Mia Muse - Ceramics Figurative Workshop with Suzy Birstein
Location: Greece: Skopelos
Term: Fall
Dates: September 9th - 24th, 2011
The Skopelos Foundation for the Arts
P.O. Box 56 Skopelos, 37003 Greece
Description
Envision your "Inner Muse" under the creative guidance of ceramist Suzy Birstein famed artist for the 2008 Academy Awards nominees - on the enchanting island of Skopelos, Greece where "Mamma Mia" was filmed!
Suzy is coming back to Skopelos for a second time after a transformational figurative sculpture program for nine incredible muses! In 2011, Suzy will continue to share her love of Colour, Form and Muse.
Suzy will demonstrate her ceramic hand building techniques combining textures, slabs, coils and pinching to create imaginative sculptures, masks and wearable art. Students will have hands on experience creating and discovering their artistic process. After the work is fired, experiment with Suzy's unique multi-surface combination of fired under glazes and glazes
alongside painted and patina'd surfaces.
Highlights
Under the Skopelos sun, we will create time to discuss participants' concepts of
MUSE and MYTH, enhanced by the evocative ambiance of Skopelos.
We will experience local music, food, artists, museums, architecture as
well as exploring gorgeous beaches and hikes into nature...
Our vision will grow as we make visible the synthesis of Clay, Color, Concept and Culture.
All skill levels are welcome!
Travel Types
- Vacation Packages
Degree Level
Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)
Cost in US$:
$1800.00`
Cost Includes:
Cost Include Description:
Opening/Closing dinner, all breakfasts and some supplies.
Credit Available
no
This Program is open to
Worldwide Participant.
Typical Living Arrangements
- Independent living
Participants Travel to Greece
Independently
Application Process Involves
- Phone/Video Interview
The Skopelos Foundation for the Arts's Mission Statement
The Skopelos Foundation for the Arts promotes the visual, performing and literary arts and education in the arts through cultural exchanges. Guided by Hellenic history and culture, the Foundation will promote artistic dialogue between the Greek, American and international communities of artists.
Year Founded
1999
