Durable + Beautiful Gifts: Make Your Own Concrete Vessels (Adults and Youth 9+ with a Registered Adult)
Adult Intensive | FULL
In this introduction to concrete, you'll learn how to choose molds, create your own from common household items, then mix, pour, and finish the project. Make small vessels that you can later use for succulents, candles, or containers. Join us to see the many things you can do with concrete!
- The instructor will supply N95 masks, but students can bring their own respirators if desired.
If under 18, student must be accompanied by a registered adult. Classes are confirmed one week prior to the start date. In order to help us confirm classes, please register as early as possible. On-site courses do not come with studio access outside of class time. Paid open studio access is available through our Studio Access Program. Please visit visarts.org for more information.
Alicia Dietz
Alicia Dietz served in the U.S Army for ten years as an officer, Blackhawk maintenance test pilot, and Company Commander. She flew combat and peacekeeping missions in Iraq, Egypt, Israel, and in Europe. After the military, Alicia studied traditional woodworking at Vermont Woodworking School and is currently earning her MFA at VCU. Alicia has received numerous awards including the VMFA Visual Arts Fellowship. Her current work is the beginning of a journey to expose the visible and invisible wounds of veterans, and to explore her thoughts about what war does to soldier's bodies, minds, and to their humanity.
https://www.aliciadietzstudios.com/