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Saturday, November 10, 2007 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (ET)
Garden ornamentation has been integral to private and public garden spaces for more than two thousand years. In this workshop we will examine the history of garden ornamentation, materials that are commonly used, and how fine garden art can be incorporated into your landscape projects. Our presentation will be followed by a studio visit, artisan demonstrations and a self-guided tour of local installations.
Workshop Description
Guest Presenter: Marie Stella, Kirin Farm Enterprises, Inc., Charlemont, MA
Guest Artisans: Ray Ciemny, Artist/Blacksmith and Doug Patten, Artist/Stone Carver, Groton, MA
Fine garden ornamentation adds a sense of embellishment to an existing garden. Using one-of-a kind pieces can establish a new sense of peace or provide a complete makeover for the garden. Incorporating extraordinary furnishings and art of the past or present can create a sense of ambiance and mood or establish a focal point that demands attention. It can draw people into the garden, frame an important view or anchor a perennial bed. It can create unity and harmony in a garden that might not otherwise exist.
Please join us as we look at ways that we can enhance our landscape plans and add that special finishing touch to our projects. Beverages will be provided.
Following our slide presentation we will drive a short distance to visit a local studio to see wrought iron forging and stone carving demonstrations and talk with the artisans about their craft. Come and see what it takes to create unique garden ornamentation.
Marie Stella - MA, MS, is a landscape historian and designer. Her design firm, Kirin Farm Enterprises, Inc., specializes in historic gardens and environmental landscapes. She is on the faculty of the Landscape Institute, Arnold Arboretum, Harvard University, and adjunct faculty at the New York Botanical Garden, Tower Hill Botanic Garden, The Institute of Ecosystem Studies, and Cooper Union.
Ray Ciemny (Artisan/Blacksmith) - Ray received his initial professional art training at the Massachusetts College of Art. He worked as an illustrator and founded a computer design studio. When he first touched hammer to iron, however he knew this was his true passion. Mr. Ciemny began an apprenticeship with Master Blacksmith William Senseney of Williamstown, MA in 1987. Following years of honing his craft, Mr. Ciemny now offers his personal vision of the fusion of Art and Craft. www.ArtisanIron.com
Doug Patten (Artisan/Stone Carver) - DM Patten began carving small wooden objects as a young boy. While in his twenties he discovered stone sculpting and was instantly hooked. Over the years he has developed his own style and methods for working in various native stones. His skills are primarily self taught from readings and occasional conversations with old timers who practiced this craft many years ago. Patten’s work is peppered throughout Groton, the surrounding communities and beyond.
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If paying by check, make checks payable to The Underground and mail it along with a printed copy of your online registration form to the address below.
The Underground
P.O. Box 2440
Framingham, MA 01703-2440
Checks for Early Bird Registration must be received by Monday, October 29th. Payment by check not received by this date will be subject to an increase to $35 per registration.
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