(The actual program begins at 7:00, but you are invited to join us at 6:30 for a social time during which you can visit the library table, the demo corner, the Show and Share table, and have refreshments.)

The actual creative process may be a mysterious and complex series of brain activity combined with knowledge, spiritual guidance or a muse, and a skill set as unique to each artist as is every fingerprint. It can be virtually undefinable. Therefore, this presentation will illustrate the creative process within the context of doing the work. Through bold slide images from several different artists, you will learn about the creative process. Each artist also answers the same series of questions, revealing their inspiration and different methods and techniques they employ to create unique works of calligraphic art. You will gain new ideas to inspire and help you when creating your own work.

About Kristen Doty

Kristen Doty is an artist with a passion for drawing, painting and calligraphy. Her works have been in juried exhibitions and published in magazines and in books including the Strokes of Genius – The Best of Drawing book series (Vols. 2, 3, & 6), as well as prints, posters, greeting cards, logos and book titles. She has completed projects for publishers, greeting card companies and private commissions.

She enjoys sharing her passion by teaching with an emphasis that promotes learning in a fun, encouraging, and relaxed atmosphere while also building a solid knowledge of techniques and developing skills students can utilize and integrate in their own work. Please visit www.kristendoty.com.