Artist Workshop with Sylvia Ziemann
Shary Boyle, Judy, 2021. Steel, foam, wood, electronics, motor, textiles, wax head, oil paint, human, synthetic, llama and horse hair, silicone hand, stoneware and porcelain puppet heads. 183 x 96 x 66 cm. Animatronic sculpture rotates wrist when motion detector is activated, operating functional marionette. Courtesy the artist. Photo credit: Toni John Jones.
About the artwork
Join Regina artist Sylvia Ziemann for an afternoon of puppet and character-making, in celebration of the exhibition Shary Boyle: Outside the Palace of Me on view at the MacKenzie until 8 September 2024.
About the Facilitator
Sylvia Ziemann works in sculpture, painting, drawing, and puppetry. Her work explores our growing fear of the domestic other, our neighbours, and the creeping anxiety that our cocoons might be breached from without or within. Some work looks into the future of living spaces and how individuals might respond to environmental challenges caused by climate change, pandemics and extreme conditions. Born in Edmonton, she earned a diploma in painting from The Alberta College of Art and Design (1983), a BFA From the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design (1986) and an MFA from the University of Regina (2015). She teaches Art at the University of Regina.
Studio Activity
Deisgn your own character and bring it to life with puppet creation! Check back for more details closer to the event.
STUDIO SUNDAYS: NOW WEEKLY
It’s an art party! Weekly Studio Sundays at the MacKenzie, presented by Canada Life, is an opportunity for individuals and families to drop in and create artwork.
Learn about the artists and artworks in MacKenzie Art Gallery’s Permanent Collection and featured exhibitions with weekly in-person hands-on workshops that can be modified for all ages. Visit our studio to make art with Gallery Educators and guest artists, exploring new and beloved techniques and art materials.
Sundays in the BMO Learning Centre from 1 to 3 PM.
There is no cost to attend these drop-in sessions. All materials are provided.
