The Enrichment Series

Held on the third Thursdays of the month seasonally, the Enrichment Series consists of demonstrations, performances, and hands-on workshops using a variety of different art forms as tools to explore and develop creativity. Geared specifically for adults, the series offers participants the opportunity to take pleasure in using their imaginations and to awaken their inherent creative powers. For the beginner or experienced, the Enrichment Series offers easy introductions to a variety of interesting art forms. Discover, relax and enjoy the arts with the Enrichment Series! All programs are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.

An Introduction to Felting with Rosie Dittmann

June 19, 2008

Location: Whitefish Bay Farm Gallery

Time: 2:00 pm

Local fiber artist Rosie Dittmann will share her artistry with wool during a free public demonstration at the Whitefish Bay Farm Gallery in rural Sturgeon Bay. The felting demonstration will offer the public a rare chance to see this accomplished artist at work as well as a glimpse into the process and creation of one-of-a-kind articles featuring wool from the farm's flock of white and naturally colored Corriedale sheep.  

Mosaic Madness: Decorative Art for Indoors and Outdoors

July 17, 2008

Location: Francis Hardy Gallery on Anderson Dock

Time: 2:00 pm

Learn to master the exquisite technique of mosaic - the art of decoration using small pieces of colored glass, stone or other materials - under the creative guidance of master gardener and stained glass artist extraordinaire Karin Overbeck. She will demonstrate the techniques used in the creation of interior and exterior mosaics and will assist participants in developing the necessary skills to create their own gorgeous mosaics - planters, birdbaths, benches and wall hangings. Discover the art of mosaic-making, the sky's the limit!   

Looking at Children's Art with Joan Thrower Timm
August 21, 2008

Location: Francis Hardy Gallery on Anderson Dock

Time: 2:00 pm

What do those tadpole people mean? This illustrated presentation is designed to unlock the joys and mysteries of your children and grandchildren's art and to introduce you to the developmental stages of art that all children go through, regardless of cultural background. Timm is Professor Emerita from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh.