Grounds For Sculpture May - September 2016 Event Guide by Grounds For Sculpture

EVENT GUIDE

MAY - SEPTEMBER 2016

NEW THIS SEASON ONLINE ADMISSION TICKETS MOTHER’S DAY GARDEN LECTURES CREATIVITY LECTURE SERIES

MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND

IMPORTANT RESERVATION INFORMATION MOTHER’S DAY TICKETS EXCLUSIVELY SUNDAY, MAY 8

AVAILABLE ONLINE

Mother’s Day is one of the most popular days to visit GFS. In order to prevent overcrowding and ensure that our guests on this special day have an enjoyable visit, Mother’s Day is a ticketed event. Tickets for this day are $20 per person and are available for sale online only. Visit groundsforsculpture.org for more information and to purchase tickets. Members and children (5 and under) will receive free admission, but will require an online reservation to visit the park that day. Guest passes will not be accepted for entry on Mother’s Day.

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THE MUSEUM SHOP STOCKED FOR SPRING AND SUMMER

The warm weather has returned and with it comes a treasure trove of fun and wonderful gift items for home and garden. Check out our newly expanded children’s line, including art-making kits, sketchbooks, and more. We’ve also ramped up our garden offerings—you’ll find glorious seed packets from Hudson Valley Seed Library, beautiful and well-made gardening tools, books selected by our horticulturist, and even a collection of gorgeous hand-made garden markers. Dress your table with tasteful ceramics or hand-painted glassware and infuse art into your every day. New items arrive daily. No admission required to visit the Museum Shop. See page 7 for fun events at the shop this season!

MUSEUM SHOP HOURS

Open year-round, Tuesday-Sunday, 10am-6pm Memorial Day-Labor Day, extended evening hours Fridays and Saturdays until 9pm Looking for something special or need a gift shipped? Call us! (609) 586-0239 Cover image: Paul Henry Ramirez, RATTLE (detail), 2016, mixed media, site-specific installation, Courtesy of the Artist, photo: Ken Ek

Isaac Witkin, Eolith, 1994, Blue Mountain granite, 96 x 68 x 48 inches, Grounds For Sculpture, Gift of The Seward Johnson Atelier, Inc., © Estate of Isaac Witkin. Photo by Matt Yu Yao.

ABOUT GFS Nestled in the heart of central New Jersey lies Grounds For Sculpture (GFS), where art and nature are always at play. At its core are more than 270 sculptures by renowned and emerging contemporary artists, each thoughtfully sited on landscaped parkland full of exotic trees and flowers. The works, many of them monumental, include those of such distinguished artists as Clement Meadmore, Anthony Caro, Beverly Pepper, Kiki Smith, George Segal, Magdalena Abakanowicz, and Isaac Witkin.

They join the enchanting works of our visionary founder Seward Johnson and many others by the finest up and coming artists of our time. Join us and discover the beauty, charm, whimsy, and inspiration that our 42 acres hold. The collection and exhibits at GFS contain art works that may be of a challenging, sensitive, and/or mature nature. Please be aware and consult GFS staff for advice if you have specific concerns.

NEW! TIMED TICKETS AT GFS

We’re excited to announce that ONLINE admission tickets are now available! Go to groundsforsculpture.org and buy before you arrive. Choose your visit date in advance and purchase your admission tickets online to guarantee entry to GFS. Check ticket availability at groundsforsculpture.org. Members do not need to reserve tickets in advance except on event days. For visitors requiring special accommodation, please contact our Guest Services department.

GETTING HERE

Conveniently located near Princeton at the center of the New York-Philadelphia travel corridor in Hamilton Twp., New Jersey, Grounds For Sculpture is easily accessible by major state and interstate roads and by rail and has ample free parking.

SHOPPING

Located in the Welcome Center, our spacious and beautifully appointed Museum Shop offers a distinctive selection of merchandise. Whether you’re seeking a souvenir or the perfect gift, our store has something special. Stop by and browse our selection of home décor, handcrafted gifts and jewelry from NJ artisans and beyond, books and media, children’s items, and other must-haves.

ACCESSIBILITY

GFS is recognized for its dedication to designing accessible facilities and programs. Most buildings are fully accessible. Large-print editions of information and brochures are available, as are assisted-listening devices for tours and lectures. ADA cart tours are available for persons with limited mobility Tuesday-Sunday, 11am-3pm (reservations recommended) on a first-come, first-served basis. Scooters and wheelchairs are available to rent from the Welcome Center for a fee (limited availability). Touch Tours for those with visual impairments are available with advance reservation. Call (609) 586-0616.

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PARK HOURS

Open year-round Tuesday-Sunday 10am– 6pm, closed Mondays. Open until 9pm Friday and Saturday, Memorial Day - Labor Day. GFS reserves the right to close to the public for special events.

VISITING THIS SEASON

Please be aware that there may be times when the park is at capacity and we cannot admit further guests. Purchase tickets online in advance to ensure entry.

DINING AT THE PARK

EXHIBITIONS BOAZ VAADIA: SCULPTURE

MAY 1 – SEPTEMBER 18, 2016

Boaz Vaadia: Sculpture will feature the work of the Israeli-born New York artist who creates figurative compositions by stacking layers of sedimentary stone, capturing in the artist’s words the “pause in the movement.” With more than 100 sculptures on display in the Museum, Domestic Arts Building Mezzanine, and outdoors, this exhibition will encompass the depth of Vaadia’s works, including some rarely seen early works and some recent sculptures cast in bronze. Sponsored by the Quakerbridge Mall, a Simon Mall, and The Consulate General of Israel in New York.

