José Parlá & Caldera (2014) by E.N. MoralesCaldera
When stars align
In 2016, Caldera collaborated with artist José Parlá and brought his large-scale painting practice to the main gallery of Wieden+Kennedy in Portland, Oregon. This moment depicts Parlá standing in front of the instructional projection of his art lesson.
José Parlá & Caldera (2014) by E.N. MoralesCaldera
In community
The artist José Parlá shared his practice with students during a two-day art intensive. This collaboration was made possible by the support of Caldera’s community partners, Portland Art Museum and Wieden+Kennedy.
Signature Roots: Caldera Weekend Intensive Workshop with José Parlá. (2014) by Caldera ArtsCaldera
Signature Roots project
Watch the archive video documentation of the artist José Parlá collaboration.
José Parlá & Caldera (2014) by E.N. MoralesCaldera
The creative process is more about sharing than teaching
José Parlá shared his techniques with Caldera youth participants, emphasizing that he does not see himself as a teacher but as a fellow artist.
José Parlá & Caldera (2014) by E.N. MoralesCaldera
Students explore painting techniques
Students listen, connect, and develop their visual language a stroke at a time.
Captivated minds
Students enjoyed learning how to make monoprints and apply their new skills to their work. At this moment, a student intensively follows brushstroke instructions from the teaching artist.
Immersed in creative expression
A closeup of a student who explores a gamut of paint strokes for the first time.
José Parlá & Caldera (2014) by E.N. MoralesCaldera
A glimpse of the work in progress
José Parlá's mastery of writing on walls was an impressive moment to capture.
José Parlá & Caldera (2014) by E.N. MoralesCaldera
In collaboration, it all comes together
The layers of José Parlá's writing and student input on the temporary wall installation are a testament to community, art, learning, and fun.
This shared story is part of a decade-long visual chronicle in the making, documented by E.N. Morales, highlighting the fundamentals of Caldera programs.
Editor, Randal Garcia
A Special appreciation to Caldera Board Member, John Jay, Emeritus for facilitating this program.
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