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Peggy Ross

Paper Strip Weaving and Beyond

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Program Model	In Class
Artistic Discipline	Visual Art
Grades	4 \| 5 \| 6 \| 7 \| 8 \| 9 \| 10 \| 11 \| 12
Min. residency sessions/classroom	5
Program Requirements	Classroom, student desks, chairs, good light, sink with water, storage for materials and equipment.
Instruction Language(s)	English
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Peggy Ross

About the Artist

Peggy is an award-winning teaching artist trained in visual art and textiles. She paints, collages and weaves and has been inspiring students to learn and create since 1995.

Teaching Philosophy

The happy sound of students absorbed in art making; discovering, collaborating and reflecting is what Peggy strives for. Students problem solve through process, understand through imagination and gain confidence through experience.

Testimonial

"Peggy is incredibly creative, easy to work with, inspiring, and she is fantastic with students and teachers. Our kindergarten students joyfully collaborated on three beautiful pieces of art. It was a wonderful experience for all!" -- Teacher, WLWV

Program Description

Students make paper weavings, and explore color, pattern and surface design while learning basic skills and vocabulary. Natural Science and Cultural investigations may be included.

Please note: A minimum of 8 sessions per week required.

Keywords

weaving, patterns, paper, math, social studies, world cultures, textiles, color, geometry, installation

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How to Schedule Programs

Performance | Residency | Workshop

Delivery Method	Component Name	Cost	Participant Capacity	Description
In-Person	Residency Session	$96.00	30	A residency is a program with 3 or more sessions per classroom. Residency session prices are based on a 50 minute session. Some artists may prefer different session lengths and will pro-rate the cost.
In-Person	Teacher Workshop	$250.00	30	90 minute workshop for teachers.
	Planning Meeting	$96.00		An in person planning meeting with partnering teachers is required for residencies.
	Additional Planning	$96.00		Additional planning time with teachers or volunteers, etc.
	Prep Hours	$96.00		Cost per hour spent on activities in support of the program (e.g. setting up/cleaning a classroom, research, curriculum development, etc.). 2-3 hrs. per classroom (fewer classrooms on the higher range).
	Mileage/Travel Costs			IRS mileage rate charged per round trip from Cedar Hill Library. Drive time longer than 60 minutes per round trip, billed at rate of $50 per hour. Program available within 40 miles of Portland. Greater distances possible with add'l fees (lodging, etc.).
	Equipment Use			Expect equipment use fees determined by scope of the project. $5-$50 per contract.
	Materials Preparation Fee			Expect materials preparation costs for time spent preparing materials outside of program days. $50-$200 per contract.
	Supplies			Supply Estimate $3-$7 per student. Costs and availability can be volatile. Check with artist before final budgeting. Supply costs determined by the scope of the project. School community collects and prepares some materials.