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SUMMARY:West Valley Regional Branch Library Artist Residency CULMINATION Event!!!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate a wonderful year of creativity and hands-on making at a special culminating event with our Artist in Residence in bookmaking Debra Disman!\nThursday\, June 22nd at 4:00 P.M.\nLearn how to create your very own travel journal to document your summer adventures!\nSee a slideshow sharing the bookmaking projects we have done together over the past year!\nPick up goody bags of fun library and art SWAG to use during the program and bring home!\nCOME CELEBRATE WITH US!
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/west-valley-regional-branch-library-artist-residency-culmination-event/
LOCATION:West Valley Regional Branch Library\, 19036 Vanowen Street\,\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentations,Teaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230608T160000
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SUMMARY:Learn to Create a RAINBOW BUTTERFLY Book in Honor of PRIDE MONTH at the West Valley Regional Branch Library!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Pride Month at the West Valley Regional Library with our Artist in Residence\, Debra Disman!\n\nLearn to create the Rainbow Butterfly Book in honor of PRIDE month with our artist-in-residence Debra Disman!\nLearn new skills while having fun!\n\nAll materials provided.\n  \nFor More Information:\n \nhttps://www.lapl.org/whats-on/events/celebrate-pride-month-our-artist-residence-debra-disman\nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/celebrate-pride-month-at-the-west-valley-library-with-debra-disman-tickets-634274701707
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/learn-to-create-a-rainbow-butterfly-book-sat-the-west-valley-regional-branch-library/
LOCATION:West Valley Regional Branch Library\, 19036 Vanowen Street\,\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentations,Teaching
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SUMMARY:EXHIBITIONISTA: TEXT/MESSAGE with Shoebox Projects
DESCRIPTION:“Text/Message” focuses on how we use text in fine art. Whether painting\, sculpture\, mixed media\, video\, digital\, the use of text plays an integral part in telling stories. It can add a poetic layer\, or a humorous anecdote. Text can challenge societal assumptions\, activate our inner desires or crusade for long held beliefs. Text also lies.”  —Kristine Schomaker \nCurated by Kristine Schomaker \nView the Show HERE\nSee and hear the Artists Talk/Exhibition “Walkthrough” HERE\nParticipating Artists: Stephen Anderson\, Melanie Antuna Hewitt\, Lisa Bahouth\, Hazel Batrez\, Chavez Fred Becker\, Sheri Lynn Behr\, Greg Blair\, Renee Bott\, Austin Brady\, Marie Brix Tyler Brumfield\, Nikyra Capson\, Isabella Cardim\, Andrée Carter\, Lisa Cooperman\, Ian Cross\, Steven Dick\, Debra Disman\, Zahra Fard\, Margaret Jo Feldman\, Pennie Fien\, Karen Fiorito\, Martin Gantman\, Candice Greathouse\, Briena Harmening\, Gigi Janko\, Karen Ruth Karlsson\, Judi Krew\, Tom Lasley\, Linda Litteral\, Bachrun LoMele Gina M\, Lori Markman\, Monica R Marks\, Beatrice (Bea) Antonie Martino\, Nancy McDearmon\, Katie Mead\, Jennie E. Park\, Dan Ragland\, E. Y. Reilly\, Christopher Taylor\, Maria Trunk\, Sean Tyler\, Caro Volny\, Daggi Wallace\, Jack Weaver\, David E. Weed\, Isabel Winson-Sagan\, Lorraine Woodruff-Long\, Darlyn Susan Yee
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/exhibitionista-text-message-with-shoebox-projects/
LOCATION:Shoebox Projects\, Los Angeles\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230602T110000
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SUMMARY:EXHIBITIONISTA:  SAFEKEEPING: SDA's 2023 Member Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:I am thrilled to be a part of “SAFEKEEPING“\, the 2023 Member Exhibition of the Surface Design Association! (SDA)\nEXHIBITION THEME:\nThis is a time for safeguarding both body and land\, for seeking refuge through ritual and narrative\, and for defending precarious boundaries and issues. \nSanctuary Cities\, Nature Conservancies\, Safe Houses\, Communities of Care are at the forefront of public consciousness. As an artist\, how do you sustain both the earth and its communities? How do you protect yourself in body and spirit as well as strengthen connections with others? How can you tend values that matter most? How do you use heritage\, ritual\, and the making process to anchor yourself? Safekeeping brings together works that explore these questions and the role artists play in stewarding communities\, values\, and the earth. \n Safekeeping will celebrate works that push the evolution of textiles through the use of color\, design\, processes\, and meanings.\n\nView the Show HERE!\nListen to the Artists’ Talk HERE!\n\nJUROR\nBorn in Oklahoma\, Anita Fields is a contemporary Native American multi-disciplinary artist of Osage heritage. She is known for her works which combine clay and textile with Osage knowledge systems. Fields explores the intricacies of cultural influences at the intersection of balance and chaos found within our existence\, explaining that: “The power of transformation is realized by creating various forms of clothing\, coverings\, landscapes\, and figures. The works become indicators of how we understand our surroundings and visualize our place within the world.” In this way\, the early Osage concepts of duality\, such as earth and sky\, male and female\, are represented throughout her work. \nIMPORTANT DATES: \n*June 2\, 2023: Exhibition Opening\, First Friday Art Crawl\n*June 21\, 2023: Textile Talk Virtual Program\n*July 23\, 2023: Exhibition Closes
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/exhibitionista-safekeeping-sdas-2023-member-exhibition/
LOCATION:!08 Contemporary Gallery\, 108 E Reconciliation Way\, Tulsa\, OK\, 74103
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230519T180000
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SUMMARY:"A Common Thread" Artists' Talk at ArtShare LA!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a LIVE\, IN-PERSON Artists’ Talk at ArtShare LA\, focusing on the fiber-oriented works in the exhibition\, “A Common Thread” on view in the ArtShare LA gallery through May 13th.
