Meet the Instructor - Mairin Egge

Did you ever want to make a floor mat or runner? Well you will get the chance with two new workshops taught by one of our newest members, Mairin Egge.  Mairin will instruct you about design, use of vocabulary and materials/tools to create Canvas rugs. Canvas rugs are practical, durable and customizable alternative to rugs. You can decorate your home in a more personal way with the ability to create for any style or any season.  We will be offering two work shops. One is to create a runner or small mat. The second is creating an area rug.

She will also teach two 4 week mosaic workshops  Mosaics are about using smaller pieces of materials such as tiles or stones, to create a larger image. Students will create their own mosaic, whether it is a functional or decorative piece and will be involved with the entire process which covers design, vocabulary and materials/tools. You will have the opportunity to be assisted individually with developing your project throughout the four week session.

Mairin will also be instructing one of our Media Mash up or Multi-Media classes for grades 4 - 7. Here Students will learn various art techniques to express creativity through the use of a variety of art mediums, which may include: paints, clay, printmaking and more. Seasonal projects may be included. Classes are geared to all levels.

Mairin states; I have gained much knowledge and confidence in teaching art (BS in Art Education from Miami University).  Working with a wide range of ages and abilities, from age two through adult, has broadened my perspective.  Also I have worked with an array of individuals including special needs, as well as gifted and talented individuals.  A majority of my experiences with children, kindergarten through twelfth grade, were at both upper-middle and lower class public institutions.  Having observed in a variety of public school locations and working in their communities has given me the opportunity to experience several diverse school settings and cultures.

I feel passionate about art.  Special individuals shaped my love for art and I in turn would like to impart that same love of art to others.

A large part of my identity, ever since my first art class, involves my love for art.  As it continues to grow, I take much pride in creating art and could not imagine doing anything else.  I want to teach art because I want to build that type of atmosphere and take pride in it.  Being able to provide students with opportunities and experiences they may never encounter again is very rewarding.
Art in the curriculum is an essential part of the learning and developmental process.  I aspire as an art teacher to provide an appreciation for, and the process of, art for any student who walks in my path.  I do not just want to impact those inside a school, but also in the broader community.

Mairin brings a lot of energy and excitement to her classes for more information in the various classes/workshops that Mairin will be teaching please go to www.northpennarts.org/images/Spring2014.pdf

To register for the classes, please go to http://www.northpenncep.org