grounds for sculpture october - april 2016 event guide

G R O U N D S F O R S C U L P T U R E

EVENT GUIDEOCTOBER - APRIL 2016

NEW THIS SEASON

JOYCE CAROL OATESBOOK READING & SIGNING

NEW WINTER HOURS

TONS TO DO INDOORS!

IRON POUR + SCRATCH MOLD WORKSHOP

SPECIAL WINTER HOURS, SPECIAL WINTER OFFER

From January 2 - March 1, 2016, GFS will be open Tuesday – Sunday, 10:00am – 5:00pm. Purchase admission online and save!

We’re so excited to share all of our indoor programs with you this winter that we’re offering a special incentive. Purchase your tickets through our website for visits between January 2 – March 1, 2016 and save! All tickets purchased online for visits during those dates will be $10. Members and kids under 5 are free, as always.

Regular admission prices will apply to tickets purchased in person at the GFS Welcome Center. Grounds For Sculpture reserves the right to close access to pathways and/or close the park if it is deemed unsafe for visitors.

MAKE IT A WONDERFULWINTER AT GFSIn the frosty winter months it may be blustery outside, but indoors at Grounds For Sculpture, it’s always warm and chock full of things to do, see, hear, and taste. Take advantage of all that we have for you. Flip through this event guide and start planning some quality time for yourself and with loved ones.

Once you’re warmed up, you can always venture outside. Grounds For Sculpture is spectacular in the winter! Make sure to bring your camera. There’s hot chocolate waiting for you at the Van Gogh Café when you come back inside.

• Fabulous exhibitions• Hands-on art-making experiences• Workshops just for kids• Opportunities to engage up close with artists• Garden programs• Awesome holiday concerts• A film series• Winter book club• Photography classes• Delicious dining opportunities• New merchandise at the Museum Shop just in time for your holiday shopping

Photo by Zach Teris for dmhphotographer.com

Photo by Zach Teris for dmhphotographer



Nestled in the heart of central New Jersey lies Grounds For Sculpture (GFS), where art and nature are always at play. At its core are more than 270 sculptures by renowned and emerging contemporary artists, each thoughtfully sited on landscaped parkland full of exotic trees and flowers. The works, many of them monumental, include those of such distinguished artists as Clement Meadmore, Anthony Caro, Beverly Pepper, Kiki Smith, George Segal, Magdalena Abakanowicz, and Isaac Witkin.

They join the enchanting works of our visionary founder Seward Johnson and many others by the finest up and coming artists of our time. Join us and discover the beauty, charm, whimsy, and inspiration that our 42 acres hold.

The collection and exhibits at GFS contain art works that may be of a challenging, sensitive, and/or mature nature. Please be aware and consult GFS staff for advice if you have specific concerns.

VISITING THIS SEASONPlease be aware that there may be times when the park is at capacity and we cannot admit further guests. This is more likely to occur on weekends when the weather is favorable.

ABOUT GFSCONTACT US(609) 586-0616 | groundsforsculpture.org

PARK HOURSOpen year-round Tuesday-Sunday 10am–6pm, closed Mondays. January 2-March 1, 10am-5pm. GFS reserves the right to close to the public for special events.

SHOPPINGLocated in the Welcome Center, our spacious and beautifully appointed Museum Shop offers a distinctive selection of merchandise. Whether you’re seeking a souvenir or the perfect gift, our store has something special. Stop by and browse our selection of home décor, handcrafted gifts and jewelry from NJ artisans and beyond, books and media, children’s items, and other must-haves.

DINING AT THE PARKRat’s Restaurant | (609) 584-7800Peacock Café | (609) 890-6015Van Gogh Café | Open during park hours The Gazebo | Memorial Day - Labor DayPicnic in the park! | (609) 890-6015 With 24 hour advance notice, your basket will be ready when you arrive.

GETTING HEREConveniently located near Princeton at the center of the New York-Philadelphia travel corridor in Hamilton Twp., New Jersey, Grounds For Sculpture is easily accessible by major state and interstate roads and by rail and has ample free parking.

ACCESSIBILITYGFS is recognized for its dedication to designing accessible facilities and programs. The Domestic Arts Building, Welcome Center, and Seward Johnson Center for the Arts are fully accessible as is the Museum Building’s main level. Power-assisted doors are installed in our galleries and Welcome Center. Large-print editions of information and brochures are available, as are assisted-listening devices for tours and lectures. ADA cart tours are available for persons with limited mobility Tuesday - Sunday, 11am-3pm (reservations recommended) on a first-come, first-served basis by calling (609) 586-0616 ext.204. Touch Tours for those with visual impairments are available with advance reservation. Call (609) 586-0616.

ADMISSIONAdults (18-64) $15

Seniors (65+) $12

Students (6-17 or w/ college ID) $10

Members and children (< 5) Free

Online tickets (1/2/16 - 3/1/16) $10

Seward Johnson, Daydream, 2014, cast aluminum, 1/8, 432 x 732 x 240 inches, Courtesy of/©2007, 2014 The Seward Johnson Atelier, Inc. Photo by David W. Steele

Cover image: Victoria Fuller, In My Back Yard, 2014, mixed media, 45.5 x 32 x 16 inches, Courtesy of the Artist

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This season, we bring you two powerful exhibitions in partnership with the International Sculpture Center (ISC). In the Museum Building, we bring you 18 works from innovative artists, each of whom is an ISC member in one of three national chapters. In the Domestic Arts Building, view the future of sculpture as we exhibit the winning works of the ISC’s Annual Outstanding Student Achievement Awards. Together, these two exhibitions reflect contemporary work from an international body of artists of varying experience, age, and background—providing insight into present and future.

EXHIBITIONSFALL/WINTER 2015-16 EXHIBITIONS ON VIEW OCTOBER 25, 2015-MARCH 27, 2016

DISRUPTION MUSEUM BUILDING

Disruption has been organized and curated by Grounds For Sculpture in collaboration with three national chapters of the International Sculpture Center (ISC): Chicago Sculpture International, Texas Sculpture Group, and the Pacific Rim Sculptors Group. The exhibition features 18 works by contemporary artists, each of whom belongs to one of these three chapters. The selected works represent an interpretation of disruption relative to our world and the forces that impact daily life, featuring artists who reflect the challenges of contemporary society through the lens of their individual experience.

21ST ANNUAL OUTSTANDING STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS IN CONTEMPORARY SCULPTURE EXHIBITION DOMESTIC ARTS BUILDING

This annual exhibition offers a glimpse into the future of contemporary sculpture as some of the most talented sculpture students, selected from hundreds of domestic and international art programs, exhibit their award-winning work in the 21st annual ISC & GFS collaborative exhibition.

JAE KO: SELECTIONS, FEATURING FORCE OF NATURE , SHIRO EAST GALLERYON VIEW THROUGH JULY 10, 2016

Washington, DC based sculptor Jae Ko has transformed the East Gallery with her monumental paper relief. Spanning more than 80 linear feet, Ko transformed the sculptural into the architectural by rolling and layering hundreds of stacks of recycled white Kraft paper along the gallery walls, creating the largest and most ambitious piece of her career to date. A documentary video offering a glimpse into the installation process accompanies the exhibition.

Lianne Wappett, Hello, 2015, latex balloons, metal, wood, 60 x 96 x 10 inches, Courtesy of the Artist

Maru Hoeber, Flight (detail), 2014, porcelain, wood veneer, 7.5 x 7.5 x 23 inches, Courtesy of the Artist, Pacific Rim Sculptors Group

Jae Ko, Force of Nature, Shiro (detail), 2015, recycled Kraft paper, dimensions variable, Courtesy of the Artist

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ROBERT LOBE: IN THE FOREST DRAWN OF METAL FEATURING FOREST PROJECTS, COLLABORATIVE WORKS WITH KATHLEEN GILJE WEST GALLERYON VIEW THROUGH JANUARY 17, 2016

PAUL HENRY RAMIREZ: RATTLE WEST GALLERYOPENS FEBRUARY 28, 2016

Installation view in West Gallery. Photo by Ken Ek.

The West Gallery is exhibiting the work of New Jersey/New York based artist Robert Lobe. Working primarily in the rural woodlands of Sussex County, NJ, Lobe’s richly textured aluminum reliefs are made by hammering sheets of aluminum over natural forms in a technique adopted

from the tradition of repoussé, which in French means “to push up.” In Lobe’s work however, rather than working from the inside out, he works from the outer surface, capturing the essence of rocks and trees with pneumatic hammers and hand-made tools. The exhibition

also features a selection of masterful collaborative works that incorporate the noted paintings of New York based painter Kathleen Gilje. A documentary video offers insight into the creation of these multifaceted works.

