Calendar of ArtSpark Events & Programs
(descriptions and details to the right)
Monday, July 13th
5:00-6:30 p.m.: ArtSpark Orchestra rehearsal
7:30- 9:00 p.m.: ArtSpark Chorus rehearsal
5:00-9:00 p.m.: Childcare/Children’s Activities
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Tuesday, July 14th
5:00-6:30 p.m.: ArtSpark Orchestra rehearsal
6:00-9:00 p.m.: Visual Arts Workshop
6:30-8:30 p.m.: Creative Writing Workshops
7:30- 9:00 p.m.: ArtSpark Chorus rehearsal
5:00-9:00 p.m.: Childcare/Children’s Activities
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Wednesday, July 15th
6:30-7:30 p.m.: Artist Demonstration
7:30 p.m.: Concert - Mr. Blue Sky; Ice Cream Social
6:00-9:00 p.m.: Childcare/Children’s Activities
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Thursday, July 16th
5:00-6:30 p.m.: ArtSpark Orchestra rehearsal
6:00-9:00 p.m.: Visual Arts Workshop
6:30-8:30 p.m.: Creative Writing Workshops
7:30- 9:00 p.m.: ArtSpark Chorus rehearsal
5:00-9:00 p.m.: Childcare/Children’s Activities
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Friday, July 17th
5:00-6:30 p.m.: ArtSpark Orchestra rehearsal
5:30-6:30 p.m.: Open Mic in the Garden
6:30-8:00 p.m.: Creative Expression
7:30- 9:00 p.m.: ArtSpark Chorus dress rehearsal
5:00-9:00 p.m.: Childcare/Children’s Activities
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Saturday, July 18th
10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: ArtSpark Orchestra dress rehearsal
1:30-2:30 p.m.: Recital - Elysian String Quartet
3:00 p.m.: Concert - ArtSpark Chorus
1:00-4:30 p.m. Art and Writing Exhibition
NO childcare available
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Sunday, July 19th
10:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Art and Writing Exhibition
10:45 a.m.: Worship - Incorporating writings, music and art from the workshops
2:00-2:45 p.m.: Old-Fashioned Hymn Sing
3:00 p.m.: Concert - ArtSpark Orchestra
Childcare available during regular worship hours
Where
First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta1328 Peachtree Street, NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
Driving Directions
Contact
Katharine HamerFirst Presbyterian Church Arts Council
404-228-7732
khamer@firstpresatl.org
The Arts Council is excited to present ArtSpark, an engaging week of activities designed to celebrate and explore the gifts of creativity in each of us, and hopes you will join us from July 13-19 for concerts, workshops, worship and more!
Workshops
Creative Writing:
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Poetry Workshop 1: Writing the Natural (Kathleen Lewis, facilitator)
Tuesday, 7/14, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
The most effective poetry incorporates the senses and is rooted in concrete imagery. We'll begin this workshop by discussing mindfulness, a sense of place, and the poetry of Mary Oliver, as well as take a look at some other contemporary poets who focus on the natural world. Then we'll try our hand at it. Anyone who wishes to read their work and open it to group critique is welcome, but not required, to do so. Participants who register in advance will be emailed writing prompts and sample poems if they wish to bring a draft with them to the workshop. Open to all levels of writing experience.
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Poetry Workshop 2: Writing the Spiritual (Kathleen Lewis, facilitator)
Thursday, 7/16, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Some poetry reads like prayer, and some prayers are written as lyrically as poetry. We'll take a look at a few of the prayers written by the late Unitarian minister Max Coots, the 13th century poetry of the mystic Rumi, and the 19th century poetry of Gerard Manley Hopkins, as well as some contemporary spiritual writing. We'll then work individually or collectively on writing that can stand as poetry, prayer, psalm, or litany for possible inclusion in our Sunday church service--or for personal meditation.
Open to all levels of writing experience.
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Prose Workshop: The Lightning Strike of Language (John Baum, facilitator)
Tuesday, 7/14, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Why is a prose passage memorable? Strong? Touching? Frightening? With a focus on language choices, this workshop will attempt to shine a light on what makes writing sing. How do modern and classic writers create indelible images with words? What choices result in remarkable prose? Before we begin our own creating, we will dissect passages from the pro’s prose for instruction and inspiration. Participants will then create their own prose images using props and prompts. Anyone who wishes to read their work and open it to group critique is welcome, but not required, to do so. Participants who register in advance will be emailed writing prompts and sample pieces.
Open to all levels of writing experience.
