Artist
For our kick-off workshop (or program in library parlance!) we celebrated SUMMER by creating a BUTTERFLY BOOK based on the folded fan structure.
There were participants from ages 6-60+ including families, couples, grandparents, siblings and friends.
It was a joy to behold.
And a beautiful butterfly time was had by all!
This program is made possible by a grant from the City of Los Department of Cultural Affairs.
For disability-related accommodations, please call (213) 228-7430 at least five business days prior to the event.
“This traveling exhibition spans over 60 years of Ralph Steadman’s influential career, featuring more than 140 original artworks and ephemera, including sketchbooks, handwritten notes, and personal photographs. Steadman is best known for his long collaboration with Hunter S. Thompson, notably illustrating “Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.” Their partnership helped define Gonzo journalism, a style of reporting that blends personal experience with political commentary. Coined by journalist Bill Cardoso, Gonzo’s impact is still felt today in online news, editorial pieces, social media, and political punditry.
We had folks of all ages “drop in” to the ongoing workshop, and learn how to put together exciting media to create personal accordion, folded fan and flower-fold books!
Samples help attendees understand the book structures and visualize what they want to do.
Ink spatter paper (created by Andrea) is inspirational and reflects the techniques employed by artist Ralph Steadman!
“Autonomy Matters”
A vibrant group gathers.
Focus and concentration.
Book within book, to explore a theme.
Even the stairs were used as a work surface, by choice!
Partners and friends, worked together.
Hollywood was an inspiration,