PAUL HENRY RAMIREZ: RATTLE

FEBRUARY 27, 2016 – JANUARY 8, 2017

The West Gallery will feature RATTLE, a site-specific installation created by Paul Henry Ramirez. Through layers of direct painting, applied canvases, sound, and other elements Ramirez will transform the gallery into a whimsical fantasy of color and energy, playing with and against the architecture of the space, creating a sculpted environment where the viewer experiences the installation on multiple sensory levels. Sponsored in part by Bank of America

Ayami Aoyama, Sun, 2010, emerald pearl granite, 12 x 12 x 4 inches, Collection of the Artist, photo: Ken Ek

EXHIBITIONS

AYAMI AOYAMA: SILENCE

MAY 1 – SEPTEMBER 18, 2016

Paul Henry Ramirez, Smoothie Physique, 2015, fired clay, dimensions variable, from RATTLE installation, Courtesy of Paul Henry Ramirez. Photo: Ken Ek

Nikki Rosato, Untitled (Merged) I (detail), 2014, hand-cut road map, 64 x 48 inches, Courtesy of Jonathan Ferrara Gallery, New Orleans

NIKKI ROSATO: INBOUND

MAY 1 – SEPTEMBER 18, 2016

This season, the Domestic Arts Building lower level features two exhibitions—Ayami Aoyama: Silence and Nikki Rosato: Inbound. Aoyama is a NJ-based artist who works with stone, embracing the spiritual nature of the material as she carves sculpture that is connected to the natural world. Sponsored in part by the Brooke Barrie Art Fund

In Inbound, Nikki Rosato creates figurative works using road maps, cutting away all the land masses, leaving linear forms created from the leftover roads and waterways as a metaphor for personal connections and experiences. Rosato’s use of volumetric negative space forms a spatial counterpoint to the fluid solidity of Ayami Aoyama’s Silence.

EDUCATION GALLERY INTO THE BEAUTIFUL NORTH: A BIG READ MURAL PROJECT MAY 13 – JULY 10

This spring, as part of a National Endowment for the Arts funded Big Read project centered on the book Into the Beautiful North by Luis Alberto Urrea, GFS and the Hamilton Township Public Schools partnered to engage students across grade levels in a project that brought literature and the visual arts together. Come view the mural created by these students and teaching artist Karina Raude, and witness a celebration and exploration of the history of Latin American muralism, and themes including identity, family, and community.

COMBAT PAPER PROJECT

AUGUST 13 – OCTOBER 2

This exhibition features powerful works on paper created at workshops organized by Combat Paper NJ, an organization which helps veterans express their complex experiences through art-making and the language of papermaking. Combat Paper NJ’s goal is to build and strengthen the veteran and non-veteran community by changing the culture of the “silent veteran,” transforming the veteran into a storyteller, the nonveteran into a witness.

COMING THIS FALL! MEMBERS’ MUSINGS Don’t miss the seventh annual juried exhibition exclusively featuring artwork by members of GFS. In addition to supporting the arts, many GFS members are gifted artists themselves. This exhibition showcases the diversity of our membership through these varied artistic creations and unique inspirations. Please check our website after June 15th for information on how to submit your work for this exhibition!

EXHIBITIONS

OCT. 22 - DEC. 4

ARTISTS UP CLOSE INSIDE SILENCE: CONVERSATION & SONG WITH AYAMI AOYAMA AND KYOKO SAITO

SUNDAY, JUNE 12, 5-7pm $35 MEMBERS $45 NON-MEMBERS

Two dear friends and working artists— one occupied with stone, the other with sound—present, in tandem, an evening exploring the powerful layers of spirit and sentiment. Visual artist Ayami Aoyama will speak to the transformative physicality behind her Silence exhibition while singer Kyoko Saito provides breathtaking operatic selections. Concluding with a light fare reception and opportunity to chat with these artists, this exclusive engagement opens heart and mind through this unique collaboration. Price includes park admission and light fare reception. Tickets are limited for this special engagement. To register, visit groundsforsculpture.org or call 609.586.0616 ext. 243.

Ayami Aoyama, King (detail), 2013, Portuguese rose stone, 22 x 6 x 4 inches, Collection of the Artist, photo: Ken Ek

ART ON FIRE: RAKU DEMONSTRATION

SATURDAY, AUGUST 6, 1pm FREE WITH PARK ADMISSION

A rare opportunity to see the dramatic process of Raku firing ceramics! Watch as local artist Nancy Tamasi demonstrates this fascinating process, featuring ceramics created during our Art Boot Camp workshop (see page 13 to register for Boot Camp). Pieces will be individually kiln-fired, and as spectators watch, each piece will become engulfed in flames and smoke!

ARTISTS UP CLOSE

UNLOCKING THE MYSTERY OF COLOR

SATURDAY, SEPT. 17, 2-4pm FREE WITH PARK ADMISSION

Paul Henry Ramirez, RATTLE (detail), 2016, mixed media, site-specific installation, Courtesy of the Artist, photo: Ken Ek

Explore how artists like Paul Henry Ramirez view and use color in their work. In this engaging and interactive demonstration, Joe Gyurcsak will discuss the color theory of Ramirez’s palette. Participants will understand the keys to color perception and explore how artists use color to express space through a series of fun hands-on demonstrations.

AT THE MUSEUM SHOP All Museum Shop events are free with park admission.

JEWELRY MAKING DEMONSTRATION WITH MARIS HARE SATURDAY, JUNE 25, 12:30–4pm

Stop by the Museum Shop to meet local artisan jewelry maker Maris Hare of Naturalists Cabinet. An amateur naturalist, she draws inspiration from nature and uses mostly sustainable and environmentally friendly materials in her pieces. Learn about the intricate wood-burning and painting techniques she utilizes to craft her beautiful and unique jewelry. Her work is available for purchase in the Museum Shop.

BRAT CAT: BOOK READINGS WITH JENNIFER ANN HOH

For Young Artist Workshop Day, bring your children for a fun-filled afternoon with Jennifer Ann Hoh, author and illustrator of Brat Cat. Listen as she reads tales of this little cat’s adventures, and learn about her use of collage techniques to create her charming illustrations. Afterwards, take part in her handson collage workshop (see page 14 for info). Signed copies of her books will be available for purchase.

LOCAL ARTISAN MEET & GREET WITH KAT LEE OF KAT LEE CERAMICS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 12:30–4pm

Come to the Museum Shop and enjoy a meet and greet with talented local artisan Kat Lee of Kat Lee Ceramics. A graduate of Tyler School of Art, she is a full-time art teacher and studio potter with a passion for education. Kat will discuss the techniques she employs to create her unique pieces, which are available for purchase in the shop.

