Turchin Center offers lectures, workshops

Appalachian State University and the Turchin Center for the Visual Arts will hold several lectures and

workshops through November offering opportunities to learn more about the works in current TCVA exhibitions and related subjects.

“It’s informal and a fun, friendly way to explore art,” a Turchin Center spokesperson said. “In addition, mark your calendar for Friday, Nov. 7, at 7 p.m., and dress to kill, thrill and chill at the TCVA’s reception celebrating the winter exhibitions.”

October
On Oct. 15, join visiting artist Masankho Banda for “High Energy Learning – African Music and Dance.” Masankho, a multi-disciplinary performing artist and educator, brings a unique perspective to his work around the world. Steeped in his Malawian culture, Masankho motivates and inspires people of all ages to work together to bring about peace, social justice and cultural understanding. After performing, Masankho will talk about his background and work. Bring your lunch and join Masankho and the TCVA at noon, Oct. 15, in the TCVA Lecture Hall, Room 1102, West Wing. This program is offered in partnership with the Office of International Education and Development.

November
Nov. 7 features an artists’ panel for the exhibition “Ancient Philosophy/Contemporary Art,” at 6 p.m. in the TCVA Lecture Hall, Room 1102, West Wing. This pre-Fall Exhibition Celebration features artists from Asia, some of whom are exhibiting at the TCVA. There also will be a special artist’s demonstration event at 1 p.m., Nov. 8, in the Rosen Education wing, Community Art School Classroom.

Also on Nov. 7, and in conjunction with the Downtown Boone Art Crawl, help celebrate the fall season’s exhibitions with great art, music and food. Join us for the Fall Exhibition Celebration!

A 20th Century Masters Class will be held Nov. 19, noon-1 p.m., in the TCVA Lecture Hall. Twentieth century masters Robert Motherwell and Andy Warhol will be the focus of this presentation and gallery talk. After learning about these artists’ backgrounds, works and processes, attendees will walk through the East Wing’s Mezzanine and Main galleries to talk about exhibited work.

Saturdays, Oct. 25, Nov. 1, 8 and 15, 1-2 p.m. – “Imagination Corporation” explores language and communication, problem solving skills, creativity, positive self-concept, social awareness, empathy, values and attitudes, and an understanding of the art of theater. This workshop is taught by Gordon Hensley and Anna Ward’s Teaching Theatre and is geared to students from kindergarten through fifth grade. Pre-registration is required and class size is limited to 10-20 participants. Cost is $20. Meet at the TCVA and the group will walk to the Valborg Theatre Lobby. Register online at www.theatre.appstate.edu/register.

Nov. 8, 10-11:30 a.m. – “Leaf Rubbings, Bark Rubbings and More: Recording Textures” lets children, ages 4-6, enjoy the splendor of nature. Participants will gather interesting leaves, grasses and textures to create tree collages. Taught by Dee Pelliccio and Elementary Education majors, the workshop meets in the TCVA’s Arnold P. Rosen Family Education Wing. Cost is $10 for members and $15 for non-members. Enrollment is limited to 10. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. To register, visit www.tcva.org/register.

Nov. 15 and 22, 10 a.m.-noon – If you’re 6-12 years old, learn about American artist Andy Warhol at “Who’s Andy Warhol: A Pop Art Workshop,” with Dr. Gayle Marie Weitz’s ART 3021 students. Warhol was a central figure in the art movement known as Pop Art, which is characterized by themes and techniques drawn from popular mass culture, such as advertising and comic books. After a successful career as a commercial illustrator, Warhol became famous for his work as a painter, printmaker and photographer. In this workshop, participants will be inspired by some extraordinary examples of Pop Art to create Pop Art of their own. The workshop meets in the TCVA’s Arnold P. Rosen Family Education Wing. Cost is $15 for members and $25 for non-members. Enrollment is limited to 15. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. To register, visit www.tcva.org/register.

Nov. 20, 4-6 p.m. — Are you “Dreaming of a Career in the Theatre?” Join Alice Neff for an interactive tour, starting with the “secret” backstage area of the Valborg Theatre. See where scenery, costumes, props, lighting and sound come to life. After the tour, participants will learn about career options in all areas of theater and how to prepare for them. Participants will meet in the lobby

For a complete schedule of programs for children, teenagers, adults, seniors and special populations, please call (828) 262-3017 or visit www.tcva.org.

The Turchin Center, 423 West King St., Boone, is open 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, and Noon-8 p.m., Friday. The center is closed Sunday and Monday and observes all university holidays. There is no admission charge, although donations are gratefully accepted.