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/a-common-thread-artists-talk-at-artshare-la/
LOCATION:ArtShare LA\, 801 E 4th Pl\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230513T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230617T170000
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SUMMARY:EXHIBITIONISTA: "Oh\, Mother" at the Hera Gallery
DESCRIPTION:I am thrilled to be a part of the international group exhibition: “Oh\, Mother” at the Hera Gallery\n“The word MOTHER – as both a verb and a noun – is rich and timeless\, yet overdetermined\, and even controversial when gendered and rendered exclusive. Mothers and motherhood have been romanticized and glorified since the Venus of Willendorf and have been the subject of representation over the ages in every ethnic\, cultural\, religious\, spiritual\, social\, and environmental contexts.  \nWhat does the word MOTHER mean to you? As a child of a mother? As a witness to a mother? As a mother\, or a person who mothers? As a human being deeply connected to Mother Earth?  As an artist\, what images does the notion of motherhood conjure up in you? Are they generous and abundant\, filled with nourishment and laughter?  Or are they frail\, overwhelming\, and. Confusing. Are they filled with a sense of darkness\, destruction\, or  a void? Hera Gallery looks for works which examine\, unravel\, deconstruct\, and re-write the myths of motherhood.”\n \nJuror: Nadiah Rivera Fellah\, Associate Curator at the Cleveland Museum of Art\nOpening Reception: Saturday May 13\, 6-8pm\nVirtual Artist Talk: TBD\n 
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/exhibitionista-oh-mother-at-the-hera-gallery/
LOCATION:Hera Gallery and Educational Foundation\, 10 High Street\, Wakefield\, RI\, 02879\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230513T120000
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SUMMARY:Artists' Panel Discussion: Irvine Fine Arts Center!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an online ARTISTS’ Panel Discussion May 13th at Noon!\nThe artists of the Irvine Fine Arts Center‘s Exhibitions\, “Aires Rising” and “North Node” will share\, discuss\, and celebrate the creative process as seen through their work.\nOrganized by the incomparable Virginia Arce\, Irvine Fine Arts Center Exhibitions Program Coordinator.\nFeaturing exhibiting artists:\nRenee Azenaro\nSusan Lizotte\, Artist\nMiranda Kim\nSophia V Gonzalez\nZara Kuredjian\nDebra Disman\nSign up with link 
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/artists-panel-discussion-irvine-fine-arts-center/
LOCATION:Irvine Fine Arts Center\, 14321 Yale Ave\, Irvine\, CA\, 92604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Irvine Fine Arts Center":MAILTO:fineartscustomerservice@cityofirvine.org(link sends e-mail) CENTER HOURS JOIN OUR MAILING LIST ARTBEAT: CURRENT ISSUE Read the digital edition of the summer issue of ArtBeat here(link is external). Registration for classes is open now at yourirvine.org(link is external). FEATURED NEWSView All News Read More The summer issue of Inside Irvine(link is external) is here! 1 2 3 UPCOMING EVENTS July 9, 2022 All Media 2022 Opening Reception 2:00pm - 4:00pm View All Irvine Fine Arts Center Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230511T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230511T173000
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month at the West Valley Regional Branch Library!
DESCRIPTION:Join us and learn how to create the Flower Fold book with Artist in Residence Debra\nDisman!\nCelebrate springtime and Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage\nMonth\, and add special hopes and wishes to your book. All materials included.\n\nThis program is part of my Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs Artist Residency in bookmaking at the West Valley Regional Branch Library!
