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SchoolsNationally acclaimed author and illustrator, Joyce Raimondo, sparks children’s creativity as they explore masterpieces of art, and then create projects inspired by the artists’ techniques. Joyce invites children to express their ideas about what they see in masterpieces by such artists as van Gogh and Picasso during dynamic slide shows. Students develop confidence to articulate opinions as they debate, analyze, and interpret great artworks. Additionally, schools can schedule follow up workshops in which students explore innovative art methods inspired by famous artists. CHOOSE SLIDE SHOWS AND WORKSHOPS based on Joyce's popular art books: GO GREEN WITH CREATIVITY! RECYCLE FOR ART* Old toys, trinkets, broken jewelry, bottle caps, and more! During fun-filled slide shows, discover how famous artists Picasso, Calder, and others turned throwaway things into masterpieces. Then, transform junk into treasures of art. Create Picasso inspired faces, whimsical animal sculptures, mystery boxes, and more out of 100% recycled items. NEW! Create Go Green Stepping Stones from recycled memorabilia for a permanent installation in your school garden or courtyard. *Projects featured in Joyce's book What's the Big Idea? EXPRESS YOURSELF! FEELINGS IN ART Character education through art. What do you do when you are happy, sad, silly, or mad? Discover creative and constructive ways that artists from van Gogh to Pollock express their feelings. Then express your emotions in projects inspired by the artists. WHAT’S THE BIG IDEA! ABSTRACT ART Art does not have to look real to be great! Explore colorful collages by Matisse, mixed up faces by Picasso, or drip paintings by Pollock as you discover what creativity is all about. Then, set yourself free as you create amazing abstract art. MAKE IT POP! POP ART How can a fast food hamburger become a great masterpiece? Discover how Pop artists Warhol, Lichtenstein, and others transform everyday things into thought-provoking works of art. Then create your own Pop art prints, sculptures, and collages. IMAGINE THAT! SURREALISM - Nominated Texas Blue Bonnet Award Melting clocks! Combs the size of your bed! Enter a fantastic dream world created by Surrealist artists Dalí, Magritte, Kahlo, Miró, and others. Then discover your wondrous imagination in hands-on workshops inspired by Surrealist methods. PICTURE THIS! IMPRESSIONISM -Teachers Choice Award Visit a sunny seaside or stroll through a garden full of bright colors. Journey through a beautiful world of Impressionist art by Monet, Degas, Renoir, Cassatt, and others. Then, create paintings inspired by Impressionists. ART SAFARI! ANIMALS IN ART Encounter fantastic animals in modern masterpieces by Picasso, Chagall, Rousseau and others. Then explore the wilds of your imagination in Fantastic Animal Collages or Amazing Clay Creatures. Joyce is author of The Museum of Modern’s Art’s Art Safari series. ALSO AVAILABLE: NEW! MY LIFE AS AN ARTIST! During interactive slide shows, Joyce Raimondo, shows students how her life developed as an artist from early childhood to adulthood. In her dramatic autobiographical artworks, Raimondo presents the story of her life and explores how art gave expression during difficult and joyful times. Raimondo exemplifies careers in the arts as an illustrator, book author, museum educator, and fine artist. She inspires students to follow a passion while being of service to others. LONG ISLAND ART EXPLORERS! Why have so many great artists lived on Long Island? During slide shows, explore the works of famous artists who have lived or worked on Long Island such artists as Moran, DeKooning, Lichenstein, Pollock, and others. Students can also discover famous artworks that can be seen right here outdoors on Long Island. For some schools, related workshops based on the innovative techniques of the artists follow. Choose sculpture, painting, or both. TRIPS TO JACKSON POLLOCK'S HOUSE Joyce Raimondo is an Education Consultant for the Pollock-House and Study Center. Guided by Joyce, students grades 3 and above, visit the home and studio of the abstract painters Pollock and Krasner - a national landmark in East