Be dazzled by the exquisite jewelry in the Treasures from the Royal Tombs of Ur exhibition, and then design your own version of an ancient-style adornment. We'll start in the galleries where you'll learn how to make sketches that capture details of the spectacular objects on view. In the downstairs studio we'll use polymer clay, metallic pigments, and a variety of surface embellishments to create brooches or pendants inspired by the artistry of ancient Ur. No prior drawing or design experience is needed to take part in this program, and all materials, tools, and supplies are provided. Formerly Interim Curator of Education for the Terra Museum of American Art, she is currently Manager of Special Education Projects for the Milwaukee Art Museum.
Space is limited and pre-registration is required.
These activities are related to the traveling exhibition Treasures from the Royal Tombs of Ur on view at the Oriental Institute. Pre-registration is not required. The kings and queens of Ur used cylinder seals incised with their names and titles to identify themselves on tablets and letters. Carve your own cylinder seal with your name or favorite decoration in the style of the royalty of Ur. These activities are related to the traveling exhibition Treasures from the Royal Tombs of Ur on view at the Oriental Institute.