Don’t miss this Saturday 1/25 @ Branches Inspirations from Architecture and creating in 3-D featuring guest speaker Paul Locke
Inspirations from Architecture and creating in 3-D Saturday Presenters Patricia Hunter McGrath, Christina Bianchi and special guest Paul Locke, January 25, 2025, 9 am to 3 pm Cost: $110
Don’t miss this special workshop featuring guest speaker Paul Locke
Paul Locke is a licensed architect and designer with over 20 years of experience. The majority of those years were spent working with the architect Frank Gehry. As an associate at Gehry Partners, he collaborated on such projects as the Guggenheim Museum in Abu Dhabi, the Louis Vuitton Foundation in Paris, the Dwight Eisenhower Memorial in Washington D.C., the Battersea Power Station Residences in London, and Frank Gehry’s Residence in Rustic Canyon. A year ago, Paul embarked on a new chapter and started his own practice, Locke Studio, where he focuses on residential and commercial projects in and around the Los Angeles area.
- Join us as Paul sparks our curiosity in a dialogue about his work in architecture and the applications it might have for working in a Reggio Emilia-inspired classroom. Together we will consider:
- How can we take into account the principles of human-centered design when we think about our spaces and materials?
- What kinds of interesting challenges can we create with unconventional materials that support flexibility, collaboration, reflection and interactive design?
- How can we iterate and translate ideas through various materials?
- How do construction and manipulating material forms to enhance various literacies encourage exploration and expression, collaborations, and new perspectives?
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We’re excited to announce upcoming workshops for early childhood educators and parents alike, designed to inspire and empower you in your journey of nurturing young minds. These workshops offer a wonderful opportunity to:
~ Deepen your understanding of early childhood development.
~ Explore creative and innovative teaching practices.
~ Earn professional development credits to enhance your career.
Spaces are limited, so don’t wait to secure your spot!
Register now and take the first step toward a year of growth and discovery:
ONLINE Via ZOOM
~ (NEW DATES) Mixed Media: Bringing the Materials Together. A two part series – Wednesdays, 1/30 and 2/6/2025 6:30-8:30 pm $100 Presenters Patricia Hunter McGrath, Christina Bianchi
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~Creating an Atelier in Your Space Wednesday, February 12, 2025, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm $50 Presenters Patricia Hunter McGrath, Christina Bianchi
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On Campus @ Branches Atelier Bringing Curiosity into The Classroom
~ (NEW DATE) Inspirations from Architecture and creating in 3-D Saturday Presenters Patricia Hunter McGrath, Christina Bianchi and special guest Paul Locke, January 25, 2025, 9 am to 3 pm Cost: $110
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~The Power of Story: Integrating Oral Stories, Rituals, Poetry, and Metaphoric Language Into the Life Classroom: Sat Feb 8th, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm $110 presenters Patricia Hunter McGrath and Heather Ogilvy
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~Inspiration From Mindful Meditation and Aromatherapy in Creating Calm in the Classroom: Saturday, March 8, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm $110 Mojdeh Zavosh – Mindfulness Life, Wellness, Trauma Healing Coach & Reiki Master
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