TEACHING ARTIST SESSION
French artist Henri Matisse created playful compositions known for use of color and unique style. To create his compositions, he “painted with scissors!” In this session, students will learn about Matisse and discuss the important body of work in the medium of cut paper collage he made late in life. Students will create their own cut paper collage inspired by this artist’s work.
Single session
Sam Wróbel is a papercutting artist based in Lafayette, specializing in the Polish folk art of wycinanki. He grew up in the Chicago area, where he learned wycinanki from artist Doris Sikorsky. Together they received two Master/Apprentice grants in Ethnic Art from the Illinois Arts Council.
As an adult, Sam spent 10 years as a commercial chalkboard and sign artist for Trader Joe’s, and also did freelance illustration, painting, and design. Sam moved to Acadiana in 2017 and has become known for his papercutting work. He’s been a teaching artist since 2019 and runs the Student Art Markets during ACA’s Student Art Expos. He is a member of Loudhouse Projects, The Guild of American Papercutters, and Archives Exhibitions. www.samwrobel.com