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Prose Workshop (cont. from 7/14): Language, Memory, and Memoir (John Baum, facilitator)
Thursday, 7/16, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
In the second session of the workshop, we will discuss the popularity and purpose of memoir in modern society, and then look at our own lives and our own experiences as possible fodder for a memoir of our own. Participants can expand on their work from the first session or begin something new, with a close look at their own lives and own experiences as possible fodder for a memoir-esque piece of their own. Open to all levels of writing experience.
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Visual Arts:
Workshop: The Art in Architecture (Kelly Davis & Mitchell Davis, facilitators)
Tuesday, 7/14, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Thursday, 7/16, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
This workshop will focus on introducing participants to the concepts of freehand sketching and photography using First Pres and its surrounding context as the subject. The Analytique is a beaux-arts method of analysis and capturing the rich spatial and architectural qualities of a particular building. Participants will aim to produce an Analytique, or collage, through a series of sketches and photographs that capture and illuminate the architectural elements of First Pres that resonate with the participant. Open to all levels of experience.
Workshop: Creative Expression (William Massey, facilitator)
Friday, 7/17, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
We all have something inside of us that needs to get out. Words are often inadequate when it comes to fully expressing our perspective and our story. Making art is a way to honor creation and figure out what we have to say, while quieting the over-analytic part of our minds. William Massey works with individuals of various ages and backgrounds throughout Atlanta to build community and instill a sense of peace through creativity. There is no agenda, no pressure for a masterpiece — it's about having fun with each other, discovering what happens when you pick your favorite color and let loose. Come paint, draw, smear, glob, scribble, or splatter together — co-creating with God to fill a blank void from your unique perspective. Open to all levels of experience.
Music:
ArtSpark Chorus: (Rolando Salazar, conductor)
Open to all high school youth through adults. We will explore a variety of choral repertoire ranging from sacred music to secular selections. Attendance at all rehearsals is highly encouraged.
Open to all levels of experience.
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Chorus schedule:
Monday, July 13th 7:30-9:00 p.m.
Tuesday, July 14th 7:30-9:00 p.m.
Thursday, July 16th 7:30-9:00 p.m.
Friday, July 17th 7:30-9:00 p.m. (dress rehearsal)
Concert on Saturday, July 18th at 3:00 p.m.
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ArtSpark Orchestra: (Rolando Salazar, conductor)
Open to advanced players by invitation or audition. Interested players should submit a list of previously studied rep and orchestral experience, as well as links or files of solo recordings to khamer@firstpresatl.org. Rehearsals will be held in the Sanctuary. Repertoire: Overture to Barber of Seville, Rossini, Piano Concert No. 23, Mozart, Symphony No. 5, Beethoven.
Orchestra schedule:
Monday, July 13th 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 14th 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 16th 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Friday, July 17th 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Saturday, July 18th 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (dress rehearsal)
Concert on Sunday, July 19th at 3:00 p.m.
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Other Opportunities to Participate
*Registration is not required to participate in the following events and programs*
Wednesday, July 15th:
iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiithrough the process of creating an oil painting (Berean Room)
iiiiiiiiii- 7:30 p.m. Concert and Ice Cream Social: Mr. Blue Sky, featuring FPC choir member,
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Friday, July 17th:
iiiiiiiiii- 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Open Mic in the Garden: We invite budding or more experienced writers to
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Saturday, July 18th:
iiiiiiiiii- 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Recital: Elysian String Quartet (Memory Garden)
iiiiiiiiii- 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Concert: ArtSpark Chorus (Sanctuary)
iiiiiiiiii- 1:00 - 4:30 p.m. Art and Writing Exhibition: Don't miss this opportunity to view the displayed
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Sunday, July 19th:
iiiiiiiiii- 10:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Art and Writing Exhibition: Don't miss this opportunity to view the
iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiidisplayed art and writings from the workshops (Berean Room)
iiiiiiiiii- 10:45 a.m. Worship Service: Worship will incorporate writings, music and art from the
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iiiiiiiiii- 2:00 - 2:45 p.m. Hymn Sing: Join us for an old-fashioned hymn sing with pianist Robert Ray
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KidSpark
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Children will also have an opportunity to ignite their creative expression through, music, art, drama and play while parents are participating in ArtSpark classes.
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For children who are 3 years old through 5th grade (and potty-trained), we offer fun and engaging classes Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday evenings from 5:00-9:00 p.m. and Wednesday from 6:00-9:00. For children 2 and under (and not potty-trained), childcare will be provided Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday evenings from 5:00-9:00 p.m and Wednesday from 6:00-9:00.