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Ignite
An arts-inspired makerspace in the lower level of the Fishers Library.
Registration required.
Celebrating Women’s History Month in March
Join Ignite as we celebrate Women’s History Month in March by highlighting women who changed the art world. Participate in special, virtual workshops inspired by the art of Alma Thomas, Frida Kahlo, and Judith Scott. And tune into our special event lecture “Women in Art,” where we’ll learn about notable and often overlooked women in Art History. Visit our online events calendar for more information and to register!
Alma Thomas Sun Abstraction
Alma Thomas developed her own unique visual style while studying at Howard University, becoming one of the few African-American women during her era to earn an art degree. From her paintings of nature and those inspired by the moon landing, she had a minimalist style all her own. Explore abstraction and collage as you create your own images in Thomas’ distinctive style.
Thursday, March 11 | 6-7 pm. | Ignite Studio Saturday, March 13 | 1112 pm. | Ignite Studio
Women in Art Lecture
Stephanie Doty, Senior Lecturer at Herron School of Art + Design will discuss Ignite’s featured female artists of the month as well as other notable women artists throughout history. This fun and engaging discussion is for art lovers and those interested in learning more about influential (and often historically overlooked) women.
Thursday, March 18 | 6:307:30 pm. | Ignite Studio Frida Kahlo Shadow Boxes
Mexican artist Frida Kahlo is known for her self-portraits inspired by the landscape of indigenous cultures in her home country. Honor her legacy by creating a nicho box, or shadow box, in keeping with the Mexican artistic tradition of creating colorful frames to honor people of great significance.
Tuesday, March 16 | 6-7 pm. | Ignite Studio Saturday, March 20 | 1112 pm. | Ignite Studio
Judith Scott Wrapped Art *
Learn about change maker Judith Scott, an American fiber sculptor, born with Down Syndrome and deaf. Using only yarn and a technique of wrapping, she creates unique 3-D sculptures. Discover this challenging process as a new avenue of artistic expression, all while celebrating Fisher’s Disability Awareness month.
Saturday, March 27 | 1112 pm. | Ignite Studio Saturday, March 27 | 2-3 pm. | Ignite Studio
* Disability Awareness Month Event
Ignite Programs
Virtual World Languages Label Workshop for Kids!
Hamilton East Public Library is having a contest to design a label for the expanding World Languages Collection in Youth Services for kids grades K and up. This collection features books for young readers written in languages from around the world. The virtual workshop will help you with the basics of label design and cover the elements that your piece should include. Visit our online events calendar to register!
Thursday, February 18 | 4-5 pm. | Ignite Studio Saturday, March 6 | 11-12 pm. | Ignite Studio
Children’s Book Day
Children’s Book Day is April 30th, but we are celebrating throughout the month of April by highlighting artistic books with complementary, creative activities. Join Miss Kris for this virtual, engaging earlyreader’s art program! Visit our online events calendar for more information and to register!
Radiant Child: The Story of Young Artist Jean-Michel Basquiat by Javaka Steptoe Saturday, April 3 | 11-12 pm. | Ignite Studio If You Come to Earth by Sophie Blackall Saturday, April 10 | 11-12 pm | Ignite Studio The Bluest of Blues: Anna Atkins and the First Book of Photographs by Fiona Robinson Saturday, April 17 | 11-12 pm | Ignite Studio
Earth Day
Celebrate Earth Day in Ignite this April with environmentally focused events. Visit our online events calendar for more information and to register for these virtual events!
Botanical Art Illustration Tuesday, April 13 | 6-7 pm. | Ignite Studio Saturday, April 17 | 2-3 pm. | Ignite Studio Up-Cycle the Recycle Saturday, April 24 | 11-12:30 pm. | Ignite Studio Saturday, April 24 | 2-3:30 pm. | Ignite Studio
Did you know?
Ignite Studio is now offering a DIY Project to take home each month? Drop into the studio to grab your packet of materials and complete the project in Ignite or at home. Follow our detailed video instructions as you complete these fun, self-guided activities.
