A portion of the sales from this event will be donated to EGAD's Outdoor Mural Project. Come have fun while supporting the arts in Brevard!!
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A portion of the sales from this event will be donated to EGAD's Outdoor Mural Project. Come have fun while supporting the arts in Brevard!!
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Create a one of a kind personal masterpiece. We are hosting a 2 hour workshop taught by IRPG Director, Valerie Karas. In the workshop, you will form a unique puffy heart (approx 7" by 7"). The heart will be fired, glazed, and fired a second time, ready for pick up about two weeks later. This is a perfect piece for your walls, or for you to share as a special gift.
This workshop will be offered three separate times this month: April 2 from 6-8pm, April 23 from Noon-2pm, or April 23 from 6-8pm. Choose whichever time suits your schedule.
Bring friends, our workshops are held in our airy, friendly studio. We have a fantastic time together, and you'll love sharing this experience with others.
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Beginning May 2, IRPG will offer a class in Sculpture in Clay with instructor, Suzanne Peiffer. Gain knowledge of the proportions and basic anatomy of the human head to work toward a genuine likeness of the image. Suzanne guides you in the creation of your clay portrait with methods developed and practiced throughout her notable career as a sculptor and art educator. Suzanne balances her group demonstrations with plenty of individual attention at your workspace to promote a lasting grasp of the concepts and techniques presented. We are delighted to bring Suzanne's vast experience and talent to our class offerings. Class will run for five weeks, Wednesday mornings 9am-Noon, from May 2 - May 30. Class fee is $125, clay is additional. To register, please call Valerie 321-543-3645, or mail a check to IRPG at 1542 Guava Avenue, Melbourne, FL 32935. Thank you.
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Gather your friend(s) and reserve your space for our special GIRLS WITH HEART night out where no skill is required, just a desire to have a good time. You will hand build a puffy heart from clay using studio tools to decorate your masterpiece. I will glaze and fire them for you and they will be ready for pick up before Valentine's Day.
Date: January 30, 2012 (Monday) from 6-8:30 pm
Fee: $40
Register: By phone (321) 543-3645 or email vkaras@cfl.rr.com.
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Indian River Potters’ Guild Director Valerie Karas is pleased to announce the studio’s second annual juried art show on Friday, May 6th, creatively named “Cinco de Mug-o.” The Guild invites local ceramic artists to participate in their dynamic homage to the drinking vessel. Currently home to eight member artists, Indian River Potters’ Guild is an anchor in the Eau Gallie Arts District, where many community and family friendly events are held.
The Guild has called for all interested artists to create pieces celebrating the great history of the drinking vessel. The opening reception for the show, with its display of various mugs, cups and goblets will be May 6, 5:30 to 8:00pm, at Indian River Potters’ Guild, 1542 Guava Avenue, Eau Gallie Arts District.
Director/Owner Valerie Karas is characteristically full of enthusiasm for the upcoming activities of the Indian River Potters’ Guild, which celebrates its two-year anniversary in April. The studio is buzzing with the building, decorating and firing of the artists’ inspired work. On display will be functional, sculptural and whimsical ceramic mugs.
“Our studio continues to grow, offering ceramic artists and fledgling potters a creative and extremely well-equipped space to pursue their art. We are alway looking for new members, and are also offering classes to individuals wishing to explore this medium. We look forward to including artists from other studios and experiences. We hope to build upon the cooperative arts community developing in Brevard. We can’t wait to share the collection of talented work with our guests.” Karas states.
“Cinco de Mug-o” should provide art enthusiasts with the chance to see a diverse and exciting collection of pottery from artists all around Brevard County. The show will be available for viewing through May 27.
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