Artist Paul Henry Ramirez will create a site-specific installation in Grounds For Sculpture’s West Gallery, starting in late January and opening to the public on February 28, 2016. The installation will treat the entire West Gallery as a

blank canvas. Through a combination of direct paintings on the wall, canvas wall installations, sound, and colorful window film, Ramirez will transform the West Gallery into a whimsical fantasy of color and energy, playing with and against the

architecture of the space. When a visitor steps inside the gallery they are stepping inside a sculptural environment, where the viewer experiences Ramirez’s work on multiple sensory levels. On view through January 8, 2017.

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Paul Henry Ramirez, ECCENTRIC STIMULI, 2015, part of the Beauty Reigns exhibition at the Akron Art Museum, Akron OH. Courtesy of the artist

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A GROUNDS FOR SCULPTURE HISTORY: THE LAND IN PICTURES AND WORDS ON VIEW UNTIL NOVEMBER 1, 2015

Through images created by members of the Princeton Photography Club, view the transformation of our site from the barren New Jersey State Fairgrounds into the lush 42-acre sculpture park that GFS is today. Included in the exhibit are newspaper articles from the Hamilton Historical Society, memorabilia from the New Jersey State Fairgrounds, and historic GFS photographs. This exhibition is sponsored in part by Charles Schwab.

TEAM WORK NOVEMBER 14–DECEMBER 13, 2015

This exhibition features artwork by the staff of multiple organizations whose offices are located on the Grounds For Sculpture campus: GFS, International Sculpture Center, Johnson Art and Education Foundation, Inc., The Seward Johnson Atelier, Inc., and Rat’s Restaurant. Their artwork demonstrates the talents of individuals who are inspired by sculpture and art on a daily basis.

FOCUS ON SCULPTURE JANUARY 23–APRIL 17, 2016

Focus on Sculpture is a juried exhibition of photographs featuring sculpture as their subject. This annual exhibition promotes sculpture as seen by members of the community through their photographs. This year’s juror is Kenneth Ek, a professional photographer based in Allentown, Pennsylvania, who specializes in art documentation photography. He has worked with numerous clients, including artists and museums, to create stunning photographs of visual art using state of the art photography equipment and meticulously designed lighting.

EDUCATION GALLERY

James Surls, Standing Vase with Five Flowers, 2005, bronze, stainless steel, 15 x 7 x 5 feet, Grounds For Sculpture, Gift of The Seward Johnson Atelier, Inc. Photo by Martin Schwartz

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Aerial view of NJ State Fairgounds

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JOYCE CAROL OATES: THE MYSTERY OF CREATIVITY THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 7-9pm

$15 MEMBERS; $20 NON-MEMBERS

Join us for a very special engagement featuring well-known author and poet, Joyce Carol Oates. One of the most prolific and lauded writers of our time, Ms. Oates will read excerpts from her new memoir, The Lost Landscape: A Writer’s Coming of Age (Sept., 2015), and speak to her creative process and inspirations. From the back cover of the book, “In The Lost Landscape, Joyce Carol Oates vividly re-creates the early years of her life in western New York State, powerfully evoking the romance of childhood and the way it colors everything that comes after. From early memories of her relatives to remembrances of a particularly poignant friendship with a red hen, from her first friendships to her first experiences with death, The Lost Landscape is an arresting account of the ways in which Oates’s life (and her life as a writer) was shaped by early childhood and how her later work was influenced by a hardscrabble rural upbringing.” A book signing will follow. Copies of The Lost Landscape: A Writer’s Coming of Age will be available for purchase. Registration is required for this event. To register, please visit groundsforsculpture.org or call (609) 586-0616, x243.

ARTISTS UP CLOSE

ARTIST LECTURESWith new featured guests each season, this ongoing series is designed to provide insight into the process, challenges, realizations, and successes of artists working in the field today.

FOCUS ON SCULPTURE JUROR KENNETH EK SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 11am

FREE WITH PARK ADMISSION;NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Kenneth Ek, juror for Focus on Sculpture 2016, will discuss his selection process and the works on view. Ek is a professional photographer based in Allentown, Pennsylvania, specializing in art documentation photography. He has worked with numerous clients, including artists and museums, to create stunning photographs of visual art using state of the art equipment and meticulously designed lighting.

A DISRUPTIVE CONVERSATION THURSDAY, MARCH 10, 6pm $10 MEMBERS; $15 NON-MEMBERS

Artists in the Disruption exhibition on view in the Museum Building were asked to explore the theme of disruption in their artwork–but what does this mean? Disruption occurs on multiple levels in daily life; it could be a minor or major event, a decision to be made, something self-imposed or out of our control. In a presentation purposely designed to create disorder, learn how GFS Chief Curator Tom Moran and guest artists see the pieces on view speaking to the exhibition’s theme–sure to be a unique and lively discussion! To register, please visit groundsforsculpture.org or call 609.586.0616, x243.


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John Kurman, The Smokemakers, 2009, bronze, 14 x 12 x 8 inches.

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ART SALONS

SEWARD JOHNSON WEDS., DEC. 9, 11am–2pm


Spend time with the visionary founder of GFS in this rare Art Salon with Seward Johnson. Known to many as the artist who created the well-loved Man-on-the-Street sculptures, Johnson is equally known for his Beyond the Frame and Icons series! Start the afternoon with an exclusive visit to the artist’s studio and experience the unique Van Gogh bedroom. Then, dine with Mr. Johnson as he reflects on his career, tells stories, and answers your questions.

PAUL HENRY RAMIREZ THURS., APRIL 14, 11am–2pm


Paul Henry Ramirez is a contemporary American artist, born in El Paso, Texas and based in New Jersey, whose solo exhibitions consist of painting, site-specific installations, sculpture, ceramics, drawings, prints, art collaborations and public art projects. Ramirez has had numerous one-person museum exhibitions, including the Contemporary Arts Center in Cincinnati (2001), the Whitney Museum at Philip Morris (2002), and the Newark Museum (2010). His work is in permanent collections at the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the Whitney Museum, the Hammer Museum, and many others. GFS has commissioned Ramirez to create RATTLE, a dynamic site-specific installation, which will run from February 2016–January 2017 in the West Gallery.

A relaxed and stimulating opportunity to share ideas and fine food at Rat’s Restaurant with GFS artists and your fellow patrons of the arts. All Art Salons include lunch and one glass of wine. To register, please call (609) 586-0616.

Seward Johnson in Times Square (background: Unconditional Surrender, © 2004, 2005 The Sculpture Foundation, Inc. www.sculpturefoundation.org). Photo: David W. Steele

Artist Paul Henry Ramirez posing in BLACKOUT: A Centennial Commission, 2010, Newark Museum, Newark, NJ. Photo by Raymond Adams

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MEMBEREVENTS

NEW MEMBER DAY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2–4pm

Welcome to GFS Membership! Meet in the GFS Member Lounge over light refreshments for a membership orientation with docent tours. This event is open to new Members who joined between January 1 and July 31, 2015. RSVP by September 29th by calling (609) 586-0616 ext. 243.

FALL/WINTER EXHIBITION RECEPTION FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 6–8pm

An evening reception to celebrate the exhibition season and thank our artists, donors, sponsors, business partner members, and members at the Contributor level and higher. All GFS members are invited to increase their support of GFS by upgrading their membership to attend this event. Alternatively, a limited number of event tickets will be available for purchase by members of any level. Member ticket price is $60 per person. Please call the Membership office for more information.

FALL/WINTER EXHIBITION MEMBER PREVIEW DAY SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 10am–2pm

An exclusive opportunity for members to explore the upcoming exhibition season before it opens to the public. Preview the new gallery installations, take a tour, meet the artists, and learn from guest speakers. Participate in art demonstrations and family activities, experience music, film screenings, and more!

General admission from 10am until 2pm is open to Members only. RSVPs are not required, but some programs may require online registration. Please present your current membership card or join upon entry.

Please note: Members can purchase guest tickets at $15. Usage of Guest passes on this special day is not permitted. The park will be open to the public starting at 2pm.