ARTISTS UP CLOSE

SATURDAY, JULY 16, 12-2pm BRAT CAT READING: 12:30pm BRAT CAT GETS LOST READING: 1pm BRAT CAT’S SEASONS READING: 1:30pm

ART SALONS A relaxed and stimulating opportunity to share ideas and fine food at Rat’s Restaurant with GFS artists and your fellow patrons of the arts. All Art Salons include lunch and one glass of wine. To register, please call (609) 586-0616, x254.

BOAZ VAADIA

THURSDAY, MAY 12, 11am–2pm $60 MEMBERS; $75 NON-MEMBERS Born in Israel in 1951, Boaz Vaadia is an internationally known sculptor who works primarily in stone and bronze. Vaadia moved to New York in 1975 and his studio is located in Williamsburg Brooklyn. His work is sited in various public locations, such as the Time Warner Center, New York City, and included in many museums and private collections throughout the world, such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City, and the Museum of Modern Art, San Francisco. Vaadia exhibits widely in galleries nationally and abroad.

STRONG-CUEVAS

THURSDAY, JUNE 16, 11am–2pm $60 MEMBERS; $75 NON-MEMBERS A limited number of Strong-Cuevas’ new book, Strong-Cuevas Sculpture: Premonitions in Retrospect, will be available for purchase and signing.

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Born in France, Elizabeth Strong-Cuevas began at the Art Students’ League in 1963 working in sculpture with renowned teacher John Hovannes. As her themes took shape, she modeled in wax and in plaster for large pieces, which allowed for greater freedom of form. She grew up knowing Salvador Dali, a friend of her parents. In New York, she rubbed elbows with luminaries like Andy Warhol. She has exhibited in numerous solo shows across New York and Connecticut. Says Strong-Cuevas, “Communication through space and time, the exploration of outer space and inner consciousness are my themes. I like to experiment, considering myself an innovator within a classical tradition.”

MEMBER EVENTS Photo by Zach Teris for dmhphotographer.com

NEW MEMBER DAY SUNDAY, JUNE 5 11am–1pm

Welcome to GFS Membership! Meet in the GFS Member Lounge over light refreshments for a membership orientation with docent tours. This event is open to new Members who joined between December 1, 2015 and May 15, 2016. Call (609) 586-0616 ext. 243 to register. Registration deadline: May 15. Photo by David Howarth for dmhphotographer.com

MEMBER ADVENTURES For complete itineraries or for more information about our upcoming Members-only trips, contact the Membership Office at (609) 586-0616 ext. 234 or visit groundsforsculpture.org/membertrips.

VISIT & ARTIST TALK WITH BOAZ VAADIA IN HIS BROOKLYN STUDIO THURSDAY, JUNE 9 $175

MASTERPIECES IN AMERICA’S HEARTLAND: CRYSTAL BRIDGES & KANSAS CITY OCTOBER 25-30

Celebrate the genius of American art on this journey to Northwest Arkansas and Missouri, unexpectedly dynamic corners of the American heartland! In Bentonville, Arkansas spend two nights at the renowned 21c Museum Hotel (recently named the #1 Hot New Hotel in the U.S. by TripAdvisor), and a full day exploring Alice Walton’s world-class Crystal Bridges Museum. In Kansas City, enjoy the renowned NelsonAtkins Museum of Art, the magnificent Kansas City Sculpture Park, plus extraordinary contemporary art collections at the Kemper Museum and Nerman Museum. Other highlights include the residence/studio of acclaimed Missourian artist Thomas Hart Benton and the dazzling architecture of the Kauffman Center of Performing Arts.

MEMBER EVENTS

In conjunction with the current exhibition Boaz Vaadia: Sculpture, join us for this special daytrip to Vaadia’s studio. Enjoy lunch in the popular Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, before continuing to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Price includes bus, private tours, and lunch. Call (609) 586-0616 ext. 243 to register. Registration deadline: May 15.

SIGNATURE TOURS Photo by Zach Teris for dmhphotographer.com

To register, please visit groundsforsculpture.org or call (609) 586-0616 x243. Reservations are required and space is limited.

MOONLIGHT TOUR & DINNER AT RAT’S RESTAURANT

TUESDAYS, MAY 24, JUNE 21, JULY 19, AUG. 16, SEPT. 13 BEGINNING AT 6:30pm Our most popular offering! Begin with a three-course dinner from Rat’s Restaurant at 6:30pm. Your docent-led tour, timed closely with the full moon, begins at 9pm to showcase sculptures specially lit to show off their brilliance in the dark. Comfortable walking shoes recommended. The dinner portion of the evening takes place rain or shine. Reservations are required and space is limited. $69 Members; $79 non-Members. Photo by David W. Steele

THE SEWARD JOHNSON ATELIER TOUR & DINNER AT RAT’S RESTAURANT TUESDAYS, JUNE 14, AND SEPTEMBER 27 BEGINNING AT 5:30pm

Tour The Seward Johnson Atelier and the cutting edge Digital Atelier to get the inside “scoop” on how sculpture is made. Tours begin with refreshments and are led by expert staff from both the Johnson Atelier and the Digital Atelier. After the tour, cap your evening with a three-course dinner at Rat’s Restaurant at 7:30pm. Reservations are required and space is limited; these tours fill up fast! $69 Members; $79 non-Members.

WELLNESS WELLNESS WALKS/WELLNESS TALKS SIGNATURE TOURS

THURSDAYS, MAY 5, 19, JUNE 2, 16, 30, JULY 14, 28, 9:30am $10 PER CLASS (INCLUDES GUIDED WALK, LIGHT BREAKFAST, AND PROGRAM)

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Enjoy a walk through the park and get into fitness mode at the same time during this special program sponsored by Janssen Pharmaceuticals and Stoneking Physical Therapy & Wellness Centers. Classes are aimed at mature adults who want to get into shape and learn more about leading an active, healthful lifestyle! Each session addresses a different topic on health and well-being, and negotiating the challenges of aging. A light breakfast is served after the walk followed by a workshop or demonstration Check our website for dates and topics. Please call (609) 586-0616 to register. Free to residents of Trenton Center East and West and members of Stoneking Physical Therapy & Wellness Centers.

