($60) Introduction - Painting on Silk with Jamie Kirkell

Join silk artist Jamie Kirkell for a two hour silk painting class.  
No past art experience is necessary.  We will finish a 14x72 inch scarf and I think you’ll be pleased with the results.  
Please bring an apron and work clothes. All art supplies will be provided.

This class has two different time slot options for the same date.  Only register for the time slot you will attend.

Time slot 1: 10am-Noon 
Time slot 2:  2-4pm.

JAMIE KIRKELL
My life changing experience brought me to the art of painting on silk. From 1966 to 1969 I was a United States Peace Corps Volunteer in the Luzon Mountains of the Philippines. Here I developed my strong interest in orchids and orchid collecting. Upon finishing my Peace Corps program I went to Java and apprenticed under Indonesia Batik Master Bambang Oetoro. This experience has proven to be the major influence in my life and work.

Upon returning to the United States I opened a silk painting studio in New York City and worked with two exceptional artists. As a studio our works grew exponentially and our paintings sold at galleries and museum gift shops throughout the United States and Israel. Today I specialize in capris, leggings, large floral paintings and silk and poly chiffon scarves.


Recommendations
"That was quite a workshop we had at Daniel Stowe, It really stands out—I think it was one of the best workshops/experiences I’ve ever worked with, and having the exhibit with it was wonderful. Cindy Klemmer, Director, Zilker Botanic Garden, Austin TX.  Former Educational Director, Daniel Stowe Botanic Garden."

"I really loved your class the beautiful drawing techniques.  I love using what I drew and designing my own scarf.    Linda A. Edina Art center, Edina, MN."




For questions, please contact Jennifer Brauner at seniorcenter@jfcsaz.org