BAMBOO:  FROM THE GROVE TO THE STUDIO
CHARISSA BROCK

Bamboo, long used in other cultures, has remained a mystery as an art material in the United States. Its repetition of nodes, hollow structure and flexibility provide an inspirational challenge. Slides, discussions and hands-on projects will introduce students to bamboo as a growing plant and an art material. Learn skills including preparation, splitting, cutting, and bending while working on individual projects. The workshop is suitable for all levels. Download Materials List.

Charissa Brock has worked with bamboo since 1999. Her bamboo, stone, and glass sculptures are created in her studio in Portland, Oregon. Her work is included in the Arizona State University Museum Collection and can be seen at The Gallery at the Museum of Contemporary Crafts, Pacini Lubel, Cervini Haas, and Snyderman The Works.
http://www.charissabrock.com