Black Bird Studio

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*We are available for workshops and residencies M-F from 7am-5pm.*

We work with classes of all sizes. Please contact us to receive pricing

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Ephemeral Earth Art & Mandalas (Grades 3-12)

Program description

Ephemeral art is temporary. The art itself is about the creative process, the final product and the transformation of the art as it deteriorates and fades. Students will fall in love with the process of constructing beautiful, nature-inspired installations or mandalas on the campus lawns and gardens. The process will involve working collaboratively or individually to improvise with natural

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Booking / scheduling contact

Jen Crickenberger

704-575-0006

jen@blackbirdstudioclt.com

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Program Detail

Program type: Professional Development, Workshop

Artistic Discipline: Multi-media, Visual Arts

Cultural Origin: American, Asian, Multicultural, Native American

Subject: Math, Science, Social Studies / History, Visual Arts

Population served: Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 9

Bilingual: No

Available dates:

Please contact Black Bird Studio to book your preferred dates. Programs may take place M-F between 7am-1:30pm.

Available times:

Varies

Max number of students: 20

Length of program: 1-6 hours

Space / technical requirements:

An area at the school dedicated to the mandala installation for display on the floor. The area may be roped off after the installation if needed. The area may be indoors or outdoors.

Location(s):

Your school

Fees / Ticketing:

Pricing varies based on the number of instruction hours, installation hours and materials required for the project. Please contact Black Bird Studio for more information on pricing your project.

Pricing Guide:

$300 – lesson design/planning fee (not applicable for all programs)
$100-$200 per hour of instruction
plus materials and any other service charges that my apply to the specific project

EDUCATION STANDARDS

NC Standard Course of Study:

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SLK.1
Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about grade-appropriate topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SLK.5
Add drawings or other visual displays to descriptions as desired to provide additional detail.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.6.1.b
Follow rules for collegial discussions, set specific goals and deadlines, and define individual roles as needed.

NC Essential Standards:

V.1.4 Understand characteristics of the Elements of Art, including lines, shapes, colors, and texture.
V.2.2 Use sensory exploration of the environment as a source of imagery.
V.2 Apply creative and critical thinking skills to artistic expression.

Qualifications

Conducts educational programming for 2 or more years: Yes

Performs criminal background checks on staff with youth contact: Yes

Maintains general liability insurance (Individuals and organizations listed in this Directory can provide proof of insurance upon request. ASC does not hold copies of current documentation for providers): Yes

Three letters of recommendation / references available: Yes

Provides study guides for teachers and or students: Yes

Connects to State and or Common Core Curriculum Standards: Yes

Provides tools to assess student learning (workshops and residencies): Yes

Provides scholarship and reduced fees: Yes

Conducts ongoing assessments of program quality: Yes

References

Lisa Lashley, Music Educator (Installation/Earth Art)
Chantilly Montessori
lisa.lashley@cms.k12.nc.us

Wade H. Cox, Art Specialist (iPad Photography)
Oaklawn Language Academy
wade.cox@cms.k12.nc.us

Abby Samelak, Elementary Art Teacher (iPad Photography)
John Motely Morehead STEM Academy
abigailm.samelak@cms.k12.nc.us

Kimberley Henderson, Art Teacher (Installation/Rock Art)
Greenway Park Elementary School
kimberly.henderson@cms.k12.nc.us

Danielle Choronoma, Art Teacher (DIY Graphic T-shirts)
Quail Hollow Middle School
danielle1.chornoma@cms.k12.nc.us

Andy Andrews, Art & Craft Teacher (Poetry and Painting like Basquiat)
Butler High School
eugenes.andrews@cms.k12.nc.us

Cancellation Policy

A minimum fee of $100 will be charged for a program cancellation. If supplies were purchased in preparation for the program, the school will be required to reimburse Black Bird Studio.