Artistic Discipline: Visual Arts
“I believe that everyone should have access to the arts, whether through instruction, visiting an art space, or just enjoying what is around us. If people are unable to go to the art, I want to bring it to them.”
Christy Puetz isĀ a member of theĀ 2016 AZ Creative Aging Teaching ArtistĀ Institute cohort.
The Teaching Artist Institute is a five-month training program that will introduce teaching artists to the variety of settings, programs, and partners that make up the creative aging field, andĀ provide skills-building activities forĀ participants to attain the specialized knowledge needed to work successfully with older adults. Inspired by ArtSage and other national models, the Institute has been developed around the philosophies of person-centered care, a process-based approach, and cultural responsiveness. To learn more about AZ Creative Aging and the Teaching Artist InstituteĀ click here.
Christy Puetz has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of North Dakota. For over 20 years she has exhibited her artwork extensively, been published in multiple books, and designed dozens of commissioned art pieces for collectors. Her sculptural artwork uses a combination of unique design and materials to create mixed media, natural fiber, and beaded sculptures.
As well as being dedicated to creating and exhibiting her artwork, Christy is heavily involved in the Phoenix Art and Education Community, formerly serving as a board member for the Arizona Museum Association and Director of Education at The Bead Museum. Her passion for art and the community carries over into her other field of expertise: developing and facilitating community educational workshops, lectures, and Artist-in-Residence programs at national hospitals, schools, libraries, adult living/community centers, and art facilities.
Website:Ā http://xtyart.com/
