"Continuing its service to teachers and to the region, Arrowmont is offering a workshop week dedicated to Appalachian teachers and Appalachian arts and crafts. Legacy offers teachers the opportunity to learn in Arrowmont’s creative environment with the support of full scholarships including tuition, lodging, meals, and a completion stipend to K-12 educators from any discipline...Workshops are offered in a range of media. Educators may choose which workshops they have interest in. The week has been designed so that teachers have time to interact, share ideas, and build a supportive network."

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The invisible histories of personal objects and the quiet moments that bookend our daily lives will be the focus of this workshop experience. You will gain the confidence and skills to design and fabricate the textures, colors, and forms inspired by a narrative of your choosing. Whether that encompasses the landscape of your everyday routines, or a moment in your life that was transformative, you will learn how to capture and visually express those stories within a wearable or sculptural object. Students are encouraged to bring any source materials for their story concepts; for example collections of objects from our natural environment, old textiles, or an heirloom book. While some students may finish an entire piece within the week, there are others who may choose to focus solely on gaining knowledge and practicing their new skills under the guidance of the instructor. Assets acquired will include design-thinking strategy, a refinement of techniques utilizing various hand tools, and an understanding of how to incorporate personal narratives using traditional processes and materials.