Seward Johnson, Summer Thinking, 1991 (detail), cast bronze, 2/8, 24 x 39 x 74 1/2 inches, Grounds For Sculpture, Gift of The Seward Johnson Atelier, Inc. © 1989 The Seward Johnson Atelier, Inc. Photo by Zach Teris for dmhphotographer.com

Jae Ko, Force of Nature, Escalante, 2015, recyled Kraft paper, dimensions variable, Courtesy of the Artist,

Photo by Zach Teris for dmhphotographer.com Photo by Zach Teris for dmhphotographer.com

Artist Jae Ko, Photo by Zach Teris for dmhphotographer.com

Seward Johnson, Taking Stock, 1999, cast bronze, 4/8; 64 x 74 x 52 inches. ©1987 The Seward Johnson Atelier, Inc., photo by Zach Teris for dmhphotographer.com

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Shaping Sound is a brand new series of performance, for GFS Members only! Featuring a different performer each week, sight and sound transform inside our galleries as we invite you to explore our indoor exhibition season. Following the performance, meet the performers over cocktails and light hors d’oeuvres during an intimate reception. Continue the evening with an optional prix fixe dinner package at Rat’s Restaurant. Dinner package is by advance purchase only and closes 24 hours prior to performance date. Funding for this program has been made possible in part by GFS members Michael Chang and Robert Herrig.

SINFONIETTA NOVA THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5 West Windsor-based orchestra Sinfonietta Nova performs Pulitzer-Prize winning composer John Luther Adams’ Dream in White On White, among other works. Adam’s music encompasses the native cultures and life of Alaska; indicative of the vast landscape of the country. With a melodic effect that is slow and trancelike, this featured work evokes the treeless, windsweptexpanses of Western Alaska–a musical counterpart to Jae Ko’s installation of Force of Nature, Shiro.

GRAFFITO WORKS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Experience an evening of improvisational dance with movement and music spontaneously created and inspired by the textured and anodized aluminum wall reliefs of Robert Lobe’s exhibition In the Forest Drawn of Metal, featuring Forest Projects, Collaborative Works with Kathleen Gilje. The Graffito Works dancers will create movement that examines the textural nuances in nature, explores the creation of mimetic shells of originals, grounding and formation of roots, and the use of space, along with interplay of the unnatural and unpredictable in the physical world.

PLORK THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19 The Princeton Laptop Orchestra (PLOrk) of Princeton University highlights thecollaborative exhibitions with the International Sculpture Center by creating unconventional sonic worlds via modified electronic sources, laptops, and custom speakers. The result: a melodic and rhythmic ode to disruption, opening new avenues for the future of musical performance.

A MEMBERS ONLY PERFORMANCE SERIES THURSDAYS, NOVEMBER 5, 12, 19, 6pm

PERFORMANCE ONLY: $10;PERFORMANCE + DINNER $55



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KEY WEST: COMEAS YOU ARE THURSDAY, JANUARY 21THROUGH MONDAY, JANUARY 25

Travel with GFS to the southernmost city in the continental US: Key West, Florida and “come as you are” to this island retreat for artists and writers. Featuring deluxe accommodations, fine food, and art and garden-centered activities, find out why our travelers keep coming back! Join us for this visit to the winter home of GFS founder and artist, Seward Johnson, and experience a trip that has been tailored for the discerning traveler and features exclusive experiences just for GFS Members. Registration deadline: Friday, November 20.

MEMBER ADVENTURESPlease contact the Membership Office at (609) 586-0616 ext. 234 for more information or to purchase your Wave Hill ticket.

DAY TRIP TO WAVE HILL WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20$95/PERSON INCLUDES BUS, ADMISSION, LUNCH, AND GUIDED TOURS; REGISTER BY APRIL 1ST

Join us on this day visit to this exceptional art and garden venue in New York. Wave Hill is a 28-acre public garden and cultural center in the Bronx with breath-taking views overlooking the Hudson River and Palisades. We will tour both the gardens and galleries with a catered lunch in between. Registration deadline: Friday, April 1.

LA BELLE FRANCE: GARDENS,ART, AND INSPIRATION SUNDAY, MAY 15 THROUGHTHURSDAY, MAY 26 Find your own inspiration amidst the history and artistry of France. Don your designer shades on the Côte d’Azur, longtime playground for the rich and famous. Explore the spectacular scenery and tempting cuisine of Provence, the inspiration for well-known painters like Vincent van Gogh and writers such as Peter Mayle. Then push on to Paris, the City of Light, to relive the golden days of the Belle Époque. Featuring a day trip to Giverny to see Monet’s gardens, plenty of museums, and fine wine and food–this trip has it all! Space is limited–sign up today by calling Charlie Thurston at (617) 619-1133 or visit groundsforsculpture.grouptoursite.com. Registration deadline: Friday, October 30.

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SIGNATURE TOURSRegister online or call (609) 586-0616 x243

MOONLIGHT TOUR & DINNER AT RAT’S RESTAURANTTUESDAY, OCTOBER 27 BEGINNING AT 6:30pm

$69 MEMBERS;$79 NON-MEMBERS

Let the magnificence of GFS wow you by moonlight. Begin with a three-course dinner from Rat’s Restaurant at 6:30pm. Then, your docent-led tour, timed closely with the full moon, begins at 9pm to showcase sculptures specially lit to show off their brilliance in the dark. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. The dinner portion of the evening takes place rain or shine.

SEWARD JOHNSON ATELIER TOUR & DINNER AT RAT’S RESTAURANTTUESDAYS, NOVEMBER 17, 2015 AND APRIL 19, 2016 BEGINNING AT 5:30pm


Tour the Seward Johnson Atelier and the cutting edge Digital Atelier to get the inside scoop on how sculpture is made. Tours begin with refreshments and are led by expert staff from both the Seward Johnson Atelier and the Digital Atelier. After the tour, cap your evening with a three-course dinner at Rat’s Restaurant at 7:30pm.

WELLNESS WALKS/WELLNESS TALKSTHURSDAYS, SEPTEMBER 10, 24, OCTOBER 8, 22, NOVEMBER 5, 19, 9:30am

$10 PER CLASS (INCLUDES GUIDED WALK & BREAKFAST)

Enjoy a walk through the park and get into fitness mode at the same time during this special program sponsored by Stoneking Physical Therapy & Wellness Centers. Classes are aimed at mature adults who want to get in shape and learn more about leading an active, healthful lifestyle. East session addresses a different topic on health and well-being, and negotiating the challenges of aging. A light breakfast is served after the walk followed by a workshop or demonstration. Check our website for dates and topics. Please call (609) 586-0616, x223 to register. Free to members of Stoneking Physical Therapy & Wellness Centers.


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NEW! Q&A WITH OUR HORTICULTURISTFREE WITH PARK ADMISSION

Have a burning question about when to prune your roses? Curious to know more about organic pest control options for your own garden? Join us for a new question-and-answer discussion series with GFS Horticulturist, Michael Strengari. Bring your questions and your friends! Limited to 30 people. Check our website after October 1st for Q&A dates. First come, first served.

HOLIDAY WREATH DECORATING WORKSHOPSESSION A: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 10am–12pm

SESSION B: THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1–3pm


For creative adults eager to make their own holiday décor! Learn a classic holiday tradition and decorate your own evergreen wreath with instruction and guidance from GFS Horticulturist, Michael Strengari. Participants will utilize interesting plant material found on the grounds, including dried seed pods, berries, and some of GFS’s exotic evergreens. Wreaths make a beautiful art piece to welcome guests to your home,or they can be a one-of-a-kind holiday gift! Two separate sessions offered; all materials will be supplied, b u t p l e a s e b r i n g yo u r o w n h a n d p r u n e r s i f p o s s i b l e . To register, please visit groundsforsculpture.org or call 609.586.0616, x243.

WINTER HIGHLIGHTS IN THE GARDENTOURS OFFERED JANUARY 14, 30 & FEBRUARY 4DEPART WELCOME CENTER AT 2:30 AND CONCLUDE BY 4pm

FREE WITH PARK ADMISSION

Known for its lush and verdant landscape in warm-weather months, the sculpture park is also magnificent in winter. Join us for an informative outdoor tour of conifers and other hardy species at GFS led by Michael Strengari. It’s a perfect opportunity to take some winter photos, so feel free to bring your camera. Then, come in from the cold and continue the discussion over a cup of hot chocolate at the Van Gogh Café. Dress warmly and wear winter boots. Each tour is limited to 20 people. First come, first served.

KOKEDAMA: STARTING YOUR SPRING BULB STRING GARDENMARCH 20, 10am-12pm


Join us for a two-hour workshop focused on spring florals and learn a new take on the art of Kokedama—one of many beautiful Japanese garden methods. Loosely translating to “moss ball,” Kokedama is originally a style of Japanese bonsai in which the plant’s roots are wrapped in moss and bound with string, transforming it into a sculptural art form. Gardeners have adapted the traditional form to offer a new string garden approach, using a variety of plants and suspending these little green orbs in the air. You’ll leave this workshop with two spring bulbs ready for hanging, and the knowledge to expand your own Kokedama string garden. Each “moss ball” orb makes a lovely springtime gift. To register, please visit groundsforsculpture.org or call 609.586.0616, x243.

