ARTalk: When Creativity Begins with the Printed Word

Four outstanding individuals -- in fine arts, theater, and animation -- will join forces in exploration of the creative process that begins with the printed word. Anticipate a lively exchange of insights and perspectives in finding common ground . . . or not. Panelists: Liliya Rattari raised in the United Arab Emirates, is an award-winning illustrator specializing in children’s literature. Luis Garcia has exhibited his paintings at the De Young Museum, Museum of Northern California, Triton Museum, MarinMOCA, and the Brower Center. Colie Wertz has contributed design and animation to notable projects in film such as The Marvels, Fantastic Four, Dune: Part 2, and many of the Star Wars episodes. Morgan Green, hometown gal, Obie award winner, and director of the Pulitzer Prize winning film version of Fat Ham, is a Co-Artistic Director at the Tony-Award winning Wilma Theater in Philadelphia.