A Public Invitation to Learn about Contemporary Art
LA Artcore Center has a long standing in educational programming. In addition to our 24 exhibitions a year, we pay close attention to the creative process by developing and offering art education workshops. Whether they are focused on children, high school students or lifelong learners, we take pride that our programs are based on California professional standards for teaching.
"I am elated that I had the opportunity to step into the creative safe haven of Artcore's enthusiastic arms. For a few hours my mind was able to let go and really take the time to appreciate the little things around me. But the most important thing I learned from my experience at Artcore was not being afraid of making mistakes. That freedom is truly priceless." -AM
Every Exhibit includes a Conversation with the Artist
Graham Goddard : Conversation with the Artist : 2011
As a standard part of every exhibit, we introduce the artist to the audience with our Conversations with the Artis program. A board member introduces the artist to the guests; the artist gives a statement, answers questions, and often provides demonstrations of technique. Some of the artists exhibiting in our galleries present hands-on workshops to our audience. This experience combines theoretical and practical techniques that professional artists demonstrate through guided workshops, to combine with a guest's own understanding of making art.
Joseph Vorgity : Woodblock Printing Techniques Workshop : 2011Free Workshops for Community Youth
We've developed a methodology for teaching appreciation of the connections between contemporary art and personal creativity. We are constantly learning and fine tuning our methods to deliver high quality learning experiences. In a time when the local school district can scarecely offer occaisonal experiences with art, we are stepping in to fill a necessary role in the community. Small classes, professional artist-educators, taught within the dynamic environment of a working art gallery. We translate concept into experience delivering critical skills in multi-week workshops.
Luis Becerra : City Project Youth Workshop : 2011Our latest workshop, which is recurring and enrolling for the next session now, is taught by lifetime Los Angeles resident, professional artist and educator Luis Becerra. Close supervision with a class of 12, the students built a model of a city, learning about the interactions necessary within a large system, how to collaborate to make parts of a whole, civil planning and a variety of construction and painting skills. The summer class ran twelve two-hour sessions, with three sessions a week, and concludes with an exhibit.
"I have been intimidated, and to be honest, afraid to paint/draw ever since Kindergarden. I was scolded by my teacher back then for the way I added a slant to figures I was drawing during an art lesson - this experience of making a "mistake" or "doing it wrong" has stuck with me my whole life. Artcore's recent lecture series, taught by David Moen, has allowed me to let go of my fears and trust in MY artistic expression, even if slants are involved. " -NV
Continuing Education - Classes and Field Trips for Adults
David Moen : Understanding Abstract Art Pt. 3 : Non-Objective Art and Sacred Space : 2011Because we believe education is a lifelong process, LA Artcore Center has developed specialized workshop classes that are directed towards adults. These four week sessions are designed for an audience that wants to understand historical art movements and theories. The most recent workshop offered was Understanding Abstract Art, taught by David Moen, lifelong artist and instructor. Each session is designed to be interactive, using language that is easily understood and culminates with a hands- on workshop that reiterates and applies all the concepts learned. We've also conducted tours of several of the primary local Contemporary Art museums in our neighborhood, with guided instruction.
"All my life, I have represented creative people. I have represented recording artists, music video directors, songwriters and producers. Always a salesperson and a consummate business woman, I never considered myself a creative person, per se.
So I was truly amazed to find that I could actually tap into my creative side after just a few hours of instruction at Artcore. It was a lot of fun and I met some very fascinating and talented classmates.
One of the most interesting things about art is self-discovery. Our instructor, David, showed me how my energy manifested itself in the brushstrokes of each of my pieces. I was not fully aware of this aspect of my personality nor was I aware of my own latent power … it truly helped me find my strength.
My favorite part of the class was the field trip to LACMA. There, we could view the incredible art created by the masters with the knowledge we had accumulated in the past four weeks. It was like being able to read with new eyes!! The sense of accomplishment I felt was very exciting!!" -LM
