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Silhouettes: Scissors, Papers, Portraits Workshop with Shanlie Whittington

Saturday, August 31 at 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Overview

Designed for Adults

Ages 16 and up
 
Join us for this illuminating presentation and hands-on workshop, led by Silhouettist and Master Craftsperson, Shanlie Whittington. A treat for art enthusiasts and history lovers alike, Silhouettes: Scissors, Papers, Portraits explores the rich history and art of traditional silhouette portraiture. Participants will have the opportunity to create their own silhouettes, using a variety of historic methods, including ‘shadow casting,’ tracing, and cutting. 

Image credit
Right: Headshot courtesy of the artist

Cost

Notice: The workshop portion of this class is full. The presentation is still open with seats for all interested.

Thanks to support from the Access for All grant, this class is free, but advance registration is required. Click here to learn more about Access for All and the MMFA’s registration policy.

Organizer

This program was organized by the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts in partnership with the Alabama International Education & Economic Partnership (ALIEEP). 

Support for this program was provided in part by

Alabama State Council on the Arts Folklife Grant

Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All Grant

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