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/celebrate-asian-american-and-pacific-islander-heritage-month-at-the-west-valley-regional-branch-library/
LOCATION:West Valley Regional Branch Library\, 19036 Vanowen Street\,\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentations,Teaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230730T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153006
CREATED:20230425T191610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T181124Z
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SUMMARY:EXHIBITIONISTA: "In Tandem" at the Cape Cod Museum of Art
DESCRIPTION:I am thrilled to be participating in the exhibition\, “In Tandem“\, at the Cape Cod Museum of Art\, with artist and collaborator Luciana Abait\, through our  work\, “drift”\, a collaborative artist’ book which serves as a warning about environmental damage and ecological devastation.\n\n\n\n\nFor this year’s CCMoA International\, Juried Exhibition\, we asked artists to interpret the theme “In Tandem” in a visual work of art.\n“In Tandem” may be defined as the process of 2 or more objects\, mechanisms\, people or concepts working in conjunction with each other to achieve a desired result.\nThe response was record-breaking with 283 artists from 30 states across the USA as well as from Canada\, England and China submitting 424 artworks for this competition. Only 85 artworks were selected by juror. 3 of the artists will receive awards for their pieces during the Opening Reception and Gallery Talk on Friday\, May 19\, 2023. In Tandem is sponsored by Bob and Cathey Portrie. \n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, May 19\, 2023Gallery Talk with the Artists: 4pm – 5pmOpening Reception: 5pm – 6:30pmFree and open to the public • RSVPs appreciated!\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/exhibitionista-in-tandem-at-the-cape-cod-museum-of-art/
LOCATION:The Cape Cod Museum of Art\, 60 Hope Lane\, Dennis\, MA\, 02638\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230413T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230413T173000
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Earth Day and Poetry Month at the West  Valley Regional Branch Library!
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate Earth Day and Poetry Month in one project at the West Valley Regional Branch Library!\nLearn how to create a special book that can hang on the wall\, and how to write Haiku Poetry to put in it!\nCombine visual art and writing and learn new skills!\nThis program is part of my Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs Artist Residency in bookmaking at the West Valley Regional Branch Library!
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/10447/
LOCATION:West Valley Regional Branch Library\, 19036 Vanowen Street\,\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentations,Teaching
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ORGANIZER;CN="West Valley Regional Branch Library":MAILTO:debra@artifactorystudio.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230408T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230629T170000
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SUMMARY:EXHIBITIONISTA: FANTASTIC FIBERS 2023 at the YEISER
DESCRIPTION:I am thrilled to participate for the third time in: FANTASTIC FIBERS 2023 at the YEISER ART CENTER. \n“FANTASTIC FIBERS is an international juried exhibition that seeks to showcase a wide range of outstanding works related to the fiber medium. \nOne of Yeiser Art Center’s most engaging\, innovative & colorful international exhibits\, Fantastic Fibers is an inspirational must-see for fine artists\, quilters and textile art enthusiasts across the globe. \nContemporary and innovative works created with fiber as the primary medium or concept are welcome. This exhibition is open to all artists 18 years and over working in the field of fiber art.  \nThe show began in 1987 as a wearable art show but has evolved over the years to include a compelling mix of traditional and non-traditional works created from natural or synthetic fibers\, and work that addresses the subject or medium of fiber.”
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/exhibitionista-fantastic-fibers-2023-at-the-yeiser/
LOCATION:Yeiser Art Center\, 200 Broadway St.\, Paducah\, KY\, 42001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230401T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230610T180000
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SUMMARY:Exhibitionista: "A Common Thread" at ArtShare LA!
DESCRIPTION:I am thrilled to be participating in this 13-woman show focusing on use of threads\, textile and fibers in contemporary art at the marvelous venue and organization\, ArtShare LA!\n A COMMON THREAD\n\nApril 1 – May 13\n\n\n\n\nArt Share L.A. proudly presents A Common Thread\, an exhibition featuring fiber-based and textile works of art exploring autobiography and social critique\, connection and displacement. The artworks in this exhibition are interlinked through themes of history and memory.\nFeatured artists include:\nAntoinette Adams \nAmabelle Aguiluz \nDoris Bittar \nChloe Cusimano \nYasmine Diaz \nDebra Disman \nCarmen Mardonez \nCarolyn Mason \nMichelle Montjoy \nMarie-Jose Njoku-Obi \nKatie Shanks \nAneesa Shami Zizzo \nArtwork will be available for acquisition online beginning April 1\, 2023.\nOn view\, free\, and open to the public April 1 – June 10\, 2023\nGallery hours: Tuesday – Saturday\, 1PM – 5PM\nPlease view a fabulous film of the show by Eric Minh Swenson HERE
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/exhibitionista-a-common-thread-at-artshare-la/
LOCATION:ArtShare LA\, 801 E 4th Pl\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230311T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230520T170000
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SUMMARY:EXHIBITIONISTA: "Aries Rising" at the Irvine Fine Ars Center
DESCRIPTION:I am delighted to participate in: \n\nARIES RISING\nCurated by Virginia Arce\nExhibition:\nMarch 11–May 20\nIrvine Fine Arts Center Main Gallery + Gallery 2\nOpening Reception:\nMarch 11\, 2–4 p.m.\nRooted in the generative characteristics of spring\, Aries Rising presents a collection of sculptural and two-dimensional artworks made of metal\, fiber\, and mixed media whose sensibilities reflect an organic source. Featured artists in the exhibition share a curiosity about human perception as it relates to the environment\, both natural and manmade\, reflected in their manipulation of material and form.\nArtists featured:\nRenée Azenaro\, Debra Disman\, Mirena Kim\, Sofia V. Gonzales\, Zara Kuredjian\, and \nSusan Lizotte.\n 
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/exhibitionista-aries-rising-at-the-irvine-fine-ars-center/
LOCATION:Irvine Fine Arts Center\, 14321 Yale Ave\, Irvine\, CA\, 92604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Irvine Fine Arts Center":MAILTO:fineartscustomerservice@cityofirvine.org(link sends e-mail) CENTER HOURS JOIN OUR MAILING LIST ARTBEAT: CURRENT ISSUE Read the digital edition of the summer issue of ArtBeat here(link is external). Registration for classes is open now at yourirvine.org(link is external). FEATURED NEWSView All News Read More The summer issue of Inside Irvine(link is external) is here! 1 2 3 UPCOMING EVENTS July 9, 2022 All Media 2022 Opening Reception 2:00pm - 4:00pm View All Irvine Fine Arts Center Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230309T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230309T170000
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SUMMARY:"Women Artists Unfolding" at the West Valley Regional Library!
