Thursday, November 12, 2009

Today is the Day



Today begins the 3-day historic tile Painting Workshop. I never know what my students will be like. I could have a genius amongst them . . . . we will see.







This is "my" desk at the Scuola d' Arte in Deruta, Italy. My very first attempt painting ceramics in the maiolica style. Nothing was familiar, especially the brushes. I have since been to many places in the world and have learned many new (at least to me) techniques and, hopefully, I will have the opportunity to learn many more.


Pictures of failures and successes of my students' work is forthcoming.

Gina

4 comments:

  1. It's wonderful that you're also able to teach what you've learned, Gina.
    I didn't know about that Scuola d'Arte. I'm sure we have many resources in this country that only foregners know about.
    While typing this, I noticed that you have a degree in Anthropology ... I do too!

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  2. I wish I could be there taking the class :( I will be anxious to see the students work!! Please post them when you get the chance.

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  3. Hi Francesca, Because you are an artist you would enjoy spending a day or two at the Scuola. http://www.scuoladarteceramica.com/ Revered Maestro Romano Ranieri and Professor Nicola Boccini are wonderful and very patient teachers.
    And Francesca, isn't Anthropology a fascinating discipline? Won't make you any money but so interesting.

    Gina

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  4. Hi Barbara, I have posted a few pictures, first attempts at painting ceramics for my students. I am always so surprised and so pleased to see such great work from my students.

    I will post more pictures as they come out of the kiln.

    Gina

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