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Upcoming Create Nights (Free to Register!)

“Movies and Motion” Moderated by Rob Stenzel | Wednesday 4/30 | 7pm-9pm

It’s your turn to be a star in our first art film workshop! Join us for an evening of physical theater, fun, and film, you never know, you could be the next Laurel or Hardy, or Sherlock Holmes, in our silent mystery story. Dress to express, or bring your favorite props, and Lights, Camera, Action!

Create Nights – “Stop! Motion” Moderated by Rob Stenzel | Wednesday 5/28 | 7pm-9pm

Become a stop motion master! Have you ever been fascinated by stop motion films, but don’t know where to start? All you need is your phone and a little patience. In this free app based workshop, learn how to set up and shoot stop motion sequences that will be used in our upcoming short film!

About the Instructor: Robert Stenzel

Humans use REM sleep as a way to process their emotions, evoking vivid dream imagery. This stream of consciousness is what I attempt to capture in my work, while using my artistic process as a form of emotional catharsis.

Based in Ronkonkoma, NY, I am a multidisciplinary artist and curator with a focus on papercutting, small metals, and fiber arts, influenced by my apprenticeship under master papercutter Hou-Tien Cheng and my BFA from Cal Poly Humboldt. My work often reflects dream imagery, capturing the subconscious through fabric dreamscapes, painting, and paper mache, while recently expanding into stop motion animation and interactive performance art.

As a member of the LGBTQ community this program speaks to me on a deeper level as part of my own body of work revolves around processing my gender identity and LGBTQ awareness. I was lucky to have the opportunity to attend various free workshops that helped me embrace my queer culture as a younger person, such as seeing Leslie Feinberg speak and Drag 101, which ultimately helped me figure out who I was. The passion is to create a safe, inclusive space for others to explore and express themselves. My teaching philosophy embraces a holistic approach, tailoring lessons to individual students and fostering an ergonomic, supportive environment where they can grow creatively and confidently. With experience teaching all ages and abilities, I aim to inspire and nurture each student’s unique artistic journey.