DESCRIPTION:In honor of Women’s History Month the West Valley Regional Branch Library celebrates women artists with a bookmaking workshop led by our artist in residence Debra Disman!\nPlease join us to create your own handmade book\, learn about artists Faith Ringgold\, Frida Kahlo and Yayoi Kusama and add what you learn about them to your books!  All materials will be provided.\nThis program is made possible in part by a grant from the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs.\n\nThis event is part of my Artist Residency in Bookmaking\, “We Write the Book” at the West Valley Regional Branch Library of the Los Angeles Public Library\, supported by the Los Angeles City Department of Cultural Affairs.\nThe Residency is comprised of a series of bookmaking workshops presented at the Library\, planned in close coordination with Library Staff.\nWomen Artists Unfolding\nEventBright\nKTLA Community Caendar
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/women-artists-unfolding-at-the-west-valley-regional-library/
LOCATION:West Valley Regional Branch Library\, 19036 Vanowen Street\,\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentations,Teaching
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SUMMARY:Be The Change Book Festival! FREE Bookmaking Workshops!
DESCRIPTION:Make Your Own Books with Debra Disman – Bookmaker and ReflectSpace Gallery exhibiting artist\nSaturday\, February 25: 10:00am – 11:00am\, 1:00pm – 2:00pm\, 3:00pm – 4:00pm\n Glendale Central Library – ReflectSpace Annex\nAGE GROUP:  ALL AGES\nEVENT TYPE:   CLASSES & WORKSHOPS  ARTS & CRAFTS\nBring the whole family and learn how to create fun and fabulous handmade books using folding\, cutting and gluing techniques.\n\nPresented as part of: \nBe the Change Book Festival – Be the Change Series\nSaturday\, February 25: 10:00am – 4:00pm\n Glendale Central Library\nAGE GROUP:  ALL AGES\nEVENT TYPE:   SPECIAL EVENTS\nCelebrate diverse voices in reading at the Book Festival with author talks\, local book vendors\, food trucks\, DJ\, and activities for all ages.\n\nEnjoy my solo show and other exhibitions in the Library! \nI Can’t I Won’t I Will I Do Exhibition by Debra Disman – ReflectSpace Gallery\nFriday\, February 24: All Day\n Glendale Central Library\nAGE GROUP:  ALL AGES\nEVENT TYPE:   ART EXHIBITION\nA solo exhibition featuring Los Angeles-based artist Debra Disman.
