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Learn the art of geometric composition by making a collage with geometric patterns inspired by flowers and plants. This exercise is based on the method of Nature Patterns originating with Frank Lloyd Wright and many apprentices at Taliesin. Instructor Aris Georges will present the background of the exercise, with examples and step-by-step process. Students will work individually to generate a collage composition in class. The group will collectively review the results at the end. Students can transfer skills to any applications that require organizing visual space (graphic design, logos, illustration, quilt-making).
Class size 13
Level Beginner and above
Student Supply List Bring cutting tools (scissors, blades, etc.) and glue. Paper with preprinted basic geometries in various colors will be provided.
Aris Georges founded OM Studio Design to further develop the principles of design he learned, practiced, and taught for nearly thirty years at Taliesin, the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture.
Aris Georges started studying architecture with an architect tutor during his teen years in Greece, while attending an American secondary preparatory school. At that time he worked in his tutor’s architectural studio practice while preparing for the university. He began his post-secondary studies at the University of Florence, Italy, Faculty of Architecture, and completed his Bachelor of Architectural Studies and Master of Architecture degrees at Taliesin, where he apprenticed under William Wesley Peters, chief architect of Taliesin Architects, and Wright’s first apprentice. Following graduation, Aris worked intermittently in the architectural office of P. Makridis + Associates in Thessaloniki, Greece, and as intern architect in the office of Taliesin Architects, participating in the design and construction administration of numerous residential, commercial, and institutional architectural projects. Concurrently, he taught design studios at Taliesin as member and chair of the core faculty, and served on design juries at architecture schools in the U.S. and Europe.
Aris works from his studio in Spring Green, collaborating with Lindal Cedar Homes to design custom homes utilizing the Lindal building kit. He enjoys making art (drawing and painting), as well as travel.
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Student cancellations
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> If Shake Rag Alley must cancel a class you will be notified immediately via email or phone and will receive a full refund or transferable gift certificate.
> If a class does not meet a minimum number of students, it may be cancelled. A decision to cancel a class due to under enrollment will be made on the day following the published registration deadline.
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18 Shake Rag St.
Mineral Point, WI 53565
(608) 987-3292