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LIFE CASTING WITH THE MASTERSSATURDAYS, OCTOBER 3, 10 AND 17, 10am–4pm $290 MEMBERS; $310 NON-MEMBERS

This exciting new workshop is an extraordinary opportunity to create an iron masterpiece. Great for artists of all levels, or those looking to expand upon previous experience in the beginner Scratch Mold Workshop, this multi-session workshop will result in an iron casting of each participant’s hand. All steps of the life casting process are taught including the creation of an alginate mold, wax pattern, and ceramic shell mold, from the masters of AbOminOg Intl. Arts Collective. Experienced instructors will provide consultation and guidance to help you create your mold! Molds completed in this workshop will be cast at the Iron Pour on November 7. Instructors: Matt Reiley and Scot Thompson.

LEAVES DRAWN IN CLAYSATURDAYS, OCTOBER 31, NOV. 7 AND 14, 1–4pm


Be inspired by the beautiful autumn landscape to create ceramics that are influenced by the natural world! In this three-part ceramics workshop, participants will explore hand building techniques, from working with slabs to unique methods of creating surface textures that evoke the forces of nature. Participants will create three-dimensional pottery capturing autumn’s textures by taking richly colored leaves and pressing them into soft, impressionable clay. “Fossilizing” these natural subjects adds a touch of nature to your home and would be a fantastic centerpiece for a Thanksgiving table! This course includes bisque firing and staining of finished pieces. Instructor: Nancy Tamasi.

HAND-BLOWN GLASS ORNAMENTSSESSION A: NOV. 21, 11am–4pm

SESSION B: DEC. 12, 11am–4pm


No glassblowing experience needed! Learn the old world craft of using Glaskolben tubes and a torch to make hand-blown glass ornaments. In this fun and easy class, create 10 glass ornaments perfect for decorations or holiday gifts. Bring a shoebox and packing materials (tissue paper, bubble wrap, etc.) to transport your ornaments home. All other materials provided at workshop. Instructor: Leanne Purkis.

STUDIO WORKSHOPSRegister online or call (609) 586-0616 x243

COLLAGE/MIXED MEDIA WITHARTS COUNCIL OF PRINCETON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 10am–1pm

$60 MEMBERS OF ACP OR GFS; $85 NON-MEMBER

This one-day collage/mixed media workshop is playful and informative for both the novice and experienced student. Working in abstract format, and inspired by the GFS exhibition of Disruption, the workshop begins with a demonstration on the use of collage materials, glues, and glazes. Layering and adding acrylic paints to the paper adds more dimension. Participants are asked to consider such compositional elements as texture, tone, line, and color as they create something lovely and harmonious. They’ll then be encouraged to alter the work around the theme of disruption by adding “opposite” components such as unlikely colors and bold “disruptive” lines. Critiques will be offered during different process stages. Students will complete at least one piece by the end of the workshop. Bring as many kinds of old and new papers as you can find, Mod Podge glue, 2 or 3 canvas boards or mixed media paper to use for a background, some acrylic paints and brushes, and any other media that interests you. Registration is exclusively through the Arts Council of Princeton. Visit classes at artscouncilofprinceton.org or call (609) 924-8777.


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WOODBLOCK PRINTMAKINGSATURDAY, JANUARY 30, 10am–5pm


Like sculpture, woodblock printmaking is a hands-on technique that can be explored by artists of all levels. Students walk outdoors to gain inspiration from the natural setting of GFS (come dressed for a quick winter stroll!), then return to the studio to create a line drawing on wood. The negative space of the image is carved away to produce a bold, linear design ready to be printed. Participants will produce three 8x10 woodblock prints using “shina” plywood imported from Japan and transfer their designs onto high-quality Japanese paper. Creating the composition on wood, carving techniques, use and care of tools, types of paper, and use of non-toxic woodblock inks are skills covered during the duration of the class. You’ll be amazed at what you can create in just one day! Instructor: Kathleen Metaxas

MIMOSA AND A MASTERPIECEFRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 11am–1pm


Are you more creative in the morning? Grab a friend and meet fellow art enthusiasts at an unforgettable workshop packed with fun and creativity! In this step-by-step, brushstroke-by-brushstroke workshop, explore the fundamentals of painting to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece! Enjoy a mimosa then unleash your inner Picasso. Workshop includes all art materials needed to create a one-of-a-kind painting, and your first mimosa. Instructor: April Zay.

PAIR OF PAINTINGSSATURDAY, FEB. 13, 2–4pm

$90 PER COUPLE MEMBERS; $110 PER COUPLE NON-MEMBERS

The perfect Valentine’s Day Weekend event! Uncork your creative side with your sweetie and enjoy a romantic afternoon sipping wine and painting to your hearts content! In this step-by-step workshop, couples explore the fundamentals of painting to create two paintings that come together forming one overall design. No experience necessary; participants bring home a shared masterpiece and newfound talent they’ll want to explore! Workshop cost is per couple, and includes all art materials needed for two participants and one glass of wine per student. Instructor: April Zay.

FELTED SCULPTURE WITH THE ARTS COUNCIL OF PRINCETONSATURDAY, MARCH 12, 10am–3pm

What is the process of felting a sculpture? A rectangular piece of plastic is enclosed in many layers of wool. After wetting it with warm, soapy water, it is massaged and rubbed for 15-20 minutes on both sides to entangle the fibers. Plastic is then removed so these soft felted pieces can shrink through even more vigorous agitation. By choosing a different location to cut into the felt, participants will determine the sculptural outcome of their particular finished 3D artwork. Explore how felt can be shaped - almost like clay - into visually intriguing fiber art. Registration is exclusively through the Arts Council of Princeton. Visit classes at artscouncilofprinceton.org or call (609) 924-8777. $65 Member of ACP or GFS; $90 Non-Member. Additional $20 materials fee payable to instructor for 4 pieces (additional pieces available at $5 unit cost). Please bring 3 dozen small (3/4 inch) binder clips, about 20 plastic shopping bags (recycled is fine) and 2 old towels to the workshop.

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NATURE’S ART PHOTOGRAPHYWEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 10:30am–4pm RAIN DATE: WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 10:30am–4pm


Imagine walking through a museum and not seeing works inspired by trees, mountains, streams, sunrises or sunsets: these are all nature’s art. Spend the afternoon with us for a discussion on “The Great American Landscape–Nature’s Art.” Following this presentation on landscape photography, you’ll be encouraged to view the natural world with fresh eyes and test new skills while photographing the stunning landscape of GFS. A digital point and shoot camera or digital SLR camera is required. For more info, visit visionsworkshops.net. Instructor: Michael S. Miller.

WINTER PHOTOWALKWEDNESDAY, JAN. 13, 12–3pm SNOW DATE: WEDS. JANUARY 20, 12–3pm


Photowalking is the act of walking with a camera for the purpose of capturing interesting images. Join us for a class wandering the 42-acres of inspirational landscape and sculptures of GFS. Practice and improve your photography skills as the instructor guides you through a journey of creative exploration while working on composition, perspective, and externalizing the mind’s eye. This photowalk takes place outdoors so please dress appropriately for the weather conditions. Rain or shine–in case of extreme weather, students will photowalk our indoor galleries. A digital point and shoot camera or digital SLR camera is required. For more info, please visit visionsworkshops.net. Instructor: Michael S. Miller.

I ATE THE PROPS! “FOODIE” PHOTOGRAPHYWEDNESDAY, MARCH 2, 5–8pm


Have you ever seen a mouth-watering photograph on a food blog and thought “I wish I could eat that?” Now you can! Join this workshop for a fun take on happy hour, as you explore the art of food styling photography using artistic and delicious appetizers and cocktails from Rat’s Restaurant as your subject. You’ll learn about lighting, styling, composing, and photographing the food, AND get to eat and drink exact doubles of your props at the end of class! Experiment with shooting several different setups, and enjoy complimentary snacks from Rat’s Restaurant as part of the experience. Perfect for foodies who like sharing on social media! BYOC - Bring Your Own Camera–even newer generation cell phone cameras can create quality images. Tripods and other camera accessories are optional. Instructor: Nancy Ori.

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TOTS ON TOUR! SATURDAYS, OCTOBER 17, NOVEMBER 14, DECEMBER 19, 2015 AT 11am AND 1pm SATURDAYS, JANUARY 9, FEBRUARY 27, MARCH 5, APRIL 2, 2016 AT 11am AND 1pm

Listen to a story, become GFS Park Explorers, and make art in hands-on workshops designed for 3-5 year olds. Lesson and theme changes monthly. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited; first-come, first-serve. Meets in the Welcome Center. Rain or shine! Free with park admission. Advance registration not required. Instructor: Joslyn Johnson.