Hampton. Then sketch outdoors on the spectacular grounds overlooking Accabonic Harbor. $1.00 per student. For schools that cannot afford buses and are in need, in-school Pollock workshops are available on a limited basis. For information about the site go to www.pkhouse.org. To arrange your school trip, call Joyce at 917-502-0790. THESE PROGRAMS HELP STUDENTS Prepare for English Language Arts Test Meet New York State Standards for the Arts Develop language skills Develop observation skills Enhance critical thinking Gain confidence speaking within a group Debate and accept varied opinions, respect others' veiwpoints Gain knowledge and enjoyment of art history Develop the ability to describe, analyze, and interpret artworks Express themselves creatively through innovative art methods and discussions Express a range of emotions and imagination Believe in the possibility of having a creative career and the ability to follow one’s dreams FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Grades k – 12 (Discussions and slide shows are adapted to each grade level) School provides scissors, paint, paper, and glue when needed for workshops. Maximum number of students per slide show: Grade k - 50 students Grade 1 – 50 students Grades 2 - 75 students Grades 3 and above – 100 students Each session is 45 minutes to one hour. Up to four consecutive workshops or slide shows may be scheduled on one day. Courses and package fees available for school residencies. Staff development workshops offered. Purchase Art Explorer books --signed by author -- for students and teachers. REFERENCES AND SCHEDULE OF EVENTS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. CLIENTS (partial list): CULTURAL INSTITUTIONS The Ark Project, Bridgehampton, NY Bronx Museum of the Arts, New York, NY Children’s Museum of Manhattan, New York, NY Children Museum of the East End, Bridghampton, NY Crayola Factory, Easton, PA Guild Hall of East Hampton, NY Hudson River Museum, Yonkers, NY The Museum of Modern Art, NY, NY Ocean Beach Historical Society, Fire Island, NY Ossorio Foundation, Southampton, NY Pollock-Krasner House and Study Center, East Hampton, New York P.S. 1, Institute for Contemporary Art, Long Island City, NY SCHOOLS Amagansett Public School, Amagansett, NY Aquebogue Elementary, Riverhead, NY Bellmont Elementary School, Bellmont, NY Birchlane, Massaepqua, NY Bridgehampton School, Bridgehampton, NY Brooklyn Avenue, Valleystream, NY Charles E. Walters Elementary, Yapank, NY Chestnut Hill, Melville, NY Child Development Center Charter School, East Hampton, NY Daly Elementary School, Port Washington, NY East End Home School Group, East Hampton, NY East Hampton High School, East Hampton, NY Fairfeild, Massapequa, NY Guggenhein School, Port Washington, NY Hayground, Bridgehampton, NY Henri Viscardi/National Center for Disability Serv., Albertson, NY Hillside Elementary School, New Hyde Park, NY JFK, Amityville, NY John Marshall Elementary, East Hampton, NY Manorhaven School, Port Washington, NY Medford-Patchoque Elementary School, NY Millponds Elementary School, St. James, NY Montauk School, Montauk, NY Old Bethpage Elementary School, NY Phillips Avenue Elementary, Riverhead, NY Project Most After School, East Hampton, NY Pulaski Street Middle School, Riverhead, NY Remsenburg-Speonk Elementary, Remsenburg, NY Riley Avenue School, Riverhead, NY River School, Patchoque, NY Riverhead High School, Riverhead, NY Roanoke Avenue Elementary, Riverhead, NY Roslyn Middle School, Roslyn, NY Ross School, East Hampton, NY Sagaponick School, Sagaponick, NY Salem, Port Washington, NY Shelter Island School (k-12), Shelter Island, NY Solomon Schecter Day School of Nassau County Springs School, East Hampton, NY Southampton Elementary School, Southampton, NY Syosset Village School. Syosset, NY Sunquam School, Melville, NY Tidewater Academy, Virginia Beach, VA Quogue Elementary, Quogue, NY Unqua Elementary, Massapequa, NY Wainscott School, Wainsott, NY West Islip High School, Wesy Islip, NY William S. Covert Elementary School, Rockville Center, NY Woodward Parkway Elementary, Farmingdale, NY Victor D’Amico Institute of Art, Amagansett, NY |
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