Children's Program
Code: K0507-26
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Ages 9-12
Star Stories: Where Myths Meet the Night Sky
Jun 29 - Jul 3, 2026
9 AM - 3 PM
Concept
Embark on an exciting journey through the stars! For centuries, people from all over the world have looked up at the night sky and imagined amazing stories from constellations. In “Star Stories,” artists collaborate on new myths for the night sky. We look at existing constellations, then reimagine their imagery and origins. Each artist uses traditional comic art techniques including inking, hand lettering, and paneling to make a comic that illustrates how their constellation came to be. We blend art and storytelling to create a comic compilation book that’s truly out of this world!
Media & Techniques
Mixed
Faculty
Sam Ticknor
Sam Ticknor is a New York City based studio artist specializing in drawing and painting. She creates imaginative works on paper using watercolor paints and inks, and is currently crafting paintings for an upcoming picture book. Ticknor also has a passion for teaching, and has led art courses at schools, camps, and universities in Aspen, Pittsburgh, and New York City.
Workshop Details
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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