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/be-the-change-book-festival-free-bookmaking-workshops/
LOCATION:Glendale Central Library\, 222 East Harvard Street\, Glendale\, CA\, Make Your Own Books with Debra Disman - Bookmaker and ReflectSpace Gallery exhibiting artist Saturday\, February 25: 1:00pm - 2:00pm Glendale Central Library - ReflectSpace Annex AGE GROUP: ALL AGES EVENT TYPE: CLASSES & WORKSHOPS ARTS & CRAFTS Bring the whole family and learn how to create fun and fabulous handmade books using folding\, cutting and gluing techniques.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentations,Teaching
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ORGANIZER;CN="Glendale Library Arts and Culture":MAILTO:mfleisher@glendaleca.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230209T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230209T173000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153006
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SUMMARY:Making Memories: Create Your Own Photo Album at the West Valley Branch Library
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the Los Angeles Public Library and learn to make your own special photo album with artist in residence Debra Disman. \nFor ADA accommodations\, call (213) 228-7430 at least 72 hours prior to the event.\n\n\n\nPara ajustes razonables según la ley de ADA\, llama al (213) 228-7430 al menos 72 horas antes del evento. \n\nThis event is part of my Artist Residency in Bookmaking\, “We Write the Book” at the West Valley Regional Branch Library of the Los Angeles Public Library\, supported by the Los Angeles City Department of Cultural Affairs.\nThe Residency is comprised of a series of bookmaking workshops presented at the Library\, planned in close coordination with Library Staff.\n 
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/making-memories-create-your-own-photo-album-at-the-west-valley-branch-library/
LOCATION:West Valley Regional Branch Library\, 19036 Vanowen Street\,\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentations,Teaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230128T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230326T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153006
CREATED:20230126T064523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230316T175421Z
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SUMMARY:EXHIBITIONISTA: "I Can't I Won't I Will I Do" SOLO SHOW
DESCRIPTION: “I Can’t I Won’t I Will I Do”\nReflectSpace presents:\nDEBRA DISMAN: I Can’t I Won’t I Will I Do\nJanuary 18 – March 19\, 2023\nOpening Reception: Saturday\, January 28th\, 6-8pm\nCurators: Ara & Anahid Oshagan\n\nReflectSpace in Glendale\, run by  Ara Oshagan\, presents new work by artist Debra Disman. Along with the exhibition\, ReflectSpace is publishing an artists’ book based on Disman’s 2021-22 Santa Monica Artist Fellowship project\, investigating linking and responding to the groundbreaking work of artist Charlotte Salomon and Eva Hesse which will be available at the opening. For more information\, please visit HERE.\n\n \n 
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/exhibitionista-i-cant-i-wont-i-will-i-do-solo-show/
LOCATION:ReflectSpace Gallery\, 222 East Harvard Street\, Glendale\, CA\, 91205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="RelfectSpace Gallery":MAILTO:LibraryInfo@glendaleca.gov.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153006
CREATED:20230109T195852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T195852Z
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SUMMARY:EXHIBITIONISTA: "Tenuous Threads"
DESCRIPTION:TENUOUS THREADS\nContemporary Work Incorporating Textiles\, Fibers\, Threads and Mixed Media\nJanuary 24th – February 11\, 2023\nOpening reception of Tenuous Threads: January 26th\, 5:30pm-8pm: \nAtlantic Gallery\, located in the historic Landmark Arts Building in Chelsea NYC\,  presents the exhibition: Tenuous Threads\, juried by Patricia Miranda\n\nAll of life is connected through networks\, systems\, fibers and webs. Communication (visual\, verbal\, electrical\, chemical\, and kinetic) enables an exchange of information amongst all life forms. Tenuous Threads alludes to the delicate lines that bring us together and sets us apart; that joins us yet repels us. This show features innovative artworks that utilize textiles\, fibers\, threads (natural and synthetic) in sculpture\, collage\, 3D and 2D mixed media that communicates the strength and fragility of what binds all life.
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/exhibitionista-tenuous-threads/
LOCATION:Atlantic Gallery\, 547 West 27th Street or 548 West 28th Street Suite 540 – accessible from either street\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Atlantic Gallery":MAILTO:info@atlanticgallery.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230119T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230119T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153006
CREATED:20230119T220616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T221303Z
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SUMMARY:EXHIBITIONISTA: "I Can't I Won't I Will I Do' Solo Show at ReflectSpace Gallery
DESCRIPTION:I am thrilled to have a solo exhibition at ReflectSpace Gallery\, part of Glendale Arts and Culture\, opening Saturday January 28th and on view through March 19\,2023.\nCurated by the wonderful Ara and Anahid Oshagan of Glendale.\nThe title of the show is based on a work of the same name:\n“I Can’t I Won’t I Will I Do”\, 2022\, 13 x 71.5″\,  repurposed table runner\, paint\, hemp cord and linen thread\n   \nLove to See You There!!!!
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/exhibitionista-i-cant-i-wont-i-will-i-do-solo-show-at-reflectspace-gallery/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230112T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230112T173000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153006
CREATED:20221226T025908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221227T222208Z
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SUMMARY:Make Your Own "Storybook Theater" at the West Valley Regional Branch Library!
DESCRIPTION:Join us to express yourself and learn how to create the fabulous Storybook Theatre which combines books\, diorama drama and stories into one project.\nAll materials provided.\n\n\n\n\nFor ADA accommodations\, call (213) 228-7430 at least 72 hours prior to the event.\n\nPara ajustes razonables según la ley de ADA\, llama al (213) 228-7430 al menos 72 horas antes del evento.