HORTICULTURE AT GFS To register, please visit groundsforsculpture.org or call (609) 586-0616 x243.

GARDEN TOUR WITH OUR HORTICULTURIST MAY 13, MAY 14, JULY 15, & JULY 16, 10:30am $10 MEMBER; $20 NON-MEMBERS

Take a tour with staff horticulturist, Michael Strengari, to learn more about what makes this place so special. It is a great time to see GFS from a different perspective. The tour will highlight some of our more auspicious plants and also some of the unassuming species in the landscape. It is a chance to see what is going on and find out what is to come.

GARDEN LECTURES HARDY BULBS IN DEER COUNTRY: WINTER, SPRING, AND BEYOND WEDNESDAY, MAY 25, 2016, 7pm $20 MEMBERS; $25 NON-MEMBERS

Charles Cresson is a garden designer, consultant, photographer, author, avid gardener, and bulb guru who will provide you with valuable information to enhance your garden. No need to forsake spectacular bulb displays because of deer. Many bulbs are surprisingly unpalatable to deer. With careful selection you can stretch the bloom season from late winter through spring and even into autumn. Most of these varieties are suitable for intimate garden spaces while many can also be naturalized for grand landscape impact.

HELENA, HORTICULTURE, AND HEIRLOOMS: REDISCOVERING THE GARDENS AT MEADOWBURN FARM

Quill Teal-Sullivan, Meadowburn Farm’s garden manager, will discuss the gardens’ rich history as well as the challenges and triumphs of their preservation. TealSullivan will focus on the discoveries made during the restoration process of the gardens built at the turn of the 20th century by Helena Rutherfurd Ely. Ely, a pioneering figure in American horticulture and author of three widely influential books on practical horticulture, was also a founding member of the Garden Club of America.

THE ART OF GARDENING WITH EMMA SENIUK WEDNESDAY, JULY 20 AT 7pm $20 MEMBERS; $25 NON-MEMBERS

Join us for a special evening as Chanticleer Horticulturist and co-author of The Art of Gardening: Design Inspiration and Innovative Planting Techniques from Chanticleer Emma Seniuk shines a light on the faces behind the voices of The Art of Gardening. She will highlight their work in the garden, projects they have completed, and the personalities which shape Chanticleer. Both craftsmanship and plantsmanship will be discussed, showing a range of skills from floral arrangements, container plantings, metalwork, woodwork, and ceramics. Emma will also highlight the plantings and work behind the Elevated Walkway, Rock Ledge, and the Cut Flower Garden at Chanticleer.

HORTICULTURE AT GFS

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15, 7pm $20 MEMBERS $25 NON-MEMBERS

STUDIO WORKSHOPS Register online or call (609) 586-0616 x243 Photo by Zach Teris for dmhphotographer.com

ABSTRACT STONE CARVING WITH AYAMI AOYAMA

SATURDAYS, MAY 7, 14, 21, JUNE 4, 11, 11am-4pm (PLEASE NOTE: NO CLASS ON MAY 28) $360 MEMBERS; $390 NON-MEMBERS Learn abstract stone carving from worldrenowned artist Ayami Aoyama, whose works are currently on exhibit. You’ll work with a 35-pound piece of limestone and a variety of carving tools to create your abstract sculpture. No prior stone carving experience needed – fundamental stone carving techniques to be covered include chiseling, filing, sanding, and polishing. Aoyama will guide you to listen to the stone and ultimately reveal the sculpture within. Price includes all materials and tools needed. Instructor: Ayami Aoyama.

Image courtesy of the artist

LAYERS IN GLASS

PHOTOWALK

This exciting fused glass workshop covers the basics of fusing and slumping, and allows each participant to create their own 6” x 12” work of art. Students can utilize layering and stacking techniques to create visual depth within their project. Completed designs can be functional works of art, or slumped into a three-dimensional shape to create a standalone art piece. Projects will be fired following the workshop by the instructor and available for pickup beginning June 21st. Instructor: Leanne Purkis.

Join Michael S. Miller of Visions Photographic Workshops for a photowalk. Miller will guide your journey, working on composition, perspective, and externalizing your mind’s eye. Time will be spent in the field and in the classroom reviewing and critiquing your images. Photowalk will take place outdoors so please dress appropriately. Rain or shine—in case of extreme weather, students will photowalk our indoor galleries. A digital point and shoot camera or digital SLR camera is required. For more info, please visit http://www.visionsworkshops.net/

SATURDAY, MAY 21, 10:30am-3:30pm $90 MEMBERS; $105 NON-MEMBERS

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15, 12-4pm $60 MEMBERS; $75 NON-MEMBERS

BATIK PRINTING ON FABRIC WITH THE ARTS COUNCIL OF PRINCETON

SATURDAY, JUNE 25, 10am-4:30pm $95 MEMBER OF ACP OR GFS; $120 NON-MEMBER Printing on fabric using the Batik (wax resist) method creates colorful, complex art pieces. After exploring the exhibition RATTLE by Paul Henry Ramirez, be inspired to use color combinations and fun shapes to create patterns in your work. Then, with Master Silk Artist Lian Sawires create three gorgeous scarves; what you create will amaze you! Bring your own silk, cotton, or rayon fabrics to add to what is provided-$35 materials fee payable directly to the instructor. Registration is exclusively through the Arts Council of Princeton. Visit classes at artscouncilofprinceton.org or call (609) 924-8777.

PAINTING THE FIGURE

SATURDAYS, AUGUST 6, 13, 20, 27, 10:30-3:30pm $215 MEMBERS; $235 NON-MEMBERS This season the theme of the human figure is woven through many of our exhibitions. Explore the human form in detail through this unique workshop where you will be painting from a live, nude model holding a sustained pose using oils or acrylics. This workshop will include guidance in painting techniques including value, color, palette, volume of form, and overall development of the figure. Students will complete one or two canvases per week. A materials list will be provided at time of registration. Instructor: Joe Gyurcsak.

ART BOOTCAMP

For beginner & intermediate students. This summer, treat yourself to the gift of art making. Choose from three one-week sessions or enjoy them all for a fully immersive summer art retreat!