YOUNG ARTIST WORKSHOPS: HOLIDAY STYLE! SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12, 1–2:30pm

$12 MEMBERS; $18 NON-MEMBERS. MATERIALS FEE IS PER SESSION, PER CHILD

Calling all creative kids! Join us for fun-filled 90-minute hands-on children’s workshops where kids can make art inspired by the holiday season. Finished projects make great gifts! Students who pre-register will receive free admission to GFS the day of the workshop (a $10 value!). These classes fill up fast, so register today! Registration required.

FUN & FESTIVE FABRIC WREATHS (AGES 6-9)

Make an upcycled wreath that will last for years! Each artist starts with a blank form, which artists wrap with fun fabric pieces of their choice. Other festive embellishments can be added to create sparkle and cheer! Instructor: Libby Ramage

TERRARIUM ORNAMENTS (AGES 10 & UP)

Roll up your sleeves for a unique workshop blending gardening and art! Inside a clear glass ornament, young artists create a living environment complete with soil, moss and plants. Each artist makes three ornaments, complete with tags for holiday gifting! Instructor: Margareta Warlick

DERBY CAR DESIGN SESSION A: MARCH 5 & 12, 10am–3pm

SESSION B: APRIL 2 & 3, 10am–3pm


On your mark, get set, CREATE! Take part in this two-part hands-on class to design and decorate your own derby car. We’ll provide the supplies, tools, and instruction; you provide the creativity and imagination! Participants learn how to engineer a faster race car using traditional hand-building techniques. Come back and put the pedal to the metal at the first ever GFS Speedway Challenge on Sunday, May 15 [see page 21 for more info!]. Recommended for children ages 8 and older–kids-at-heart welcome! (Participants age 15 or younger require an adult companion). Pre-registration required.

3D-PRINTED DERBY CAR DESIGN SATURDAYS, APRIL 9, 16, AND 23, 10am–3pm (2ND AND 3RD WEEK, CLASS ENDS AT 1pm)$160 MEMBERS; $180 NON-MEMBERS

Use the latest 3D printing technology to create the ultimate derby car! Design your own derby car, which will be 3D-printed for you. Participants learn tips and tricks on how to engineer a faster race car using this new technology. Come back and put the pedal to the metal at the first ever GFS Speedway Challenge on Sunday, May 15 [see page 21 for more info!]. Recommended for teens aged 16 and up–kids-at-heart welcome! Pre-registration required.

STORYTIME IN THE GALLERIESJan. 6, Feb. 3, and March 2, 11am & 1pmSee page 25 for more info.

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Robert Murray, Hillary (detail), 1993, painted aluminum, 68 x 184 x 256 inches, Grounds For Sculpture, Gift of The Seward Johnson Atelier, Inc., photo by Marisa Rebecca for dmhphotographer.comRegister online or call (609) 586-0616 x243

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THE OUTLET DANCE PROJECT RETURNSTO GFS!

Now in its 11th year, The Outlet Dance Project is one of New Jersey’s most popular dance festivals. Join us for this dynamic and magical journey through GFS and experience dance and the garden in a whole new way! For more information, visit theoutletdanceproject.com.

DANCE ON FILM FESTIVALTHURSDAY, OCTOBER 1, 7pm

ALL TICKETS: $15

Experience an evening of films by women choreographers and filmmakers that exemplify exquisite talent and creative expression in this dynamic art form while connecting to sculpture, architecture, and site- specificity. Thescreening will be followed by a brief Q & A with the filmmakers and choreographers. Park admission day of film festival included with Advance Purchase (closes 9/30).

DAY OF DANCESATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2pm


This family friendly event provides women choreographers of all dance genres an opportunity to share their artistic vision through stage performance, and site-specific dance. The festival is committed to collaboration, community building, interdisciplinary experimentation, and the exploration of the audience/performer relationship. Featuring indoor and outdoor performances, it’s a wonderful way to encounter both the indoor and outdoor beauty of GFS!

GUILD FOR EARLY MUSICSUN., OCT. 18, 12:30–5:30pm


Join us for the 11th annual Guild for Early Music Festival and experience Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque music played and sung by numerous regional performance groups within two indoor galleries simultaneously. Beginning with a prelude concert by members of The Princeton Girlchoir and announced by hosts of WWFM - The Classical Network, enjoy this unique blend of classic musical genres among the contemporary artwork of GFS with strolling musicians and a “petting zoo” of historical instruments! Special sculpture tours on this year’s theme, Ebb and Flow, will be offered in the afternoon.

PAINTED HANDBAGS WITH CAROL S. MILLERSATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2–4pm

In the museum shop, come meet Carol S. Miller, owner of Carol S. Miller Unique and Distinctive Handbags and watch in person as she paints her one-of-a-kind creations. With special acrylic paints, she can customize your purchase guaranteed not to chip, fade or rub off! Carol’s bags are carried by supermodel Iman, actress Jada Pinkett Smith, and comedian Chelsea Handler. A great opportunity to pick up something special for yourself or a friend!

Roy Wilson, Resting Place, 1990, painted steel, 156 x 312 x 96 inches, Grounds For Sculpture Gift of Thee Seward Johnson Atelier, Inc, Photo by Matthew J. Wright of Figtree Photography

Carlos Dorrien, The Nine Muses, 1990-97 granite; 132 x 240 x 360 inches. Grounds For Sculpture, Gift of The Seward Johnson Atelier, Inc. Photo by John Robson


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SCRATCH MOLD WORKSHOP AND IRON POURSATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7

Gain a new appreciation for iron artwork by participating in a workshop and witnessing an iron pour led by artists from the AbOminOg Intl. Arts Collective based in Trenton. This collective holds demonstrations and workshops that are a unique and important avenue to teach, enable, and empower participants through this fiery craft.

SCRATCH MOLD WORKSHOPSESSION A: 10am–11:30am

SESSION B: 12-1:30pm


Create your own iron artwork! Learn an intuitive process suitable for beginners and students of any skill level. Students will scratch unique designs into a 5 x 5 inch square sand mold, to be used to create a plaque or medallion. Each mold will then be cast with molten iron during the afternoon’s demonstration; completed pieces can be picked up at a later date, or for students willing to wait until the end of the pour, pieces can be brought home. The workshop cost includes park admission the day of the event, all materials needed for the workshop, and the casting of your piece in iron. Rain or shine. Advance registration required for the mold workshop.

IRON POUR2-6pm


Get the fire started! Watch experienced metal artists heat iron using a portable furnace until it becomes white hot. On this one day, more than 500 pounds of iron is poured into molds made during the morning Scratch Mold workshops. An iron pour is a one-of-a-kind event, with fantastic flames, sparks, and excitement. Rain date for pour only is Sunday, November 8.

HELLO HOLIDAYS!SAT., DEC. 5, 1–5:30pm


Kick off your holiday season with this fun and festive day of activities! In our Family Drop-in Workshops, make vintage-inspired ornaments in our Up-cycled Ornaments workshop or use wax crayons to create a vibrant tea light to make the season sparkle in our Fun Flickering Flames workshop. Close out the day with a unique rendition of A Christmas Carol perfect for families! Adapted from Charles Dickens’ holiday ghost story, this staged radio drama, presented by Raconteur Radio, is complete with period costumes, theatrical lighting, vintage commercials, Victorian Carols, Golden Age radio equipment, and extensive sound effects! Photo by David Howarth

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NEW!! THE GFS GIFT OF CREATIVITY DRIVEDONATIONS CAN BE MADE AT THE GFS MUSEUM SHOP STARTING TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6

If you believe that every child deserves access to the arts, please consider helping this season. Stop by our Museum Shop or visit our website to donate to our Gift of Creativity drive. Your tax deductible donation of $55 will give one child in need the opportunity to enjoy a magical day at GFS during our Hello Holidays celebration. Their day will include park admission, participation in a hands-on art workshop, a performance, lunch, and an artist kit to bring home as a gift. Recipients this season are children attending programs at two family service agencies in Trenton: MillHill Child & Family Development Center and UIH Family Partners Operation Fatherhood Program. Help us share the joy and wonder that art-making brings. Visit our website after September 20th for more information.

ICE SCULPTURE DEMONSTRATIONSSUNDAY, JANUARY 10, 2pm


Let the chips fall where they may as these master carvers turn huge blocks of ice into art! Using power saws, chisels, brawn, grit, and our current exhibition season as inspiration, this talented group of artists will amaze you with what and how they create!