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/make-your-own-storybook-theater-at-the-west-valley-regional-branch-library/
LOCATION:West Valley Regional Branch Library\, 19036 Vanowen Street\,\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentations,Teaching
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ORGANIZER;CN="West Valley Regional Branch Library":MAILTO:debra@artifactorystudio.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231231T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153006
CREATED:20221226T021856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T052609Z
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SUMMARY:EXHIBITIONISTA: "Objects of Agency" at the HERA
DESCRIPTION:I am thrilled to participate in:\n \nObjects of Agency\nA Virtual Exhibition \nOn view at heragallery.org and @hera_gallery on social media \nObjects of Agency addresses the health care crisis which has recently culminated in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization and stripped thousands of people of the right to bodily autonomy.  \nThe United States has the worst maternal mortality rate among other similarly developed countries. According to the University of Colorado\, due to the Dobbs decision\, maternal mortality rates are projected to go up 14%. For women of color\, it is 20%. Simply due to women’s health care becoming more restrictive and less accessible. \nWhen “abortion” is typed into a Google search\, the first page that comes up is a misleading website filled with fear slogans and misinformation to prevent women from seeking necessary and viable health care options. A recent research study by the Center for Countering Digital Hate showed that in many right wing states\, 1/10 Google search results for abortion services lead to anti-abortion fake clinics. When abortion is typed into Instagram\, the first hashtag is #abortionisevil.  \nSo\, what do we do? How can we use our creative voices to counteract misinformation and false advertising and provide viable discourse and inspiration?  \nHera Gallery has invited artists to fight\, cry\, rage\, and make art\, and to  to connect with others through creative expression in hopes that it brings a sense of insight\, or deep feeling\, beauty\, education\, perseverance\, protest\, connection and/or community. We have invited artists to share their voices through the virtual exhibition Objects of Agency. \nObjects of Agency is composed of 53 works which speak to abortion rights in the United States. The virtual exhibition takes place over the 52 weeks of 2023. All selected works will be on virtual display throughout the duration of the exhibition on heragallery.org.  Each week\, Hera Gallery will choose one featured artist and artwork from the exhibition to represent the current tribulations and inspirations of the current state of women’s health care in America. Featured artists will be posted on all social media accounts. Objects of Agency aims to stimulate\, educate\, and encourage abortion care. It aims to challenge the anti-abortion campaigns and false information which dominate the internet. It aims to provide access to factual information and ultimately to create a platform and a network to share the voices\, choices\, and stories of all women and female identifying persons. \nGallery commission of sold works will be donated to Planned Parenthood. \nParticipating artists will have the opportunity to speak in a virtual artist talk hosted by Hera Gallery. \nAbout Hera Gallery:\nHera Educational Foundation and Gallery promotes contemporary professional artists through a comprehensive exhibition schedule of member work\, curated\, and juried intersectional social justice shows. Together with thought-provoking programming our organization encourages dialogue that enriches the cultural life of our non-urban Southern RI community. We provide a venue for young talent to find a public voice\, and creative support to local health services. Since its inception in 1974\, Hera has been resolutely dedicated to gender equity and feminist discourse to challenge perceptions and inspire social change. \nBecause of its flexibility and commitment to presenting exhibitions with artistic merit and integrity Hera has been awarded numerous grants for its exhibitions and programs including grants from Rhode Island State Council on the Arts\, The Champlin Foundation\, Rhode Island Council on the Humanities\, Rhode Island Foundation\, and the Puffin Foundation. \nI am showing\, “Excavation of the Interior”\, 2021\, 12 x 28 x 12.5″\, Mixed media: wood\, mulberry paper\, canvas\, muslin\, watercolor paper\, hemp cord and linen thread. It stands upright in any degree of opened/closed. Open\, it can span up to 28″ wide.\n   
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/exhbitionista-objects-of-agency/
LOCATION:Hera Gallery and Educational Foundation\, 10 High Street\, Wakefield\, RI\, 02879\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230312T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153006
CREATED:20221206T210948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T185513Z
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SUMMARY:EXHIBITIONISTA: "YARN/ROPE/STRING" at the New Bedford Museum of Art
DESCRIPTION:I am thrilled to be showing “Profusion” in “Yarn/Rope/String” at the New Bedford Museum of Art\, organized by Fiber Art Now\, and juried by Michael F. Rohde \, originally presented in print and online in  Fiber Art Now.\n\n\n\n“Profusion“\, 2018\, 8.5 x 24.5 x 7.75\, Book board\, mulberry paper\, watercolor paper\, canvas\, hemp cord
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/exhibitionista-yarn-rope-string-at-the-new-bedford-museum-of-art/
LOCATION:The New Bedford Museum of Art\, 608 Pleasant Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fiber Arts Now":MAILTO:support@fiberartnow.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221208T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221208T173000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153006
CREATED:20221110T041354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T041354Z
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SUMMARY:Get Ready for the New Year: CALENDAR 2023 at the West Valley Regional Branch Library!
DESCRIPTION:Prepare for the New Year by creating your own 2023 sidebound calendar!\nFill it with your important dates and reminders!\nOPEN TO ALL!\nAll materials will be provided.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor ADA accommodations\, call (213) 228-7430 at least 72 hours prior to the event.\nPara ajustes razonables según la ley de ADA\, llama al (213) 228-7430 al menos 72 horas antes del evento.
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/get-ready-for-the-new-year-calendar-2023-at-the-west-valley-regional-branch-library/
LOCATION:West Valley Regional Branch Library\, 19036 Vanowen Street\,\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentations,Teaching
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ORGANIZER;CN="West Valley Regional Branch Library":MAILTO:debra@artifactorystudio.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221110T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153006
CREATED:20221017T185236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T181531Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Into Bookmaking at the West Valley Regional Branch Library!
