March 7, 2021 - March 7, 2022 Museum Exhibitions Events
Art Fitness - WORD EXERCISES
The Delaware Contemporary
WORD EXERCISES
Saturday, March 13, 2021
12 - 2 PM | $10
Writing artist bios and statements can be an art fitness challenge! Learn tips on how to write about your work that will help with applications and exhibition opportunities.
PRESENTER: Sam Whalen
ART FITNESS SERIES
Professional Exercises for Emerging Artists
This workout series is designed for emerging artists ready to take their career to the next level and advance their professional skill-set through exercises, discussions, and hands-on working sessions.
Virtual Slow Art Tour and Artful Meditation
Delaware Art Museum
Viewing and making art can reduce stress and improve mental health, so join us for a virtual edition of our monthly slow art tour followed by a meditative art experience. Slow down to unlock your creativity. This program is sponsored by the Laffey McHugh Foundation and Museum Council.
Read more »Mixers with Molly
Delaware Art Museum
Join us for a virtual happy hour on 4th Thursdays at 4:45 pm as Molly Giordano, Interim Executive Director, plays bartender and talks with guests about Delaware, the Museum, and the arts. For full details, including cocktail ingredients, and to register, visit delart.org.
Read more »CLAY WORKSHOP SERIES: SCRATCH THE SURFACE
The Delaware Contemporary
CLAY WORKSHOP SERIES: SCRATCH THE SURFACE
THREE-PART SERIES
Saturdays | 10 AM - 12:30 PM
April 10, 2021 | April 17, 2021 | April 24, 2021
Scratch the Surface is perfect for new ceramicists looking to begin their practice or build their techniques. In this three-part series, participants will explore basic ceramic techniques and concepts including wheel throwing, hand building, and glazing.
Limited Space Available | Registration Required
Clay, glazing, and firing included
CURATORIAL PORTFOLIO REVIEW: APRIL 2021
The Delaware Contemporary
CURATORIAL PORTFOLIO REVIEW: APRIL 2021
Curatorial Portfolio Review
Wednesday, April 14, 2021 | 5 - 7 PM
Registration Fee: $20
As a service to artists in our community, we invite you to a Curatorial Portfolio Review. The style of this review will offer multiple opinions by members of the Curatorial Department and will offer new perspectives on your work to improve your professional development.
HOW TO PREPARE
Be prepared to discuss your work, process, vision, and ask questions.
WHAT TO BRING
Prepare a concise portfolio consisting of the following:
--artist statement
--brief biography and CV
--no more than 5 - 6 examples of your work
Work can be presented in high resolution digital images on your lap top or physical pieces of manageable sizes no larger than 15 inches.
WHAT TO EXPECT
1) Feedback on what a curator looks for when considering artwork for exhibitions.
2) Expect to share your vision and your processes with the reviewer.
3) Expect to answer questions about your portfolio.
Dates subject to change.
CLAY WORKSHOP SERIES: SCRATCH THE SURFACE
The Delaware Contemporary
CLAY WORKSHOP SERIES: SCRATCH THE SURFACE
THREE-PART SERIES
Saturdays | 10 AM - 12:30 PM
April 10, 2021 | April 17, 2021 | April 24, 2021
Scratch the Surface is perfect for new ceramicists looking to begin their practice or build their techniques. In this three-part series, participants will explore basic ceramic techniques and concepts including wheel throwing, hand building, and glazing.
Limited Space Available | Registration Required
Clay, glazing, and firing included
CLAY WORKSHOP SERIES: SCRATCH THE SURFACE
The Delaware Contemporary
CLAY WORKSHOP SERIES: SCRATCH THE SURFACE
THREE-PART SERIES
Saturdays | 10 AM - 12:30 PM
April 10, 2021 | April 17, 2021 | April 24, 2021
Scratch the Surface is perfect for new ceramicists looking to begin their practice or build their techniques. In this three-part series, participants will explore basic ceramic techniques and concepts including wheel throwing, hand building, and glazing.
Limited Space Available | Registration Required
Clay, glazing, and firing included
VESSELS: THE BODY AND THE BOOK
The Delaware Contemporary
VESSELS: THE BODY AND THE BOOK
Saturday, May 22, 2021
1 - 4 PM
This workshop will explore the special exhibition that addresses the themes of the vessel as an object, subject, and concept. Participants will practice movement, mindfulness, art-making, and journaling exercises that center around the concept of the book and the body as a vessel.