FULL S.T.E.A.M. AHEAD!SATURDAY, FEB. 20, 12-4pm SNOW DATE: FEBRUARY 21FREE WITH PARK ADMISSION

Everyone’s talking about it–S.T.E.A.M. is hot! At this exciting NEW GFS event, explore the S.T.E.M. disciplines–Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math–and learn how Art connects the dots to create S.T.E.A.M. Discover how art fosters creativity and innovation in these fields through unique workshops, tours, presentations, and a featured interactive performance installation by Philadelphia-based group, Data Garden. Free with park admission and fun for all ages! For more info on this event, please check our website after December 1st.

ARTISTS IN ACTIONSATURDAY, MARCH 19, 11am–4pm FREE WITH PARK ADMISSION

Rain or shine! GFS is home to many outstanding artists, and Artists in Action is your chance to see just what we mean. Kick off the spring season as our GFS artists open their studios to you. Watch them work. View their latest efforts. Ask questions. Do it all to music performed by local artists. Plus, new this year—we’re featuring a demonstration by Combat Paper NJ, an art project developed for Veterans which transforms military uniforms into handmade paper to create a medium for veterans to share their stories. And we’ll have a visit from The Sketchbook Project’s Mobile Library, featuring a selection of 4,500 community-sourced sketch books, on tour from the permanent collection of over 35,000, headquartered at the Brooklyn Art Library in New York. For more info on this event and our featured guests, please visit our website.

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CELEBRATE EARTH DAY!SATURDAY, APRIL 23

Rain or shine! Visit our meticulously landscaped campus in honor of Earth Day! With 42-acres featuring rare trees, exotic and native plants, and beautiful flowers, GFS is the perfect place to celebrate. Take part in special events inspired by the landscape and put yourself in nature!

PAINT OUT PRINCETON, ON LOCATION AT GFS

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!!! Please pre-register by emailing [email protected]. Pre - re g i s t rat i o n d e a d l i n e i s April 20 by 5pm. Includes admission to GFS for the artist!

ART AL FRESCO!

Join us for Princeton Arts Council’s continuing Paint Out Princeton program at Grounds For Sculpture, where the beautiful landscape is a plein air painter’s paradise! The 42 magnificent acres are enhanced by unique and rare tree specimens, in addition to a variety of plantings from stunning Maitland roses to larger-than-life lotus plants. Scattered throughout the landscape are more than 270 contemporary sculptures from both world-renowned and local artists. The interplay of art and nature is at its best at Grounds For Sculpture! The setting is certain to provide painterly inspiration in spring!

SAVE THE DATE FOR THE GFS SPEEDWAY CHALLENGE! SUNDAY, MAY 15

Honoring the history of our site as the former New Jersey State Fairgrounds, GFS revives the tradition of auto racing in the NEW GFS Speedway Challenge as part of our annual Day at the Fair event on May 15, 2016! This race will be in miniature form, featuring handmade artistic derby cars that you design and build (see page 17 for more info)! Kits featuring basic parts for creating the car as well as a few simple guidelines will be available for purchase in the GFS Museum Shop starting on Saturday, February 20, 2016. Fun for kids or kids-at-heart of all ages!

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“FILM FOR THOUGHT” SERIESFREE WITH PARK ADMISSION

Matinee day at GFS! Our film series returns in 2016, featuring unique and specially curated selections as a compliment to the Disruption exhibition. Held indoors, the 3-installment series of documentary film offers a thought-provoking look at notorious street art, creative advertising, and the environmental landscape. Following the film, share your thoughts during a casual discussion lead by experts in the field! Seating is limited for these intimate special engagements. We highly recommend reserving your seat in advance. This can be done online or by phone (609-586-0616, x243).

EXIT THROUGH THE GIFT SHOPSUNDAY, JANUARY 17, 3pm

SNOW DATE: JANUARY 24

Exit Through the Gift Shop marks the feature-film debut of notorious street artist Banksy. It’s the story of how an eccentric French shop keeper and amateur film maker attempted to locate and befriend Banksy, only to have the artist turn the camera back on its owner. The film contains footage of Banksy, Shepard Fairey, Invader, and many of the world’s most infamous graffiti artists at work. Please note: This film is Rated R for some language. Runtime: 87 mins.

ART & COPYSUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 3pm

SNOW DATE: FEBRUARY 14

ART & COPY is a powerful film about advertising and inspiration. It reveals the work and wisdom of some of the most influential advertising creatives of our time–people who’ve profoundly impacted our culture yet are virtually unknown outside their industry. Exploding forth from advertising’s “creative revolution” of the 1960s, the film features artists and writers who brought a surprisingly rebellious spirit to their work in a business more often associated with mediocrity or manipulation. They managed to grab the attention of millions and truly move them. Visually interwoven with their stories, TV satellites are launched, billboards are erected, and the social and cultural impacts of these ads are brought to light in this dynamic exploration of art, commerce, and human emotion. Runtime: 89 mins.

MANUFACTURED LANDSCAPESSUNDAY, MARCH 6, 3pm

SNOW DATE: MARCH 13

Manufactured Landscapes is a feature length documentary on the world and work of renowned artist Edward Burtynsky. Burtynsky makes large-scale photographs of “manufactured landscapes”–quarries, recycling yards, factories, mines, dams. He photographs civilization’s materials and debris, but in a way people describe as “stunning” or “beautiful,” and so raises all kinds of questions about ethics and aesthetics without trying to easily answer them. Runtime: 86 mins.

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A BOHEME OPERA CHRISTMAS CARD PRESENTED BY BOHEME OPERA NJFRIDAY, DECEMBER 4, 7pm

FREE WITH PARK ADMISSION; $6 AFTER 6pm—ONE NIGHT ONLY!

Join us for a collection of Christmas songs to kick off the holiday season. Yuletide favorites and standards will put a smile on your face as Boheme Opera brings an evening of fun to all ages. The traditional sounds of the season will be presented by three talented Boheme singers during this 4th Annual Holiday Presentation at GFS.

DING, DONG, MERRILY ON HIGHPRESENTED BY THE NJ CHAMBER SINGERSFRIDAY, DECEMBER 11, 7pm

MEMBERS $17; NON-MEMBERS $20;STUDENTS 17 YEARS AND YOUNGER $10

Join us for a special evening featuring choir and hand bells! New Jersey Chamber Singers are joined by the Philadelphia Hand Bell Ensemble to present an unforgettable evening of imaginative arrangements and familiar standards. Collaboration between ensembles of this caliber is few and far between, so do not miss your chance to experience this dazzling display of hand bells while hearing the warm choral sounds of the season. Advance ticket purchase includes park admission. Advance purchase closes 12/10.

SOUTHSIDE JOHNNY AND THE POOR FOOLSFRIDAY, APRIL 8, 8pm

$30 FOR MEMBERS;$35 NON-MEMBERS

For more than 35 years, Southside Johnny (a.k.a. John Lyon) has delivered a soul-searing brand of raucous blues and R&B that has made him and his Jukes a seminal force as all-American rock n’ roll song-slingers. This show features original gems as well as what Johnny calls “those seldom-played and maybe even forgotten rock covers” in an intimate, acoustically-minded live stage throw down. Johnny, an ebullient singer, will share front man duties as well as “getting everyone out of their comfort zone” by switching up singing, instrumentation, and percussion roles among fellow Fools, and even strapping on a guitar himself, for the first time in decades. Advance ticket purchase includes park admission and close 4/7.

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GFS BOOK CLUBSUNDAYS, JANUARY 10, FEBRUARY 14, AND MARCH 13, 1pm

$5 PER SESSION; INCLUDES PARK ADMISSION DAY OF EVENT AND LIGHT REFRESHMENTS

Nothing says warmth in winter more than curling up with a good book! Join the GFS Book Club to meet fellow book lovers and discover, discuss, and debate some truly great reads! Led by Jackie Kulesa, a librarian in Old Bridge and a passionate lover of books, art, and lively discourse, each selection we read highlights a different facet of art. All titles are available at local libraries and bookstores; you will need to bring your own copy.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 10: I AM HAVING SO MUCH FUN HERE WITHOUT YOU BY COURTNEY MAUMIs it possible to fall back in love with someone? Unfaithful husband and artist Richard is determined to regain both his wife and his creative spirit, proving he can still be the man she loved.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14: LISETTE’S LIST BY SUSAN VREELANDIn 1937, young Lisette and her husband move to a small village in France to take care of his ailing grandfather, Pascal, who opens Lisette’s eyes to the true value of art. But with the breakout of war, she must set out to find his hidden paintings and uncover a strength she didn’t know she possessed.

