About this episode
Beverly Schideler shares her 45-year artistic journey and discusses her upcoming weaving classes at the Bower Center for the Arts.
In this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan welcomes Beverly, a local artist and new instructor at the Bower Center for the Arts in Bedford, Virginia. Beverly shares her artistic journey spanning 45 years, from childhood inspiration by Michelangelo and Rodin through sculpture, clay, assemblage, and now fiber art. She discusses her passion for art as healing, working with homeless individuals, recovery programs, and reentry programs. Beverly also introduces her upcoming weaving classes at the Bower Center, emphasizing her intuitive, nature-inspired approach and the therapeutic benefits of the creative process.
People in this episode
Host: Ryan
Guest: Beverly Schideler
Topics covered
- artistic journey
- fiber art
- art as healing
- weaving classes
- nature-inspired art
Keywords
- Beverly Schideler
- Bower Center for the Arts
- fiber art
- weaving classes
- art as healing
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Bower Center for the Arts
Places: Bedford, Virginia
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