HOW TO REGISTER All supplies will be provided. Visit groundsforsculpture.org or call 609-586-0616 to register. Cost per week: $495 Members; $545 non-Members. Register for any two weeks, save $25! Register for all three weeks, save $50! Attention Educators: Professional Development certificates can be issued for these workshops at no additional cost.

Toshiko Takaezu, Three Graces, 1994, cast bronze, each 70 x 23 x 23 inches, Grounds For Sculpture, Gift of The Seward Johnson Atelier, Inc. Photo by David W. Steele.

JULY 11-15, 10am-4pm

Unleash your imagination by exploring the intersection of two-dimensions and three-dimensions in the creation of two bas-relief sculptures. Develop two original designs, transfer each design to a 30” by 30” canvas, and apply multiple layers of plaster bandage to create depth and dimension in the compositions. Additional design elements will be attached, allowing your artwork to truly go beyond the boundaries of the canvases. Completed works can easily be framed and displayed on wall. Instructor: Clifford Ward

WEEK 2: ART OF BONSAI JULY 18-22, 10am-4pm

Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind workshop exploring bonsai, ornamental trees grown in containers. In the beautiful setting of GFS, grow and style bonsai with master bonsai artist Chase Rosade and assistant Solita Rosade, President of the North American Bonsai Federation. Each day includes discussion, demonstration, and hands-on practice. At the conclusion, you will have a completed bonsai tree and the foundation for continuing to practice bonsai. Ideal for beginner and intermediate students. Workshop cost includes the bonsai specimen you will create, a container, soil, wire, and use of all tools necessary during class. Instructor: Chase Rosade and Solita Rosade

WEEK 3: CLAY SPEARS & FIRE JULY 25 – 29, 10am-4pm

Create your own hand-built ceramics inspired by ceramic sculptures created by Toshiko Takaezu, world-renowned artist with work on display at GFS. Utilize closed pottery techniques to build unique vertical vessels. Vessels will be prepared for Raku firing, a 16th century Japanese technique in which the ceramic piece is removed from the kiln before it is cooled, resulting in a vibrant iridescent surface. Raku firing will take place August 6th at 1pm (see page 6 for more info). Students may choose to glaze their pieces on August 6th between 10am-12pm. Any vessels left unglazed will be fired as is. Instructor: Nancy Prione Tamasi

STUDIO WORKSHOPS

WEEK 1: BEYOND THE CANVAS WITH BASRELIEF SCULPTURE

JUST FOR KIDS & FAMILIES Register online or call (609) 586-0616 x243 Photo by Zach Teris for dmhphotographer.com

YOUNG ARTIST WORKSHOPS

$20 MEMBERS; $25 NON-MEMBERS HAMILTON RESIDENTS RECEIVE A SPECIAL RATE OF ONLY $15 PER STUDENT! Join us this summer for fun-filled workshops for Young Artists! These 90-minute hands-on workshops are a perfect setting for kids to explore our current exhibitions and be inspired to make art. Materials fee is per session, per child, and includes student admission to GFS the day of the workshop (a $10 value!).

NEW!! YOGA & CREATIVITY INSPIRED BY ANIMALS SESSION A: JUNE 4, 10:30am-12:30pm SESSION B: JUNE 25, 10:30am-12:30pm $20 MEMBERS; $25 NON-MEMBERS

After exploring Boaz Vaadia’s sculptures of companion animals, practice playful animal yoga poses in the park. These two hour classes offer a welcoming environment to experience the beneﬁts of yoga. For children 6 years and older and their adult companion. Instructor: April Lawicki. Reservations are required and space is limited. Fee is per session and covers one child and one adult companion.

SATURDAY, JULY 16, 11am Be inspired by the work of Paul Henry Ramirez, who is known for transforming architectural spaces into colorful works of art! You will learn about Paul Henry’s concentric circles, and create a colorful masterpiece of your own. Instructor: Katelyn Lipens.

TOTS ON TOUR!

MAP YOURSELF! (AGES 10 AND UP)

Listen to a story, become GFS Park Explorers, and make art in hands-on workshops designed for 3-5 year olds. Lesson and theme changes monthly. Children must be accompanied by an adult; maximum of one adult per child please! Space is limited; first-come, first-serve. Meets in the Welcome Center. Rain or shine! Instructor: Joslyn Johnson.

LAYERED SCULPTURES (AGES 6-9)

SATURDAYS, MAY 7, JUNE 11, JULY 30, AUGUST 27, SEPTEMBER 10, 11am & 1pm FREE WITH PARK ADMISSION

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TURNING CIRCLES (AGES 6-9)

ILLUSTRATE YOUR STORY WITH LOCAL AUTHOR JENNIFER ANN HOH SATURDAY, JULY 16, 2016 FROM 2:30–4pm FREE WITH PARK ADMISSION!

Drop-in between 2:30-4pm to create an illustration with Jennifer Ann Hoh, author of the children’s book Brat Cat. Hoh’s illustration style combines drawing, cutting, and layering of colorful papers. Join us in the Museum Shop to hear Hoh read her books earlier this day, (see page 7 for info) then create an illustration for a story from your own imagination! Supplies are limited – first-come, first-serve.

SATURDAY, JULY 16, 11am A special opportunity to work with an artist exhibiting at GFS, Nikki Rosato! Explore Nikki’s art made from intricately cut maps. Then, create a one-of-a-kind self-portrait by transferring your silhouette onto a colorful map of your choosing. Imagine the story your self-portrait will tell! Instructor: Nikki Rosato. SATURDAY, AUGUST 20, 11am Experiment with layers to create your own stacked sculpture inspired by artist Boaz Vaadia! You will find beauty in everyday objects and then use these pieces to assemble an artistic masterpiece of your own creation. Instructor: Ruthann Perry.

FINDING FORM (AGES 10 AND UP) SATURDAY, AUGUST 20, 2pm Take inspiration from the artwork included in the exhibition Ayami Aoyama: Silence, and experiment with carving as you create your own abstract sculptures. Ayami Aoyama is an artist who looks to the materials she works with for her sculptural ideas. Participants in this workshop will explore shape, texture, and working in three dimensions, using a variety of tools and a stone-like material. Instructor: Heather Brady.

