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2. Afternoons: 12:30 - 3:45pm

in *Passport to Turkey Summer Arts Camp, July 17–21 (Ages 6–8)

Drawing and Painting & Book Arts (Ages 6–8)
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Drawing and Painting & Book Arts (Ages 6–8)

$225
Calendar Jul 17, 2023 at 12:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Join professional artists on a whirlwind tour of Turkey!

Iznik Ware Inspired Tiles: Drawing and Painting (12:30pm)
Iznik pottery first began in the town of Iznik, Turkey. Influenced by Chinese porcelain, Iznik pottery is painted with designs instead of glazed. Work with artist Jeanette Dickinson to design and paint your own set of Iznik-inspired tiles. 

Ebru Turkish Paper Marbling: Book Arts (2:15pm)
Ebru is the Turkish art of creating patterns with color pigments sprinkled into a pan of oily water. Dip your paper in and be ready for something magical. Join artist Meg Erke to learn the art of ebru and create a beautiful handmade book. 

Get $25 off when you register for a morning and afternoon session with discount code FULLDAY.

Mixed Media & Puppetry (Ages 6–8)
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Mixed Media & Puppetry (Ages 6–8)

$225
Calendar Jul 17, 2023 at 12:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Join professional artists on a whirlwind tour of Turkey!

A Caravan of Camels: Mixed Media (12:30pm)
Turkish camels mainly have one hump. Known as a ‘beast of burden’ they transport goods and people and also provide milk. Create your own camel using papier maché, found objects, and fabric. Then enjoy a tasty sweet treat made from camel's milk! 

The Magic of Shadow Puppets (2:15pm)
Talking animals, flying horses, birds that magically change into beautiful maidens, magical objects all come alive in Turkish fairy tales. Work with artist Anne Sawyer to create colorful shadow puppets in the Turkish Karagoz style to retell Turkish folktales. 

Get $25 off when you register for a morning and afternoon session with discount code FULLDAY.

Textiles & Sculpture (Ages 6–8)
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Textiles & Sculpture (Ages 6–8)

$225
Calendar Jul 17, 2023 at 12:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Join professional artists on a whirlwind tour of Turkey!

Crochet Turkish Style: Textiles (12:30pm)
Turkish crochet or Oya, is a type of thread crochet that uses a small hook and specific types of stitches to create a lacy design. Work with artist Julie Boada to learn the basics of crochet. Then try your hand at Oya crocheting to create wearable art. 

The Art of Doll Making: Sculpture (2:15pm)
Join artist Gustavo Boada to create your own hand sewn Turkish folkart doll using papier maché. Paint the facial features. Then use a variety of fabrics and trims to sew an outfit for your doll inspired by regional dress. This class is geared for both boys and girls. 

Get $25 off when you register for a morning and afternoon session with discount code FULLDAY.





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