SUNDAY, MARCH 13: THE SWAN THIEVES BY ELIZABETH COSTOVAPsychiatrist Andrew Marlowe takes on the case of a gifted artist who tried to slash a painting at the National Gallery of Art. Marlowe’s desire to help his client leads him not only into the mind of the artist, but to a 19th century mystery of romance and impressionist art.

JOYCE CAROL OATES: THE MYSTERY OF CREATIVITY

Thursday, October 15, 7-9pm Join us for a very special engagement with author and poet, Joyce Carol Oates. See page 7 for more info.

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STORYTIME IN THE GALLERIESWEDNESDAYS, JAN. 6, FEB. 3, AND MARCH 2, 10:30am FREE WITH PARK ADMISSION;NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Bring the kids for treasured tales and a hands-on art project inspired by this season’s exhibitions. Story and art project change monthly. Recommended for kids age 2 and up and an adult companion. Space is limited; first come, first-serve and takes place in the Museum Building.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 6This month’s story is The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt and illustrated by Oliver Jeffers. This tale tells of a young boy who comes to find that his crayons have had enough! They quit! Kids imagine their own humorous conversations with crayons as the story is read aloud. After sharing laughs, children participate in a creative art project inspired by our current exhibition.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 3Have you ever wondered what robots are made of? Find out this month as we read Heather Brown’s The Robot Book! The richly interactive and rhyming text includes a subtle message even the youngest reader will understand: it’s what’s on the inside that really counts. After finding out what makes a robot tick, children participate in a creative art project inspired by our current exhibition.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2A spill doesn’t ruin a drawing when it becomes something new and exciting! Join us as we read Beautiful Oops! by Barney Saltzberg and learn that it’s okay to make mistakes. After being inspired by all the pop-ups, tears, smudges, holes, bends, and lift-the-flaps this interactive story has to offer, children will participate in a creative art project inspired by our current exhibition.

FAMILY DROP-IN: LANDSCAPE-INSPIRED POETRY PRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE ARTS COUNCIL OF PRINCETONSATURDAY, APRIL 23, 1–3pm


Celebrate Earth Day with poetry! Create poems inspired by Mother Nature and the beautiful landscape surrounding you. We’ll begin with a brief demo by poet Colby Cedar Smith as she creates a poem and talks through her process. Then, tour the grounds with your family and work together to create your own poems. As you tour, you will happen upon prompt words hung from tree limbs and other supports that you can choose to incorporate or interpret in your own creation. Participants will quite literally be walking through an inspirational landscape of words. Watercolor pencils will be provided so you can illustrate the borders of your poems. Completed poems will be on a clothespin display in the park for visitors to enjoy. Drop-in between 1 and 3pm.

COMING SPRING 2016: THE BIG READ COMES TO HAMILTON!

GFS was selected as recipient of a 2016 NEA-sponsored Big Read award. In partnership with the Hamilton Public Library, we are hosting a month-long community-wide literature and arts celebration of the book Into the Beautiful North by Luís Alberto Urrea. Check neabigread.org, groundsforsculpture.org, or hamiltonnjpl.org for more information on exciting events happening in our community around this book, and join us in connecting communities through reading.


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COOKING CLASSES WITH THE RAT’S CULINARY TEAM–A GREAT HOLIDAY GIFT!

Class sessions are offered on Monday and Tuesday evenings beginning at 6pm. Students must select the Monday or Tuesday track. Tuition for each four-week session is $350 per student, must be pre-paid, and is non-refundable. Class size is limited to 14 students per session. Registration fills up quickly. If you are interested in participating, please call 609-584-7800 to reserve your space now.

THE CUISINE OF ITALYSESSION ONE (MONDAYS):JANUARY 4, 11, 18, AND 25TH

SESSION TWO (TUESDAYS):JANUARY 5, 12, 19, AND 26TH

Join Rat’s Culinary Team headed by Executive Chef Scott Swiderski, formally of the iconic Buddakan, for the sixth season of cooking classes at Rat’s Restaurant. This year the culinary team will teach you how to prepare dishes from the great regions of Italy. In addition, Rat’s own wine expert Alan Hallmark will present wine and beverage pairings to help you select the perfect complement to your meal.

LATIN AMERICAN CUISINESESSION ONE (MONDAYS):FEBRUARY 1, 8, 15, 22ND

SESSION TWO (TUESDAYS):FEBRUARY 2, 9, 16, 23RD

Latin America is a highly diverse area with varied cuisines from nation to nation, all influenced by cultures from around the world. This four-week course will have an emphasis on the spices, exotic ingredients, and interesting cooking techniques from Central and South America and the Caribbean. In addition, Rat’s own wine expert, Alan Hallmark, will present South American wine and beverage pairings to help you select the perfect wine or cocktail for your dinner.

TEA TIME AT THEPEACOCK CAFÉ

RAT’S RESTAURANTPlease visit ratsrestaurant.com for Rat’s hours in January and February 2015.

This season, we bring you three opportunities to join us for tea at the Peacock Café, with tidy little changes to each menu to reflect the occasion. No matter which event you attend, you’ll savor your own little pot of tea and a delicious selection of scones, finger sandwiches, and other special delights! First, we kick off the holiday season with a special Winter Tea. Then, it’s a cuppa with sweetie during our Valentine’s Tea. Our final tea of the season is an Easter Tea, to welcome glorious spring. Please note that space is quite limited for these engagements and reservations are required. Park admission must be paid separately. To reserve, please call (609) 890-6015.

VALENTINE’S DAY TEASATURDAY, FEB. 13, 4–6pm

EASTER TEASAT., MARCH 26, 4–6pm

WINTER TEASATURDAY, DEC. 5, 4–6pm

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VINEYARD DINNERFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 6pm

PRESENTING THE WINES FROMFERRARI-CARANO VINEYARDS AND WINERY

Join us as we celebrate the end of summer with this vineyard-style dinner. Dine under the stars and in the open space of the beautiful Grounds For Sculpture as Rat’s culinary team prepares a true vineyard dinner paired with wines from Ferrari-Carano, the preeminent producer of exceptional Sonoma wines. Seating for this dinner will be communal. For information, pricing and reservations please call (609) 584-7800.

ITALIAN WINE DINNERTHURSDAY, OCT. 15, 6pm

FEATURING MARCHESI DE FRESCOBALDI WINES OF TUSCANY

Come celebrate 700 years of impeccable wine-making with the Frescobaldi family and the memorable cuisine created by Executive Chef Scott Swiderski and Chef de Cuisine Dave Perini as they let loose their inner “Mario Batali” for an all-out Italian feast of deliciously epic proportions. For information, pricing and reservations please call (609) 584-7800.

COMEDY NIGHT FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 8:30pm

ADVANCE TICKETS (BY OCTOBER 8) $25; $30 AT THE DOOR

Local comic celebrity Helene Angley visits for another night of raucous laughs! With a talented line up of well-seasoned comics who have shined on television and on stages throughout the tri-state area, this is a night of fun for adults only (21+). Seating is limited and these shows sell out. Dine à la carte at Rat’s prior to the show and receive 15% off your food bill (beverages not included). Advanced purchase tickets are non-refundable. For reservations please call (609) 584-7800.

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HAUNTED CLUB RAT’SFRIDAY, OCTOBER 30, 10pm

Calling all ghosts, goblins, witches, bats, zombies, and rats! Drink bloodlust cocktails and witches brew and dance until the wolves howl. No cover if you wear a costume—otherwise we take a finger and $20 at the door. Best costumes get out alive with a $100 gift card to Rat’s.

NOVEMBERTASTE OF RATSTUESDAY–THURSDAY IN NOVEMBER

Warm your spirit and feed your soul (and belly) with this tantalizing offer from Rat’s Restaurant. Beginning Tuesday, November 3, join us for a special $39/3-course dinner and a selection of half-priced wines. For reservations please call (609) 584-7800.

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WHITE TRUFFLE DINNERTHURSDAY, DEC. 3, 6pm

Rare and exotic, the white truffle from Alba, Italy is highly prized and sought after. We searched the markets for this luxurious ingredient and Chef Scott Swiderski will wow you with his preparation of a four-course tasting menu featuring this culinary gem. Rat’s wine guru will pair wines from the Piedmont region of Italy to compliment this extravagant event. For information, pricing, and reservations please call (609) 584-7800.

NEW YEAR’S EVETHURSDAY, DECEMBER 31

Fling out the old year and ring in the new with delicious food and wonderful company at Rat’s Restaurant. Dine à la carte or indulge in a special five-course tasting menu created by the Rat’s culinary team. Then welcome the New Year with a dance party in the Pavilion complete with a midnight champagne toast! Reservations required for this exclusive evening and can be made by call ing (609) 584-7800.

