722 - Discovering a New Artistic Path
Workshop | Available
The "Discovering a New Artistic Path" workshop led by Jill King and Mark Lawson offers artists a unique chance to break away from their usual creative routines and explore fresh perspectives. Through group discussions and hands-on exploratory projects, participants will engage in activities designed to reinvigorate their artistic practice. Working with writing, sketching, and readily available materials like cardboard, wire, and found materials, during the session—the workshop encourages artists to reconnect with their authentic voice and embrace new creative directions.
Instructor- Jill King
Students are required to bring a sketchbook and a small selection of materials they typically use in their artwork, such as watercolors, acrylics, cut paper, or self-drying clay. The instructor will provide additional supplies, including cardboard, glue guns, Weld Bond adhesive, cutting tools, colored paper, markers, colored pencils, scissors, and various found materials.
1 Sketchbook
1 Pencil with Eraser
33400-1632
Armature Wire, 14 Gauge, 32 Feet, $9.98
85500-1002
Wire Mesh, Sheet, Large Weave, 12" x 24", $7.20
34134-2805
Plaster Cloth Roll, 8" x 5 yd, $8.99
21014-2006
Hybrid Technica Pen, Bold, Black, 0.6 mm, $3.20
Jill King
Jill King brings over thirty-seven years of artistic experience, originating from Chicago. Her artistic journey includes earning a Master of Arts degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and her works have been exhibited in renowned venues such as The Lincoln Park Conservatory, Expo Chicago, SOFA, the Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art, and galleries throughout the Midwest. Her public art installations can be found in notable locations including The Lorraine Morton Civic Center in Evanston, IL, The Meta Data Center in Dekalb, IL, and New York's Javits Convention Center. Alongside her prolific art career, Jill has dedicated more than 35 years to teaching at respected institutions such as The American Academy of Art, The Evanston Art Center, The Art Center Highland Park, and Oakton Community College.
Website: www.jillkingstudio.com.
Mark Lawson
Mark Lawson brings extensive curatorial and administrative expertise from his tenure as Gallery Director at the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design (MIAD), where he curated exhibitions, managed collections, and cultivated relationships with artists and patrons. His efforts have left a lasting impact on Milwaukee’s art community by promoting emerging talent and fostering a vibrant dialogue around contemporary art. In addition to his curatorial work, Mark has taught a variety of courses in 3D Design, Design Fabrication, Critical Reading and Writing, and Accessing Your Creativity at both the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and MIAD.