Cultural Arts Workshops for Teachers
As part of the Journey Program, the Huntington Arts Council offers an annual series of Cultural Arts Workshops for teachers.This professional development opportunity earns in-service credit for teachers in keeping with their district policy. Workshops are free for teachers in participating districts, but are open to outside districts for $15 per workshop.
This series of 5 workshops takes place every fall. Come to one or all five. Dates for 2011 are October 12th, 19th, 26th, November 2nd & 9th. Times are 4:30-7:30pm at Huntington High School , 188 Oakwood Road , Huntington .
2011 Cultural Workshops
Wednesday, October 12th, 2011
"Talking with Trees"
Artist Tonito Valderrama will discuss the tradition of the "talking stick," a tool used in
Native American ceremonies to encourage respect and understanding amongst peers. Working with natural materials, participants will create their own symbolic Native American talking sticks to use in their classroom.
Wednesday, October 19th, 2010
"Taino Culture: Past and Present"
Taino Artist and musician Irka Mateo of the National Museum of the American Indian will explore Taino History and contemporary culture through music, storytelling, and
crafts. As part of this workshop, participants will make and take home a Taino arm band, a symbol of cultural status. Mateo will also teach participants a traditional song in Arawak.
Wednesday, October 26th, 2011
"Beginner's Guide to Gourd - History, Craft, and Music "
Gourds are used for various purposes by cultures throughout the world. This workshop, taught by Cheryl "Lady Shekere" Thomas, will explore the spiritual nature and use of the Gourd through fact and fiction. Participants will then use the ancient and traditional craft of beading to create and personalize their own authentic Gourd instruments.
Wednesday, November 2nd, 2011
"Artistry on Silk"
Explore the ancient Asian art of silk painting in this three hour hands-on workshop with textile designer Esther Tollen. Learn how to set up a silk frame and create your own
original matted silk artwork by applying your choice of resist, dyes and salts.
Finished work will be suitable for framing.
Wednesday, November 9th, 2011
"Music, Instruments, and Rhythms from the Land of the Incas"
Musician Guillermo Guerrero will present an interactive musical workshop based in the Incan tradition. Learn about Andean music, clothing, dances, and lifestyle. Participants will learn how to make Antaras, or traditional Peruvian panpipes, and will practice Andean rhythms and songs on various instruments.
For more information, please contact Peggy Low, Arts-in-Education Coordinator at 631-271-8423 x14 or artsined@huntingtonarts.org.
