PaperWorks meetings are open to members, guests, and the public free of charge. They are held on the 1st Thursday of the month at St. Francis in the Foothills, 4625 E. River Rd.
For more information:
send an email to our Programs Team:
Nancy Scott Patton programs@paperworks.infoAnne Brownfield Brown
Finding Ema: Visual Inspiration from Japan
Full disclosure: Ema is not human
Last year Anne traveled to Japan with the goal of collecting as many emas as possible. Emas are beautifully designed, colorful votive plaques found at Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples. She is excited to share this little-known aspect of Japanese culture with other visual artists. In addition, she will also be showing examples of Japanese calligraphy collected on her trip.
Anne has been intrigued by Japanese culture since childhood. In the last decade, she has made two trips to Japan and has avidly researched Japanese design culture. After a 40+ year career as a graphic designer and communications director, she now spends her time taking photographs and teaching design as an adjunct instructor at Arizona colleges.
Learn More About Anne At: https://annebrown.myportfolio.com/ or @wordsplusimage
PaperWorks is pleased to welcome erin harris, a sentimental metalsmith whose work captures personal memories and emotions through handcrafted jewelry.
erin’s journey into memorial jewelry began with the loss of her beloved dog, leading her to create meaningful reliquaries that preserve deep personal connections. With a background in social work, she seamlessly combines artistry and empathy to craft pieces that offer comfort and remembrance.
Join us for an insightful presentation on the emotional significance of personalized jewelry and the power of tangible storytelling through metalwork.
For more information about Erin and her work, visit elmharris.com.
Personal Narratives of Life on the Border through O’odham Eyes
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The Art of Hand Coated Printmaking - Palladium & Gum Dichromate