Loca Arts Education ’ s printmaking class ( left ) taught by Carla Meberg and tile glazing workshop ( right ) led by Mike Tauber |
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OPPOSITE PAGE : COURTESY OF ARTIME BARRO ; THIS PAGE , TOP ROW : COURTESY OF LOCA ARTS EDUCATION ; MIDDLE : MARY HURLBUT ; BOTTOM : COURTESY OF REEM KHALIL |
Few cities the size of Laguna Beach offer as many art-making opportunities and exhibits to the public as this town does . Whether you ’ re interested in painting your first masterpiece or wine tasting while crafting , the classes and workshops offered throughout the city touch upon just about any creative modality you can think of , including painting , ceramics and mixed media pieces .
“ It is important to offer classes in the community because crafting allows you to explore your creativity ,” says Angelica Vogel , co-owner of Wine Craft , which serves up a variety of vino and art projects for guests to try . “… Being able to enjoy some great wine while crafting just makes it even more enjoyable .”
FESTIVAL FUN During the summer months , taking a class during one of the local festivals is a great way to add art to an afternoon in Laguna Beach . Visitors can explore the grounds , shop and experience art being made by exhibitors , then try their hand at making a piece of their own .
“ Many of our classes are taught by professional artists who exhibit in the show ,” says Franky Duschane , director of marketing and public relations for Sawdust Art Festival . “ For an example , the head instructor of printmaking is master printmaker Hedy Buzan , who has exhibited at Sawdust over three decades and has taught on the grounds for nearly the same amount of time . Guests
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can learn wire sculpture from Shamus Koch , acrylic painting from Lisa Rainey , mixed media from Kate Cleaves , and even [ making ] paper flowers from Lupe Blanton , just to name a few of the many amazing Sawdust artists who also teach .”
Duschane notes that Sawdust classes are also led by AnnJo Droog , director of art education , and her staff , many of whom are alumni of Laguna College of Art & Design . Droog is the mastermind behind the Sawdust ’ s classes and pieces together more than 500 lessons by Sawdust artists and team members to create a summer schedule that is rich with education , variety and color .
Classes and workshops at the Sawdust are offered every day during the festival in three hands-on demo booths . Ceramics and wire sculpture , printmaking , painting and mixed media , as well as textile and sewing classes can be enjoyed by participants of all ages .
“ Taking an art class at the Sawdust is a liberating and fun opportunity to be creative with your hands and make a special , tangible memory of your time spent with us and the loved ones you attend with ,” Duschane says .
Festival of Arts also offers an array of classes on Fridays through Sundays for children ( at 12:30 p . m .) and teens and adults ( at 3 p . m .) during the summer , as well as wine and painting nights on
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Reem Khalil ( above and below ) will teach a series called The Art of Botanical Plant Dye and Eco Print this fall thorugh the city and at her studio . |
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LAGUNA BEACH MAGAZINE 49 |