SPECIAL EVENTS Photo by Zach Teris for dmhphotographer.com

Photo credit: Jeremiah Sullivan

THE FUTURE OF WELLBEING WITH DEEPAK CHOPRA, MD FACP

THURSDAY, MAY 5 6pm VIP PRE-RECEPTION; 7:30pm LECTURE $150 MEMBERS, $175 NON-MEMBERS

This lecture is made possible in part by Cecelia Joyce and Seward Johnson, Susan and John Johnson, India Blake and Elliot Che, and the Atlantic Foundation.

NEW!! GFS SPEEDWAY CHALLENGE SUNDAY, MAY 15, 3pm

Honoring the history of our site as the former New Jersey State Fairgrounds, GFS revives the tradition of “auto” racing in the GFS Speedway Challenge! This race will be in miniature form, featuring handmade artistic derby cars that you design and build. Check our website for a full schedule and information on how to participate. Optional kits featuring basic parts for creating the car as well as a few simple guidelines are available for purchase in the GFS Museum Shop.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Grounds For Sculpture is delighted to welcome Dr. Deepak Chopra for an intimate lecture and conversation focused on creating a roadmap for “higher health.” Based on the latest findings in both mainstream and integrative medicine, Dr. Chopra will discuss practical ways to experience higher consciousness, transformation, and healing as well as new social paradigms for how we can interact with our communities. He will also share strategies on how we can promote creativity, innovation, and social well-being. This lecture is the second in a new distinguished speakers series at Grounds For Sculpture that will invite prominent minds from across different disciplines to speak on the source and importance of creativity in our lives. Visit groundsforsculpture.org for tickets.

OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHTS PLEIN AIR CINEMA SERIES 8:30pm

Free with park admission. Plein Air Cinema returns and it’s #TBT under the stars! GFS presents a few of the most imaginative, colorful, and unforgettable fantasy films of the 1980s. You remember the characters, you can recite the lines, and your dreams have never been the same! Bring a blanket and enjoy a picnic basket from the Peacock Café or snacks from the Gazebo. Arrive after work and order up a themed cocktail at Rat’s Restaurant Happy Hour before heading into the park for the film. Picnic baskets can be reserved 24 hours in advance of each engagement by calling (609) 890-6015.

LABYRINTH

THURSDAY, JULY 7 (RAIN DATE: JULY 14)

Produced by George Lucas and directed by Jim Henson, this gothic fantasy pits living and breathing actors against a motley collection of Muppet monsters. A selfish 16-year old girl (Jennifer Connelly) is given 13 hours to solve a labyrinth and rescue her baby brother when her wish for him to be taken away is granted by the Goblin King (David Bowie). Featuring music by Bowie and Trevor Jones, it’ll be a night to remember!

Directed by Rob Reiner, the story is a classic tale of love and adventure as the beautiful Buttercup (Robin Wright) is kidnapped, held against her will in order to marry an odious prince, and Westley (Cary Elwes)—her childhood beau, now returned as the Dread Pirate Roberts—attempts to rescue her, meeting a smorgasboard of unforgettable characters in his quest. With cameos by Andre the Giant, Billy Crystal, and Christopher Guest—relive this remarkable love story.

THURSDAY, JUNE 9 (RAIN DATE: JUNE 16)

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THE PRINCESS BRIDE © Universal City Studios, Inc.

LEGEND

THURSDAY, AUGUST 11 (RAIN DATE: AUG. 18) Directed by Ridley Scott, a hellish underworld prince seeks to create eternal night by destroying the last of the unicorns and marrying a fair maiden. But a peasant hero rallies an army of elves to save her, and defeat his diabolical foe once and for all. Tom Cruise and Mia Sara star with Tim Curry as the lurid “Darkness” in this extraordinary and magical fantasy.

PERFORMANCES COURTYARD CONCERTS

RAIN OR SHINE! 7:30pm

Discover something new at GFS! Enjoy music under the canopy of maple trees during our summer Courtyard Concert series, featuring live music from notable up-and-comers and legendary locals in a celebration of Boaz Vaadia: Sculpture and Israeli culture. Highlighting performers with plenty of originality, we aim to promote and support the exceptional music in the tri-state area. $15 in advance—includes park admission. $18 day of show. Advance purchase closes 24 hours prior to each engagement. To purchase, call (609) 586-0616 or buy online.

Photo by Chris M. Junior

SHA’AR

AVI WISNIA

“Sha’ar” is the Hebrew word for “gate.”The musical project Sha’ar was conceived as a gateway to understanding the multicultural influences on Israeli society through an exploration of the life and music of the late Israeli composer, Yedidia Admon. Sha’ar’s group members bring their own mix of cultures (Israeli, Argentine, and American) and distinct musical identities to Admon’s music, adding electric instrumentation and updated arrangements that give Admon’s music a contemporary spin.

Grounds For Sculpture welcomes Avi Wisnia, with his eclectic mix of refreshingly original songs and a dynamic ensemble of talented musicians. The award-winning songwriter finds inspiration in Brazilian bossa nova, acoustic American folk, 1950’s west-coast jazz and contemporary pop, captivating audiences around the world with his clever lyrics, smooth vocals and deft piano skills. To find out more about this artist, visit aviwisnia.com.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 25

Photo courtesy of Bill Hebert

GRAFFITO WORKS CELEBRATES BOAZ VAADIA: SCULPTURE

RAIN OR SHINE! SATURDAY, JULY 9, 2pm FREE WITH PARK ADMISSION Graffito Works returns to GFS with improvisational movement outdoors, spontaneously created and inspired by the works of Boaz Vaadia. Graffito Works offers a non-traditional approach to creating dance—spontaneous, improvisational, and collaborative, with a focus on the juxtaposition of bodies moving in space and their inter-relationship with sounds, objects and place. Move with the dancers as you witness the interplay with Vaadia’s evocative work.

SPECIAL EVENTS

THURSDAY, JUNE 23

POETRY AND STORIES To register, please call (609) 586-0616 or visit groundsforsculpture.org.

