Artist Spotlight: Pam McKnight
Residency: July 6 – Sept. 2
Studio Hours: Thurs-Sun. | 11am – 3pm
Pam McKnight is a mixed media artist from Boise, ID, joining us for an 8-week residency this July and August. Pam has an M.A. in art and museum education and spent 25 years as an elementary school art teacher. These days, Pam practices art full-time as an independent artist. While at Tallac, she will record her daily experiences through paintings, collage, and assemblage. While working within the environment, Pam will draw inspiration from the beautiful surroundings, as well as the historical influences of the 1920s: an artistic celebration of 100 years of making art in South Lake Tahoe.
Learn more at: www.//boiseartist.wixsite.com/pammcknight
Workshops with Pam
Artists’ Trading Cards
Date: Sat. July 13
Time: 11am – 3pm
Location: Artist Cabin
Stop by the Artist Cabin during Heritage Day to create an individual collage card. Keep it for yourself, or trade with a neighboring artist! Free; donations appreciated!
.Intro to Mini Journals (8+)
Date: Sat. July 20th
Time: 11am – 12:15pm
Location: Artist Cabin
Start your journey in mini creations with Pam, a mini master! All materials, including a new sketchbook, provided.
Acrylic Paint Along on Wood
Date: Sat. July 27th
Time: 11am – 12:15pm
Location: Artist Cabin
This class is great for all ages, and all materials are provided. Learn to paint landscapes on wood.
Plein Air Painting (Demonstration)
Date: Sat. Aug. 2
Time: 11am – 3pm
Location: Artist Cabin
How hard is plein air, anyway? What’s it all about? Find out during the hot Gatsby weekend!
Sumi-e: Japanese Ink Painting (8+)
Date: Sat. Aug. 17th
Time: 11am – 12:15pm
Location: Artist Cabin
This art form uses black ink and water to create a diversity of monochromatic brushstrokes. Learn this technique with Pam! All materials provided.
Experience the Artist-in-Residence program at Tallac Historic Site in South Lake Tahoe, where artists create and showcase works inspired by the historic surroundings, offering unique cultural and creative insights.
Artist Spotlight: Kristen Holden
Residency: May 24 – July 4, 2024
Studio Hours: Wed. – Fri. | 11am – 3pm
Kristen Holden is the artist/owner of Pinecone Allée in Reno, Nevada. Her naturalistic, mixed media art primarily incorporates pinecones, dried flowers, and other materials found or repurposed from nature.Working with pinecones has inspired her to experiment and use pinecones in creative ways, resulting in the creation of pinecone mosaics, pinecone flower art, pinecone pendants, jewelry and more. She currently teaches pinecone flower art workshops, runs her online shop and blog, and is looking forward to her residency and sharing her artistic process with others.
Learn More at: www.pineconeallee.com
Workshops with Kristen
Kids Kreations (8+)
Date: Thurs. June 20th
Time: 1pm – 2pm
Location: Artist Cabin
Geared towards children, thsi program is still suitable for all ages. Discover the art of pinecone crafting ad take a piece of Tahoe home with you.
.Wines & Pines (21+)
Date: Thurs. June 27th
Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Location: Artist Cabin
Create your own decor using natural elements! From wall hangings to centerpieces, all materials are provided to take home your own creation. In addition, participants may bring a favorite wine to share, or try one of ours!