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at the West Valley Regional Branch Library and kick off your holiday season by learning how to create your own handmade book with our Artist in Residence Debra Disman!\nLearn folding\, gluing and sewing techniques\, and use your book to hold holiday recipes\, photos\, good wishes and more! \nAll materials provided.
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/fall-into-bookmaking-at-the-west-valley-regional-branch-library/
LOCATION:West Valley Regional Branch Library\, 19036 Vanowen Street\,\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentations,Teaching
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ORGANIZER;CN="West Valley Regional Branch Library":MAILTO:debra@artifactorystudio.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221106T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153006
CREATED:20221006T204322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221006T204322Z
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SUMMARY:EXHIBITIONISTA: "50 Years of Fiber"
DESCRIPTION:The annual Fiber Artists of San Antonio 2022 Art Exhibition will be held November 6 through December 9\, at the Kelso Art Center\, University of Incarnate Word\, San Antonio\, TX. The theme of the exhibit\, “50 Years of Fiber Art\,” celebrates the organization’s half century history. The show presents fiber artists from across the U.S. considering each decade since the 1970s as inspiration for their fiber art work. \n*DEFINITION OF FIBER\, as extracted from Merriam-Webster Dictionary: 1. A thread or structure or object resembling a thread; 2. A slender and greatly elongated natural or synthetic filament) such as wool\, cotton\, gold\, asbestos\, glass or rayon) which typically can be spun into yarn; 3. Material made of fibers (includes paper)\, fabric\, plastic or metal fibers\, tapestry\, art cloth.\nThe exhibition is juried by Paula Owen.\nOwen\, president emerita of Southwest School of Art\, began her tenure in1996\, following 11 years as the Director of the Visual Arts Center in Richmond\, Virginia. Under her leadership the school’s size\, scope\, and reputation grew significantly\, and in 2014 a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree program was added. In 2022 Southwest School of Art and University of Texas at San Antonio announced a merger to create a new and expanded school of art. \nOwen has served as curator of numerous exhibits and on national and regional boards and panels\, including the Pew Artist Fellowships\, the Bush Foundation Fellowships\, and the National Endowment for the Arts. She is a published arts writer and co-authored the book\, Objects and Meaning: New Perspec5ves on Art and Craft:\, published by Scarecrow Press. Most recently\, her essay “Fabrication and Encounter: When Content is a Verb\,” was published in Maria Elena Buzcek’s book\, Extra/Ordinary: Craft and Contemporary Art. \nOwen earned an MFA in painting and printmaking from Virginia Commonwealth University and continues to show her work in group and solo shows throughout the nation. \n\nI am thrilled to be showing:\n“Rent Wound Tear\, Mend Heal Repair”\nThe first time this triptych will be shown outside of Los Angeles.
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/exhibitionista-50-years-of-fiber/
LOCATION:Kelso Art Center\, Broadway & Hildebrand\, San Antonio\, 78209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="FASA":MAILTO:susiemonday@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221022T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221118T000000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153006
CREATED:20221011T215436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T220655Z
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SUMMARY:Exhbitionista: "Telling Stories" with Shoebox Arts
DESCRIPTION:I am thrilled to participate in: \n“Telling Stories”\nSATURDAY\, OCTOBER 22\, 2022 3-5pm PST: Zoom Opening Reception and artist talks\nPresented by Shoebox Projects\nCurated by Michelle Robinson\, Artist and Curator\n“Art and craft are means to tell stories visually. Through mythology\, fairy tales\, cultural commentary\, dream imagery\, family history\, and personal narrative\, art has sought to examine the challenges and mysteries of how we live; to interpret and understand our world and share those thoughts with others. This exhibition showcases how artists are telling stories now\, from abstract and non-linear to representational and narratives” at Shoebox Projects“\nSee the show and hear the Artists Talk HERE!\nI am showing: Chromatic Interactions: The Golden Thread\, 2020\, 76 x 90 x 1.5″\, mixed media installation utilizing file cards written and drawn upon by Craft Contemporary Museum patrons participating in my commissioned interactive artists’ book project: Chromatic Interactions\n    \n\nMichelle Robinson studied architecture and visualization at Texas A&M University\, producing animated short films that were shown at the Walker Art Center\, the Dallas Museum of Art\, and The AFI National Video Festival. She has been an artist and supervisor with Walt Disney Animation Studios for over 28 years\, with credits that include Frozen\, Zootopia\, and most recently\, Head of Characters on Encanto. She also holds an MFA from New Hampshire Institute of Art and has had her work published in Diffusion of Light\, The Hand\, and Precog magazine. Exhibition highlights include a curated show dealing with the urban environment at the Brand Library in Glendale\, CA\, and solo shows at the Dairy Center for the Arts in Boulder\, CO\, The Wright Gallery at Texas A&M University\, and the Cecelia Coker Bell Gallery at Coker University in NC. www.michellerobinsonstudio.com \nShoebox Arts is an arts organization focused on supporting and empowering artists\, building community\, offering peer mentorship\, PR/marketing strategies and social media management. Shoebox Projects is our alternative art space that supports artists through curator opportunities\, residencies and representation. \n 
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/exhbitionista-telling-stories-with-shoebox-arts/
LOCATION:Shoebox Projects\, Los Angeles\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221020T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221020T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153006
CREATED:20220925T014009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T190400Z
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SUMMARY:Make Your Own Halloween Book: Tunnel Bookmaking at the West Valley Regional Branch Library!
