist-in-residence Sarah Grant of Sticks, Inc.
September 14th through the 16th principal artist and founder of Sticks, Inc. Sarah Grant will create an installation within the atrium of Horticulture Hall on the Iowa State University campus. Grant will take up residency to draw within the space where her work will be installed as part of the Horticulture Teaching and Research Greenhouse Complex construction project.
ArtWalk-Gerdin Business Building
Join Dorothy Witter, interpretation specialist, for a tour of the Art on Campus in the Gerdin Business Building. This semester's ArtWalks focus on the Thousand Words Project, which asks members of the Iowa State Community to re-interpret works of art in the Art on Campus Collection.
"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)
Acrylic Painting Sara Merrit
Learn basic color theory as well as painting from both life and photograph.
Thursday, 15 Sep 2011
Artist-in-residence Sarah Grant of Sticks, Inc.
September 14th through the 16th principal artist and founder of Sticks, Inc. Sarah Grant will create an installation within the atrium of Horticulture Hall on the Iowa State University campus. Grant will take up residency to draw within the space where her work will be installed as part of the Horticulture Teaching and Research Greenhouse Complex construction project.
Behind the Scenes
"Architecture in the Gardens"
"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)
Photo Field Trip: Campus Scavenger Hunt with Anastasia Whited
Join in on a visual scavenger hunt by capturing scenes around the ISU campus that interpret a provided list of words. Make new discoveries in a familiar location while stretching your creative muscles!
Reception: "Fresh Fotos: My First Year Experience" exhibit
This reception celebrates last year's participants in the "Fresh Fotos" exhibit, and introduces the freshmen continuing the tradition this year.
The Thinking Eye, the Seeing Brain
What can research tell us about how we design and interpret our visual world? Research in cognitive psychology is unlocking the mysteries of what many call the last frontier of science: the human mind and brain. Join Eric Cooper, associate professor in Psychology, as he shares his research on visual cognition.
Friday, 16 Sep 2011
Artist-in-residence Sarah Grant of Sticks, Inc.
September 14th through the 16th principal artist and founder of Sticks, Inc. Sarah Grant will create an installation within the atrium of Horticulture Hall on the Iowa State University campus. Grant will take up residency to draw within the space where her work will be installed as part of the Horticulture Teaching and Research Greenhouse Complex construction project.
Performance: Hot Club of San Francisco
Hot Club of San Francisco Presents Cinema Vivant, featuring vintage films: There It Is, Charley Bowers (1928) The Mascot, Ladislaw Starewicz (1933)
Performance: Hot Club of San Francisco
Hot Club of San Francisco Presents Cinema Vivant, featuring vintage films: There It Is, Charley Bowers (1928) The Mascot, Ladislaw Starewicz (1933)
Saturday, 17 Sep 2011
"Little Dresses for Africa" Work Day
Simple dresses made out of pillowcases provide relief and hope for the children of Africa. We will provide the supplies, but can use the hands of volunteers to assist with making the dresses.
Garden Ceramic Painting: Making Old Ceramics New
Join artist Calee Himes, owner of chimesdesign, as she shows you how to create whimsical illustrations of plants and butterflies on old ceramic mugs. You can use this technique to create permanent illustrations on your own, dated ceramic dishes. This unique approach to re-using and recycling will bring a smile to your face each time you have a cup of coffee! All materials are included and all skill levels are welcome
"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)
Sunday, 18 Sep 2011
"Little Dresses for Africa" Work Day
Simple dresses made out of pillowcases provide relief and hope for the children of Africa. We will provide the supplies, but can use the hands of volunteers to assist with making the dresses.
"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, 19 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)
Camera Basics with Luke Healey
Your camera works fine as a "point and shoot" but do you want to take even better pictures? Learn how in this class as you look at photo basics with the digital camera in mind.
Mixed Metal Clay with Rhonda Scott
Use a combination of copper, bronze and silver metal clays to create jewelry components that can be used as charms, for earrings or a pendant.
Tuesday, 20 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. Sign up for one class or all ten!
Tuesday Tea: Victorian Architecture
Come to the Farm House Museum to enjoy tea and conversation about all things Farm House. Mark your calendar from noon to 1 p.m. and enjoy the 150-year-old structure in a whole new way. Check the University Museums website to learn the discussion topic. 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)
Bookshelves with Dan Neubauer
Everyone could use another set of book shelves - why not customize yours? Create basic shelves in dimensions that suit your needs.
Wednesday, 21 Sep 2011
"Create Peace" T-Shirts for 11 Days of Global Unity
Last day to 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)
Concert: ISU Wind Ensemble
Michael Golemo, conductor
Recycled Glass Necklace with Terrie Hoefer
Create glass elements and learn to knot them together with hemp, accent beads and copper wire for a trendy, Bohemian necklace.