WINTER HAPPY HOURWITH COMPLIMENTARY HAPPY HOUR DISPLAYFRIDAYS, JAN. 15 - FEB. 26

Join us Fridays from 4pm until 7pm 1/15-2/26 and enjoy small plates from our complimentary Happy Hour Display with the purchase of a cocktail, beer, or wine.

NEW YEAR’S DAY BRUNCH IN RAT’S KITCHENFRIDAY JANUARY 1, 11am–3pm

$49 FOR ADULTS PLUS TAX AND SERVICE,$18 FOR CHILDREN AGES 5-12, UNDER 5 NO CHARGE

Start your year by treating yourself to the famous Rat’s brunch buffet presented in the kitchen, featuring decadent hot breakfast and lunch favorites, perfectly composed salads, house-made charcuterie, the freshest iced seafood, plus carving and omelet stations. Please call Rat’s Restaurant at (609) 584-7800 for reservations.

WINE & YOGA NIGHT TUESDAYS, JANUARY 5, 12, 19, AND 26, 6–8pm

CLASSES ARE $35 EACH AND INCLUDE WINE; 10% DISCOUNT ON A FOUR-PACK OF CLASSES

Join us for four fun evenings of yoga and wine. Stretch, laugh, and inspire your way into a relaxed state, then top it off with wine! Our sommelier will take care of the vino while you let the stress fall away. All levels, especially beginners, are welcome. Bring your own mat. Instructor: Lindsey Coolidge. Please call Rat’s Restaurant at (609) 584-7800 for reservations.

THANKSGIVING DINNERTHURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28, SEATING AT 12pm & 2:30pm

We at GFS and Rat’s Restaurant have a lot to be thankful for, and we invite you to share that warmth by having your Thanksgiving dinner here! Bring the whole family or enjoy a quiet afternoon with a special loved one as you feast on a traditional sumptuous meal prepared by the Rat’s culinary team from the harvest of regional growers and farms. For pricing information or to make a reservation, please call (609) 584-7800.

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“BURGER” & BEER DINNERTHURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 6pm

Because it’s Rat’s, this is not your ordinary burger night. Join us as the Rat’s culinary team prepares a five-course “burger” and craft beer pairing menu. What a perfect way to spend a chilly January night tasting one of a kind “burgers” and sipping craft beers. For information, pricing, and reservations please call (609) 584-7800.

SUNDAY SUPPER IN RAT’S KITCHENSUNDAY, JANUARY 31, 2–8pm

$49 FOR ADULTS; $18 CHILDREN 5-12; CHILDREN 4 AND UNDER NO CHARGE

The super bowl is next Sunday, so why not come to Rat’s and enjoy a classic Sunday supper presented in Rat’s beautiful Kitchen. Stroll through the expansive kitchen and watch the Rat’s culinary team prepare rotisserie chicken, fresh pasta with Sunday gravy, carved roast sirloin, chilled seafood and all the classic side dishes and salads and desserts.

WINTER HAPPY HOUR WITH COMPLIMENTARY HAPPY HOUR DISPLAYFRIDAYS, JAN. 15 - FEB. 26

Join us Fridays from 4pm until 7pm January 15 through February 26 and enjoy small plates from our complimentary Happy Hour Display with the purchase of a cocktail, beer, or wine.

VALENTINE’S WEEKEND DINNERSATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13 AND SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14

Bring your sweetheart to one of NJ’s most romantic restaurants, Rat’s, and enjoy a sumptuous tasting menu paired with a selection of wines. Or choose from a special Valentine’s Weekend drink menu featuring hand-crafted cocktails, Champagne, and sparkling wines from around the world. Rats will also offer its seasonally inspired à la carte dinner menu Saturday and Sunday evening. For reservations call (609) 584-7800.

BREAKFAST FOR DINNERFRIDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 6pm

There aren’t many things more romantic than enjoying a lazy breakfast morning with your special someone. Extend your Valentine’s Celebration at Rat’s as we present “Breakfast for Dinner.” Commemorate the holiday with a less traditional version of a wonderful dining experience. Enjoy a five-course tasting menu featuring our “twist” on breakfast favorites. Our mixologist will pair sparkling wines and cocktails to make you feel like lounging under the covers all evening. For information, pricing, and reservations please call (609) 584-7800.

CLUB RAT’SSATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 10pm - 2am

Calling all party people! Club Rat’s, our one-night-only Pop-Up Club, opens its doors for dancing and cocktails in the lounge and pavilion. Dance to the nonstop beats of our DJ and enjoy cocktail and drink specials ‘til 2am.

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Warm your spirit and feed your soul (and belly) with this tantalizing offer from Rat’s Restaurant. Beginning Thursday March 3, join us for a special $39/3-course dinner and a selection of half-priced wines. For reservations please call (609) 584-7800.

COMEDY NIGHTFRIDAY, MARCH 11, 8:30pm

$25 IF PURCHASED BY MARCH 6OR $30 AT THE DOOR–LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE. Local comic celebrity Helene Angley returns for another night of raucous laughs! With a talented line up of well-seasoned comics who have shined on stages throughout the tri-state area and television, this is a night of fun for adults only (21+). Dine à la carte at Rat’s prior to the show and receive 20% off the food portion of your dinner. Advanced purchases of tickets are non-refundable. For information, pricing and reservations please call (609) 584-7800.

STREET FOODS OFASIA DINNERTHURSDAY, MARCH 17, 6pm

Asian street foods are often viewed as exotic and mysterious. Join us for a five-course tasting event inspired by specialties ranging from India to Korea. Similarly far-reaching wines and beers will be paired to enhance each course. For information, pricing and reservations please call 609-584-7800.

EASTER BRUNCH IN RAT’S KITCHENSUNDAY, MARCH 27, 11am–5pm

$59 FOR ADULTS PLUS TAX AND SERVICE;$22 FOR CHILDREN AGES 5-12;CHILDREN 4 AND UNDER NO CHARGE

Celebrate spring in royal fashion at the event that is always a guest favorite! Explore Rat’s beautiful kitchen and savor perfectly composed salads, breads and house-made charcuterie, fresh iced seafood, breakfast and lunch entrées, carving and omelet stations, and scrumptious desserts! Please call Rat’s Restaurant at (609) 584-7800 for reservations.

CUISINE OF PERU, WINES OF SOUTH AMERICATHURSDAY, APRIL 14, 6pm

Peruvian cuisine is a reflection of influences from indigenous Inca populations and cuisines carried with immigrants from Europe (Spanish cuisine, Italian cuisine, German cuisine), Asia (Chinese cuisine and Japanese cuisine) and West Africa. Without the familiar ingredients from their home countries, immigrants modified their traditional cuisines by using ingredients available in Peru, making Peruvian Cuisine a melting pot of flavors. We celebrate this fascinating cuisine with a seasonally inspired five-course tasting menu paired with the great wine of South America. For information, pricing and reservations please call (609) 584-7800.

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SING-A-LONG WITH SEWARD JOHNSONTHURSDAYS(EXCEPT OTHERWISE NOTED)

Hello, Dolly! Gather around the piano at Rat’s Restaurant’s happy hour for a nostalgic night of song and drink with sculptor and GFS Founder, Seward Johnson. Choose a song from our songbook and join in the fun as we sing favorites from the likes of Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein II, Cole Porter, and more.

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If you love Grounds For Sculpture, there are lots of ways to get involved. As a not-for-profit organization, each of these ways is incredibly important to our sustainability.

CONNECT WITH US

JOIN: Our members receive special discounts on everything from shopping and dining to classes and more, exclusive invitations to exhibition openings, and free admission to the park year-round…just for starters. To become a GFS member or for more information about the many benefits of membership, contact our Membership Manager at (609) 586-0616 ext. 234. We offer corporate memberships too!

VOLUNTEER: Our volunteer program is an enriching and fun way to spend free time. We cherish—and rely on—the invaluable time our volunteers contribute. To volunteer at GFS or for more information about how you can donate your time, contact our Manager of Volunteer Services at (609) 586-0616, x. 247.

DONATE: GFS is a not-for-profit self-sustaining organization that relies on the generosity of those who believe, as we do, that art belongs in the lives of everyone. Please consider making a tax-deductible gift. Whether you make a one-time donation, provide steady and reliable support through a monthly pledge, or are including GFS in your estate planning, your contribution will help us keep the park thriving for years to come. To make a gift or for more information, contact our Director of Development at (609) 586-0616, x. 233. Corporate sponsorship and memorial opportunities are also available.

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