In the second of three Pulped Under Pressure virtual artists talks for we hear from Julia Goodman (based in Oakland) and Trisha Oralie Martin (based in Chicago) discussing how social memory and cultural identity play a major role in each of their works.
In the first of three virtual artists talks for Pulped Under Pressure we hear from the co-curators Reni Gower and Melissa Potter. We also learn about Seeds InService: A Papermaking Institute, an ecofeminist, socially-engaged art practice by Maggie Puckett and Melissa Potter that supports self-determining communities through heirloom seed management, thematic gardening, and hand papermaking arts activism.
Think you know everything about paper? Join Postdoctoral Fellow Dr. Nasreen Khan in a lively discussion of the past, present, and future of innovations in paper science and technology. She will discuss topics such as the innovation happening at the Renewable Bioproducts Institute, that will drive the future of paper technology and sustainability.
Want to enjoy some relaxing creative time during finals? Then drop by the Price Gilbert library Airspace (room #2222) and enjoy some coloring sheets and de-stress. This workshop is for Georgia Tech students, faculty, and staff. Workshop located in the Price Gilbert Memorial Library, Room 2222 (2nd floor).
Explore the art of hand-made books, which make great journals or sketchbooks! Learn how to make a decorative Japanese stab-style book binding in this workshop. This binding style consists of a soft cover and exposed spine — sewn together in a simple pattern, requiring no folding or glue. Once finished, you will have a quality, handmade book, ready to fill with thoughts and images all your own. This workshop is for Georgia Tech students, faculty, and staff. Workshop located in the Price Gilbert Memorial Library, Room 2222 (2nd floor).
Join us for the reception for our new exhibition When Print Meets Paper. This show includes the work of Melissa Harshman, Kelly Taylor Mitchell, Marilyn Propp, Gretchen Schermerhorn and Georgia Deal.
Step into spring and learn the basics of painting watercolor flowers. Participants will start with a simple sketch and then learn how to layer washes of color to bring life, depth, and a range of values to the floral painting. All skill levels welcome and all materials provided. This workshop is for Georgia Tech students, faculty, and staff. Workshop located in the Price Gilbert Memorial Library, Room 2222 (2nd floor).
Join us for an artists talk with Melissa Harshman & Kelly Taylor Mitchell, who are artists featured in the exhibit When Print Meets Paper. Each artist approaches a “marriage” of paper and print in unique ways, some coming from the lexicon of print and others from a primary focus and love of hand papermaking. A commonality connects them with the historic origins of printmaking addressing social, political, and narrative themes.
Tech’s Tactile Thursday’s welcomes the Georgia Tech Origami Club to teach the Origami Carambola flower, by designed by Carmen Sprung. The art of Japanese paper folding, origami, can turn a simple sheet of paper into a stunning creation. Participants will have the opportunity to make more than one flower. All skill levels welcome and all materials are provided.
Join us for an artists talk with Georgia Deal, Marilyn Propp, & Gretchen Schermerhorn, three artists featured in the exhibit When Print Meets Paper. Each artist approaches a “marriage” of paper and print in unique ways, some coming from the lexicon of print and others from a primary focus and love of hand papermaking. A commonality connects them with the historic origins of printmaking addressing social, political, and narrative themes.