Children's Program

Code: K0304-26

    • Ages 9-12

Wearable Art Studio

Jun 15 - 19, 2026

9 AM - 3 PM

Tuition: $600.00
Course Fee: $30.00
Registration Fee: $25.00

NEW: Course fees include the welcome dinner, daily lunch, and studio fees. View registration details.

Concept

Step into the world of contemporary art by becoming a living masterpiece! In this dynamic workshop, we explore creativity by making fantastical masks and costumes using a mix of materials. From paper mâché to textured fabrics—and even everyday items like cardboard—we experiment, invent, and let our imaginations run wild. Along the way, we learn basic sewing and mending techniques to bring our wearable art to life. The week ends with a dazzling Friday runway show, where we proudly showcase our creations for friends and family!

Media & Techniques

Mixed

Faculty

Annie Bell

Annie Bell is a visual artist and educator based in the Roaring Fork Valley. In her artistic practice, she works with locally salvaged materials to create mixed media collage, assemblage, bricolage, sculpture and installation. In addition to her solo exhibition at the Art Base, Basalt, Bell has recently exhibited at the Art Gyn, Denver, The Red Brick Center for the Arts, Carbondale Arts Gallery, and at the Colorado Mountain College Aspen Gallery.

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Tuition: $600.00
Course Fee: $30.00
Registration Fee: $25.00

NEW: Course fees include the welcome dinner, daily lunch, and studio fees. View registration details.

Join Waitlist for Wearable Art Studio

Thank you for your interest in the waitlist. When space in a workshop or program becomes available, registration will open on the website. Everyone on the waitlist will be emailed to alert them of the opening. This ensures that everyone has an equal opportunity to register for the workshop or program.

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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