Children's Program
Code: K0809-25
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Open to All
Subject to specific age requirements, students of any skill/knowledge level.
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Ages 6-8
Habitat Happenings
Jul 21 - 25, 2025
9AM-3PM
Concept
In this dynamic workshop, young creators embark on an adventurous journey through the world’s diverse habitats! From the towering trees of the rainforest to the icy Arctic where polar bears roam, we uncover how nature thrives in every corner of the globe. Inspired by Georgia O’Keefe’s vibrant desert flowers, Andy Goldsworthy’s forest sculptures, and Vija Celmins’ mesmerizing ocean waves, we bring ecosystems to life through art. Kids immerse themselves in projects like dioramas, collages, and paper mâché, using creativity to strengthen their connection with the Earth. Join us as we discover our planet through the power of art!
Faculty
Annie Bell
Annie Bell is a visual artist and educator working throughout the Roaring Fork Valley. In her artistic practice, she works with discarded, locally salvaged materials to create mixed media collage, assemblage, bricolage, and sculptures. Annie currently teaches in the Roaring Fork School District, Colorado Mountain College, the Red Brick Center for the Arts, the Collective Snowmass, the Art Base, and the Aspen Art Museum. She was awarded a 2024 Artist Fellowship by the Aspen Art Museum.
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Scholarships, College Credit & Discounts
Making Art Accessible
Applications for scholarship support are encouraged. Specific scholarships are funded by Ranch supporters, either through endowed funds or special gifts.
Many colleges and universities offer college credit for workshops taken at Anderson Ranch. Discounts are available for students and teachers.
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