SPLOT Art Workshop with Mikel Patrik

SPLOT is an original art form created by Mikel Patrik artist Michael Thieme.  On June 2^nd, he shared his concept with the Studio 8 Ten artists as the theme of his Guest Artist Program workshop.  The artists each created 2 original works of art under the instruction of Thieme, which have been displayed as a part of his solo show that opened June 4^th.

Each month a new artist or group of artists is welcomed into the gallery at Studio 8 Ten to show their work.  As a part of the guest artist program, the artist also engages the studio artists in a workshop that showcases their own art form.  This program has become an invaluable way to connect the studio artists to the local art community, and introduce them to art forms, materials, and tools they may never have been exposed to before.  Because the mission of Transition Services is to provide creative training in a business setting by teaching how to create handmade products that can be reproduced and sold to earn income, we are not able to provide training in all aspects of fine art for recreation or personal hobby.  This program is our way of showing the artists that there are many ways to create art, and it can become something they can enjoy outside of their employment training.

Although the individuals at Studio 8 Ten benefit greatly through these workshops, it is almost more rewarding for the guest artists.  It creates a bond to the gallery and gives them a chance to connect to a group of people who are eager to learn and participate in something that is already important to the artist.

Studio 8 Ten is honored to welcome the art of Mikel Patrik and encourage the community to attend his Artist Reception on June 25^th, 2010, from 6-8PM, where is original concept “STRATA” is on display along with 63 works by the Studio 8 Ten artists.  Works are for sale, and a portion of the proceeds from all art sales benefit Transition Services supported employment programs.

Las Vegas artists interested in having a solo or group show should send information and photos of their art to studio8ten@aol.com.