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Josef Albers, Formulation: Articulation Folio I, Folder 28, 1972, serigraph on paper. Black Mountain College Collection, gift of the Josef & Anni Albers Foundation, 1997.01.04.65aB. © The Josef and Anni Albers Foundation / Artists Rights Society (ARS), NY.

Event Category:

The Craft of Abstraction and the Abstract Power of Realism

Date:
Tuesday, April 17, 2018
Time:
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cost:
$220 Museum Members, $240 non-members (includes some materials)

MARCH 20, 27, APRIL 3, 17, 24 + MAY 1 — Tuesdays, 6–8pm

This painting and mixed-media class explores the “craft” of painting as it applies to abstract (non-objective or non-representational) imagery, as well as to the abstract qualities that also enhance the power of representational approaches. Students explore color and composition on canvas, paper, assemblage, and found-object formats. Weekly classes include slide talks examining the merging of fine-art and craft; visits to the Crafting Abstraction exhibition in the Gallery On the Slope; work sessions; and individual discussions with the instructor.

Instructor Glenn Hirsch holds an MFA from the San Francisco Art Institute. Before relocating to Asheville, he taught for 23 years at UC Berkeley Extension’s Post-Baccalaureate Art Studio program, John F. Kennedy University’s Arts and Consciousness program, and the San Francisco Art Institute’s Public Education program. He has exhibited widely at public and private galleries in the US.

Space is limited; register by March 13. For more information or to register by phone, call 828.253.3227 x122.


Adult Studio

Local and visiting artists help students of all levels and abilities develop skills in media that reflect techniques and themes featured in the Museum’s Collection and special exhibitions. Classes are designed for anyone interested in exploring specific media in depth or introduce new media and processes.

Refund policy for Adult Studio: Unless otherwise noted, refunds for ticketed/paid adult programs will be made if a request is submitted in writing at least two weeks before the scheduled program. The full cost of the ticket/registration, minus any credit card or other processing fees, will be issued via check within 30 days following the written request.

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Contact:
Asheville Art Museum
Phone:
828.253.3227
Venue:
Asheville Art Museum On the Slope
Address:
175 Biltmore Avenue
Asheville, NC 28801 United States + Google Map
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