About the Artist:
I have always dabbled in the arts, but lacked confidence to call myself an artist until rather late in life. For this reason, I am particularly interested in working with students and teachers who may feel they are not “good at art”. It is a delight to me to be able to share with students of all ages the journey of creating, and the joy of bringing into reality their own particular and unique artistic vision. My inspiration comes from nature, from story and song, and from a delight in the world of the senses.

Residency Objectives:
Two residencies are offered:

Creating Public Art : Students would learn to: work together on a theme and design, create clay tiles to be used in the final piece and install them in a mosaic. Depending on age, students would be involved in the setting, grouting and installation of their work.
Clay Explorations: Students will learn basics of working with clay. They will the basics of slab and coil methods of construction a clay pot. Students could also learn simple glazing techniques and be introduced to the firing of clay. Either of these residencies will be tailored to the skill levels of the particular age group.

Staff and Community Offerings:
Ann can offer to teachers, parents and volunteers workshops to cover a variety of needs such as: ways to encourage creativity and self-expression in the students, how to teach students to draw on their own inner resources, ways to organize the classroom for working with clay.

Cost Per Child:
$1 to $3 dollars per child, per project.

Facilities and Supplies:
In general, a kiln is needed. Also, a room where projects can dry undisturbed. A 10’ to 12’ square of Masonite or hard board. Tools for working on the clay. 1 to 2 lbs of clay per student, generally. Some supplies can be supplied by Ann, if needed. Specifics can be discussed with Ann at the time of residency planning.