CLAY: Dreaming of Amazonia (8:30am)
From Bahia to Minas Gerais, Brazil has many beautiful pottery traditions. Learn all about the ancient forms and patterns used by early and contemporary artists in these regions. Then, working with artist Lisa Himmelstrup, dig your hands into some clay and create colorful bowls and shakers inspired by the Amazonian rainforest. 

MIXED MEDIA: Rainforest Ecology (10:15am)
Each day, learn something new about the incredible diversity of animals and plants that live in the rainforest. Then work with artist Linda Jenson to construct a diorama of a rainforest, complete with birds, animals, and the canopy! 

For ages 6 – 8.

MASK MAKING: Spirits of the Rainforest (8:30am)
The art of maskmaking, rooted in the traditions of indigenous people who live in the Amazon rainforest region, is fast becoming a lost art. Work with artists Julie & Gustavo Boada to create your own mask inspired by those of indigenous people who still maintain a deep connection to nature. 

INSTRUMENT MAKING: Rain Forest Soundscape (10:15am)
The Amazonian basin is full of music made by birds, animals, and the sound of the tree canopy. Indigenous people have lived in Brazil for thousands of years in harmony with these sounds. Study some of the creatures that make this joyful noise, then work with an artist to make your own rainstick and flute using natural materials. 

For ages 6 – 8.

MASK MAKING: Spirits of the Rainforest (8:30am)
The art of maskmaking, rooted in the traditions of indigenous people who live in the Amazon rainforest region, is fast becoming a lost art. Work with artists Julie & Gustavo Boada to create your own mask inspired by those of indigenous people who still maintain a deep connection to nature. 

PUPPETRY: Journey South (10:15am)
Learn about the Fall journey south of Minnesota songbirds and the environmental challenges they face as they winter in the tropical rainforests. Join artist Laurie Witzkowski and create your favorite Brazilian birds using a variety of art media. 

For ages 6 – 8.