Willowbrook art students visit the studios of two local artists

On Nov. 17, Willowbrook art students participated in a field trip and traveled to the home studios of two local artists (pictured above).

During their visits, the students experienced demonstrations and activities.

The first stop was the studio and gallery of retired Willowbrook Art Department Head Robert Lee Fritz. Pupils learned about Fritz’s free-blown glass company and took part in an activity about building narrative stories in art through symbolism.

The second stop was with John and Sue Nester, where the group explored the couple’s fused glass and ceramic studio and enjoyed an interactive raku pottery firing using horse hair and feathers.

Willowbrook to host Student Art Show at Villa Park coffee house

Works of art created by Willowbrook students will be displayed from Dec. 9 to 15 at Funky Java Coffee House, 40 S. Villa Ave. in Villa Park.

An Opening Reception for the exhibit will take place from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Dec. 10, and everyone is invited to attend. The art show will feature more than 100 pieces in various media and represents about 75 student artists.

For questions or more information, contact Willowbrook Art Department Head John Epple at jepple@dupage88.net or 630-782-2811.