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Emerging from the Soviet Union in the 1910s, the Constructivist movement sought to cultivate art as a practice for social purposes. As defined by its creators, Constructivism was the combination of two principles, faktura, the material properties of an object, and tektonika, its spatial presence. This new approach not only ushered in Western compositional theory, but also influenced a range of disciplines including architecture, film, design, and even jewelry. In conjunction with the exhibition Space Light Structure: the Jewelry of Margaret De Patta, MAD presents a series of jewelry workshops that explore both the use of materials and the process of composition. Showcasing the principles seen in De Patta's work, Constructing Aesthetics: Jewelry Workshops in Constructivist Design gives jewelry makers the opportunity to create their own works out of unique materials while learning the foundations of Constructivist design. Semiprecious Stones and Wire Wrapping Saturday, June 16, 2012, 1pm $65 General, $50 MAD Members for tickets Led by artist Max Goodman, this workshop introduces visitors to working with wire wrapping and a variety of semiprecious stones. The class reveals both the scientific nature of the stones and the history of how they have been handled by jewelers and sold, and so provides the student a glimpse into how to work with these exciting materials, and their inherent qualities and roles in society. All materials provided. No previous experience required. Geometry, Overlaps, and Asymmetry in Plastics Saturday, July 21, 2012 , 1pm $65 General, $50 MAD Members for tickets Utilizing acrylic fabrication, casting made with liquid plastic, this workshop teaches participants how to layer colors and found objects to create finished elements that can be strung into a necklace or other wearable wonder. Geometry, Overlaps, and Asymmetry in Plastics explores the color and compositional possibilities of liquid plastics, giving students the opportunity to learn about the aesthetic possibilities of this unique material. All materials provided. No previous experience required. Cloisonné and Sgraffito Compositions in Enameling Saturday, August 18, 2012, 1pm $65 General, $50 MAD Members for tickets Utilizing the techniques of Cloisonné and Sgraffito enameling, artist Max Goodman teaches makers of all levels of experience how to use wire to craft exquisite patterns on enamel. Final results can range from traditional pendants and earrings to whatever novelties students can envision. All materials provided. No previous experience required. Constructing Aesthetics: Jewelry Workshops in Constructivist Design is presented in conjunction with the exhibition Space Light Structure: the Jewelry of Margaret De Patta on view from June 5 through September 23, 2012. UPCOMING AT MAD Better with Age: Summer Salons in Dirt, Dust, and Ash May - August, 2012 Join Debra Rapoport, artist and ambassador of the blog and recent book Advanced Style, as she leads free, drop-in, hands-on making workshops utilizing ash, dust, and dirt to construct easy, breezy warm-weather accessories. When Margaret Met Moholy-Nagy: Margaret De Patta & The Chicago Bauhaus, Thursday, June 7, 2012, 7pm Join MAD Jewelry curator Ursula Ilse-Neuman for a panel discussion on how the Chicago Bauhuas applied the revolutionary Bauhaus methods and concepts to a myriad of artistic practices. VHS June - August, 2012 A three month retrospective on the watershed impact of the VHS medium on cinema, including rare screenings, free workout video classes, public access television, and a fully functioning video store! Talking Dirty Saturday, June 9, 2012, 2pm Join us for two panel talks exploring the artistic potential of dust, ashes, and dirt. the jerome and simona chazen building 2 columbus circle new york, ny 10019 212.299.7777 tues, wed, sat & sun 11 to 6 pm; thur & fri 11-9 pm madmuseum.org   This e-mail was sent from Museum of Arts and Design Immediate removal with ® Secure. To forward this e-mail to a friend or colleague, . To change your e-mail address or update preferences, .