Straddling the gap between education and inspiration - can you make a child work in an academic vein without denying them the uninhibited free form expressionism that is the trademark of preadolescent artists? Traditions discourage innovation while providing the framework to support it. Teaching art, and thus renewing the cycle.
Cat Pirates strike at Chain Reaction in Anaheim. Working with 5 other artists from LA Mural Front. Detail pictures below. The mandala is mine, so is the panda.
Doing some watercolor painting classes with kids under 10 at the Festival of arts. The uninhibited and direct approach young kids bring to artmaking generates the kinds of abstraction that opens up their subconscious worlds and spills them out on paper. Egos out the window.
An intensive 6-Week Anatomy and Life Drawing course taught by professional illustrator and Laguna Festival of Arts Exhibitor Will Koffman. Every Monday July 27th to August 31st from 6-9 PM. All materials are provided.
Laguna Festival of Arts Artists Reception Party! Thanks to everyone who came. The Festival is up 'til August 31. Want free tickets for yourself or a group? Email me: Will@killmecomix.com