DESCRIPTION:Join us to create your own Halloween “Tunnel Book” where you can tell your Halloween stories!\nArtist in Residence Debra Disman will guide you step-by-step on how to make a tunnel book.\nAll supplies will be provided. \n\n\n\n\nFor ADA accommodations\, call (213) 228-7430 at least 72 hours prior to the event.\n\n\nPara ajustes razonables según la ley de ADA\, llama al (213) 228-7430 al menos 72 horas antes del evento.
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/make-your-own-halloween-book-tunnel-bookmaking-at-the-west-valley-regional-branch-library/
LOCATION:West Valley Regional Branch Library\, 19036 Vanowen Street\,\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentations,Teaching
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ORGANIZER;CN="West Valley Regional Branch Library":MAILTO:debra@artifactorystudio.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221014T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153006
CREATED:20221006T205138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221006T210321Z
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SUMMARY:Friday Art Night at LACMA—Fantastic Flag Books
DESCRIPTION:Friday Art Night—Fantastic Flag Books\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday Art Night classes are a great way to end the week! \nVisit Objects of Desire: Photography and the Language of Advertising and create a fun flag book structure\, learn to fold an accordion spine\, design your own covers and flag pages that reveal a pattern when opened\, and express your own special message using text and images. With artist Debra Disman. \nThis program will take place indoors on LACMA’s campus. Supplies are included with tuition. \nAbout the Instructor \nDebra Disman is a Los Angeles–based artist working primarily in the form of the book\, both as a solo practitioner and in the public sphere of community engagement. She works across Los Angeles County in schools\, museums\, libraries\, and other community settings. She holds a BA in painting from the University of Iowa and a certificate in Social Emotional Arts (SEA) from UCLArts & Healing. She shows her work nationally\, and is a member of the Guild of Book Workers and the International Association of Colour Consultants/Designers. \nMasks are strongly recommended indoors for everyone.  \nLearn more about all of the museum’s health and safety protocols.
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/friday-art-night-at-lacma-fantastic-flag-books/
LOCATION:Los Angeles County Museum of Art
CATEGORIES:Presentations,Teaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221009T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221009T153000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153006
CREATED:20221001T212629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221001T212629Z
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SUMMARY:Craft Lab Family Workshop: Tunnel Books with Debra Disman
DESCRIPTION:Craft Workshops\, Family Programs\n\n\n\n\n\nSunday\, October 9\, 20221:30pm – 3:30pm$10 Adults | $7 Children | Free for Members\nRSVP\n\n\n\nCreate a multidimensional tunnel book with artist Debra Disman! Using accordion folds\, framing techniques\, and strategic cutouts\, participants will explore a “layered view” that creates the setting for a dramatic sculptural book scene. Get some inspiration by visiting the diorama scenes in Lezley Saar: Diorama Drama. Craft Lab is for all ages\, everyone is welcome!\nSpace is limited. Advance RSVP is required. \nAll participants must wear a mask during check-in and at all times while indoors. Masks are not required during outdoor programs but are suggested. \nThank you to all program participants for your understanding and cooperation. Learn more about our COVID-19 protocol on our Visit page.
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/craft-lab-family-workshop-tunnel-books-with-debra-disman/
LOCATION:Craft Contemporary\, 5814 Wilshire Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentations,Teaching
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ORGANIZER;CN="Craft Contemporary":MAILTO:info@cafam.org 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220930T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221113T163000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153006
CREATED:20220923T021538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T021706Z
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SUMMARY:EXHIBITIONISTA: Surface Design Association Southwest Regional Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Current SDA members in Arizona\, Colorado\, Nevada\, New Mexico\, Oklahoma\, Southern California\, Texas\, and Utah were invited to submit work for the juried SDA Southwest Regional Exhibition. The exhibition was juried by Arizona artist\, Annie Lopez. \nSeptember 30-November 13\, 2022 at\nTubac Center of the Arts\n9 Plaza Road\, Tubac\, AZ 85646 \n 
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/exhibitionista-surface-design-association-southwest-regional-exhibition/
LOCATION:Tubac Center For The Arts\, 9 Plaza Road\, Tubac\, AZ\, 85646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Surface Design Association":MAILTO:info@surfacedesign.org
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