Artist in Residence: Kathy Thaden

Kathy Thaden served as the twenty-second Mesa County Libraries Artist in Residence at 970West Studio. The dates of her residency were August 14 - Nov 20, 2023. During the residency, she kept open studio hours at 970West on Tuesdays from Noon to 2 pm, allowing her to showcase her work with mosaics and her creative process for Mesa County residents. She also gave six public, educational programs:

Mosaic Art Then and Now (Tuesday, August 22, 6 pm) Central Library Mesa Community Room
Event Description:
This presentation will highlight 5,000 years of mosaic art. Beginning with a quick look at some ancient mosaics and advancing to breathtaking modern mosaics which utilize a wide variety of materials and techniques. An amazing array of mosaic art is being created beyond what many think of as hobby or craft!

Wearable Mosaic Art (open to teens and adults) (Saturday, September 23, 2:00 pm) Collbran Branch Library
Event Description:
Participants will make a unique mosaic pendant incorporating a selection of assorted mini tiles, beads and more. Supplies included and registration required.

Wearable Mosaic Art (open to teens and adults) (Saturday, September 30, 10 am) Central Library Monument Community Room
Event Description:
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Make a Mini Mosaic (open to kids 7-11) (Friday, September 8, 10:30 am) Collbran Branch Library
Event Description:
Kids, join us for a fun hands-on workshop to create a small mosaic with a variety of mini tiles, beads, paper and more. Your completed mini mosaic can be turned into an ornament or a magnet to display. Supplies included.

Make a Mini Mosaic (open to kids 7-11) (Monday, October 16, 4:30 pm (Clifton Branch Library)
Event Description:
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Mosaic Tins (open to teens and adults) (Tuesday, October 10, 6 pm) Central Library Community Rooms
Event Description:
Create a small mosaic incorporating up-cycled tins, mini tiles, beads, and more. Supplies included and registration required.