OPEN VERSE

SUNDAY, JUNE 26, 2pm FREE WITH PARK ADMISSION Calling all poets, writers, and musicians! Debut your newest work at GFS during one of the most popular events of the season. Read and perform to welcoming ears. Then hear what friendly peers have to say! Use this time to test your literary chops before submitting to The Visual in Verse: An Ekphrastic Poets’ Invitational contest. Reading spaces are limited; to reserve your place, call (609) 586-0616 or visit our website.

THE VISUAL IN VERSE: AN EKPHRASTIC POETS’ INVITATIONAL

THE VISUAL IN VERSE SCULPTURE TOUR

View the current exhibitions and use them as inspiration for your original ekphrastic poem based on the works on view. Submissions will be juried and selected works will be featured in a commemorative book. Each selected poet will be invited to read their chosen work during our August Poets’ Invitational. Complete rules and entry requirements are available on our website. Entry period begins May 6th and closes July 5th.

Prior to this annual celebration of ekphrastic poetry, we invite you to a Docent-led tour featuring a selection of works from the collection, whose entries were chosen for inclusion in this year’s contest. A copy of the current commemorative book will be provided to each registrant as an aide in your personal reflection while you tour. Registration includes park admission.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 28, 2pm

SUNDAY, AUGUST 28, 11am $10 MEMBERS; $20 NON-MEMBERS

NJ STORYTELLING FESTIVAL

SUNDAY, SEPT. 18, 12–6pm FREE WITH PARK ADMISSION

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Celebrate the art of spoken word as wildly diverse stories are presented all afternoon on four different stages. Programs geared for adults, families, and general audiences will be performed in different corners of the park to give you music, poetry, laughter, and goose bumps. Visit njstorynet.org for information on morning workshops and noon Story Slam (open to all GFS guests). Picnic lunches available at the Peacock Café. Order in advance by calling (609) 890-6015.

Featured: Julie Pasqual

FAMILY GIVING Space is limited for these workshops, please call the Development Office at (609) 586-0616 x233 or x254 to register.

THE POWER OF NON-CASH GIFTS FRIDAY, MAY 6, 8:30–10:30am

There are meaningful tax benefits to your giving—and not just in the form of a charitable deduction on your income taxes! Join us to talk about the power of non-cash gifts. We’ll discuss what happens when you make a gift of securities, for example, stock or mutual funds, and we’ll touch on gifts of property, including cars, art, and real estate. This conversation will equip you to have a discussion about your charitable objectives with your tax and legal advisors, and will illustrate opportunities to turn appreciated assets of all kinds into tax-wise contributions. An optional guided tour of artist Paul Henry Ramirez’s 4,000 square foot new site-specific installation, RATTLE, will be offered after the talk.

GIVING FOR A LIFETIME: WHAT ORDINARY PEOPLE CAN LEARN FROM THE CHAN ZUCKERBERG INITIATIVE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8, 8:30–10:30am

“We—the current generation—have a moral responsibility to make the world a better place for future generations, we hope others will join us in committing to do our small part to make this happen.” - Dr. Priscilla Chan, wife of social-media pioneer, Mark Zuckerberg. In December 2015, Dr. Chan and Mark Zuckerberg pledged 99 percent of their Facebook holdings to the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, a limited-liability company that will invest in for-profit companies, advocacy work, and non-profit groups. They’re in their 30s, and so they have many decades of learning and giving ahead of them. Join us to discuss how you might choose long-term giving themes and lessons learned from other long-term philanthropists (including the Greatest Generation, an unusually generous group).

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An optional guided tour of artist Paul Henry Ramirez’s 4,000 sq. ft. new site specific installation, RATTLE will be offered after the talk.

GIVING WITH YOUR CHILREN: RAISING GENEROUS CHILDREN

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 8:30–10:30am

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Families give together for many reasons: to transmit values from one generation to another, to experience joy together, to pass on life lessons or financial concepts. Do you have a reason to give with your family? If so, please join us in an informal setting as we talk about giving together and making an impact on the community. We’ll try out tools that you can use with both children and adults, discuss “family mission statements,” and share some conversation-starters. This workshop is especially effective if you bring a family member – a parent, an older child, a spouse, or sibling. An optional guided tour of the Elyn Zimmerman’s exhibition, Elements of Light and Space will be offered after the session. Presenters: Elizabeth B. Wagner, CFRE Vice President, Development; Princeton Area Community Foundation Photo by Zach Teris for dmhphotographer.com

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EPICUREAN PALETTE

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 1-4pm $125 MEMBERS; $175 NON-MEMBERS; $275 VIP (LIMITED AVAILABILITY) The Epicurean Palette is a celebration of fine food and wine that helps support the exhibitions and educational initiatives at Grounds For Sculpture (GFS). Spend an afternoon strolling the 42-acre sculpture park while sampling extraordinary cuisine from the area’s finest chefs and a wide-variety of wine, beer and spirits from local purveyors. Visit the beer garden, listen to music, view art, and participate in GFS’ online silent auction.Don’t miss our special VIP Experience, which includes a personalized tour of The Seward Johnson Atelier and a private reception in the Cecelia Joyce and Seward Johnson Gallery. This fundraising event is sure not to be missed! Tickets on sale June 21. For tickets and additional information call (609) 586-0616 after June 21 or visit epicureanpalette.org.

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Photo by Matt Yao Photography

THE ART OF DINING Photo by David W. Steele

MOTHER’S DAY

MOTHER’S DAY TEA

MOTHER’S DAY PICNIC BASKETS

FRIDAY, MAY 6, 4–6pm $35 (DOES NOT INCLUDE TAX OR GRATUITY)

SAT.-SUN. MAY 7-8, 11am–4pm $50 (DOES NOT INCLUDE TAX)

Enjoy a delightful array of teas and sample fresh baked scones, finger sandwiches, and special dessert, all to the sounds of live music. Reservations are required and can be made by calling the Peacock Café at (609) 890-6015. Park admission required. This event sells out quickly so please make your reservations early.

Treat Mom to a special day in the park by pre-ordering a Mother’s Day picnic basket. Each basket holds food for two people and will include a starter, choice of two entrées, dessert, and nonalcoholic beverages. Be sure to bring your own blanket and picnic anywhere on the grounds! All orders must be placed by Wednesday, May 4th at 4pm. If you are joining us on Sunday, May 8th, your confirmation number for your online admission tickets is required for picnic basket orders. Orders may be placed by calling the Peacock Café at (609)8906015. Park admission required.

