10/9-11/21 Exhibition: Victoria Naftal Artist In Residence
2026
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Artist in Residence: Victoria Naftal
Step inside the remarkable world of Artist in Residence Victoria Naftal, an award-winning puppet fabricator whose unusual creations blur the boundaries between sculpture and natural history.
During her residency, Naftal has crafted insect specimens, meticulously sculpted and wearing handmade clothing, with rich lives of their own in the natural world. Each creature has a unique role in the ecosystem, and Naftal’s whimsical portrayals invite us to learn about their lives and their contributions to the environment with endearing humor.
During this exhibition, guests will be invited into Naftal's creative practice, following the evolution of a puppet from its earliest wire armature through the layered process of sculpting, fabrication, and character development. The exhibition includes artifacts from the puppet development process, the characters themselves, photographs of their daily lives, and stop motion videography.
Themed refreshments are included. A modest $5 ticket price supports the Artist in Residency program at Warwick Furnace Farm.
The conversation will then venture into the world of stop-motion animation, where Naftal will share the artistic influences that have shaped her work, technical innovations, and the enduring appeal of handmade puppetry in an increasingly digital age.
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This course is offered in our large barn and is rain or shine.
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As we are limiting the number of guests who may visit the farm on any day, we regret that the reservation fee is non-refundable. Please check the date and time carefully when purchasing. If you must cancel please let us know ASAP and if we find someone to take your reservation, we are happy to offer you a credit to a future event at the farm.
TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE FARM STORE