Book Arts Course Cathy Taught in Florence, Italy
Cathy taught a workshop on artists' books in Florence, Italy this past summer with fellow book artist, Mary Laird. The workshop was part of Dan Welden's International Workshops. Cathy's workshop is called: THE BOOK AS ART: CREATING ARTIST BOOKS. Cathy's class emphasized the integration of image and text within the structure of "Artist Books." She ventured with her students beyond the Renaissance city, into the countryside to stir their imaginations and find and deepen their artistic voices to create multiple books. Their collaborative time together included: demonstrations, field trips, and lectures on contemporary as well as traditional artist books. They went to Venice to the Bieanle International Art Exhibit.
Visit the blog which tells their tales: www.gallerydeforestblogspot.com
A Virtual Gallery
For the past four years, Gallery DeForest has maintained a strong presence on the
Ashland art scene. Voted "Best New Gallery" in its first year of business, many have
sought out it's charm and beauty–making it a regular destination for both visitors
and locals alike. Representing both local and internationally reknowned artists,
Gallery DeForest has provided its clientele with a "visual sanctuary"–a space
resonant with beauty, and an atmosphere calm and reflective.
In November 2008, artist/owner Cathy DeForest transitioned from operating
a physical gallery into cultivating and maintaining a virtual one. She is shifting
her focus to pursue her true passion– creating art. "I have had the pleasure of
representing many wonderful artists, and watching each body of work grow and
evolve. It has inspired me to listen to my own muse, and move into a deeper creative
space personally." Operating a virtual gallery will give Cathy the flexibility to
continue representing her current artists, while allowing her more time to develop
and create her own body of work.