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH IN RAT’S KITCHEN

SUNDAY, MAY 8, 11am–5pm $59 FOR ADULTS PLUS TAX AND SERVICE; $22 FOR CHILDREN AGES 5-12; UNDER 5 NO CHARGE Show Mom how much you appreciate her by bringing her to Rat’s Famous Brunch in the kitchen. Let her enjoy a myriad of culinary delights including salads, breads, soup, and house-made charcuterie, fresh iced seafood, breakfast and lunch entrées, carving and omelet stations, and scrumptious desserts almost as sweet as she is. Please call Rat’s Restaurant at (609) 584-7800 for reservations.

PEACOCK CAFÉ BBQ’S MEMORIAL DAY: MAY 30, 11:30am–3:30pm FATHER’S DAY BBQ: JUNE 19, 11:30am–3:30pm 4TH OF JULY BBQ: JULY 4, 11:30am–3:30pm LABOR DAY BBQ: SEPTEMBER 5, 11:30am–3:30pm On select holidays this season, we’re firing up the grill and serving all-American favorites, including hot dogs with all the fixin’s, cheeseburgers, veggie burgers, and more. Finish it off with an ice cream sundae, ice cold slushie, or cold beer at the Gazebo. Park admission is required. Café fees apply.

THE ART OF DINING

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RAT’S RESTAURANT MAY & JUNE

SING-A-LONG WITH SEWARD JOHNSON SELECT EVENINGS MAY & JUNE

Hello, Dolly! Gather around the piano at Rat’s Restaurant’s happy hour for a nostalgic night of song and drink with sculptor and GFS Founder, Seward Johnson. Choose a song from our songbook and join in the fun as we sing favorites from the likes of Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein II, Cole Porter, and more.

WED., MAY 4, 5-7pm THURS., MAY 12, 5-7pm THURS., MAY 19, 5-7pm THURS., MAY 26, 5-7pm WED., JUNE 1, 5-7pm THURS., JUNE 9, 5-7pm VEG AND BREW DINNER

SOLSTICE DECK PARTY

Spring brings morels, ramps, and fiddle head ferns. Chef will gather the freshest locally sourced ingredients and prepare an innovative and globally inspired vegetarian tasting menu paired with local craft brews. For information; pricing and reservations please call (609) 584-7800.

Come celebrate the beginning of summer at Rat’s. Hang out on the terrace and eat, drink, and listen to music as we welcome the start of our favorite time of year. Enjoy extended happy hour prices with special brews, cocktails, and small plates.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 18, 6pm

JULY

TUESDAY JUNE 21, 5–8pm

DINNER AND A STROLL

TUESDAYS – THURSDAYS, 5–7pm

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A delightful mid-week reason to visit GFS and Rat’s! This was so wildly popular last year that we’re bringing it back. In the months of July and August, guests can enjoy a three-course prix-fixe meal at Rat’s Restaurant plus park admission for $44. Tax, gratuity, and beverages not included. Reservations required; Please call Rat’s Restaurant at (609) 584-7800 for reservations.

RAT’S CLAM BAKE

FRIDAY, JULY 22, 5:30pm & 8pm Make sure you reserve early for this extremely popular annual event. Kick back with an ice cold beer, sway to the sounds of surf music. Dive into your own steamed Lobster and enjoy clams, peel and eat shrimp, mussels, chicken, sausages, and all the classic sides. For information; pricing and reservations please call (609) 584-7800.

COCHON DE LAIT: THE CAJUN ART OF ROASTING WHOLE SUCKLING PIG

THURSDAY, AUGUST 25 5:30pm & 8pm

Photo by Michael Gattelli

We take it down to the bayou for this laidback evening of food, beer, and classic cocktails. Feast on slow roasted local suckling pig, shrimp and grits, chicken gumbo, fried cat fish and bourbon bread pudding. For information, pricing and reservations please call (609) 584-7800.

VINEYARD DINNER

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 6pm Join us as we celebrate the end of summer with this vineyard-style dinner. Dine under the stars and in the open space of beautiful GFS as Ratâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s culinary team prepares a true vineyard dinner paired with amazing Napa Valley wines. Seating for this dinner will be communal. For information, pricing and reservations please call (609) 584-7800.

A CELEBRATION AND MEETING DESTINATION LIKE NO OTHER

Conveniently located in Hamilton Township, NJ (between NY and Philadelphia) and just minutes from major highways, Grounds For Sculpture (GFS) is a meeting and retreat destination like no other. Your experience begins the moment you arrive. There are exquisitely landscaped photo-worthy views in every direction, and hundreds of contemporary works of art inviting exploration. The indoor settings are equally inspiring. Whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re teambuilding, cultivating clients, celebrating a big win, looking for a unique setting to kick start a new project, or planning the most amazing holiday party yet, our meeting and event spaces offer everything you need. Be inspired by the artwork in our galleries, the views from our meeting rooms, and the hands-on art-making workshops your group can participate in. Energize your guests further with delicious dining options and impeccable service provided by our in-house events team. Finally, a meeting to look forward to! Call (609) 586-1303 and begin planning your event today.

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Programming is made possible in part by funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, The National Endowment for the Arts, the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation, the Johnson Art and Education Foundation, Bank of America, and many others. All artworks pictured in this guide are courtesy of The Sculpture Foundation, Inc. or the artist, unless otherwise noted.

American Express Bank of America Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation Elizabeth Firestone Graham Foundation Fairleigh S. Dickinson, Jr. Foundation Gordon and Llura Gund Foundation Institute for Museum and Library Services Investors Bank Janssen Foundation Johnson Art and Education Foundation Karma Foundation Marriott Princeton at Forrestal NJ Council for the Humanities National Endowment for the Arts New Jersey State Council on the Arts PNC Foundation South Jersey Industries, Inc. The Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation The Roma Bank Community Foundation

Our work is made possible through the generosity of the following corporations, foundations, and agencies:

80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton NJ 08619 Phone: (609) 586-0616 Email: info@groundsforsculpture.org www.groundsforsculpture.org

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