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How to Make an Origami Owl

Posted in @Home, For Kids; Tagged How-To, Downloads, Art Activities; Posted 5 years ago by Jon Lapointe Less than a minute to read

All you need is scissors, markers, paper! In 12 easy steps, you'll be able to make your own parliament of owls (BTW - a group of owls is called a "parliament").

Austyn de Lugo: 5 Queer Collage Artists for Pride Month

Posted in @Home, News & Features; Tagged Faculty, Listicles; Posted 5 years ago by Austyn de Lugo and Milly Correa 3 Minute(s) to read

Armory Teaching Artist Austyn de Lugo (he/him/él) is especially interested in queer and feminist theory, horror films, pattern and decoration, and political imagery. In honor of Pride Month, we asked Austyn for 5 queer collage artists that inspire him.

Caravan for Black Lives

Posted 5 years ago by Milly Correa 1 Minute(s) to read

Come support this evening's "Mr. George Floyd Caravan Vigil & Peace," organized by our partners at the NAACP Pasadena Branch and the National Association of Day Laborers Organizing Network.

WATCH: Tanya Aguiñiga Live on Instagram

Posted in @Home, Exhibitions, On-Demand Video; Tagged Events; Posted 5 years ago by Jon Lapointe Less than a minute to read

Join us for a performance by Tanya Aguiñiga, live on the Armory’s Instagram on Wednesday, June 3 at 4:00 PM PDT.

Faculty Feature: Andrew K. Currey

Posted in News & Features; Tagged Faculty; Posted 5 years ago by Jon Lapointe 4 Minute(s) to read

On May 26, 2020, we asked Armory Teaching Artist Andrew K. Currey to take over our Instagram account for the day. Here's what she shared.

HOME: An Armory Coloring Book

Posted in @Home, For Kids; Tagged Downloads, Art Activities; Posted 5 years ago by Jon Lapointe 1 Minute(s) to read

This coloring book for all ages is a collaborative effort of the Armory's Teaching Artists. We invited our faculty to each create an illustration representing their personal interpretation of “Home,” a relatable theme especially in light of the safer at home orders the entire planet is experiencing during this pandemic.

Jocelyn Casas: Top 5 Favorite Sculptors Right Now

Posted in @Home, News & Features; Tagged Faculty, Listicles; Posted 5 years ago by Jocelyn Casas and Jon Lapointe 3 Minute(s) to read

Armory Teaching Artist Jocelyn Casas makes paintings, sculptures, installations, murals, and wearables. We asked Jocelyn to share her 5 favorite sculptors with us. Here's her list, with 3 notable "honorable mentions."

How To Make Coffee Ink Art

Posted in @Home, For Kids; Tagged How-To, Faculty, Art Activities; Posted 5 years ago by Michelle Ohm and Milly Correa Less than a minute to read

Make your own artwork using coffee! Adapted from Nick Neddo’s book The Organic Artist, this Coffee Ink Art activity comes to you from Armory Teaching Artist Michelle Ohm.

Grace Lacques: 6 Theater Performances That Took My Breath Away

Posted in @Home, News & Features; Tagged Faculty, Listicles; Posted 5 years ago by Grace Laques and Jon Lapointe 4 Minute(s) to read

"Miss Grace" has taught children's drama classes at the Armory for more than 20 years. We asked her to share her favorite live theater experiences with us. Ranging from apartheid-era ensembles to Butoh masters from Japan, we hope Grace's list will take your breath away, too.

How To Make a Fabric Mask

Posted in @Home, On-Demand Video; Tagged How-To, Faculty; Posted 5 years ago by Denise El-Hoss and Jon Lapointe Less than a minute to read

Armory Teaching Artist Denise El-Hoss has directed our letterpress studio for more than a decade. A master of the letterpress medium, Denise is also quite handy with a needle and thread. In this short video, Denise will guide you step by step to create your own, hand-sew, cotton fabric face mask.