Available October 12, 2009 through May 14, 2010
10:00 a.m., Tuesday - Friday

NEW!
SIGNS, SYMBOLS AND STORIES
The Hidden Messages in Baroque Art

Discover the dramatic subject matter and uncover
the allegorical meanings of Baroque art! Learn what
motivated 17th and early 18th century European artists
to create narrative work and how they used extravagant
theatrical forms, exciting manipulations of space, vivid
illusions and strong contrasts of light and dark to tell
a story. In the galleries, students will participate in
interactive activities, explore the meanings of pictorial
gesture and uncover the stories behind the art.

In the workshop, students will use a variety of materials
to create a Baroque-style portrait of a contemporary or
pop culture figure.

WHAT DOES IT MEAN?
The Challenge of Contemporary Art

How do artists use methods, materials, and ideas
to create thought-provoking art that challenges
our beliefs and values? Learn about the work of
contemporary artist Mark Bradford, who transforms
nontraditional collage materials, such as posters and
billboard remnants scavenged from city streets, into
abstract wall-sized collages. After building layer upon
layer of these discarded materials, Bradford then sands
away layers to reveal a visual commentary about
diverse cultural communities and social issues. In the
galleries, students will discuss artwork created with
conventional and unconventional materials and
participate in interactive activities.

In the workshop, students will create a collage reflecting
personal or cultural influences, in the style of Bradford.

Number of students per program: maximum 50, minimum 10
MUSE MACHINE will bill $7.00 per student

Call 937-512-0152 or email educate@daytonartinstitute.org for reservations.