Art, Asphalt, and Activism Educator Workshop
Date
November 4, 2023 | 9 am–12 pm
Location
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Learn more about the connections between art and science as we explore the art practice of Los Angeles based artist and educator, Beatriz Jaramillo. In collaboration with Self Help Graphics, Beatriz collected asphalt from La Brea Tar Pits to create ink for her latest art piece which will be featured as part of the PST ART: Art & Science Collide initiative. During this workshop, educators will also hear from artists Graham Coates Smith and Yesenia Morales and learn how to make pigments from safe and natural materials such as minerals, cochineal, and more! Educators will have the chance to connect over breakfast, participate in discussion around classroom application of the topic, and receive teaching resources.
Our Speakers
Beatriz Jaramillo's work addresses the landscape as metaphor and modality, highlighting the tensions produced by the artificial separation between nature and culture and, in the process, inviting the viewer to rethink their fractured relationship with nature. With her work, the artist integrates art, science, and technology with community participation to inspire meaningful dialogues about environmental issues. Beatriz has served as a teaching artist at LACMA and the Norton Simon Museum and as a faculty member at Cal State University as a Ceramic Instructor.
Graham Coates Smith is an interdisciplinary artist and environmental scientist. Graham uses his resources and technical skills to support movements for environmental justice, wealth redistribution, and racial equity. In his free time, Graham conducts experiments at the intersection of science and art, tries to befriend local cats, and compulsively watches old episodes of Star Trek.
Yesenia Morales is a Zapotec/Cuicatec indigenous woman. She has about 10+ years in community and youth organizing. She is a multimedia artist working with acrylic, watercolor and recycled materials. Her goal is to dive deeper into learning about natural dyes and hopes to one day take a natural dyes workshop in Oaxaca with well known textile artists.
Important Workshop Information
- Our workshops fill up incredibly fast! Please only sign up if you are sure you can make it–and if plans change, email us ASAP to give your spot to someone on the waitlist.
- While we love welcoming your families to our museums, this specific program is intended for formal and informal educators (18+)
- In-person workshops are subject to cancellation due to low registration, inclement weather, or changes in safety measures.
- Participants MUST register prior to the event. There will not be registration at the door.
- We aim to make La Brea Tar Pits an exciting, educational, and enjoyable experience for everyone. If you have any questions about accommodation services we offer, contact our Call Center at 213.763.3466 or info@tarpits.org at least 48 hours in advance.
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