Jon Lapointe
Posts by Jon Lapointe for Armory News
Book & Blog Launch: Below the Underground
Join us on Thursday, August 27, 2020 at 5:00 PM PT (7 PM CDMX) for a virtual release of the bilingual publication Below the Underground: Renegade Art and Action in…
Read more about 'Book & Blog Launch: Below the Underground'...
How to Make an Origami Owl
All you need is scissors, markers, paper! In 12 easy steps, you'll be able to make your own parliament of owls (BTW - a group of owls is called a "parliament").
WATCH: Tanya Aguiñiga Live on Instagram
Join us for a performance by Tanya Aguiñiga, live on the Armory’s Instagram on Wednesday, June 3 at 4:00 PM PDT.
Read more about 'WATCH: Tanya Aguiñiga Live on Instagram'...
Faculty Feature: Andrew K. Currey
On May 26, 2020, we asked Armory Teaching Artist Andrew K. Currey to take over our Instagram account for the day. Here's what she shared.
HOME: An Armory Coloring Book
This coloring book for all ages is a collaborative effort of the Armory's Teaching Artists. We invited our faculty to each create an illustration representing their personal interpretation of “Home,” a relatable theme especially in light of the safer at home orders the entire planet is experiencing during this pandemic.
Jocelyn Casas: Top 5 Favorite Sculptors Right Now
Armory Teaching Artist Jocelyn Casas makes paintings, sculptures, installations, murals, and wearables. We asked Jocelyn to share her 5 favorite sculptors with us. Here's her list, with 3 notable "honorable mentions."
Read more about 'Jocelyn Casas: Top 5 Favorite Sculptors Right Now'...
Grace Lacques: 6 Theater Performances That Took My Breath Away
"Miss Grace" has taught children's drama classes at the Armory for more than 20 years. We asked her to share her favorite live theater experiences with us. Ranging from apartheid-era ensembles to Butoh masters from Japan, we hope Grace's list will take your breath away, too.
Read more about 'Grace Lacques: 6 Theater Performances That Took My Breath Away'...
How To Make a Fabric Mask
Armory Teaching Artist Denise El-Hoss has directed our letterpress studio for more than a decade. A master of the letterpress medium, Denise is also quite handy with a needle and thread. In this short video, Denise will guide you step by step to create your own, hand-sew, cotton fabric face mask.
Elonda Norris: 5 Ceramic Artists I've Been Thinking About
We asked Armory ceramics instructor Elonda Norris to share some of her favorite ceramic artists with us.
Read more about 'Elonda Norris: 5 Ceramic Artists I've Been Thinking About'...
Create an Animal Companion with Ed Leonardi
Perfect for ages 3 to 5! Created by Armory Teaching Artist Ed Leonardi, we have some fun and simple directions on how to make yourself an animal companion including a 3D kitten or 2D puppy.
Read more about 'Create an Animal Companion with Ed Leonardi'...