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Zoë Cohen – The Contemporary Sketchbook
Date recorded: Saturday, November 4, 2023
A sketchbook is a personal document containing both visual and written material. Through a series of non-intimidating guided exercises, mixed media artist Zoe Cohen will zero in on some of the unconventional methods contemporary artists use to create inspirational sketchbooks- rough, unpretentious drawings, collage, marks and scribbles, as well as some classic sketching practices.
A sketchbook is a personal document containing both visual and written material. Through a series of non-intimidating guided exercises, mixed media artist Zoe Cohen will zero in on some of the unconventional methods contemporary artists use to create inspirational sketchbooks- rough, unpretentious drawings, collage, marks and scribbles, as well as some classic sketching practices.
Born in Chicago in 1961, Zoë Cohen was strongly affected by the classic graphic influences of a mid-century urban environment. Everyday exposure to modern architecture, photography, painting, sculpture and minimalist 1960’s design made a deep impression. Zoë’s abstract painting springs from her lifelong fascination with mid-century modern art and design, Abstract Expressionism and The New York School painters. She continues to be inspired by contemporary artists of all kinds. History, art history, social history, illustration, literature, theater, music, dance, photography, and film all inform her work.
4 Responses
Definitely inspiring!
A quick tip: gluing down things for collage – clear tar gel from Golden, has very little water so it won’t buckle thin paper.
Hello Zoe. I loved your Sketchbook session this past weekend. So many of the sessions inspired me Here’s today’s sketchbook entry. Thanks
Melody Schneider
4 Responses
Definitely inspiring!
A quick tip: gluing down things for collage – clear tar gel from Golden, has very little water so it won’t buckle thin paper.
Thank you for the inspiration. 🙂 and so many good reminders! I feel like sitting and making some right now.
Hi Zoe – i really enjoyed your sketchbook “chat.” Very inspirational! And lots of good ideas. Many thanks. -Sharon
Hello Zoe. I loved your Sketchbook session this past weekend. So many of the sessions inspired me Here’s today’s sketchbook entry. Thanks
Melody Schneider