ArtZine Mobile Workshops
An ArtZine is an independently made publication that follows a do-it-yourself philosophy emphasizing expression and connection over exploitation and alienation.
Use mindfulness as a lens through which to explore eco friendly printmaking, book arts, collage, ephemeral graffiti and different forms of writing.
+ArtZines are a tool for irl communication and creating personal connection
+Use Artzines to explore personal identity using image and text
+ArtZines consider historically how the invention of printmaking has contributed to social change, what unique point of view can you contribute to civic discourse?
+ArtZines help strengthen community bonds through group mindfulness drawing and writing exercises, consider taking this workshop with a partner/friend/family member!
+Make beautiful gifts for your loved ones
follow curiosity
+It's fun!
+Learn DIY printmaking techniques using simple non-toxic & up-cycled materials and techniques that you can do in your own home
Michelle Anne Harris is a Philadelphia based artist and Co Director of Big Ramp, where she is Head of Special Programs and Community Outreach. Her art and teaching practices are rooted in her background as a trauma informed early childhood art educator. Michelle has an interdisciplinary approach to creating that includes printmaking, photography, painting, book arts, poetry and sculpture. She received her Master of Fine Arts Degree in printmaking from Cranbrook Academy of Art and her Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in photography and art education from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Michelle has developed educational art programming for the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit, Cranbrook Institute of Science, Art Institute of Chicago, Hyde Park Art Center, and Mural Arts Philadelphia.
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